Tokyo Hotels
- Tokyo
- 15 Jun, 2025
Tokyo has great hotels in all budget classes. Here I introduce the best Tokyo hotels in each budget class, all personally inspected.
[Ritz-Carlton suite room]
Tokyo Hotel Budget Classes
- Budget: less than ¥20,000 (US$136) per room
- Mid-range: between ¥20,000 (US$136) and ¥50,000 (US$341) per room
- Luxury: over ¥50,000 (US$341) per room
Where To Stay in Tokyo
Tokyo is a sprawling city and each urban node has a different character. Thus, it’s very important to stay in a good area. See my Where to Stay in Tokyo page for my advice on the best places to stay in Tokyo.
Best Budget Hotels in Tokyo
You may be surprised to find out that you can get a perfectly acceptable room in Tokyo for less than Y20,000 (around US$136). See my Best Tokyo Budget Hotels page for for our top picks.
Best Mid-Range and Business Hotels in Tokyo
The mid-range, between ¥20,000 (US$136) and ¥50,000 (US$341) per room, is where you’ll find the best values in Tokyo hotels. Hotels in this range will often approach the quality of luxury hotels in other parts of the world. See Best Tokyo Mid-Range and Business Hotels page for for our top picks.
Best Luxury Hotels in Tokyo
Tokyo has a superb collection of luxury hotels (over Y50,000 or around US$341 per room). See Best Tokyo Luxury Hotels page for our top picks in the luxury bracket.
Best Boutique Hotels in Tokyo
There are some amazing boutique hotels in Tokyo. See our Best Boutique Hotels in Tokyo page for our top picks.
Best Small Hotels in Tokyo
There are some great little hotels in Tokyo. See our Best Small Hotels in Tokyo for our favorites.
Tokyo’s Best Hotels For Families
Tokyo is a great city to visit with kids. But where should you stay? See our Best Tokyo Hotels For Families page.
The Most Romantic Hotels in Tokyo
If you’re on a honeymoon or just a special holiday with your significant other, you’ll want to stay somewhere romantic. Check out The Most Romantic Hotels in Tokyo for our picks.
Best Value Hotels in Tokyo
Some hotels in Tokyo consistently cost less than their competitors despite at least as good. Check out our Best Value Hotels in Tokyo for some of these amazing hotel bargains.
Best Capsule Hotels in Tokyo
Staying a night in a capsule hotel is the quintessential “only in Japan” experience. For our recommendations check out our Best Capsule Hotels in Tokyo.
You can also check current Tokyo hotel availability and pricing at Booking.com and Agoda.com.
Tokyo Vacation Checklist
- For a quick overview, see my First Time In Tokyo guide.
- Check if a visa is required for Japan
- Check Tokyo accommodation availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com.
- Buy Japan Rail Tickets and Shinkansen Tickets Online.
- For tips on where to stay, see Where To Stay In Tokyo.
- See my Packing List For Japan.
- Purchase an eSim or SIM card for Japan.
- Compare flight prices on Skyscanner.
- Consider a Japan Rail Pass - see if it’s worth for you.
- Consider a travel insurance.