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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]
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hi mnredfox! i stayed at the ANA just months ago, and was disappointed with my stay.... since then, have been staying at the Park Hyatt / Conrad, but thought i would give the Strings a go this time.... i really wanted an IC Strings teddy bear () i'm really annoyed, as i emailed the hotel prior to making an (advance purchase - completely pre-paid!) reservation. i was advised that the RA upgrade from a Club Room would be to a suite. true to form, my reservation was updated accordingly within hours of booking. today, i noticed the change. have just emailed the hotel asking what is going on.... not a good start!
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hi mnredfox! i stayed at the ANA just months ago, and was disappointed with my stay.... since then, have been staying at the Park Hyatt / Conrad, but thought i would give the Strings a go this time.... i really wanted an IC Strings teddy bear () i'm really annoyed, as i emailed the hotel prior to making an (advance purchase - completely pre-paid!) reservation. i was advised that the RA upgrade from a Club Room would be to a suite. true to form, my reservation was updated accordingly within hours of booking. today, i noticed the change. have just emailed the hotel asking what is going on.... not a good start!
Sorry to hear about the ANA. They did take away lounge access for cheapest rooms, but the upgrades are good and welcome gifts nice.
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Ok I can't for the life of me find the ANA IC Tokyo master thread.
I have booked the Club Corner Suite at the ANA. I'm wondering what RAs get as upgrades?
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I have booked the Club Corner Suite at the ANA. I'm wondering what RAs get as upgrades?
Thanks!
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Any recent experience about the Strings by IC? I am a Platinum Ambassador, booked a Premier King for two short stays and am wondering what kind of benefits I will be getting. I understand there is no longer a dedicated "Club Floor". Do any of the room types come with a complimentary minibar? Any experience what the guaranteed upgrade will be from a Premier Room?
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I booked a "Superior" room (priced the same as the Premier King) in November at The Strings. Anybody know what I will end up with?
I'm a Plat Amb and this will be my 2nd time at this hotel. Loved it the first time I stayed there in 2010 in a Prem King corner club room I think it was called. I want a good view on the opposite side from the train station. Can anyone suggest some tips? I'll be there for 3 nights.
I'm a Plat Amb and this will be my 2nd time at this hotel. Loved it the first time I stayed there in 2010 in a Prem King corner club room I think it was called. I want a good view on the opposite side from the train station. Can anyone suggest some tips? I'll be there for 3 nights.
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Any recent experience about the Strings by IC? I am a Platinum Ambassador, booked a Premier King for two short stays and am wondering what kind of benefits I will be getting. I understand there is no longer a dedicated "Club Floor". Do any of the room types come with a complimentary minibar? Any experience what the guaranteed upgrade will be from a Premier Room?
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I'm arriving here within 24 hours and having a bit of a issue. I have injured my foot and still have 6 bags of luggage to cart around and two small kids. When I arrive at nrt what's the easiest and cheapest way to get to the hotel. I rang for transfers and they told me 300€ and then I checked for taxis and its about the same. Surely there must be a cheaper option.
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I'm arriving here within 24 hours and having a bit of a issue. I have injured my foot and still have 6 bags of luggage to cart around and two small kids. When I arrive at nrt what's the easiest and cheapest way to get to the hotel. I rang for transfers and they told me 300€ and then I checked for taxis and its about the same. Surely there must be a cheaper option.
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http://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/pla...hes/index/1/44
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Limousine Bus to The Strings (Shinagawa Station Konan exit)
http://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/pla...hes/index/1/44
http://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/pla...hes/index/1/44
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Limousine Bus to The Strings (Shinagawa Station Konan exit)
http://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/pla...hes/index/1/44
http://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/pla...hes/index/1/44