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Best hotels in Japan

Scattered across eight very different corners of Japan, the 269 properties we have span thatched farmhouses, traditional ryokans with onsens (hot springs) and neon-fringed city towers, with prices typically running from USD 800 to USD 3,600 per person per night. First-timers usually split their nights between Tokyo, where incense drifts over the market stalls of Nakamise Street at Sensoji Temple, and Kyoto, which we’d say still comes first for tea houses and moss gardens; honeymooners head to Hakone & Mount Fuji for open-air onsen and a cruise on Lake Ashi, or south to Okinawa, while on the western coast, Kanazawa suits anyone curious about the geisha teahouses of the Chaya district, the ancient samurai culture, and the authentic fish market experience. The Patina Osaka makes a smart base for the city’s street-food alleys (start with the takoyaki), and as a grand finale, the Asaba Ryokan on the Izu Peninsula serves kaiseki, Japan’s multi-course haute cuisine, beside a noh stage that floats on its own carp pond.
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Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills

Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills

Tokyo

From $190 per person/night
Be inspired at Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills, where design and culture merge in one of the world’s most exciting cities. From atop a 52-story skyscraper you can marvel at the spectacular views of the city from the spacious and modern Japanese rooms and suites. Discover centuries-old temples and shrines as you walk to the nearby Imperial Palace and Tokyo Tower or take in the vibrant sunset over Tokyo with a seasonal cocktail at the hotels iconic Rooftop Bar.
Far East Village Hotel

Far East Village Hotel

Tokyo

134 Rooms
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From $150 per person/night
With their 'Live like a Local' concept, you can anticipate warm and welcoming service. Located in the center of Asakusa, Far East Village Hotel Tokyo, Asakusa has easy access to major tourist attractions such as Sensō-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, and Kaminarimon Gate. The hotel is an ideal base for sightseeing.
Fauchon Hotel Kyoto

Fauchon Hotel Kyoto

Kyoto

From $220 per person/night
The birthplace of the gourmet brand FAUCHON, "The City of Flowers, Paris," and the elegant city of Kyoto, where Japan's proud traditions and culture live on. FAUCHON Hotel Kyoto, where FAUCHON and Kyoto meet and the culture, traditions, and art of these two cities come together, will be the key to rediscovering a unique and new Kyoto. Enjoy the gourmet cuisine that is unique to FAUCHON , and enjoy the elegant and luxurious space that combines sophisticated French design with the essence of Kyoto.
The Aoyama Grand Hotel

The Aoyama Grand Hotel

Tokyo

From $260 per person/night
Aoyama is a fashion and culture center which draws people from around the world. It is from here that the Aoyama Grand Hotel, built on the former Bell Commons site, ​ promises to offer a rich experience as a new landmark. Mid-century modern style room. With a carefully selected interior and a spacious and luxurious space,
The Shinmonzen

The Shinmonzen

Kyoto

From $660 per person/night
Kyoto's new hidden gem is exclusively located in the beautifully preserved Gion Shirakawa and Shinmonzen Street. The Shinmonzen; a luxury boutique hotel designed by one of the world’s most celebrated contemporary architects - Tadao Ando and other artist friends. The project has been a labour of love for over 10 years and has been designed for the modern travellers with a deep inspiration of an experience from a traditional Japanese Inn, Ryokan.
Celestine Hotel Tokyo Shiba

Celestine Hotel Tokyo Shiba

Tokyo

243 Rooms
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From $90 per person/night
A stylish and elegant space that honours history, filled with light and greenery. Where the past and future intertwine on the land of the Satsuma clan.
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Kyoto

From $440 per person/night
Nestled on a hill beside the renowned Kiyomizu-dera Temple and embraced by a tranquil bamboo forest, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto hotel offers an intimate retreat. Choose from 52 luxurious rooms, each featuring contemporary Japanese accents, modern amenities and stunning views of Kyoto's historical cityscape. This hilltop Kyoto luxury hotel is the only one in the city with a Bamboo Pavilion, natural hot springs and an authentic Noh stage, where guests can experience classical Japanese performances. Experience peace and rejuvenation away from the city's hustle at this Kyoto hotel with private onsen.
The Gate Hotel Tokyo by HULIC

The Gate Hotel Tokyo by HULIC

Tokyo

From $190 per person/night
Located amidst the bustle of Tokyo, The Gate Hotel signifies an unlocking of the city, and of you. Feel time ease its grip and savour uninterrupted solitude at this oasis in the sprawling city. The guest rooms are designed with creative individuality while offering an atmosphere where the flow of time feels a little more relaxed.
Via Inn Prime Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit

Via Inn Prime Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit

Kyoto

From $80 per person/night
Kyoto is a place where high-quality culture cultivated over a long history and the charm of each season thrives. Via Inn Prime Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit is a 2-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station. Enjoy a relaxing time encountering Kyoto in a space decorated with the traditional technique of "silk glass" (gold leaf craft).
Mimaru Tokyo Ginza East

Mimaru Tokyo Ginza East

Tokyo

From $230 per person/night
Come together with friends and family at MIMARU. During your stay, your room will feel like a comfortable home, and you'll find the staff always ready to support you. Traveling through Japan, you'll feel closer to your travel companions, become closer to those you encounter, and your connections will become special and memorable.
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Kyoto

From $190 per person/night

Cross Hotel Kyoto sits right on the Takase River in the thick of downtown, a five minute walk from the action on Gion's doorstep and close to some of the city's best restaurants and late night bars. The design throughout channels traditional Japanese craftsmanship with a playful modern edge, and the concierge team runs one of the better local experience programmes we've seen, connecting guests with Kyoto's artisan workshops and hidden neighbourhood gems.

Shibuya Excel Hotel

Shibuya Excel Hotel

Tokyo

From $90 per person/night
Convenient access with direct connection to Shibuya Station and multiple lines running through it. Divided into four categories by floor, they will support guests in having a comfortable stay according to their preferences. Green is the theme color, creating a cozy atmosphere, with Japanese nuances added as accents. You can choose the room type according to your purpose and number of guests, such as business or family stays. Enjoy the Japanese cuisine at Shunsai and restaurant A Viento while taking in the views from 100 meters above ground.
Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

Kyoto

From $150 per person/night
Good for People, Good for Nature.

Although located in Shijo Kawaramachi, one of Kyoto’s busiest areas, this building offers guests a space surrounded by greenery and nature. Additionally, it uses virtually 100% renewable energy, making it an environmentally conscious choice with minimal impact. The hotel is thoroughly committed to guest wellness and the environment through cutting-edge sustainable tourism.

Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi

Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi

Tokyo

From $760 per person/night
Nestled in the heart of Tokyo’s bustling financial district, this hotel offers stunning views of the Tokyo Imperial Palace and features sky-high gourmet dining on the rooftop terrace, including est, a Michelin-starred restaurant. The array of premium amenities is designed to provide an unparalleled experience. Four Seasons blends modern elegance with a touch of traditional Japanese aesthetics, making it a prime destination for discerning travellers seeking luxury in Tokyo.
Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto

Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto

Kyoto

25 Rooms
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From $490 per person/night

An exclusive luxury hotel surrounded by nature with only 25 rooms, offering a peaceful and intimate stay in Kyoto. Extraordinary dining and luxurious stays await you at the new Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto hotel, where scenic UNESCO World Heritage Site attractions are within your reach. Travel back in time to the period between the end of the Samurai and the dawn of a new era.

Onsen Ryokan Yuen Bettei Tokyo Daita

Onsen Ryokan Yuen Bettei Tokyo Daita

Tokyo

From $90 per person/night
Onsen Ryokan Yuen Bettei Tokyo Daita invites you to enjoy a relaxing experience by visiting this countryside hot springs area just 10 minutes from city center. Have a cup of tea in the well-equipped room, heal your body and mind in the large baths and enjoy great tasting seasonal Japanese dishes after bathing. Escape from the hustle and bustle of the big city and your everyday life for a moment of relaxation.
Hotel Gracery Asakusa

Hotel Gracery Asakusa

Tokyo

From $90 per person/night
Hotel Gracery Asakusa offers you a home away from home. This is a hotel brand that proposes a new style for travel and leisure offering you spatial design that stimulates the five senses. You are invited to reset your mind and body and start the next day feeling refreshed .
Hotel Gracery Ginza

Hotel Gracery Ginza

Tokyo

From $110 per person/night
Hotel Gracery Ginza can be seen as a "third place" that is neither home nor work. It provides you with the perfect comforts for a relaxing stay in the city. This is a hotel brand that proposes a new style for travel and leisure, featuring spatial design that stimulates the five senses. You are invites to reset your mind and body and start the next day feeling refreshed.
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Shiodome

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Shiodome

Tokyo

From $110 per person/night
“Iconic” is a hotel by Royal Park Hotels, which pursues the best way of hospitality for its guests while staying close to the city. A collection of Concept Rooms that propose a variety of hotel lifestyles with an elaborate twist. A sophisticated space offering a sense of openness and unusualness. The location in the Shiodome district of Tokyo gives you access to shops, cafes, and the beautiful Hamarikyu Gardens just minutes away.
The Blossom Hibiya

The Blossom Hibiya

Tokyo

From $90 per person/night
Nestled in the heart of Tokyo's business district, The Blossom Hibiya offers a perfect blend of convenience and tranquility that's surprisingly hard to find in this buzzing metropolis. The hotel's crowning glory is undoubtedly its rooftop terrace - a wonderfully unexpected oasis. The terrace provides a mesmerizing panoramic view featuring the Imperial Palace grounds, Hibiya Park's lush canopy, and the dramatic urban landscape extending toward Tokyo Tower.
The Royal Park Canvas

The Royal Park Canvas

Tokyo

From $90 per person/night
At The Royal Park Canvas, we offer a variety of "encounters" based on the themes of "FUN," "LOCAL" and "CONNECT." Fun, locally rooted events and opportunities that will help you connect with people await you. As a lifestyle hotel located at the entrance to this town, we will spread the charm of the nightlife of the Corridor Street and the town, and provide the best nightlife in Tokyo by providing a variety of content themed around alcohol, music, lights, food and entertainment.
Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku

Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku

Tokyo

From $70 per person/night
Conveniently located in Nishi-Shinjuku, this small luxury hotel is just a step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and offers a restaurant with a spacious garden terrace surrounded by lush greenery and light, relaxing rooms to suit your purpose in life, and a sense of kindness and warmth.
Hotel Metropolitan Haneda

Hotel Metropolitan Haneda

Tokyo

237 Rooms
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From $90 per person/night
Close to the Tokyo, Shinagawa and Yokohama areas, as well as the airport, Hotel Metropolitan Haneda boast the ideal location for starting your business and leisure trips both domestically and internationally. Based on the theme of "hospitality that accompanies the journey," the hotel aims to be like a perch where you can rest your wings during, recharge your batteries and fly off to your next destination!
Hotel Vista Tokyo Tsukiji

Hotel Vista Tokyo Tsukiji

Tokyo

149 Rooms
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From $160 per person/night
Nestled in the buzz of Tokyo's legendary fish market district, this design-forward hotel puts you right in the thick of the city's gastronomic action. Dawn risers catch the drama of market life unfolding, while night owls return to find comfort in thoughtfully designed rooms featuring artisanal Japanese craftsmanship. The location works wonders - you're close enough to smell the morning's catch, yet positioned perfectly for exploring Ginza's glittering boulevards. Think of it as your own private Tokyo time machine: one moment you're watching age-old trading traditions, the next you're surfing the cutting edge of fashion in nearby boutiques.
Hyatt Regency Tokyo

Hyatt Regency Tokyo

Tokyo

712 Rooms
Situated in a prime location that ensures seamless access to many of the top attractions in Tokyo, as well as views of Mt. Fuji and the Tokyo skyline, the Hyatt Regency Tokyo offers everything you could need, and more, for a memorable stay in Japan's capital.
Disney Ambassador Hotel

Disney Ambassador Hotel

Tokyo

This Disney hotel is themed around America in the 1930s, the Golden Age of Hollywood. The glamorous Art Deco style exterior and interior, along with motifs of various Disney characters, will put a smile on your face.
The Kitano Hotel Tokyo

The Kitano Hotel Tokyo

Tokyo

From $220 per person/night

Re-opening after a full refurbishment of former Kitano Arms originally founded in 1964, The Kitano Hotel Tokyo is a brand-new luxury boutique hotel.

This hotel in Hirakawa-cho boasts a perfect location, superbly situated right next to Japan’s political centre Nagata-cho and close to Marunouchi and Ginza.

Offering a world-class hospitality with a Japanese heart, we invite you to indulge in an array of the finest services.

Fairmont Tokyo

Fairmont Tokyo

Tokyo

From $420 per person/night

This iconic destination offers the ultimate vantage point with views of Tokyo Tower to the west & the tranquil bay to the east. Enjoy exceptional dining, grand celebrations, and serene retreats in our scenic accommodations, spa, and outdoor green terraces - a rare blend of vibrant urban scenery and peaceful serenity awaits.

Hotel Groove Shinjuku, A Parkroyal Hotel

Hotel Groove Shinjuku, A Parkroyal Hotel

Tokyo

538 Rooms
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From $310 per person/night

Move to the beat of the city at a Tokyo hotel that captures the high energy of Shinjuku. From its perch in Kabukicho Tower, Hotel Groove, Shinjuku, has its finger on the pulse of the famed Kabukicho entertainment enclave while delivering a unique art and music experience for travellers with a keen eye for style and culture.

JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo

JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo

Tokyo

From $310 per person/night

JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo invites guests to experience refined luxury in the heart of Takanawa Gateway City. Inspired by Zen philosophy and the natural beauty of Goten-yama, the hotel offers tranquil, artfully designed guestrooms with panoramic city views. Every detail—from the tactile materials to curated lighting—supports a journey of mindfulness and well-being.


Guests can savor world-class dining, including omakase-style Japanese cuisine and modern Mediterranean fare, alongside a curated selection of premium sake and champagne. With thoughtful service and elevated design, the hotel is a true sanctuary in Tokyo.

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Based on 5 Feefo Reviews for Japan

Highly recommend!
Guest
Highly recommend!
April 2026
12 nights in Japan
Highly recommend! For our trip, we wanted to just be able to enjoy the experience together. We literally spent zero time each day worrying about logistics (how to get places, where to eat, what to do next) because everything was planned, confirmed, and flowed seamlessly. Jessica did a great job providing overviews and links ahead of time, so that I could get the rest of my family excited and on board too. We are already planning our next trip with Timbuktu!
Terrific travel plan from Tessa
Guest
Terrific travel plan from Tessa
April 2026
13 nights in Japan
Tessa Dancer is facilitating our trip to Japan. During the planning process, Tessa sought our input and put together a product that reflected our ideas and her travel and cultural expertise gained during her recent visit including accommodations and experiences. Tessa follows through with details, timelines pricing and suggestions. We chose Timbuktu based on Tessa's customer service. Hoping the actual travel will be as good as the planning process. No idea about any other Timbuktu tours but if the other travel specialists are half as good as Tessa, Timbuktu is a winner.
Marie Ochi-Jacobs
March 2026
8 nights in Japan
Very helpful and knowledgeable.
Gregg Burgess
Very helpful and knowledgeable.
January 2026
15 nights in Japan
Great to work with and very knowledgeable regarding the places we want to visit.
Timbuktu
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Timbuktu
January 2026
19 nights in Japan
We have loved the trips which Timbuktu have arranged for us to South Africa, Laos and Cambodia and are now looking forward to another trip later this year to Japan.
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