Forget everything you know about boring hotel rooms. Tokyo’s most creative hotels turn your sleep into an adventure.
These aren’t just places to rest your head. They’re experiences that become the highlight of your trip.
Let me walk you through five hotels where you’ll be snapping photos before you even unpack. 😉
1. BnA WALL
a. Why This Hotel Is Unique
Every room here is a one-of-a-kind art installation created by Tokyo artists. When you book a room, you’re not just a guest. You’re an art patron.
Part of your booking fee goes directly to the artist who designed your room. It’s the only hotel in the world that works this way.
You’ll sleep inside someone’s creative vision, whether that’s a retro video game paradise or a room wrapped in cherry blossoms.
The lobby features a massive 6-meter mural that gets repainted by a new artist every few months. You might even catch an artist at work while sipping coffee in the cafe.
b. Cool Visual Highlights
The moment you step into your room, you’ll understand why people book here months in advance.
Room highlights:
- Each of the 26 rooms is completely different
- “Float” room makes you feel like you’re drifting in another dimension
- “SUSHI WARS” takes you on a futuristic journey to outer space
- Pink carpet room wraps you in cherry blossom hues
- Some rooms have playable video game consoles built into the walls
Common areas:
- Cafe/bar where locals and travelers mingle
- Giant evolving mural wall in the lobby atrium
- Basement “Factory” artist studio where you can watch creators work
Trust me, you’ll spend your first hour just taking photos of your room.
c. Practical Details
Getting there:
- Nearest stations: Kodemmacho Station | JR Shin-Nihombashi Station
- Walking time: 5 minutes | 4 minutes
- Exits: Exit 3 | Exit 5
Notable facilities:
- Ground floor cafe/bar open to public
- Artist studio and event space
- 24-hour front desk
- Free WiFi
- Bicycle rentals available
- Luggage storage
Special notes:
- Check-in: 3:00 PM / Check-out: 10:00 AM
- All 26 rooms are non-smoking
- Book early. These unique rooms sell out fast
2. Henn na Hotel Tokyo Asakusa Tawaramachi
a. Why This Hotel Is Unique
This is the world’s first hologram hotel, and yes, it’s as cool as it sounds.
Instead of a human at the front desk, you’ll be greeted by three animated holograms.
A friendly dinosaur, a ninja in traditional attire, or a polite butler will check you in. They speak multiple languages and never need a coffee break.
The name “Henn na” means “strange” or “change” in Japanese. The hotel lives up to both meanings, constantly adding new technology to make your stay more fun and efficient.
b. Cool Visual Highlights
The futuristic lobby alone is worth the visit.
Check-in experience:
- Life-sized hologram dinosaurs, ninjas, and butlers
- Fully automated process that kids absolutely love
- Real staff available if you need help
Room features:
- Corner suites with panoramic Tokyo Skytree views
- Some rooms have LG Styler cleaning machines (steam-cleans your clothes)
- Themed rooms including Panda Family Suite and Samurai rooms
Entertainment zones:
- Rooftop terrace with direct Skytree views (guests only)
- Manga library with 1,000 Japanese comics
- VR headset rentals for in-room entertainment
c. Practical Details
Getting there:
- Nearest station: Tawaramachi Station
- Exit: Exit 2
- Walking time: 3 minutes
Notable facilities:
- Convenience store on first floor
- Rooftop terrace (open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM)
- VR Oculus Quest 2 rentals
- Japanese comic library
- Restaurant with breakfast buffet
- Free WiFi throughout
Special notes:
- Check-in: 3:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Official Tokyo Skytree Partner Hotel
- Senso-ji Temple is 10 minutes away on foot
- Great for families with tech-loving kids
3. Petals Tokyo
a. Why This Hotel Is Unique
This isn’t just any hotel. It’s a floating hotel made up of four colorful boats moored along Tokyo’s Tennoz Canal.
Each boat is a luxury suite designed by different artists. With only four rooms total, you get ultimate privacy and an experience you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
The concept was inspired by Amsterdam’s houseboats, but with Japanese craftsmanship and attention to detail.
The hotel follows an eco-conscious philosophy. No plastic bottles, just glass and paper.
b. Cool Visual Highlights
Waking up on the water in central Tokyo feels surreal.
The four boats (each unique):
- PETAL 1: Modern and stylish with the bed at center stage
- PETAL 2: Most spacious at 45 square meters, feels like a cruise ship cabin
- PETAL 3: Features a private rooftop terrace for canal-side dining
- PETAL 4: Has a striking red headboard and sits apart for extra privacy
Design touches:
- Panoramic windows facing the canal
- Handcrafted wallpaper and custom furniture
- Art installations in each room
- Rooftop viewing decks accessible by ladder
c. Practical Details
Getting there:
- Nearest station: Tennozu Isle Station
- Exit: Rinkai Line Exit B or Tokyo Monorail Central Exit
- Walking time: 7-8 minutes
Notable facilities:
- On-land reception in converted warehouse
- Art gallery space
- Free bicycles to explore the area
- 24-hour security
- Concierge service
Special notes:
- Check-in: 3:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Only 4 suites available. Book way ahead
- No restaurant
4. Asakusa Tobu Hotel
a. Why This Hotel Is Unique
This modern hotel holds a special secret. It has the only Hello Kitty rooms in Tokyo’s 23 wards.
Six spectacular themed rooms, built around two special designs, turn Hello Kitty dreams into reality.
But even if you’re not a Sanrio fan, the hotel wins with its unbeatable location right next to Kaminarimon Gate and smart design choices.
b. Cool Visual Highlights
The Hello Kitty rooms are Instagram gold.
Two themed room styles (with six rooms in total):
- Sakura Tennyo Room: Pink paradise with cherry blossom everything. Pink tatami mats, Hello Kitty as a celestial maiden, four pink beds
- Wa Modern Room: Hello Kitty in kimono style, blending traditional and modern Japanese design
Room perks:
- Hello Kitty on wallpaper, furniture, even bathroom fixtures
- Exclusive souvenir sets for guests
- Special pink toilet paper (yes, really)
- Four beds per room, perfect for families
Even the room number plaques have Hello Kitty designs. Every detail has been thought through.
c. Practical Details
Getting there:
- Nearest station: Asakusa Station
- Exit: Exit 3/ Exit 7
- Walking time: 1 minute
Notable facilities:
- Restaurant serving breakfast buffet
- 24-hour currency exchange machine
- Multilingual self check-in kiosks
- Coin laundry facilities
- Smoking area on 3rd floor
- Free WiFi
Special notes:
- Check-in: 2:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Children under 6 stay free in existing beds
- All rooms non-smoking
- Book Hello Kitty rooms months in advance
Read More: 17 Wonderful Things to Do in Asakusa
5. Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
a. Why This Hotel Is Unique
A life-sized Godzilla head emerges from this hotel’s 8th floor, roaring over Kabukicho.
This isn’t just a photo spot. The hotel features dedicated Godzilla-themed rooms and viewing areas, while most of the building remains a standard, modern hotel.
It has become such a Tokyo landmark that people visit just to photograph it from the street.
The hotel occupies floors 8-30 of a tower, putting you high above Shinjuku’s neon chaos. With 970 rooms, it’s huge but still manages to feel special.
b. Cool Visual Highlights
The Godzilla experience starts before you even check in.
Monster features:
- The Godzilla Head: 12 meters tall on the 8th floor terrace. Eyes glow and it roars with mist effects every evening
- Godzilla Room: One-of-a-kind suite with giant Godzilla statue and claw ripping through the wall
- Godzilla View Rooms: Six rooms where you wake up face-to-face with the monster
- Themed floor: Hallway museum with movie posters and Godzilla’s evolution
Design elements:
- Godzilla footprints on corridor carpets
- Movie memorabilia throughout
- Gift shop with exclusive merchandise
- Special sound effects in elevators
At night, when Godzilla’s eyes light up against the city skyline, you’ll understand why this hotel is famous worldwide.
c. Practical Details
Getting there:
- Nearest station: JR Shinjuku Station
- Exit: East Exit
- Walking time: 5 minutes
Notable facilities:
- Lobby and reception on 8th floor (take dedicated elevator from street)
- Coin laundry machines
- Gift shop with Godzilla merchandise
- 24-hour front desk
- Free WiFi
Special notes:
- Check-in: 2:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Godzilla rooms must be booked online only
- The special Godzilla Room sells out months ahead
- Located in Kabukicho entertainment district
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