I stayed at this hotel in Nov 2007 on business. i was suspicious at first b/c it was so inexpensive (approx $200 night) compared to the other hotels i considered (Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt at $1000 a night!!!).
surprise, surprise. the hotel was spacious, elegant , modern and well equipped. not luxurious but really just fine. i am from NYC and have stayed at some pimped up places around the world and really, this is just fine. the internet worked without a problem (key for me) and the bathroom has almost as much square footage as the bedroom. marble bathroom with separate shower and tub. separate WC. spacious vanities and decent amentities (no name brand toiletries but fine).
the hotel is huge and has multiple banquet /conference areas. it is centrally located so a 7 minute cab ride to roppongi hills. farther to Shinjuku (maybe 20 min?). the breakfast buffet at the top floor is decently priced (3600 yen approx) but the food was very good, fresh and had a great variety of things for the western and japanese palatte.
the gym was decent. on the smaller side but the equipment was new and the locker room was very nice. i had to pay extra (i think 2000 yen a day) but whatever. didnt use the pool but i hear its nice.
i think this hotel is not considered "hip" and "cool" which accounts for the lower price. the restaurants are not that great but you dont need to eat there. roppongi hills is close by. they have a well stocked convenience store that is open late and has an amazing bakery that is great for a snack or breakfast on the go (delicious breads).
i would definitely stay again. overall, a fantastic value.
and PS, i took a private cab from Narita to the hotel which cost me 25000 yen approx. i hear its better to take a limosine bus to any of the close hotels in roppongi (it doesnt need to have an exact stop at this hotel) and then take a cab.
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
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Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Great pool scene
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