Jan 15, 2024, 3:08 pm
Last edit by: FlyinHawaiian
Tips on how to navigate to the hotel from Shinagawa Station (JR Shinkansen, Yamanote Line, Keikyu Airport Line to/from HND, other various lines that stop in Shinagawa).
The easiest way is via the second (main) level, one up from street level. Exiting the station, there are elevated sidewalks/skyways that leads into the elevator lobby of the hotel.
From the second floor, follow signs to the Konan (East) Exit of the Shinagawa Station and exit there. Best to walk on the right side of the corridor. When exiting, the Dean + DeLuca cafe will be on your right, follow the flow of traffic to the right past the store and then take a left down the long walkway and you will see the sign for the hotel as you get closer on the right side. There's a small 7-11 on the left when you get to the hotel entrance. Walk down the corridor and turn left which will lead you to the elevator banks that service the 26th floor check in lobby.
The easiest way is via the second (main) level, one up from street level. Exiting the station, there are elevated sidewalks/skyways that leads into the elevator lobby of the hotel.
- Keikyu Line platform seems to mainly exit to street level so make your way up to the second level at the earliest opportunity.
- All other non-Shinkansen lines exit from the platform up stairs/escalators/elevators to the second floor; follow signs to the Central Exit outside of fare control
- Shinkansen lines have their own exits from the second floor
From the second floor, follow signs to the Konan (East) Exit of the Shinagawa Station and exit there. Best to walk on the right side of the corridor. When exiting, the Dean + DeLuca cafe will be on your right, follow the flow of traffic to the right past the store and then take a left down the long walkway and you will see the sign for the hotel as you get closer on the right side. There's a small 7-11 on the left when you get to the hotel entrance. Walk down the corridor and turn left which will lead you to the elevator banks that service the 26th floor check in lobby.
The Strings by Intercontinental Tokyo Master Thread [merged]
Feb 3, 2024, 12:03 am
#196
Join Date: Jun 2023
Posts: 9
I recently stayed at the hotel and found the club lounge to be decidedly average in both service, food offering and drinks. Completely different to the Osaka IC's club lounge which, as has been mentioned in its own thread, is one of the best.
I'm still trying to work out why they are so intent on bringing breakfast items one by one, often some time apart
I'm still trying to work out why they are so intent on bringing breakfast items one by one, often some time apart
Feb 3, 2024, 2:33 am
#197
Formerly known as newbie elite
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: YUL
Programs: IHG Diamond Ambassador, Accor Platinum, AC50K
Posts: 2,928
I recently stayed at the hotel and found the club lounge to be decidedly average in both service, food offering and drinks. Completely different to the Osaka IC's club lounge which, as has been mentioned in its own thread, is one of the best.
I'm still trying to work out why they are so intent on bringing breakfast items one by one, often some time apart
I'm still trying to work out why they are so intent on bringing breakfast items one by one, often some time apart
EDIT: The night offerings are bang on as posted below
Last edited by Admiral Ackbar; Feb 3, 2024 at 11:58 am
Feb 3, 2024, 2:49 am
#198
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Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 5,918
FWIW, I found the club lounge very pleasant for evening happy hour, with good offerings by Japanese standards (champagne and a sampling of small dishes from the hotel's restaurants). Obviously not a big buffet to replace dinner, but quite decent for a club lounge. I had breakfast in the main restaurant, and thought the buffet was excellent (far better than restaurant breakfast at IC Osaka IMO, where I prefer having breakfast at the lounge). Is restaurant breakfast not available to club guests at IC Strings? I wasn't aware it's for Diamonds only. I received the points amenity for my recent stay, so doesn't look like I was forced to choose restaurant breakfast.
Feb 3, 2024, 11:52 am
#199
Formerly known as newbie elite
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: YUL
Programs: IHG Diamond Ambassador, Accor Platinum, AC50K
Posts: 2,928
FWIW, I found the club lounge very pleasant for evening happy hour, with good offerings by Japanese standards (champagne and a sampling of small dishes from the hotel's restaurants). Obviously not a big buffet to replace dinner, but quite decent for a club lounge. I had breakfast in the main restaurant, and thought the buffet was excellent (far better than restaurant breakfast at IC Osaka IMO, where I prefer having breakfast at the lounge). Is restaurant breakfast not available to club guests at IC Strings? I wasn't aware it's for Diamonds only. I received the points amenity for my recent stay, so doesn't look like I was forced to choose restaurant breakfast.