1-30-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Japan | (888) 905-8267
Located in
the middle of Shinjuku and close to the train station
Pleasant rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, safes, and mini-fridges
Some
rooms offer scenic city views
Two
on-site restaurants and a cafe
Breakfast
service available for an extra fee
Meeting
rooms and conference center
Free
Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
On-site parking available (for a fee)
Guest
rooms and bathrooms are small
Some
rooms show signs of wear and tear
Guests
have complained of cleanliness issues
The best thing
about the mid-range Shinjuku Prince Hotel is its location in the
bustling area of Shinjuku, close to the train and subway
station that gives easy access across the city. This is a large 571-room high-rise hotel offering pleasant rooms with modern amenities, some with scenic city views. Like other Tokyo
hotels, the Standard Rooms are small and bathrooms are tiny, but Deluxe Rooms offer more space and seating
areas. The hotel is going through a refurbishment and the
lobby got a fresh new look in February 2016. On-site features include
two restaurants and a cafe, a breakfast service (charged extra), and
free Wi-Fi. Travelers should compare rates with the newly renovated E
Hotel Higashi Shinjuku, which is also conveniently located, but does not offer breakfast.
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Scene
Large business hotel with little atmosphere
This
red brick high-rise hotel soars above a railway bridge in a busy part
of Shinjuku, and is surrounded by other high-rise buildings. Shinjuku
Prince Hotel is similar to many other mid-range business hotels all over Japan, which offer a minimum of comfort and service, but
little character or atmosphere. The previously outdated lobby area (pictured in photos) was completely renovated in February 2016 and fitted with more
contemporary-looking green and turquoise patterned carpets as well as chic
lime-green chairs and stools, which give the vast space a fresh,
updated look. The hotel is popular with both business and leisure
travelers, and its on-site restaurants and cafe also attract locals.
Location
In Shinjuku, close to Kabukicho entertainment district
Shinjuku
Prince Hotel is located in the middle of a lively part of the
Shinjuku district, just a few minutes' walk from the Kabukicho
entertainment and nightlife district known for its many adult bars
and shops. Shinjuku station, the
busiest station in the world, is also within walking distance. There are many cafes and restaurants to
choose from in the immediate vicinity, and this is also a popular
shopping area, with many department stores and luxury boutiques.- Four-minutewalk to Kabukicho entertainment district
Rooms
Simple rooms with mini-fridges and robes -- but some are more spacious and decorated than others
Standard
Rooms at Shinjuku Prince Hotel are clean, but feature bland decor and
are tight on space, with little room to fit luggage for two people.
These rooms have cramped bathrooms equipped with functional
Japanese-style fittings: small bathtubs with showerheads, small
sinks, and electronic toilets. Deluxe Rooms offer a lot more
comfort: these rooms are bigger and have a seating area with a sofa
and coffee table. Also, more effort has been made with the decor: A few framed photographic prints on the walls add interesting accents,
while lamps provide mood lighting. Bathrooms are also more spacious in
these rooms, and some have a vanity sink located in the entrance
hall. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges,
and safes, but no electric kettles. Other extras include hairdryers,
free toiletries, robes, and slippers. The rooms on higher floors have
scenic views over the city. Note that past guests have complained of
cleanliness issues, problems with the air-conditioning, and signs of
wear and tear, like stained sofas, peeling paint on doors, and torn
curtains.
Features
Two on-site restaurants, bar, conference center, and free Wi-Fi
Shinjuku Prince Hotel has the expected amenities of a mid-range hotel catering to business and leisure travelers alike. The hotel's Japanese restaurant, Fuga-Wafu, is located on the 25th floor, offering a
lunch and dinner menu of popular local dishes, accompanied by scenic city views.
It also has an attached bar. The Prince Viking restaurant serves
buffet meals with a variety of Western and Japanese foods, and is
open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Western-style breakfast
served here (charged extra) gets mixed reviews, however. The Station Café
& Bar is open all day, serving drinks and snacks. The hotel also
has a conference center and meeting rooms that can be booked for an
extra fee. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas of the hotel. On-site
parking is available for an extra fee.
