Stays

Shinjuku or Ginza: Where Should You Stay in Tokyo First?

Choose between Shinjuku and Ginza by arrival, evenings, food, shopping, family needs, budget and how much Tokyo energy you want near the hotel.

Decide which Tokyo you want to return to

Where to stay in Tokyo

Five areas, five travel styles. A summary of this guide's own recommendations.

Shinjuku gives energy, late food and many train choices. Ginza gives order, easier orientation and calmer hotel returns.

Choose Shinjuku if evenings, nightlife, food options and western Tokyo connections matter.

Choose Ginza if arrival ease, shopping, Tokyo Station access and a calmer base matter more.

With children or jetlag, exact hotel position matters more than the famous district name.

Choose by station access, evening energy and recovery needs, not by image.