Finishing up a 3 night stay here. I’ve always stayed at the Westin, but chose the Prince Sakura due to 1) Westin being under renovation; and 2) “decent” (~$500/night vs Westin ~$700/night) rate for a party of 3.

The triple room is extremely spacious at around 600 sq ft, and easily accommodates 3 full-sized beds, a sofa seating area, work desk, etc. The bathroom is huge by Japanese standards and includes a jetted soaking tub and separate shower. We have a great view of Tokyo tower. I’m not sure if there are renovated rooms vs. not, given previous posts, but I find the furniture, carpet, wallpaper, and decor to be pretty new and visually appealing (especially compared to the very dated Westin).

The lounge has lovely views of the Japanese gardens and an overall clean aesthetic. We’ve enjoyed the evening drinks each night and it hasn’t been crowded at all (and hence no time limit), so I guess on that front we’ve been lucky. We haven’t lounge hopped, although the option is available. The breakfast is pretty boring and I would have appreciated some Japanese offerings but it’s sufficient, and again, not crowded.

The gym is decent although you are required to rent “indoor shoes” to work out. They had one pair available in my husband’s size US 12. Nothing larger than that.

Location is incredibly convenient just across from Shinagawa station. We’ve tried some of the Japanese restaurants around the hotel and although very local in menu/clientele they have all been accommodating. While I really like the Ebisu area that the Westin is located in this will be my new go-to, unless the Westin really knocks it out of the park with the renovations.