Best Hotels For The 2020 Tokyo Olympics - Updated 2024

Antonia
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Over the next year and a bit, Japan - and particularly Tokyo - will become a major focus for those who love sports. With the autumn of 2019 bringing the Rugby World Cup to the country for the first time, 2019’s final few months will take numerous sports lovers to the cities of Tokyo, Sapporo and Kobe among others. Then, in 2020, we will see the Olympic Games begin in the capital - so people looking to take in the events will need to be planning trips, match tickets, and not least of all a place to stay while they take in the sporting action. Therefore, it’s time to take a look at our list of the best hotels for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and other events.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 07, 2024.

1. Nihon Seinenkan Hotel (from USD 143)

Where better for a sports buff to spend their Japanese break than in a hotel right next to a stadium? The Nihon Seinenkan Hotel is located right next to Tokyo’s Jingu Stadium, home of the major league club Jingu Spiders. There’s plenty of luxury to be had here, too - the rooms are filled with amenities such as a mini-fridge, water bottles and a flat-screen TV, while many of the rooms offer a view of the stadium itself. Japanese and Western breakfasts are available in the on-site restaurant, as are public baths for male-only and female-only groups.

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Nihon Seinenkan Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Shinjuku-ku Kasumigaoka-machi 4-1
310 meters (0.2 ft) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Internet services

2. Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo (from USD 123)

This modern hotel offers a lot of freedom to its visitors, with a key part of the offering being the fully equipped studios that feel much like a rental apartment for the duration of your stay. This means you’ll have ample seating space and kitchen facilities for the duration of your stay - so while you can dine in the on-site restaurant, you can also visit a supermarket just across the road, buy groceries and cook your own meals. You’re also just three minutes’ walk from the nearest subway station, and each apartment has both free WiFi and wired internet to offer.

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Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Shinjuku-ku, Shinjuku 1-28-13
1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms

3. The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho (from USD 868)

This palatial hotel is located in the serene Chiyoda district of Tokyo, famed for its peaceful, clean streets. It’s just a minute on foot from Akasaka-Mitsuke station, and with countless excellent restaurants in the surrounding area, it offers a great chance to get out and see some of the city. The rooms are luxurious, and all are air-conditioned as well as offering free WiFi, and there is a flat-screen TV with satellite channels in each. The hotel also offers a spa and wellness centre, with chances for guests to use the on-site sauna for relaxation.

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The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Chiyoda-ku, Kioicho 1-2
1.73 km (1.1 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

4. Centurion Hotel Grand Akasakamitsuke Station (from USD 97)

Located in Minato, the Centurion Hotel Grand Akasakamitsuke Station is a simple but stylish hotel in the finest tradition of Japanese accommodation. With tastefully decorated rooms each providing a flat-screen TV and ensuite bathroom facilities, you can be sure of getting everything you need from your stay, and it is close to public transport options which put you close to attractions such as the Imperial Palace and the upmarket shopping district of Ginza. For a small surcharge, you can also avail of a massage at the hotel, for the ultimate in relaxation.

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Centurion Hotel Grand Akasakamitsuke Station

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Minato-ku Akasaka 3-19-3
1.69 km (1.1 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Sauna Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Internet services Lift

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5. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Tokyo-Akasaka (from USD 161)

If you arrive in Tokyo at the Akasaka Subway Station, then there can be few better choices for your lodging than the Sotetsu Fresa Inn Tokyo-Akasaka. It’s literally 50 yards (45 metres) from the station, and is an extremely well-appointed hotel; the rooms are modern and modestly decorated, and each one has a flat-screen TV, free WiFi and air conditioning. You’ll also have slippers and nightwear laid on when you stay here, and as a nice touch, you can rent a laptop from reception - ideal if you’re travelling for business and don’t want to bring too much luggage.

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Sotetsu Fresa Inn Tokyo-Akasaka

Wifi Available

Address: Minato-ku, Akasaka 6-3-17
1.71 km (1.1 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning Ironing service Internet services Lift Heating

6. Akasaka Granbell Hotel (from USD 48)

The cosmopolitan Akasaka Granbell Hotel is an ideal place to stay for international travellers, and perfect for visiting sports fans who want to be at the heart of the action. Visitors from the UK will particularly appreciate the Mermaid bar on the ground floor, a British-style pub that doesn’t overdo the synthetic patriotic touches. There’s also an excellent traditional Japanese restaurant, and the rooms - although not the biggest you’ll find - are comfortable and decorated in a sober, comforting way. Each room also has an LCD TV, and continental breakfasts served in the lobby can be eaten in your room.

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Akasaka Granbell Hotel

Address: Minato-ku Akasaka 3-10-9
1.77 km (1.1 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Dry cleaning Internet services Lift Safety deposit box Massage

7. Park Hyatt Tokyo (from USD 1032)

Anyone who appreciates a hotel with a view will love Tokyo’s Park Hyatt. You’ll find excellent panoramas of Mount Fuji, and the presence of a restaurant on the 52nd floor means you’ll have an unrestricted view of both the mountain and the city around you. As it’s a Park Hyatt, the rooms also have that touch of class, with wood panelling throughout and Egyptian cotton sheets. Food and drink options include a Japanese restaurant, a French-style brasserie and a delightful cake shop, while the Peak Bar is a relaxed space offering stunning sunset views.

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Park Hyatt Tokyo

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Shinjuku-ku, Nishishinjuku 3-7-1-2
2.59 km (1.7 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

8. Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka (from USD 195)

Guests at the Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka are sure to feel well looked after. In the rooms alone, there are air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, fridges, kettles and each room even has its own air purifier. On the ground floor, you’ll also find a convenience store, while guests have free use of the on-site fitness centre and WiFi. You can dine at the on-site restaurant, or if you feel like venturing out, can find plenty of fine restaurants in the surrounding area. 25 minutes away by public transport, you’ll also find the Mori Art Museum and Imperial Palace, making this a perfect place for culture vultures.

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Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Minato-ku, Akasaka 2-17-54
1.99 km (1.3 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Parking Restaurant 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning

9. APA Hotel Shinjuku Gyoemmae (from USD 84)

A simple hotel that offers the guests all the things they could really want from a place to stay - the APA Hotel at Shinjuku Gyoemmae doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel, it just does everything perfectly. Warm and comfortable beds, plush towels in the private bathrooms, and a flat-screen TV with On-Demand channels ensure your stay will be to your taste, while the location of the hotel in the city centre puts you close to all the action, and offers convenient onward travel to events taking place further out. In short, this is the perfect hotel for travellers who know what they want.

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APA Hotel Shinjuku Gyoemmae

Address: Shinjuku-ku Shinjuku 2-2-8
1.62 km (1.1 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

10. Hotel Vista Premio Tokyo Akasaka (from USD 52)

Located in the heart of the Minato District, the Hotel Vista Premio Tokyo Akasaka is a perfect hotel for visitors who like a little art, culture and nightlife while they’re in town. By day, it’s an ideal base from which to travel out and see some sporting events, and in the evening, there are plenty of bars and clubs that are sure to take your fancy. Nearby, you’ll also find the wonderfully lit Rainbow Bridge, and you can take in stunning views of the city from the Tokyo Tower. Each room has a flat-screen TV for you to watch and an ensuite bathroom with free toiletries.

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Hotel Vista Premio Tokyo Akasaka

Address: Minato-ku Akasaka 4-3-2
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from Meiji Jingu Gaien

Daily housekeeping 24-hour security Lift Shared lounge/TV area Process in place to check health of guests Security alarm Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines Designated smoking area

Tasteful Tokyo accommodation for sports fans

Convenience is always at the forefront of any stay in Tokyo, and these hotels will put you in a relaxed and comfortable space with plenty of transport connections should you be in town for a month-long festival of rugby or the biggest multi-sport gathering in the world. With your personal comfort prioritised, you can take your pick from any one of the above hotels and be sure of a relaxed, enthralling stay in the Japanese capital.

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Antonia Kelly is a freelance writer based in Leicester, UK and she enjoys European travel as well as road trips closer to home. Her favourite domestic destinations include Snowdonia and the Brecon...Read more

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