Hotel Century Southern Tower, Shinjuku
Editor's Pick
Shibuya-ku
Tokyo
Japan 151-8583
Tel: 81 3 5354 0111
Fax: 81 3 5354 0100
Metro: Shinjuku
www.southerntower.co.jp/english/index.html
Concierge.com's insider take:
This hotel has long been a favorite among Tokyo visitors-in-the-know for its very convenient location—across the street from Shinjuku Station's south exit and the Narita Express (airport train) terminal—and for its breathtaking views without the usual sky-high rates. The 375 rooms are small and simply designed but comfortable. And while the hotel doesn't have a spa or fitness facility (unless you count its "fitness corner" with a few machines), its three restaurants—Japanese, Chinese, and European—serve good food (check out Tribeks for breakfast). The 23-story lobby with its sweeping views, café, bar, and free Wi-Fi is actually more inviting than those of many hip hotels. There's no room service, but there's a lobby convenience store and a Starbucks just outside—and just across the pedestrian footbridge are the Takashimaya department store's many restaurants.