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Shinjuku has more hotels than almost anywhere in Tokyo, and its station connects to airport buses, day trips to Mt. Fuji and Hakone, and lines across the city. Here are five Shinjuku hotels for different budgets and travel styles.
Quick answer
Want the classic choice? Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, a big full-service hotel 5 minutes from the West Exit.
Staying a week or more? Tokyu Stay Shinjuku has washer-dryers in the rooms.
Want to be close to the South Exit and bus terminal? JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku is a 3-minute walk.
How we chose
We have not stayed at these hotels. We chose them from official information using the criteria below, so this is a researched guide, not a review. Check current prices, reviews and room details on the booking site before you book.
We pick only a few hotels in each area. Read how we choose hotels. Each hotel below says who it suits and who should look elsewhere.
- Within about a 5-minute walk of a Shinjuku-area station (Hotel Groove is closest to Seibu-Shinjuku Station)
- Different sides of Shinjuku, from the quiet west to lively Kabukicho
- Clear official information on location and facilities
- A clear reason to stay, confirmed on the official website: for example a direct station connection, a large public bath, a free airport shuttle or a landmark location
Shinjuku hotels at a glance
| Hotel | From the station | Price level | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo | About 5 min from the West Exit | Upscale | First-timers, families, full service |
| JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku | About 3 min from the South Exit | Mid-range to upscale | Buses, day trips |
| Tokyu Stay Shinjuku | About 1 min from Shinjuku-sanchome (Exit C3) | Mid-range | Longer stays, laundry |
| Hotel Gracery Shinjuku | About 5 min from the East Exit | Mid-range | Kabukicho, the Godzilla head |
| Hotel Groove Shinjuku | About 3 min from Seibu-Shinjuku | Upscale | Nightlife, views |
The hotels
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
| Location | About a 5-minute walk from the West Exit of Shinjuku Station, through the underground passage toward the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Next to Exit B1 of Tochomae Station (Toei Oedo Line) |
| Type | Large full-service high-rise hotel |
| Good for | First-time visitors, families, business travelers |
| Not ideal for | Travelers who want to be in the east side nightlife: it is on the calmer west side |
| How we picked it | Researched: we have not stayed here |
One of Shinjuku’s best-known hotels, in the skyscraper district on the quieter west side. The free observation decks of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building are next door. See our Shinjuku guide.
- The west side is calmer at night than the east side.
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JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku
| Location | About a 3-minute walk from the South Exit of JR Shinjuku Station |
| Type | Modern city hotel |
| Good for | Highway buses and day trips |
| Not ideal for | Travelers who want to be near Kabukicho at night: it is by the South Exit |
| How we picked it | Researched: we have not stayed here |
Close to the South Exit and the Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal, which is convenient for buses to Mt. Fuji and other day trips. See our Mt. Fuji day trip.
- Check the walking route on the hotel’s access page; it is near the Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome intersection.
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Tokyu Stay Shinjuku
| Location | About a 1-minute walk from Exit C3 of Shinjuku-sanchome Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line); a short walk to JR Shinjuku Station |
| Type | Apartment-style hotel |
| Good for | Longer stays, families, light packers |
| Not ideal for | Short one-night stays: the washer-dryer helps most on longer trips |
| How we picked it | Researched: we have not stayed here |
Rooms have washer-dryers, so you can pack less and stay longer. It is on the east side near Shinjuku-sanchome, close to shops, restaurants and Shinjuku Gyoen.
- Check the room size and type for your group before you book.
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Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
| Location | About a 5-minute walk from the East Exit of Shinjuku Station, in the Shinjuku Toho Building |
| Type | Large city hotel with about 970 rooms |
| Good for | Kabukicho nightlife, Godzilla fans |
| Not ideal for | Travelers who want a quiet night: it is on the edge of Kabukicho, which is lively and has touts at night |
| How we picked it | Researched: we have not stayed here |
Famous for the giant Godzilla head on its 8th-floor terrace, this big hotel sits on the edge of Kabukicho, close to restaurants and late-night streets.
- Kabukicho is lively and has touts at night. See the safety tips in our Shinjuku guide.
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Hotel Groove Shinjuku, A PARKROYAL Hotel
| Location | In Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, about a 3-minute walk from Seibu-Shinjuku Station and around 10 minutes from JR Shinjuku Station |
| Type | Upscale lifestyle hotel on floors 17 to 38 |
| Good for | Nightlife, city views |
| Not ideal for | Travelers who ride JR a lot: JR Shinjuku Station is around 10 minutes on foot |
| How we picked it | Researched: we have not stayed here |
A newer hotel high above Kabukicho, with entertainment, dining and a cinema in the same tower.
- It is a longer walk from JR Shinjuku Station than the other hotels here.
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Tips for staying in Shinjuku
- Shinjuku Station has many exits. Check which one is closest to your hotel before you arrive.
- The west side (Nishi-Shinjuku) is quieter; the east side and Kabukicho are lively until late.
- Airport limousine buses and highway buses leave from around the station. See our Narita and Haneda guides.
Compare Shinjuku with other areas in Where to stay in Tokyo.
FAQ
Is Shinjuku a good place to stay in Tokyo?
Yes. It has a huge choice of hotels, great train and bus connections, and lots to do day and night. The east side is busy and noisy, so choose the west side if you want quiet.
Is Kabukicho safe to stay in?
Kabukicho is generally safe, but it is a nightlife district with touts. Do not follow people who invite you into bars, and check prices before you order.
Which Shinjuku hotels are good for long stays?
Apartment-style hotels such as Tokyu Stay Shinjuku have washer-dryers in the rooms, which help on longer trips.
Which area of Shinjuku is best for day trips?
The South Exit area is close to the Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal, and the Odakyu and JR lines leave from the station for Hakone and Mt. Fuji.
Sources
Hotel information in this guide comes from each hotel’s official website. We have not stayed at these hotels. Details change, so please check before you book.
