The Tokyo port is located in the capital of Japan, and as such, the city is considered the political and economic epicenter of the country. The city is a masterful blend of the old and the new. Huge skyscrapers and bustling shopping districts lie in peaceful contrast with sober and placid ancient temples, parks, and houses.
The Port of Tokyo’s Harumi passenger ship terminal is located conveniently near public transport systems and commercial places. Passengers can quickly get to interesting tourist and commercial areas in the city. The city has a lot to offer to tourists and visitors, with a bonanza of great shopping places, fabulous scenery, and ancient architecture.
If you prefer to extend your stay in Tokyo to further explore the many possibilities, below is a helpful list of good hotels within a short distance from the port of Tokyo.
Imperial Hotel
Uchisaiwai-cho 1-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8558, Japan
The hotel has three bars. Namely, Imperial Lounge Aqua, Rendez-Vous Lounge & Bar and Old Imperial Bar, should you choose to unwind and enjoy a cocktail or two later before calling it a day.
Imperial Hotel also has a modern fitness and health facility, swimming pools, function rooms, and wireless Internet access. Room rates start at $300 a night.
Hotel Grand Palace
1-1-1 Iidabashi , Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 102-0072, Japan
The Hotel Grand Palace is a short distance away from major commercial and business areas in Tokyo. Fifty meters away from the hotel’s entrance is Tokyo Metro Subway. From here, known business districts such as, Roppongi, Ginza, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Marunouchi, and Akihabara, can easily be accessed. The hotel offers bus limousine service to both Narita and Haneda International airports. They have 464 rooms and 5 restaurants serving continental dishes. Room amenities include broadband Internet access, laundry, air conditioning, and cable TV. Guests are also provided complimentary newspapers. Their front desk is manned by multilingual staff. Room rates start at $208 a night.
Roppongi Prince Hotel Japan
2-7, Roppongi 3-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo 106-0032, Japan
This 3 star hotel is located at the heart of Tokyo and a short distance from many public transport stations. Guests can choose from deluxe, studio premier and standard rooms. The hotel has a heated swimming pool, outdoor Jacuzzi and function rooms. Roppongi Prince Hotel was designed by a well-known Japanese architect, Kurokawa Kisho. It has 216 rooms and 5 restaurants that serve continental cuisine. Room rates start at $80 a night.
Hotel Nikko Tokyo
1-9-1 Daiba, Minato,
Tokyo Prefecture 135-8625, Japan
This hotel is very accessible from major commercial and amusement areas around Tokyo such as Ginza and Tokyo Disneyland. Business travelers would be sure to appreciate the many amenities and conveniences in the hotel. All rooms are equipped with a balcony where guests can have a splendid view of the city. They have nine restaurants serving a variety of contemporary continental dishes. Guests can also visit the hotel’s fitness gym, indoor swimming pool, spa, and wellness center. Hotel Nikko has 453 rooms with amenities that include air conditioning, cable TV, ironing equipment, coffee/tea maker, mini-bar and refrigerator. They also have function rooms that can be booked for special occasions like parties and corporate events. Room rates start at $237 a night.
Grand Prince Akasaka Hotel
1-2 Kioi-cho, Tokyo, Japan
The hotel is located right in the heart of the city’s government and business district and is very accessible to important commercial areas around Tokyo such as, Harajuku, Shinjuku, Roppongi, Ginza, and Kasumigaseki.
This 40-story hotel has 761 rooms, each equipped with a cable TV, air conditioning, mini-bar, video player, voicemail, coffee, and tea makers. It has 6 Japanese restaurants, one Chinese restaurant, one ice cream parlor and 2 bars. It also has an outdoor swimming pool, beauty parlor, spa, and photo studio and gift shop. Room accommodations start at $130 a night.