Famed for its shopping and entertainment, the ritzy neighbourhood of Ginza is home to upmarket boutiques and Michelin-starred restaurants (there are more here than in any other part of Tokyo). But alongside its wide and neon-lit boulevards, you can explore little alleyways containing traditional izakaya bars, local-frequented ramen joints and trendy independent shops. Notable landmarks in the area include the Tsukiji Fish Market, Hakuhinkan Toy Park, the Kabukiza Theatre, the Nakagin Capsule and the Wako Department Store. The district is also close to the bullet train station, for access to Kyoto, Osaka and beyond. Here are our favourite 5-star and luxury hotels in the area.
Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo
Found on the famed Namiki Dori street, the Hyatt Centric in the fashionable district of Ginza is well placed for a spot of designer shopping. Flanked by Bonsai trees, the entrance leads into the property’s 12 floors, but you’ll need to take a lift to reach the lobby; located on the fourth level. This impressive space overlooks the restaurant and bar NAMIKI667 below, creating a sense of atmosphere immediately. The building had a former life as the HQ of a national newspaper and provides links to this heritage throughout the decor.
AC Hotel by Marriott Tokyo Ginza
With high-tech meeting rooms, the AC Hotel by Marriott is popular with business people, while its proximity to two subway stations (five minutes away) and location in buzzy Ginza, makes it ideal for tourists. Twin and king-size rooms are available, with the larger categories providing separate sitting areas. All have a minimal, soothing decor with amenities created to make the best use of the space and to reduce clutter. Guests can dine in the onsite AC Kitchen (inside and terrace seating is available with a leafy outlook), or in the AC Lounge. The fitness centre is open around the clock, ideal for those wanting a workout in the wee small hours, when still on British time.
The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza
Guests got a first look at this new EDITION property at its opening on December 19th 2023. At the heart of fashionable Ginza, it has 86 bedrooms including 10 suites across 14 floors. The design has been created by Ian Schrager and Kengo Kuma, incorporating clean lines, cream tones, bespoke furnishings, curated artworks and glossy fixtures. There are four dining venues onsite; the Lobby Bar, Japan’s first-ever cocktail bar to major in punch (The Punch Room), a modern brasserie (Sophie at the EDITION) and an oasis-like rooftop bar (The Roof). The Tokyo EDITION also has a Technogym.