Die-hard jazz fans know there’s only one place to go to hear the best live jazz in Tokyo and that’s the Blue Note. The Blue Note is nestled in the Aoyama district, on the west side of Tokyo. An upscale neighborhood, Aoyama is one of the best areas in the city to take a stroll and an even better place to stay while visiting Tokyo. Read on to find the 10 best hotels near the Blue Note in Tokyo, Japan.
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 April 05, 2024.
1. Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel (from USD 175)
Centrally located, the Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel is not only near the Blue Note, but the popular Shibuya 109 Building, Hachiko Square, and the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing. The Blue Note is just 10 minutes away from Shibuya Station via the Ginza Line and, just a 10-minute walk from the hotel is Yoyogi Park. Enjoy fresh air and be entertained by all types of talent, from hip-hop dancers to horn players.
The hotel provides warm and cozy beds, with rooms offering tiny stylish touches to make the place aesthetically pleasing. There’s also a private bath. Other amenities include coin-operated laundry machines, internet workstations. and a wonderful restaurant called Hush-Hush, serving a Japanese and western-style breakfast buffet.
Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel
Address: 1-24-10 Shibuya
2.52 km (1.6 mi) from Roppongi Hills
2. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Tokyo Roppongi (from USD 162)
With its sleek and very up-to-date decor, Sotetsu Fresa Inn Tokyo Roppongi provides an excellent stay for travelers. Guests are greeted with a smile and provided a non-smoking room that is tidy and comfortable. Equipped with a private bath, guests are pleasantly surprised by the selection of complimentary toiletries available, like body lotions, face masks, and moisturizer.
After a fun night at the Blue Note (just 20 minutes away by train), guests may need a fresh cup of coffee to get them going and can find it at the on-site coffee shop. Also nearby is Roppongi Hills, a city within a city. A great spot to explore, the building complex has lively restaurants, shops, an art museum, cinema, observation deck, and so much more.
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Tokyo Roppongi
Address: Minato-ku, Roppongi 3-10-1
488 meters (0.4 ft) from Roppongi Hills
3. Tokyu Stay Aoyama Premier (from USD 135)
With its first two floors filled with many great boutique shops and restaurants, the Tokyu Stay Aoyama Premier is certain to provide guests with a delightfully good time. A stylish high-rise, their guest rooms feature comfy beds with awesome extras, like kitchenettes and washer/dryers. Rooms are located between the 14th and 25th floor and offer nice views of central Tokyo.
Want to unwind after a visit to the Blue Note? Then make a stop at the Tokyu Stay Aoyama Premier’s inviting lounge. With its large floor-to-ceiling windows, guests can also enjoy spectacular city views.
Tokyu Stay Aoyama Premier
Address: Minato-ku, Minamiaoyama 2-27-18
1.54 km (1.0 mi) from Roppongi Hills
4. Hotel Allamanda Aoyama Tokyo (from USD 653)
High-end prices, but reasonable for the size and quality of the hotel.
Elite athlete level gym and pool facilities, spacious rooms, and well-equipped bathrooms.
Conveniently located near Ginza line metro station, making it easy to explore Tokyo.
Limited breakfast options, with some guests finding the menu repetitive and lacking variety.
Simple elegance is on display at the Hotel Allamanda Aoyama Tokyo. A top pick in Tokyo, the guest rooms are chic, spacious. and provide comfortable seating areas, along with snazzy decor. All rooms have a private bath and slippers, a bathrobe and lovely toiletries are provided. There’s also a spa center, sauna, and sparkling pool for guests in need of pampering.
Enjoy wonderful views of the city, as well as Meiji Jingu Gaien Park and sports stadiums, from various areas of the hotel, including their breezy and inviting restaurant and bar.
Hotel Allamanda Aoyama Tokyo
Address: Minato-ku Kita Aoyama 2-7-13
1.6 km (1.0 mi) from Roppongi Hills
5. APA Hotel Nishi-Azabu (from USD 66)
Simple and comfy accommodation is what you can expect at the APA Hotel Nishi-Azabu. Guest rooms are contemporary and fitted with a very comfortable bed, fridge, heating facility, and air conditioning. The en-suite bathroom has a tub and toiletries, and a Yukata, or casual summer kimono, is provided.
Breakfast is served, for a fee, at a lovely Swiss restaurant, but a more affordable option is a tasty pastry and coffee at the APA Hotel Nishi-Azabu’s on-site bakery, ecru.
APA Hotel Nishi-Azabu
Address: Minato-ku, Nishi-azabu 4-4-5
680 meters (0.5 ft) from Roppongi Hills
6. Tokyu Stay Shibuya Shin-Minamiguchi (from USD 256)
The Tokyu Stay Shibuya Shin-Minamiguchi is a bright and breezy hotel with quality accommodation and just an 18-minute walk from the Blue Note. The guest rooms have a nice studio-apartment air and come equipped with a cushy bed, complimentary WiFi, and a flat-screen TV. Select rooms offer a great kitchenette and/or washing machine.
If guests are looking for more than the Blue Note for entertainment, Tokyu Stay Shibuya Shin-Minamiguchi is in a great locale, with top shops, restaurants and area nightlife to enjoy.
Tokyu Stay Shibuya Shin-Minamiguchi
Address: Shibuya-ku Shibuya 3-26-21
2.35 km (1.5 mi) from Roppongi Hills
7. Grand Hyatt Tokyo (from USD 436)
Providing first-class service, the Grand Hyatt Tokyo is synonymous with luxury and indulgence. Located in the fabulous Roppongi Hills complex, just 17 minutes from the Blue Note, hotel guests are surrounded by a hub of activity, and easy access to more with Roppongi Station just a three-minute walk away. A refined high-rise, the Grand Hyatt Tokyo offers top-of-the-line guest rooms with rich wood furnishings and Japanese-accented decor.
The complimentary breakfast has a nice selection and free evening appetizers are available. Other plush amenities include an outstanding red granite indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, spa, and fitness center.
Grand Hyatt Tokyo
Address: 6-10-3 Roppongi, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to, JPN, 160-0032
207 meters (0.2 ft) from Roppongi Hills
8. Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel (from USD 560)
A guest favorite, the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel is replete with spacious rooms, spectacular panoramic city views, a convenient locale, and premiere creature comforts. Just 15 minutes away from the Blue Note by train, guests wanting some exercise can visit the fitness center here. Taking a dip in the swimming pool is an absolute must - it is a marvel and should grace the cover of Architectural Digest. There’s also a top-notch sauna and hot tub for relaxation.
The only place that may rival the Blue Note is the 40th floor of the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel. The site offers the Cou Cagno restaurant, a Japanese Noh drama theater, and a jazz club with nightly performances, not to mention great views, and so much more. Do yourself a favor and stop by.
Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel, A Pan Pacific Partner Hotel
Address: Shibuya-ku, Sakuragaokacho 26-1
2.83 km (1.8 mi) from Roppongi Hills
9. Shibuya Granbell Hotel (from USD 152)
The Shibuya Granbell Hotel decor is unique, quirky, and awash in beauty and it’s just 15 minutes away from the Blue Note, by train. The guest rooms’ interior design is either bold and bright or neutral and subtle. But both sets of rooms are wonderfully stylish in Japanese and western motifs. Beds are comfortable, and the en-suite bathrooms offer soothing soaking tubs with astonishing city views.
If you want to explore the neighborhood, bike rentals can be arranged or simply head to Shibuya Station, a quick three-minute walk. You can also get a taste of the culture at Shibuya Granbell Hotel’s Japanese-style pub, or enjoy a meal at Saku-La Dining, serving Japanese and western menu options for lunch and dinner.
Shibuya Granbell Hotel
Address: Shibuya-ku Sakuragaoka-cho 15-17
2.62 km (1.7 mi) from Roppongi Hills
10. First Cabin Nishiazabu (from USD 24)
The quirky and cozy First Cabin Nishiazabu is a must-try hotel experience. A capsule hotel, also known as a pod hotel, First Cabin Nishiazabu guest rooms are nicely compact and comfortable and fitted with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms are shared, however, guests are provided several extras, like a toothbrush and pajamas.
Not to be missed is their wonderful piano bar. If the Blue Note has you primed for more music, relax with a glass of wine or your best cocktail and enjoy the delightful sounds of this fun spot.
First Cabin Nishiazabu
Address: Minato-ku Nishiazabu 3-24-20
575 meters (0.4 ft) from Roppongi Hills
Blues, jazz and a golden slumber, in Tokyo
For great jazz, there is no better spot than the Blue Note. To make the end of a perfect night superb, book a room at one of these neighborhood hotels. Whether it’s a high-end high-rise or low-impact lodging, a night of cheerful jazz then joyful sleep is sure to send you home with unforgettable memories.
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