kayexalate

Looks like there is Uber and Lyft in Tokyo.

Can you explain the train option? (which train, get off where, travel time, approx cost,etc)?

Cynicor

Sorry, uber exists but it's just a way to get a taxi. Not uber in the us sense.
Assume lyft is the same.

for train options, jump on hyperdia. I think you can do it with a single tf to the driverless monorail.

kayexalate

Ah bummer--lyft and uber are basically just platforms to hail cabs it sounds like

I checked out hyperdia--pretty cool, but couldn't find anything without 1 transfer.
With luggage and 4 people (2 being kids) after a transpacific flight, seems like cabbing it is the best option

Too bad the bus has like an 8 hour gap where there is no service. any reason why? Maybe low volume of flights to/from the airport at that hour? seems strange since we're flying JAL.

If I am cabbing it-any advantage of using uber/lyft platforms vs just paying for a cab at the airport? Dunno if price is different.

Cynicor

Taxi will be quite expensive. And if you have a lot of luggage you may have issues, there is really only 1 size and it's not huge.

a single transfer isn't hard, but I can understand your reluctance. I would weigh up the taxi cost (and potential need for 2) if you aren't light travellers vs the hassle of a transfer at Shimbashi to the automated line (yurikamome) (which is the easiest way I think, but that's from memory).

kayexalate

Uber estimates is about $55 which isn't too bad, although not cheap either. we'll have 1 checkin bag (larger size), 1 carry on bag (standard carry on size), 1 garment bag (can fold flat) and an umbrella stroller (collapsible). Hopefully can all fit in the trunk, but if not, hopefully I can find one of those minivan taxis. I saw quite a few when I was in Tokyo a few years ago.

Cynicor

$55 is a bargain, and that much will easily fit. I'd take a taxi at that price.

It seems easier to see minivan taxis when you don't need one... 🤔

kayexalate

I'm aware there is a charge to use the pool but read that the fee is waived if you're a Diamond member

I emailed Hilton Odaiba reservations to clarify and they responded that all guests must pay a fee, regardless of tier status.

Is this true and if so, did that policy change recently?

I see many complaints on Tripadvisor about the pool fee and the generic response from management is, "Please be advised that having reviewed valuable feedback from our guests, we actually have amended our procedure for Hilton H Honors Diamond Members and now H Honors Diamond members are entitled to use our swimming pool facility with our compliments since February 2016"

The most recent response with that wording is as of 8/17.

hopefully policy hasn't changed and I can access the pool without paying the fee. Anyone have any recent experience?

hailstorm

The pool itself is only so-so. The only real attraction is the outdoor jacuzzi overlooking the bay and the shopping area. That part is even worth paying to use.

kayexalate

but do you have to pay if your'e Diamond ?

hailstorm

That I can't tell you. I didn't have to, but my last stay was over a year ago.

honores41

sandyph

Just got back from 10 days trip last week.

Uber is actually more expensive in Tokyo compared to Taxi, for example a trip from Shibuya area to Conrad Tokyo was showing 5000-7000 JPY on the Uber Apps but actual taxi fare was only 3000JPY.

And Haneda is not that far from Odaiba though I believe there is a toll fare when crossing the rainbow bridge that you will need to pay


FWIW during my stay on 30/4-1/5, I've received 2 ticket to access the spa & pool facilities (didn't use it in the end though)

est-gratuite

Is this hotel really worth more than 20,000 to 25,000 JPY per night considering it's not that central, and public transport to the city centre involves at least 2 to 3 metro/subway lines ?

hailstorm

It depends on what the purpose of your stay will be.

est-gratuite

Tourism and leisure holiday mostly.
I have been to Tokyo before...not at this hotel, but I have stayed in that bay/harbour area.

The Hilton Odaiba rooms with bay views and open balconies appeal to me....but the non central location and inconvenient transport connections do not.
Anything over 20k/25k JPY per night for this hotel seems quite overpriced to me, considering the above, unless someone can give me a reason it's justified.

Also, points wise the Hilton Odaiba is 60,000 points per night, which is the same rate as the other Tokyo Hilton in the Shinjuku area, which is much more central and with better transport connections. (Some nights at the Odaiba are a bit lower at 45k, 53k or 57k points per night, but not many. Most are at 60k points).