One of Tokyo’s most elaborate hotels boasts an exclusive infinity pool overlooking Tokyo’s lushest park. Another houses a MICHELIN-Starred restaurant tucked discreetly on its lower floor, while a third offers the largest penthouse rooms in the city. There are some things that money can buy, and if you’re blessed with an unlimited budget, the world is your oyster. These are the luxury hotels with nightly rates that reflect their unmatched exclusivity.
Palace Hotel Tokyo is an iconic property just a stone’s throw from the Imperial Palace. Japanese-owned, it’s one of the top places to experience classic omotenashi hospitality in the capital — complete with spacious rooms and a prime central location.
Originally built in 1961, the hotel has hosted numerous royal and distinguished guests. It underwent a complete rebuild and celebrated a grand reopening in 2012, led by one of Japan’s largest architecture firms. The property showcases understated Japanese luxury, with details such as Imabari towels known for their exceptional softness and absorbency, and Mashiko-yaki teacups, traditional pottery from Tochigi Prefecture prized for its rustic charm. Service here strikes the perfect balance —attentive without being overbearing. Staff go out of their way to ensure a memorable stay. And did we mention it’s right beside the Imperial Palace moat?
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A rare, stand-alone hotel at the gateway to Tokyo’s luxury shopping district, Yurakucho, The Peninsula Tokyo rises 24 stories above its glitzy neighbors. Designed to emulate a glowing Japanese lantern, the hotel exudes elegance with interiors by Japan’s celebrated designer Yukio Hashimoto, featuring rosewood hues and sophisticated touches.
Expect spacious rooms with sweeping city and park views, over 1,000 original artworks, and six refined dining options — including a top-floor Japanese-French restaurant serving wagyu and seafood with a skyline backdrop. A seamless blend of classic and modern Tokyo luxury.
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The most expensive on the MICHELIN Guide list, Italian jewelry brand Bvlgari brings its signature glitz to Tokyo with one of only nine hotels worldwide, where gold, silver, and sumptuous interiors dazzle at every turn. The vitality pool alone, tiled in Italian colors around the Bvlgari logo, is Instagram gold.
For peak indulgence, book The Bvlgari Suite — 400 square meters of plush leather, golden lamps, and a serene tokonoma corner, a traditional Japanese alcove designed to showcase objects of beauty and contemplation. Italian modernity meets Japanese tradition, flawlessly. You can also dine sky-high on the 40th floor at the One-MICHELIN-Star Il Ristorante – Niko Romito.
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The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon brings the party to Tokyo. Since it opened in 2020, it’s become known for its lively events. Its regular cocktail parties in its bar, Gold Bar at EDITION, draw the crème of the Japanese social scene. Located in the upmarket Toranomon area, its guest rooms offer impressive views of Tokyo Tower. Gaze upon it from an interior co-designed by famed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, surrounded by his signature wood slats.
The rooms are calming muji-inspired spaces in neutral tones — think minimalist design, natural materials, and uncluttered aesthetics — a far cry from the open areas like the bar, resplendent in topaz-hued sofas and lush greenery. The indoor pool, with high walls and moody lighting, feels like stepping into an art exhibition reminiscent of James Turrell’s House of Light. Perfect for those who love to party and mingle with Tokyoites at the bar.
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Stylish and sexy, the first iteration of Aman’s younger sister brand oozes cool from its perch in the pristine Azabudai Hills megaplex. Book a suite with a Tokyo Tower view, and you’ll find yourself nose-to-nose with the city’s most recognizable landmark. Janu carries over the signature attentiveness, even in its slightly more relaxed setting.
JANU’s rooms may not rival the palatial suites of Aman Tokyo, but they’re exceptional by any other measure. Most come with private balconies offering front-row views of the iconic, Eiffel-esque tower. Travelers can treat both body and mind in the hotel’s expansive 4,000-square-meter wellness complex, which includes a spa, treatment rooms, personal trainers, and a wide array of holistic offerings, from spin classes to sound baths.
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Trunk Hotel’s latest venture might be its best yet. With an infinity pool overlooking the leafy expanse of Yoyogi Park, it’s already creating a buzz among both locals and visitors.
With just 25 rooms, Trunk Hotel Yoyogi is the smallest hotel on the list — yet perhaps the most unique. This is the ultimate Tokyo hotel for experiencing modern Japanese city style. The Owner’s Suite, with its indoor-outdoor bathroom, may be one of the finest rooms in all of Tokyo. The calming interior is awash in earthy tones, softened by curved lines, natural materials like bamboo, and furnishings made from linen and cotton. Every detail — from the flooring to the bookends — has been thoughtfully considered. Tucked away in Tomigaya, a quieter part of the city, the hotel feels like an ultra-exclusive private residence — perfect for those looking to unwind at the end of the day.
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