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10 Extraordinary Hotels of Tokyo

Japan is a country that boasts thousands of years of culture and history. Its capital city Tokyo is every traveler’s dream of experiencing a futuristically modern vibe. If you are looking for an affordable accommodation in this city, here are the top 10 extraordinary hotels in Tokyo, from traditional inns to love hotels.

Hoshino Resort Risonare, KobuchizawaHoshinoya_Kyoto

This hotel was designed by the Italian architect Bello in the 80s. It is a peaceful resort at the foot of the Japanese Alps. The theme of the hotel is a modern interpretation of medieval Italy in eco-tourism style. Hoshino resort is a popular venue for wedding receptions and formal events.

Asakusa Hotel and Capsule

Asakusa Hotel offers small pods for men and women to sleep in. However, the capsules are for men-only and come in varied sizes.

Queen Elizabeth Love Hotel

This hotel is on the outskirts of Tokyo and is one of the most popular love hotels in Japan. It’s shaped like a ship (Queen Elizabeth’s) and painted in red and pink. Most of the rooms are uniquely themed as a tribute to the movie Titanic.

Bayside Marina Hotel

The pre-fabricated modular units made up the contemporary rooms at Bayside Marina Hotel. The designers of these unique ‘cottages’ have placed each cottage at a different angle so that every guest has a slightly different view of the sea.

Hotel Pamplona

This is a love hotel with a difference in the district of Osaka. You won’t find one like it anywhere else in the world. With its sex-themed party rooms that resemble torture chambers and S&M, only the most sexually adventurous couples will find this hotel highly satisfying.

Fujiya Inn, Ginzan Hot SpringsFujiya-Hotel-main-bldg-1

If you wish to stay in a modern yet traditional Japanese hotel, then without a doubt Fujiya Inn is your best choice. This 8-room four star inn comes with bizarre décor and boasts a large relaxation centre on the Ginzan hot springs. The entire hotel is made of wood, which makes it look warm and inviting.

Claska

This cutting edge boutique hotel has 18 rooms that are divided into 4 categories; DIY, weekly residence, tatami, and Japanese modern. All these rooms are individually designed by Japanese artists.

Hilltop Yamanoue Hotel

This classically designed hotel is located in the Old Tokyo district. If you spend a night at Hilltop Yamanoue Hotel, you might bump into a Nobel Prize winner or an artist as this is the main hangout place for scholars, writers, and journalists.

If you have already chosen your favourite hotel from the above list, don’t forget to buy adequate holiday insurance before booking your flights to Japan. However, if you’re still undecided about your accommodation, read the rest of this article featuring a list of more unusual hotels.

Khaosan Ninja Guesthouse

This budget hotel is located very close to the train station and is a popular guesthouse for visitors and backpackers. It is unusual to find a cheap hotel in such as expensive city like Tokyo so Khaosan is definitely a gem, although the rooms are somewhat compact or tight.

Meguro Emperor Hotel

This is another love hotel that resembles a fantasy castle, where couples can choose from differently themed rooms in discreet surroundings.

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