Firstly. Impressive reception area. Looks 5 star but rooms don’t match. The rooms are large but out - dated. Internet is the worst we have had in all our Japanese hotels .
Be aware!!!This is a very busy hotel over 400 guests...so be prepared to wait and queue for breakfast and reception services.
You are NOT in the city of Tokyo so the subway pass doesn’t work. On the monorail. We spent an extra £50 over 5 days on the monorail , which you get from Shimbashi.
The ride into Tokyo central takes a Good 15 mins Tokyo good 40 minutes , if you understand the underground.
Can I give a mention to the lady concierge who really did an excellent job organising a restaurant reservation for me and my son. She organised a cake for his birthday . The restaurant did this and provided a photo for us to remember. This was exceptional. We had a great view from the Sky Tree Tower.
Thank you so much you made our stay memorable.
Ok, now the bad points.:
The staff have very limited English.
They couldn’t even say. Please wait on the 30 floor bar while your room is prepared. ... we arrived 45 minutes before check in.
However the brilliant lady in the concierge came to the rescue. She really is exceptional.
I say this as some who worked in the travel industry internationally, Hawaii, Brazil, USA, Singapore Uk, Spain and Italy for 6 years for Thomson Holidays. I know what good customer service should be.
I don’t know if it’s a cultural thing but the Japanese are not flexible like other nations. You really can’t do this. You will have the Olympics next year. Not all nationals have “ follow the rules “ do as I say attitude “. This comes across as rude to Europeans and Western nations. Again holding you hand up in my face is offensive in Western culture. I know somethings are cultural. But remember about 40% of your business is probably from the West.
All in all the hotel is in a privileged spot with a fantastic view of Tokyo bay. We enjoyed our stay.
I wouldn’t use this hotel again as it’s so far out.