Surprising hotels in Japan
Japanese hospitality in all its forms
Being greeted by robots, sleeping in capsules and waking up to Godzilla... Welcome to Japan! Discover exceptional accommodations that you will only find in the Land of the Rising Sun.
- Henn na Hotel in Nagasaki
Don't panic when you see a dinosaur in the hotel lobby , it's an employee! At Henn na Hotel, there is a good chance that you will not encounter any human beings during your stay, apart from other guests. Robots of all shapes and sizes will be there to take care of you and your luggage. An impressive combination of impeccable Japanese service and the Japanese obsession with new technologies and robotics.
You will not be at the end of your surprises by exploring the surroundings, since the hotel is located near the Huis Ten Bosch amusement park , on the theme of the Netherlands!
- First Cabin in Tokyo
On the same principle as the capsule hotel , sleep in a first class plane , on dry land ! Different levels of comfort are offered, ranging from the luxurious cabin with king size bed, sofa and private bathroom, to the 2m2 cabin containing a single bed and a TV. All this right in the center of Tokyo in the popular district of Akihabara and for a reasonable price.
Official website in French (approximate translation)
- Hotel Gracery Shinjuku in Tokyo
In the bustling district of Kabukicho is a hotel with a unique view . You couldn't miss the monster posted at the top of the Toho cinema building. Rather than seeing it from the street, have a drink with Godzilla on the terrace of the Gracery Shinjuku hotel ! The hotel also offers rooms on the theme of Godzilla where you can choose: come face to face with the giant lizard by opening your curtains, or sleep in a room decorated with the image of the mutant reptile, but they are not available when booking only on the site in Japanese !
To go further: Godzilla
- Book and Bed in Tokyo, Kyoto and Fukuoka
After robots and monsters, a bit of calm and serenity won't hurt. Reading enthusiasts also have their haven of peace. Sleep among books at this capsule hotel like no other. The hotel-library chain born in Tokyo in 2015 has been very successful and is expanding across the country, with establishments in the major cities of Kyoto and Fukuoka .
- Blan Chapel Christmas in Narita
It 's Christmas every day in this hotel, and its green and red façade directly sets the mood! In Japan, this Christian holiday does not rhyme with family but with romance .
See: Christmas in Japan
Located 20 minutes from Narita airport , spend a night in this "chapel" with your partner and enjoy both the comfort of Japanese Love Hotels , but also the festive decoration of the rooms.
- Hotel Benesse House Naoshima
Naoshima is an island invaded by contemporary art . To enjoy the works longer than passing visitors, why not stay overnight? Designed by the famous architect Tadao Ando , the Benesse House brings together around fifty splendors arranged all over the place, around the corridors but also in the middle of the rocks of the garden. It is thus made up of a museum, a luxury hotel and a gourmet restaurant . However, you will have to embark on a journey to the Seto Inland Sea to appreciate this artistic environment.
- Tokyo Disneyland Hotel in Chiba
Tokyo Disney Park hotels have many surprises in store and bring a magical atmosphere to the youngest, but older children can also enjoy rooms featuring the most popular characters from Walt Disney's animated films. Two hotels offer these magical rooms and a third is located inside the DisneySea park itself. By staying at these establishments, you will also have access to the amusement parks earlier than other visitors.