Picolo recommends · Hotel in Tokyo, Japan
Palace Hotel Tokyo
Open the balcony door and below you lie the old stone walls, still moats and green lawns of the Imperial Palace.
In the early morning, joggers circle the moat and swans glide on water that once guarded the shogun's castle. From a balcony at Palace Hotel Tokyo, it is hard to believe a city of millions surrounds you.
The hotel looks straight onto the walls of the Imperial Palace East Gardens, and Tokyo Station is a short walk away. There is a spa, and several restaurants, including the French ESTERRE.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Palace Hotel Tokyo
This is our romantic choice: few city hotels anywhere give you this much green and this much quiet. It suits couples and anyone after classic luxury with fast trains close at hand.
Marunouchi is an office district, and the streets empty out after work. For lively evenings, head to Ginza or Shibuya by cab or train.
What you get
- Balconies facing the palace gardens
- Spa
- Several restaurants, among them ESTERRE
- Short walk to Tokyo Station
- Classic luxury service
A day at Palace Hotel Tokyo
- Morning
- A run or walk around the palace moat while the city is still asleep.
- Midday
- The Imperial Palace East Gardens, open to visitors most days.
- Afternoon
- An afternoon in the spa.
- Evening
- Dinner at ESTERRE, then the lit-up walls from your balcony.
Location
Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Open in MapsQuestions about Palace Hotel Tokyo
Do rooms at Palace Hotel Tokyo have balconies?
Many rooms do, and they face the gardens and moats of the Imperial Palace. Ask for one when booking, as it is the highlight of a stay.
How far is Palace Hotel Tokyo from Tokyo Station?
It is a few minutes on foot, which makes it easy to catch the bullet train for day trips.
Is Palace Hotel Tokyo good for nightlife?
Not on the doorstep. Marunouchi is quiet in the evening, so plan on a taxi or metro ride to Ginza or Shibuya.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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