Tokyo’s colorful Ginza district is known for its shopping, entertainment, and nightlife, and it’s just gotten a new fix with the new Tokyo Edition, Ginza, the newest location in Marriott’s luxury hotel collection.
Tokyo, Ginza Edition is ranked number 19 by this luxury brand, the hotel chain first created through the legendary hotelier and co-founder of Studio 54, Ian Schrager. I am one of the first visitors to stay at the hotel in early March, just before its official opening. Opened.
Although the hotel is new, the service was excellent and exceptional. Here’s what you want to know about The Tokyo Edition, Ginza, and whether it’s right for your next trip to the Japanese capital.
The Tokyo Edition, Ginza is a newly built hotel located just off Chuo Street, in the middle of one of Tokyo’s liveliest neighborhoods. Ginza is noted for its luxury boutiques, high-end restaurants, and diverse entertainment venues. So locate retail stores like Chanel, Bulgari, and Moncler within a five-minute walk of the hotel.
It’s also close to the massive Ginza Tokyo subway station, the fourth busiest station in Tokyo. It is a 25-minute subway ride from the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing and a 10-minute drive from Tokyo Tower. It is also only a 20 minute drive away. from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), and the ride-sharing service costs around $40.
Though it’s part of the Marriott megachain, this hotel has a rather boutique feel, with just 76 rooms and 10 suites spread across floors 3 through 13, so you probably won’t find many other visitors in the hallways. That’s less than a component of the number of rooms at its neighboring sister property, The Tokyo Edition, Toranomon.
Like the Toranomon property, the Ginza Edition was designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, its lattice envelope and warm interior spaces aim to evoke a Japanese residential atmosphere.
Guests enter through a two-story lobby clad in warm tones of wood with gold accents, white furniture, and sheer curtains, a stark contrast to the streets outside.
The area feels like a cozy cocoon, with ivory-hued chairs and couches arranged in cozy vignettes, rugs and blankets that warm the eye a bit, and art books elegantly arranged on coffee tables. The focal point is a spectacularly lit U-shaped room. Floating staircase leading to the Punch Room cocktail lounge.
With such a dramatic first impression, I wondered if the rest of my experience at The Tokyo Edition, Ginza would be that point of intrigue and energy. That’s how it was.
The Tokyo, Ginza edition is part of the Marriott brand, so guests can redeem Marriott Bonvoy numbers for a stay or simply pay cash.
Rates paid range from $750 to $1,150 per night, though they can skyrocket depending on the dates, such as when Japan’s famous cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Award rates can also vary depending on the dates chosen, ranging from 94,000 to 109,000 copies. consistent with the night for the next few months.
When booking The Tokyo Edition, Ginza, you must use one of the credit cards that earn the maximum emissions for stays at Marriott, as well as one that optionally automatically grants Marriott Bonvoy elite prestige for value-added benefits. These include:
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The Tokyo, Ginza Edition is also part of Amex Fine Hotels Resorts, so if you have the American Express Platinum Card® or the American Express Business Platinum Card®, you can make a reservation through amextravel. com and get benefits like availability. . Upgrades-based upgrades, credits of up to $100 to use on-site during your stay for things like drinks or meals, a free daily breakfast for two, and a guaranteed late check-out.
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The rooms at Tokyo Edition, Ginza are giant and elegant. All rooms, in addition to the suites, feature Edition’s signature white aesthetic, highlighted through walnut wood floors, light wood walls, and white textiles.
I was assigned room 1107 which was an amazing double room with two beds. It was luxurious by Japanese standards for room size: nearly 500 square feet. This was sufficient not only for the two beds, but also for a seating space with a comfortable armchair and ottoman, as well as a long, narrow table under the wall-mounted flat-screen TV.
Although there was a giant 64-inch flat-screen TV, there were very few English-language channels besides CNN and BBC. Luckily, there was also Chromecast streaming, where you scanned a QR code and connected your device. One of the room’s giant windows looked out onto an Adidas store while also letting in plenty of natural light.
I enjoyed the edition’s faux fur blanket, cleverly placed over one of the comfy queen-sized beds. White 300-thread-count bedding provides a sumptuous backdrop for a restful night’s sleep.
In the Tokyo edition, Ginza supplies Nespresso machines in each and every room, and mine was well-stocked with plenty of capsules during my stay. There was also a tea set with Harney bags.
The mini-fridge is well-stocked with additional beverages, adding a variety of juices, sodas, and even Krug champagne. There’s also an Edition scented candle for sale, but for $80 I accepted a pass.
A series of minibar drawers contained glassware, salty and savory snacks, and the in-room safe.
The closet contained kimono-style robes, slippers, iron, and ironing board, and had enough room to unpack for a few days, but if you bring larger suitcases, you run out of space.
The bathroom, just off the lobby, had a single sink set atop a stunning slab of green-veined marble. In addition to a scale, the hotel offers some basic toiletries in case you leave one at home and fluffy Canasin towels.
It contained, among other operations, a top-of-the-range Toto with a heated seat and bidet function.
Behind a glass wall, an Asian-style spa suite housed a shower and bathtub, a common occurrence in Japanese luxury hotels. There were handheld and overhead showerheads, and they were stocked with Le Labo d’Edition black tea. Exclusive toiletries, with their woody scent.
During my stay at the hotel, I also took a quick tour of some of the other rooms, adding the Penthouse Suite, with living room, minimalist dining room, and a separate bedroom with its own small sitting area.
While you may not find a ton of dining options at Tokyo Edition, Ginza, the ones presented through the hotel are perfect and worth a stop even if you’re not a guest. You’ll find the Lobthrough Bar at street level. , the Punch Room on the second floor, and an all-day full-service restaurant called Sophie on the 14th (upper) floor.
Sophie serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and it’s worth a stop for all three. For breakfast, sample Western classics and a variety of pastries at the restaurant’s giant bar.
There are many options, new fruit, yogurt, muesli, chocolate pains and croissants.
But you’ll also find a wide variety of Japanese dishes, adding various options of pickled fish and vegetables.
My partner and I enjoyed the cute Japanese toaster oven that’s trending on TikTok.
You can get made-to-order eggs or pieces like French toast or pancakes. Breakfast starts at around $50 per night, and you can find overnight packages that come with breakfast for up to two more people for as little as $54 per additional night. .
For dinner, we tried the beef and potato casserole ($27), burrata mousse ($27), fries ($65), endive and blue cheese salad ($23. 50), and slow-roasted red meat tenderloin ($34). Delicious, (unsurprisingly) heavy.
Punch Room is the iconic offering of the edition. This one occupies the second floor and is a stunning area with plush sofas and chairs and plenty of space to relax, even when it’s crowded.
Marriott describes Punch Room as a “global cocktail bar concept fostered through 19th-century London personal clubs. “That is fair. It felt upscale, and since it’s not part of the main lobby, it’s like a trendy speakeasy — a hidden gem in the neighborhood.
The main concept “Wonderland,” described on the menu as “an exploration, in the form of blows, of Japanese culture seen through the eyes of the outside world. “My partners and I tried a non-alcoholic edition of the Sakura Cosmo d’Edition with shiso tea, sakura (cherry blossom), blueberry, citrus, and botanicals served in the famous punch bowl. The price of a drink is $12. 52. You’ll also find Japanese ingredients like Aomori apples and umeboshi plums in some drinks.
There’s an extensive drink menu, so you won’t want to order any of the punches. As long as you enjoy the atmosphere, that’s what matters.
One of the first things you see when you enter The Tokyo Edition, Ginza is the Lobby Bar. Our stay was very busy day and night and provided opportunities to laugh at other people watching. The gold bar itself was filled with old-looking decanters and the room was complete with armchairs and couches for lounging.
Pastries, freshly squeezed juices, and coffee from a local roaster, Little Nap Coffee Roasters, were offered in the morning and evening, and cocktails, champagne, and other libations were offered. However, the prices are high. An American charges about $10, a cappuccino over $11, and a glass of Henriet-Bazin Blanc de Blancs champagne charges about $30 per glass.
It wasn’t open during my stay, however, a rooftop bar on the 14th floor, serving herbal wines, is now open to the public. This adds another position to the small boutique hotel in case it makes a difference when deciding where to stay.
The Tokyo, Ginza Edition doesn’t have many other on-site amenities, however, there is a wonderful option for those who want amenities like a spa and pool. Consumers of the Ginza Edition can use the conveniences of the Tokyo Edition, Toranomon. However, if you want to make a reservation for what you want to do, ask the concierge for help.
Unfortunately, there’s no transportation, but a taxi ride takes about 12 minutes, or you can take the metro and get there in about 20 minutes. It’s well worth a visit. I enjoyed a massage at the spa and some time at the pool and hot tub. Stay for lunch in the Blue Room and enjoy the amazing perspectives of Tokyo.
Tokyo’s edition, Ginza, has a small gym on the third floor that’s open 24 hours a day. Just use your keycard to enter at any time of the day or night, and it’s filled with boxed water with the brand name of the loose edition, headphones. and a plate of apples.
The area occupies the clutter of a popular hotel room, so it’s small, but there’s enough Technogym equipment for you to paint properly. There are two motorcycles attached to a desk and a rowing machine.
There are also two educational benches with integrated straps and loose weights, as well as weights with medicine balls.
The most productive component of the small gym is the two wonderful sinks, equipped with Toto sinks and other washbasins for babies or children, two sinks and a wall-mounted baby chair.
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The Tokyo Edition, Ginza is a wonderful hotel that I would definitely stay at, although there are a few drawbacks before I stay.
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The Tokyo, Ginza edition inspired this guest with its accessibility features. The new structure has allowed the hotel to have features that are fully compliant with existing accessibility laws, and entrances to public areas, the fitness center, and restaurants are fully wheelchair accessible.
There are graduated curbs around the hotel and the front of the lobby is flat, sleek and easily maneuverable with wheelchairs. The hotel also has two fully available rooms with wide doors, grab bars, and roll-in showers. Kits are also available for the hearing impaired. available to guests.
The hotel has wide hallways and two wide elevators to accommodate a wheelchair, and its buttons have a Braille label.
In fact, one of them is an elevator specially designed for other people with limited mobility. You’ll find separate call buttons for the available elevator, which features low bars and a set of horizontal buttons for easy access.
Several of the hotel’s restrooms are also accessible, with grab bars near the restrooms, adding one in the lobby and one in the fitness center. Emergency wires are available in the hotel’s public restrooms in case anyone wants help.
Even technically available rooms can be considered as for other people employing mobility devices, as the beds are close to the floor and the desks are at a height that allows someone to use a wheelchair underneath.
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If The Tokyo Edition, Ginza is your thing, there are plenty of other possible options in Tokyo, adding dozens of points-based hotels.
For anything that’s still affiliated with Marriott (and bookable with Marriott Bonvoy issues), there’s a Ritz-Carlton, a Westin, a Sheraton, and many more. Rates at The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo start at $1,022 or 110,000 Bonvoy issues per night. There’s even the new Bulgari Hotel Tokyo, where room rates start at $1,300 per night.
TPG’s Caroline Lascom reviewed the Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo, where room rates start at less than $400 per night. You can also book for just 67,000 IHG One Rewards points per night.
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On this trip, I also had the chance to stay at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo. Although the rooms are starting to show their age, the hotel itself is in a stylish location and the amenities are excellent. The spa alone is worth the initial fee. I booked a room for only 25,000 World of Hyatt units per night, which was excellently priced considering the room rates was $500 per night.
I also stayed at the Hyatt Regency Tokyo, which doesn’t get the most productive reviews, but is fine for rates starting around $300 or 15,000 World of Hyatt per night. It’s in Shinjuku’s business district, not far from the famous park. Hyatt Tokyo, which is being renovated lately.
There are also many features of the Hilton family. TPG’s Matt Moffitt reviewed the Hilton Tokyo Bay, where rooms cost around $280 or 70,000 Hilton Honors per night. I’m more excited about staying at the Conrad Tokyo, which a former colleague praised a few years ago. Rooms at the Conrad start at $358 or 95,000 Hilton Honors rooms per night.
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After a three-night stay at the new Tokyo Edition, Ginza, I didn’t have to leave. The service was impeccable and I enjoyed the privacy of these 86 key assets where I almost felt like a resident. The hotel’s partnership with Marriott means you can earn and redeem Bonvoy issues here, and the central location means all of Tokyo (and Japan, really) is just around the corner. While the hotel doesn’t have all the amenities of some of Tokyo’s other high-end properties, the comfortable rooms, sumptuous bedding, and central location make it need to return.
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