Park Hyatt Tokyo

Park Hyatt Tokyo occupies the upper floors of a tall tower in west Shinjuku, an area of skyscrapers, offices and wide streets. It is the sort of hotel that suits couples, design lovers and travellers who want a refined, high-altitude retreat above the city rather than a place in the middle of the crowds. On clear days the views reach far across the metropolis.

Rooms are large by Tokyo standards, with a calm, residential feel, deep tubs and a warm, understated style. The hotel offers a pool, a spa and several bars and restaurants high above the street, and it has a quiet, sophisticated atmosphere that has long attracted film fans and business guests alike. The service is attentive but never intrusive, which suits the generally hushed mood.

Shinjuku Station is a major hub, and the hotel runs a shuttle or offers an easy route there, so check the current arrangement. From the station you can reach most of Tokyo by train, and airport services depart from here too. Prices rise in peak travel seasons, so book early, and ask for a higher floor if the view matters to you.