Picolo recommends · Hotel in Tokyo, Japan
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
A giant Godzilla head looms over the rooftop, neon fills the street below, and the city's busiest station is a short walk away.
You will find it by looking up. Above the neon of Kabukicho, the nightlife quarter of Shinjuku, a life-size Godzilla head leans over the edge of the building as if checking on the crowds.
Inside, Gracery is a practical city hotel. Rooms are compact and well thought out, and Shinjuku Station, with trains to almost anywhere in Tokyo and beyond, is a few minutes from the door.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
For a first trip, location and price matter most, and Gracery gets both right. You can reach most of the city without changing trains, and the Godzilla adds a touch of fun to every return home.
Kabukicho never really sleeps, and the streets can look a bit seedy late at night, although the area is safe. Light sleepers and anyone after a peaceful retreat should choose another district.
What you get
- Godzilla head on the roof terrace
- Compact, practical rooms
- Shinjuku Station within easy walking distance
- Restaurants and izakaya all around
- Good value for central Tokyo
A day at Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
- Morning
- An early train from Shinjuku Station before the commuter rush.
- Midday
- A walk through Shinjuku Gyoen, the large park south of the station.
- Afternoon
- Free views from the observation floors at the Metropolitan Government Building.
- Evening
- A drink in Golden Gai, an alley of bars with room for a handful of guests each.
Location
Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
Open in MapsQuestions about Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Is Hotel Gracery Shinjuku in a safe area?
Yes. Kabukicho is loud and busy at night and can look rough around the edges, but it is considered safe for visitors.
Can you see the Godzilla at Hotel Gracery Shinjuku?
Yes. The giant Godzilla head on the roof is visible from the street below and is the easiest way to find the hotel.
Is Hotel Gracery Shinjuku good for getting around Tokyo?
Very. Shinjuku Station is a few minutes away on foot, with metro and rail lines across the city and out to day trips.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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