Hotels in Tokyo
March 22, 2009 by JapanGuide
Filed under Food and Accommodations
Tokyo is a city of the future. It is a city of energy and movement that still takes the time to smell the roses. One moment you can walk in state-of-the-art shopping centers and the next you can stroll in one of its many beautiful gardens. It is a city of almost limitless possibilities.
That Tokyo is a popular destination for tourists is not surprising. Its incredible mix of technology, interesting cuisine, and energetic nightlife draws many people. Tokyo also offers visitors fun and futuristic shopping centers, a world famous transit system, as well as some of the most luxurious hotels on the face of the earth.
Tourists on a budget need not despair. Travelers can find any kind of accommodations they want, ranging from the obscenely expensive to the affordable. Hotels in Tokyo can be found virtually anywhere in the city, so locating one should not be a chore. A good mix of the more economical hotels and the ritzy ones are available in most areas. Many of the hotels in Tokyo have someone on the staff that can speak English, so you don’t have to worry about not knowing the language. Some are the different kinds of hotels in Tokyo include:
Economical Hotels:
These hotels are found primarily in the Taito vicinity, mostly in Asakusa and Ueno. There are also hostels located in these areas. If you don’t mind being a bit outside the city, many inexpensive hotels can be found in adjacent areas like Yokohama.
The cheapest of the cheap are called capsule hotels. However, due to their strict behavioral rules and traditions, they are not very fond of hosting foreigners. These accommodations are for single people only, and most of the time just for men.
Moderately Priced Hotels:
These hotels are usually referred to as “business hotels.” The rooms are usually very small, but they are often located in sought after areas, in the heart of the city. These rooms are a good option for single people who won’t be spending much time in their rooms. Business hotels can be found throughout the city.
Expensive Hotels:
If you have the money to spend on top-of-the-line accommodations, these hotels are for you. Many five star luxury hotels can be found in the heart of Tokyo, especially in Akasaka and western Shinjuku.
