Travel 4 minutes 24 February 2025

Gourmet Getaways: MICHELIN Key Hotels in Japan and Thailand with Starred Restaurants

Why choose between a luxurious stay and a world-class meal when you can have both? These MICHELIN Key hotels in Japan and Thailand are home to MICHELIN-Starred restaurants, offering the perfect blend of impeccable hospitality and cuisine.

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Stumbling upon a MICHELIN-Starred restaurant or a MICHELIN Key hotel is a delight in itself. But what if you could have both under one impeccably curated roof? The finest dining, the most exquisite stays — seamlessly intertwined. Here’s a handpicked selection of the best in the business, where world-class cuisine meets world-class hospitality.

Japan

It seems like everything Bvlgari touches turns to gold, so when the Roman jeweller ventured into hospitality, it was no surprise that its hotels became instant icons of jet-set luxury. At Bvlgari Hotel Tokyo, three MICHELIN Keys certify its status as an extraordinary stay, complete with a world-class spa and restaurants that command attention. Among them, the MICHELIN-Starred Japan post of Il Ristorante - Niko Romito delivers contemporary Italian cuisine with uncompromising authenticity — because anything less simply wouldn’t be Bulgari.

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It’s hard to top the location of the three MICHELIN Key Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi, perched high above the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace. Inside, tasteful interiors, a state-of-the-art spa, and elegant rooms set the stage for a truly refined stay. The hotel’s MICHELIN-Starred est delivers contemporary French cuisine, expertly blending French techniques with Japanese ingredients and cultural influences.

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Commanding a prime spot in Marunouchi, the Palace Hotel Tokyo isn’t just luxury — it’s legacy. With three MICHELIN Keys, it delivers effortless elegance, flawless service, and architecture that whispers sophistication.

Dining is just as exacting. ESTERRE by Alain Ducasse, its MICHELIN-Starred jewel, fuses French artistry with Japanese precision, framed by views of Kokyo Gaien’s greenery. Chugoku Hanten Kohakukyu (Amber Palace), also recognised with one MICHELIN Star, elevates Cantonese cuisine to a level of finesse that’s nothing short of remarkable.

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Sitting practically on top of Tokyo Station, the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi is the city’s ultimate urban cocoon — one where the Narita Express is a mere minute’s walk away, and retail therapy is never out of reach.

Inside the MICHELIN Key hotel, a spa featuring a traditional onsen bath offers respite from the city’s bustle, while the rooms embody contemporary luxury at its finest. But the real star? SÉZANNE, a three MICHELIN-Starred restaurant that has won over critics and diners alike with its impeccable, ever-evolving menu.

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From Ferragamo bath products to Pierre Hermé croissants in the lounge, Hotel New Otani Tokyo - Executive House ZEN doesn’t just indulge — it revels in it. This MICHELIN Key hotel overlooks the Akasaka Estate, offering rooms where space is a luxury taken seriously.

For a culinary encore, Tour D'argent Tokyo (one MICHELIN Star) serves up French fine dining with modern flair, proving that a 400-year-old Parisian institution can feel just as at home in Tokyo as it does along the Seine.

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An obvious choice for those with a penchant for unparalleled luxury, The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo, boasting one MICHELIN Key, offers views that will make you question the concept of "too much beauty." Inside, the luxury continues in every meticulously crafted corner, and dining at the MICHELIN-starred Héritage by Kei Kobayashi doesn’t disappoint. French culinary finesse, executed with a Japanese eye for detail, defines every dish.

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Kanamean Nishitomiya

Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Guest score: 19.5
Kanamean Nishitomiya

Nestled in the tranquil heart of Kyoto, Kanamean Nishitomiya offers a zen-like escape, where the quiet beauty of the surroundings is only rivalled by the beauty on the plate. The MICHELIN Key hotel’s namesake Kanamean Nishitomiya restaurant offers an impeccable kaiseki experience, where each dish is a work of art — delicate, seasonal, and precise. The MICHELIN-Starred restaurant is an extraordinary example of how Japanese culinary tradition can transcend the ordinary to become a philosophical experience that delights both the palate and the mind.

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If you’re after elegance with a twist, MUNI KYOTO by Onko Chishin, which was awarded a MICHELIN Key, is where Kyoto’s ancient culinary arts meet contemporary French innovation. Here, the fine-tuned mastery of the MICHELIN-Starred MUNI ALAIN DUCASSE transforms French culinary technique into something entirely new. Ducasse’s artistry draws upon the rich, seasonal bounty of Japan, presenting dishes that surprise, delight, and evoke a deep appreciation for both the artistry of France and the seasonal gifts of the country.

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At InterContinental Osaka, which boasts a prestigious MICHELIN Key, luxury is well-wrapped in modern style, where sleek architecture meets world-class amenities. However, it’s MICHELIN-starred Pierre that truly takes the cake. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill French restaurant. Pierre combines the elegance of French cuisine with the seasonality of Japanese ingredients, resulting in dishes that are refined yet daring.

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The Ritz-Carlton Osaka marries the grandeur of traditional luxury with modern design, offering a space where you feel as if you've stepped into a perfect world — and it’s got a MICHELIN Key to prove it.

Dining at the MICHELIN-Starred La Baie extends this feeling — where French gastronomy is given the same level of attention to detail as the hotel itself. Each dish is beautifully crafted, with layers of flavour that seem almost too delicate to exist outside of the realm of art.

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Thailand

With three MICHELIN Keys to its name, the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok stands as a symbol of luxury so ingrained in the fabric of the city that it’s part of its very history. At Le Normandie, you are invited to indulge in French culinary perfection with every course. The MICHELIN-Starred restaurant’s sophisticated approach to French cooking has made it a fixture in Bangkok’s culinary scene for over 60 years while keeping an atmosphere that feels as effortless as it is extravagant.

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Riverside luxury at its finest, Capella Bangkok, with its two MICHELIN Keys, offers a dynamic blend of modern sophistication and Thai cultural richness. The hotel’s two MICHELIN-Starred Côte by Mauro Colagreco brings French, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisine to Bangkok with flair, offering a dining experience that could be described as breathtakingly contemporary. Colagreco’s culinary vision feels fresh and relevant, an embodiment of modern France meeting the vibrant soul of the city.

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The Okura Prestige Bangkok (two MICHELIN Keys) offers a sanctuary of serenity amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. The understated elegance of its design is matched by the finesse in its dining at the MICHELIN Starred Elements, Inspired by Ciel Bleu. This restaurant is inspired by French and Japanese cuisine, enhanced by the artistry of Ciel Bleu’s star-studded culinary influence. This is food at its most precise, where nothing is out of place, and everything is unforgettable.

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COMO Metropolitan, Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand
Guest score: 19.3
Nahm

At the COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, sleek, modern luxury sets the stage for unforgettable experiences as it holds up to its MICHELIN Key status. At the MICHELIN-Starred Nahm, you’re treated to authentic Thai cuisine that speaks with both authority and creativity.

Every dish is a masterclass in Thai flavours, but what sets Nahm apart is its ability to marry those classic elements with modern interpretations. It’s a restaurant where the soul of Thailand meets culinary innovation, resulting in an experience that’s as exciting as it is satisfying.

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As one of the city's most stylish addresses, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok doesn’t just promise luxury — it delivers it with flair and a MICHELIN Key to match. The MICHELIN-Starred AVANT restaurant is the gastronomic pulse of the hotel, offering an exciting twist on modern and traditional techniques. Innovative yet respectful of its roots, AVANT serves bold, layered flavours that are as unexpected as they are delicious.

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The Standard Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand
Guest score: 19.6
Vilas

The Standard Bangkok is not for the faint-hearted — this is a MICHELIN Key hotel that celebrates boldness, style, and creativity. It’s a hotel that knows its audience and caters to them with unapologetic chic. At the nearby MICHELIN-Starred Maison Dunand, you’ll find a modern take on classic French cuisine, a place where innovation is the foundation. Each dish feels fresh, contemporary, and on the cutting edge, and the atmosphere is as energising as the flavours on the plate.

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