Choosing where to stay in Tokyo can be confusing since the city is so huge. If you are looking to stay at a hotel close to Tokyo tourist attractions and shopping centers, then probably you want to choose a hotel in Shinjuku, Shibuya or the Ginza/Shimbashi area. Staying at a hotel within the Yamanote train means most places in the city can be reached within a 30 minutes train ride. See below for some of the best hotels in Tokyo - click area banners for a map with locations, info and hotel listings!
Akasaka is an upscale office area with many hotels. It is only one stop from the Roppongi nightlife district, and is near the national government buildings in Kasumigaseki and Chiyoda-ku.
Ginza is Tokyo's most upscale shopping district and has some very upscale hotels. Ginza is centrally located and within walking distance of the Imperial Palace and the Tsukiji fish market.
Ikebukuro is a bustling area of shops and entertainment and it makes a fine place to stay. There are direct trains to Shibuya, Harajuku and Shinjuku and most other major stations in Tokyo.
Centrally located, Roppongi is Tokyo's most popular nightlife district and has a good number of hotels. There are direct trains to Ginza, Shinjuku and Ebisu.
Shibuya is one of Tokyo's main shopping and entertainment areas, and has a good number of hotels. There are direct lines to Shinjuku, Shimokitazawa and Ginza.
Shinjuku is one of the most popular areas to stay in Tokyo. From Shinjuku station there are direct lines to Shibuya, Harajuku, Ginza, Roppongi, as well as buses and trains destined for Mt. Fuji and Hakone.
Shinagawa in the South has a good number of top hotels. Shinagawa station has bullet train access, and there are direct lines to Shibuya, Shinjuku and Ginza. There isn't much to do in the immediate area, but it is a convenient place to stay.
Marunouchi is fine location to stay. It is within walking distance of the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Station and the Ginza shopping area.
