Stay in Shinjuku! 12 Elegant and Comfortable Hotels in Tokyo’s Hub

Shinjuku: One of Tokyo's Most Dynamic Areas

Tokyo’s dynamic Shinjuku area is one of the metropolis’ most iconic entertainment districts. Because of the sheer wealth of shops, restaurants, sightseeing spots, and nightlife opportunities located in Shinjuku, the lively area ranks top among places visitors wish to spend the night while in the city. However, due to the vast number of hotels constantly popping up, picking out a place to stay can be truly overwhelming!

Below we introduce 12 excellent hotels for a stay in Shinjuku. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly stay or are in the mood for something a little more luxurious, the hotels on our list offer comfort, fantastic facilities, and great value for money!

12 Hotels in Tokyo's Shinjuku Area

1. APA Hotel Higashi Shinjuku Kabukicho
2. La’gent Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho
3. Hotel Villa Fontaine Tokyo-Shinjuku
4. THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku
5. Bespoke Hotel Shinjuku
6. Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku
7. APA Hotel Shinjuku-Kabukicho Tower
8. Tokyu Stay Shinjuku Eastside
9. Shinjuku Washington Hotel
10. Shinjuku Prince Hotel
11. JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku
12. Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Grand

1. APA Hotel Higashi Shinjuku Kabukicho

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APA Hotel Higashi Shinjuku Kabukicho offers simple, elegant comfort in the heart of Shinjuku’s No. 1 entertainment and nightlife district.

Despite the cheap cost of a stay there, the hotel has all the necessary comforts - each room has a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and necessary amenities. Comfortable yukata robes are also provided, so that guests can relax in style. A delicious and filling hotel breakfast is available at a restaurant just a one-minute walk away, with both Western and Japanese options on offer.

Room decor is stylish, elegant, and calming, and the location is truly second to none in terms of the shopping, food, and nightlife on offer there.

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2. La’gent Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho

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For those who love art and design, the rooms at La’gent Hotel are sure to be a treat. Taking inspiration from iconic Japanese art spanning Hokusai’s ukiyo-e prints all the way to manga-esque pop art, guest rooms are a stylish delight for the eyes.

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Located in Shinjuku’s iconic Kabukicho entertainment district, the hotel’s beautiful interior also provides a fascinating contrast to the neon signs and chaotic atmosphere of the area. Furthermore, the wealth of shops, restaurants, and bars in Kabukicho means that guests will never be short of things to do!

La’gent is a fabulous option for creatives looking for inspiration, or for anyone who just wants to lose themselves in the visual excitement of both the hotel’s unique design and the neon-lit area itself.

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3. Hotel Villa Fontaine Tokyo-Shinjuku

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With its prime Kabukicho location, reasonable prices, and unique guest room options, Hotel Villa Fontaine Tokyo-Shinjuku is a great choice for those who want to have fun in the city while on a budget.

The hotel offers both tastefully simple and stylishly quirky guest rooms, including several unique ‘KABUKU’ rooms (pictured) - each designed with their own charming and creative concept in mind. Another novel room type is the room with private sauna!

Providing reasonably priced rooms for everyone - from guests seeking simplicity to those in search of a more atmospheric and stylish experience - this hotel appeals to a broad range of clientele, all without breaking the bank.

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4. THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku

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Trendy and atmospheric, THE KNOT aims to reflect the openness and diversity that makes Shinjuku the iconic area it is - a place where chaos and order somehow seamlessly intersect.

Rooms are minimalist, stylish, and provide fantastic views of Shinjuku Central Park and the colossal Tokyo Metropolitan Building.

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As well as comfortable guest rooms, the hotel offers 3 fabulous dining facilities with fantastic decor - guests can enjoy everything from a vast selection of baked goods to tapas to Japanese steak.

Despite its sophisticated vibe and excellent facilities, the price point for this hotel is also remarkably reasonable.

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5. Bespoke Hotel Shinjuku

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Another beautifully designed and atmospheric hotel on our list. Bespoke Hotel aims to capture the excitement of Kabukicho in its design, and everything from the furnishings to the artwork on the walls is carefully considered and elicits a vibe all of its own.

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From the moment guests step into the stylish lobby area (complete with an elegant cafe/bar), they’re transported to a trendy hideaway within Shinjuku’s bustling chaos. The comforting, womb-like atmosphere of the guest rooms is sure to relax even the most tense of patrons.

In addition to all the usual amenities, the hotel also offers an excellent breakfast, all-day coffee and donuts, and happy hour at the bar. A great spot for those looking for a stylish and enjoyable experience during their stay!

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6. Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku

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A charming little boutique hotel in a fabulous location, the family-run Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku is just a stone’s throw away from the station, in an area filled with restaurants and shops.

The hotel’s European-influenced design is sure to charm many of its guests, and details such as large windows and chandeliers add a touch of class. Rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated, and English-speaking staff are available.

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The on-site Parisian-inspired restaurant offers a truly impressive buffet breakfast, with many English breakfast foods included. It also serves authentic Italian cuisine and treats guests to a beautiful garden view.

Despite being a boutique hotel in the center of the city, rates at Hotel Rose Garden are incredibly affordable!

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7. APA Hotel Shinjuku-Kabukicho Tower

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Another excellent APA hotel option on our list is located in the neon-lit Kabukicho area - however APA Hotel Shinjuku-Kabukicho Tower has quite a few exciting surprises in store for its guests!

Combining APA’s elegant simplicity and cost-effectiveness with additional facilities, the hotel has an open-air public bath on-site, as well as a cafe/restaurant on its second floor. A buffet breakfast is available, complete with both Japanese and Western options.

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A range of additional services are available at the hotel, including massages and dry cleaning.

The property is located right opposite the colossal neon Tokyu Kabukicho Tower - one of the area’s newest and most exciting entertainment facilities! Whether you’re in search of incredible restaurants, high-tech arcades/gaming, luxury spa facilities, or just insanely colorful photo spots, the tower has it all.

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8. Tokyu Stay Shinjuku Eastside

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A hotel that’s fabulous in terms of value for money! Though technically a 3-star property, Tokyu Stay Shinjuku Eastside goes far beyond a typical 3-star hotel in terms of what it provides its guests.

The spacious rooms come complete with microwaves and washing machines, and many also have full kitchenettes with IH cooking stoves and full-sized fridges.

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They are beautifully designed in a variety of styles, and guest rooms with both Western and Japanese-influenced decor are available. Among the room types offered are the uniquely designed concept rooms, apartment-style residential rooms, and a stunning suite with a garden.

An excellent Japanese/Western breakfast buffet is offered in the hotel’s beautiful second-floor restaurant, and delicious, additive-free soups and salads are also available to enjoy in rooms.

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9. Shinjuku Washington Hotel

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A great option for those looking for a fantastic location and affordable price. The Shinjuku Washington Hotel is conveniently located right in the center of Shinjuku and is directly connected to Shinjuku Station. Guests are welcomed by a soothing and sophisticated lobby area, and rooms are comfortable, tastefully designed as well as very affordable.

The hotel has excellent dining options, with two stylish restaurants as well as a cafe/bar located on site. The Manhattan Table offers fabulous city views, and a fantastic buffet breakfast is available both there and at the cafe. The hotel’s peaceful Japanese restaurant offers teppanyaki, shabu-shabu, and high-quality wagyu beef, and diners can enjoy a view of the restaurant's lit-up Japanese garden.

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10. Shinjuku Prince Hotel

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Part of the well-known Prince Hotels group, the stylish Shinjuku Prince Hotel has perhaps one of the most enviable locations of the hotels on our list.

It is conveniently located directly above Seibu-Shinjuku Station, and right next to bustling Kabukicho. It shares its building with the expansive PePe Shinjuku shopping mall, which occupies the basement floors right up until the 8th. Right outside is the charming Brick Street, a small lane lined with trendy cafes and restaurants. JR Shinjuku Station is just a mere 5-minute walk away.

Guest rooms occupy the 10th to the 21st floors, and many boast incredible city views. They are elegantly designed in a contemporary style, and large suite rooms are available.

The 25th-floor Japanese restaurant and bar offers stunning panoramic views of Tokyo’s glittering skyline and is a great place to relax with a cocktail in the evening.

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11. JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku

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Just a 3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, the characteristic and conveniently located JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom aims to offer a peaceful oasis amidst Shinjuku’s bustling urban sprawl.

The hotel’s sophisticated lobby is exquisitely decorated in a style that takes inspiration from Japan’s southern Kyushu area and features many stunning artworks. Spacious guest rooms feature large floor-to-ceiling windows, giving an incredible sense of openness and freedom. Night views of the city are truly breathtaking! Room decor incorporates distinctive Japanese touches, providing the perfect blend of elegance and functionality.

The on-site Umaya Restaurant serves delicious food made using distinctive Japanese ingredients; with a focus on those from Kyushu. The restaurant provides a fantastic breakfast buffet with a great range of both Japanese and Western options available.

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12. Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Grand

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For anyone seeking a luxury experience while staying in Shinjuku, you will not be disappointed - the sheer wealth of fantastic facilities boasted by the Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Grand cannot be overstated.

The hotel offers a seasonal rooftop pool, spa services, gym, on-site hairdressing, club lounge, and multiple excellent bars and restaurants.

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The brick-walled interior of the main bar Brillant is timelessly stylish, and views from the 45th-floor Aurora Sky Lounge are sure to take your breath away. The wealth of dining options available includes restaurants specializing in Japanese, Chinese, French, and Italian cuisine, and the hotel breakfast is truly superb. Regarding Japanese offerings, everything from sushi to tempura to teppanyaki is available on-site.

Guest rooms are remarkably spacious, and certainly don’t fit the stereotype of the typical tiny Tokyo hotel room - guests won’t have any issues opening large suitcases here!

Considering the hotel’s 5-star status and all the fantastic facilities and inclusions provided, the cost of a stay at the Keio Plaza is surprisingly reasonable.

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Stay in Comfort and Style in One of Tokyo’s Most Exciting Areas!

Whether you’re a budget traveler or someone who loves to stay in the lap of luxury, Shinjuku’s vast range of hotels has a place for you. We hope our list has helped make the task of choosing a place to stay in Tokyo a lot less overwhelming, and we urge you to spend a night or more in one of the city’s most characteristic and exciting areas!

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