od_sf

Ritz Carlton club deluxe king. Fantastic Views: check. Quiet: check. Access to a lounge: check.

https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotel...mPoolCode=clbl

GodAtum

I think I'll have to rule that out as this review leaves much to be desired. And this one says

MattEvan

At some point you are going to have a make a decision and stop asking for help choosing.

od_sf

If I understand correctly, you're only looking for a brand new, beautifully designed room with the best service, amazing views, access to a great club, a lovely bathroom, a quiet atmosphere (especially the balcony!), and in the best location. And, of course, at a reasonable price.

Good luck to you!

Michaeljinnyc

[MENTION=271796]GodAtum[/MENTION], you’ve been asking for months 😂. Were you actually planning to go to Tokyo?

GodAtum

I did book the Palace Hotel but after hearing the news the construction work is disturbing people I thought it best to move hotels as I don't want my holiday ruined by not being able to sleep.

Aventine

You really need to get off the whole 5 star = escort and in-room check-in too. You'll be sorely disappointed in Tokyo. They're only escorting high worth guests, repeat guests and maybe high end suite guests. For what it's worth, the lounge check in for the Palace Hotel was done with the utmost hospitality and service.

Mickidon

The construction didn't particularly disturb us at the Palace and it did not go on overnight. Although I hesitate to recommend you not change your plans, we would certainly not hesitate to go back. Asking for a high floor would be a good strategy.

GodAtum

That's good to hear. Where abouts is the construction, in the south of the hotel in the park or to the east?

Mickidon

Facing the hotel, with your back to the Imperial Gardens, the construction site is on the right side, diagonal away from the hotel. As such, ask for a high floor
on the extreme left, the line where the lounge is located. Perhaps if you called the hotel and talked this over with them, they would assign you a suitable location. I found
them to be extremely accommodating in all respects. And I guess, if it becomes intolerable, you can leave.

luxefarer

Will be in Japan in 2 weeks. As a member of the Janu pre-opening board, I'm excited to see it in person. I've booked 4 nights in the Tower View Suite (with balcony) - the highest before Janu Suite.

I will also tour the Janu suite, which was unavailable for booking until May as it's undergoing some final touches, so I am told.

We will also stay @ Aman Tokyo, Kyoto, & Park Hyatt Kyoto in the Ninenzaka House. Stay tuned...

P.S. unrelated... but also flying the new JAL business suites onboard the A350-100

5mSvGlow

​​​​​​​I'm not sure if this is helpful, but I stayed in a room at MO Tokyo and got all day access to the spa facilities by booking via a Four Seasons Preferred Partner.

Also - some one here mentioned the service is so-so. My experience was that the service was fantastic and I was left wanting for nothing. Loved this hotel.

HaleiwaFlyer

I'll second MO Tokyo's excellent service. May not be as proactive, but if you do ask, you will receive excellent service (ie. the ground floor staff took their time to walk us down to the subway station, taught us how to use the kiosk, and got one day subway tickets for us; as first time visitors who never used Tokyo's subway, it was much welcomed).

Their spa service has amazing high level city views.

Lastly, their afternoon tea service is our favorite in the world so far......when we had a Narita layover, we made sure we came back for the afternoon tea again.

GodAtum

Would you say the lack of Club Lounge reduces the service in the suites? As no separate check-in etc.

Michaeljinnyc

Jesus… a club lounge is the least thing I would consider on a trip to Tokyo because you’ll be out all day exploring and eating the wonderful food! (Hopefully). Please don’t fly halfway across the world as stay in your room all day as you can do that anywhere.

Hotels of the highest calibre usually don’t have club lounges. Lounges are more of a Hilton/IC thing. And even if it gets crowded at check in in hotels like MO Tokyo, I’m sure they’ll seat you somewhere and come to you once they’re ready. Check-ins in Japan are quite efficient too btw. You won’t have to queue like I did at the Sheraton HK (A dump too)! Also check-in/out times in Japan are quite rigid compared to elsewhere.

I don’t know why you’re obsessed with feeling superior and getting better service. Service at those establishments are usually exemplery and you’ll be treated the same as anyone else, unless you stay in a Presidential suite lol. On the last note, if you’re worried about the breakfast being a zoo, therefore, comtemplating the use of lounges, don’t. This is usually the case but not in Japan. But if you’re can’t be arsed to come down then order room service is fine as well.