Shinjuku

Tokyo

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Shinjuku
Shinjuku showing city views, modern architecture and a skyscraper
Shinjuku showing skyline, city views and a high-rise building
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This major ward of Tokyo offers a variety of opportunities, from skyline views to trendy restaurants, to its large, peaceful park. 

Shinjuku is one of 23 wards operating as separate cities within Tokyo prefecture. It has an eclectic composition including historic geisha houses, a prestigious university area, up-scale residential neighborhoods, a large gay community, high expat population, and numerous small restaurants and bars. Shinjuku is home to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building. This building has two observation decks at 663 feet (202 meters) with free admission and is open to the public from mid-morning to late night. There is also a visitor information center on the second floor.This is the area of Tokyo with the highest concentration of skyscrapers. Among these, the eye-catching Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower houses a fashion academy and two other schools. The 50-story building is distinctive in the busy skyline for its unusual oblong shape and crisscross-patterned exterior. Shinjuku also has Tokyo’s busiest rail station with 2 million passengers daily and one of the major stops for long-distance buses. Shinjuku Gyoen is one of the best parks in Tokyo to see cherry blossoms. With over 1,000 trees blooming at varying times, the season extends from mid-March into April. Visit this 144-acre (58-hectare) park for a peaceful afternoon amid the pink blossoms in front of Shinjuku’s skyscrapers. While a hanami (cherry-blossom viewing) picnic might require someone staking out an area to place your blanket early in the day, you can easily have an impromptu lunch at less crowded times of the year. Pick up prepared foods from Takashimaya department store, just south of Shinjuku station. The park is a 10-minute walk from the Shinjuku Station and us open from mid-morning to late afternoon (except Mondays). There is a small admission fee. Shinjuku is located in southwest Tokyo. Oedo subway line stops at Tochomae station in the government building. Shunjuku station is a hub for multiple rail and subway lines.


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Top hotels in Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is HK$1,031 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
HK$1,031
HK$1,248 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,634 reviews)
"Very good location"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is HK$442 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
HK$442
HK$554 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 15 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,984 reviews)
"Breakfast bufffet was first class. Staff was very helpful"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
2-14-5 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Fully refundable
The price is HK$678 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
HK$678
HK$746 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,358 reviews)
"Small window with a view better than staring at the wall"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo

4.5 out of 5
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is HK$2,160 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
HK$2,160
HK$2,850 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 10 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,497 reviews)
"Overall a good property"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is HK$499 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
HK$499
HK$616 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 17 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shibuya Crossing and Nippon Budokan are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Our stay was good! It was a pretty good location. Within a 10-15 minute walk of things to do, however, there are not many restaurants or cafes closer than that. You have to walk. It is a beautiful area and quiet street though! The room was very small, but all the space we needed for a quick stay. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel

HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel

4 out of 5
Kabukicho1-29-1, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is HK$1,662 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
HK$1,662
HK$2,065 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,220 reviews)
Outstanding service
"An Incredibles stay. The staff were extremely friendly and very proficient in English for that matter. They were also very patient with my broken Japanese. I felt right at home even after taking a tumble outside. We went to the front desk upon entry and the staff saw my knee, came back and helped ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinjuku

Harajuku which includes street scenes, a city and signage

Harajuku

5/5(2 area reviews)

Harajuku is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station or Omote-sando Station to explore sights like Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku.

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Shibuya

4.5/5(101 area reviews)

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

Shibuya
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Akasaka

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.

Akasaka
Roppongi featuring a city, street scenes and signage

Roppongi

4/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers choose Roppongi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Roppongi Station or Roppongi-itchome Station and check out top sights like Izumo Shrine Tokyobunshi.

Roppongi
Akihabara Electric Town which includes street scenes, shopping and signage

Chiyoda

4.5/5(178 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Nippon Budokan is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.

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Ikebukuro

You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Ikebukuro, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center and The Sunshine 60 Observatory are just a few notable stops.

Ikebukuro


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