Hilton Tokyo {JPN}
Sep 18, 2019, 1:48 pm
#436
Join Date: Oct 2009
Programs: UA 1K, Hilton ♦ , Hyatt Carbonado, Wyndham ♦, Marriott PE, "Stinking Bum" elsewhere.
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Yeah, when you use points, you are effectively getting a 21% discount for the taxes and service charge. So, for an apples to apples comparison, you need to take the total cost and divide it by the point total to find your actual yield per point.
Sep 18, 2019, 2:29 pm
#437
Join Date: Mar 2013
Programs: Aeroplan, Amex AeroPlat
Posts: 977
Hey everyone, I’m considering Hilton Tokyo for five nights next October/November time frame. Gold status (as of next year) and will purchase the points. Right now the points are on sale and since I’m Diamond atm (status match from Marriott) I can buy 240K points for $1200 USD plus tax.
My question would be: if the hotel will be available at 60K per night, and I want 5 nights obviously with the 1 night free. Otherwise I will probably pay cash ($200 USD) for a more budget Japanese local hotel.
Thanks!
My question would be: if the hotel will be available at 60K per night, and I want 5 nights obviously with the 1 night free. Otherwise I will probably pay cash ($200 USD) for a more budget Japanese local hotel.
Thanks!
Last edited by theOtherHolmes; Sep 18, 2019 at 3:25 pm
Sep 18, 2019, 7:19 pm
#438
Join Date: Oct 2009
Programs: UA 1K, Hilton ♦ , Hyatt Carbonado, Wyndham ♦, Marriott PE, "Stinking Bum" elsewhere.
Posts: 4,998
Hey everyone, I’m considering Hilton Tokyo for five nights next October/November time frame. Gold status (as of next year) and will purchase the points. Right now the points are on sale and since I’m Diamond atm (status match from Marriott) I can buy 240K points for $1200 USD plus tax.
My question would be: if the hotel will be available at 60K per night, and I want 5 nights obviously with the 1 night free. Otherwise I will probably pay cash ($200 USD) for a more budget Japanese local hotel.
Thanks!
My question would be: if the hotel will be available at 60K per night, and I want 5 nights obviously with the 1 night free. Otherwise I will probably pay cash ($200 USD) for a more budget Japanese local hotel.
Thanks!
<I assume you are aware of the recent devaluation of Hilton Honors when the Tokyo Hilton went from 60K per night to 70K per night.>
Sep 19, 2019, 6:29 am
#439
Join Date: Mar 2013
Programs: Aeroplan, Amex AeroPlat
Posts: 977
Right now, late SEP 2020 is available for 70K per night. With 5th night free it'll cost you 4 x 70K = 280K. So 280K/5 nts = 56K pts per night. You should be able to make your booking within a month or so at 365 days out, so check back when you get close to that window.
<I assume you are aware of the recent devaluation of Hilton Honors when the Tokyo Hilton went from 60K per night to 70K per night.>
<I assume you are aware of the recent devaluation of Hilton Honors when the Tokyo Hilton went from 60K per night to 70K per night.>
Thank you! At 70K a night it’s not worth it anymore...
Sep 19, 2019, 2:08 pm
#440
Join Date: Oct 2009
Programs: UA 1K, Hilton ♦ , Hyatt Carbonado, Wyndham ♦, Marriott PE, "Stinking Bum" elsewhere.
Posts: 4,998
The Hyatt across the street is typically much cheaper, so you might try that. The Costco rate works there most of the time.
Also, the Keio Plaza is 1 block SE and will be cheaper. Both properties are nice, and Shinjuku is really the best location for exploring due to proximity to the largest subway/JR station in Japan.
Also, the Keio Plaza is 1 block SE and will be cheaper. Both properties are nice, and Shinjuku is really the best location for exploring due to proximity to the largest subway/JR station in Japan.
Sep 19, 2019, 11:31 pm
#441
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 20
We are heading to shinjuku soon and need some help with hotels. I will be travelling with a pregnant woman and a 4 year old.
I do have diamond status and looking to use them but am torn between both hotels as they cost the same.
1) hilton shinjuku - diamond status, booking king room.
- Not sure if upgrades apply here ? Any success of upgrading for diamond members ?
2) Keio plaza hotel - premier grand king room with lounge and breakfast.
This is the same room/package - https://www.traveloffpath.com/keio-plaza-hotel/
They both cost the same.
For those who have stayed. Which would be the better choice. Thanks
I do have diamond status and looking to use them but am torn between both hotels as they cost the same.
1) hilton shinjuku - diamond status, booking king room.
- Not sure if upgrades apply here ? Any success of upgrading for diamond members ?
2) Keio plaza hotel - premier grand king room with lounge and breakfast.
This is the same room/package - https://www.traveloffpath.com/keio-plaza-hotel/
They both cost the same.
For those who have stayed. Which would be the better choice. Thanks
Sep 20, 2019, 3:01 am
#442
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Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Falkirk, Scotland,VS Red, BA Gold, HH Diamond,UK Amex Plat
Programs: Master of the Privy Purse des Muccis
Posts: 17,915
Hi m3seeto
The keio looks nice but as a diamond you will get lounge access anyway at the hilton and hopefully an upgrade (they are not guaranteed but if you avoid a weekend or high oocupancy dates you could be in with a better chance.
The hilton has a pool and fitness centerand is on a good location. I have not been since the lounge was redone this year but found the lounge to be very good
With the diamond bonuses I would probably go with the hilton
Regards
. Tbs
The keio looks nice but as a diamond you will get lounge access anyway at the hilton and hopefully an upgrade (they are not guaranteed but if you avoid a weekend or high oocupancy dates you could be in with a better chance.
The hilton has a pool and fitness centerand is on a good location. I have not been since the lounge was redone this year but found the lounge to be very good
With the diamond bonuses I would probably go with the hilton
Regards
. Tbs
Sep 21, 2019, 7:03 am
#443
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: MEL/YMML
Programs: A3 Gold, Hilton Gold, Hyatt Discoverist, Amex Platinum
Posts: 287
We are heading to shinjuku soon and need some help with hotels. I will be travelling with a pregnant woman and a 4 year old.
I do have diamond status and looking to use them but am torn between both hotels as they cost the same.
1) hilton shinjuku - diamond status, booking king room.
- Not sure if upgrades apply here ? Any success of upgrading for diamond members ?
2) Keio plaza hotel - premier grand king room with lounge and breakfast.
This is the same room/package - https://www.traveloffpath.com/keio-plaza-hotel/
They both cost the same.
For those who have stayed. Which would be the better choice. Thanks
I do have diamond status and looking to use them but am torn between both hotels as they cost the same.
1) hilton shinjuku - diamond status, booking king room.
- Not sure if upgrades apply here ? Any success of upgrading for diamond members ?
2) Keio plaza hotel - premier grand king room with lounge and breakfast.
This is the same room/package - https://www.traveloffpath.com/keio-plaza-hotel/
They both cost the same.
For those who have stayed. Which would be the better choice. Thanks
Although I'll go with Conrad.
Sep 24, 2019, 4:52 am
#444
Join Date: Nov 2012
Programs: SPG Platinum
Posts: 1,689
The Hyatt across the street is typically much cheaper, so you might try that. The Costco rate works there most of the time.
Also, the Keio Plaza is 1 block SE and will be cheaper. Both properties are nice, and Shinjuku is really the best location for exploring due to proximity to the largest subway/JR station in Japan.
Also, the Keio Plaza is 1 block SE and will be cheaper. Both properties are nice, and Shinjuku is really the best location for exploring due to proximity to the largest subway/JR station in Japan.
Sep 24, 2019, 6:09 am
#445
Join Date: Oct 2009
Programs: UA 1K, Hilton ♦ , Hyatt Carbonado, Wyndham ♦, Marriott PE, "Stinking Bum" elsewhere.
Posts: 4,998
I've never had to show any verification ID at this property. The Costco rate doesn't always work but sometimes it yields the cheapest rate. The PHT, across Chuo park, usually asks to see proof of eligibility for a discount.
Sep 24, 2019, 12:08 pm
#446
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Southern California
Posts: 478
How do you get the Costco rate? Do you have to start your search via Costco Travel, or is there a rate code to enter (if so, what)?
Sep 27, 2019, 4:12 am
#447
Join Date: Oct 2009
Programs: UA 1K, Hilton ♦ , Hyatt Carbonado, Wyndham ♦, Marriott PE, "Stinking Bum" elsewhere.
Posts: 4,998
Sep 30, 2019, 4:11 pm
#449
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 512
We are heading to shinjuku soon and need some help with hotels. I will be travelling with a pregnant woman and a 4 year old.
I do have diamond status and looking to use them but am torn between both hotels as they cost the same.
1) hilton shinjuku - diamond status, booking king room.
- Not sure if upgrades apply here ? Any success of upgrading for diamond members ?
2) Keio plaza hotel - premier grand king room with lounge and breakfast.
This is the same room/package - https://www.traveloffpath.com/keio-plaza-hotel/
They both cost the same.
For those who have stayed. Which would be the better choice. Thanks
I do have diamond status and looking to use them but am torn between both hotels as they cost the same.
1) hilton shinjuku - diamond status, booking king room.
- Not sure if upgrades apply here ? Any success of upgrading for diamond members ?
2) Keio plaza hotel - premier grand king room with lounge and breakfast.
This is the same room/package - https://www.traveloffpath.com/keio-plaza-hotel/
They both cost the same.
For those who have stayed. Which would be the better choice. Thanks
Oct 3, 2019, 4:36 am
#450
Join Date: Oct 2019
Posts: 4
Hi All,
I know this question has been asked before but we are headed to Tokyo in November. The main purpose of the trip is Disney and we'll be staying at the Hilton Tokyo Bay. However, we'd like to stay in Tokyo proper for the first night (and do non-Disney stuff our first two days there). For the one night, would you recommend the Conrad or the Hilton Shinjuku? This will our first time in Tokyo and we have 2 small children, 5 and 7. Because of the kids, we don't plan on doing too much - some exploring (maybe Teamlab Borderless) and eating good food. We have Gold status.
I know this question has been asked before but we are headed to Tokyo in November. The main purpose of the trip is Disney and we'll be staying at the Hilton Tokyo Bay. However, we'd like to stay in Tokyo proper for the first night (and do non-Disney stuff our first two days there). For the one night, would you recommend the Conrad or the Hilton Shinjuku? This will our first time in Tokyo and we have 2 small children, 5 and 7. Because of the kids, we don't plan on doing too much - some exploring (maybe Teamlab Borderless) and eating good food. We have Gold status.