The 13 Best Boutique Hotels in Tokyo (2025)

Tokyo brims with great hotels—from glossy luxury towers to cosy family-run inns—but our experts always gravitate toward boutiques. These smaller stays pair striking design with an intimate, personalised feel that big brands can’t match. With this in mind, our Hotel Gurus have curated a sharp list of Tokyo’s best boutique hotels, chosen for standout style, service, location, and amenities. Browse the collection and find the perfect base for your next Tokyo adventure.

For families

• Moody woods, clean lines and modern finishes set a relaxed tone at Asakusa Kokono Club Hotel, while spacious suites, penthouses and practical family rooms make stays effortless with kids. The on-site restaurant serves crowd-pleasing Japanese favourites, and its Taito location puts temples, parks and riverfront walks within easy reach for all ages.
• It comes as no surprise that Muji has created a chic contemporary space in the heart of Tokyo. Muji Hotel Ginza is located atop its flagship store. Expect minimalist spaces beautifully styled with blonde wood and high-end technology. With family rooms and one child under 12 staying for free, this is very family-friendly.
• Hotel Hisoca's playful, design-led rooms—some fitted with bunk beds—give families plenty of space to unwind. The soft-toned interiors keep things stylish yet soothing, while private in-room saunas offer rare downtime after city adventures. With transport links on the doorstep, it’s a cool, comfortable launchpad for exploring Tokyo with kids.

For the architecture

• One@Tokyo is a bold venture designed by famed architect Kengo Kuma, in downtown Oshiage. The crisscross wooden exterior sets the tone for the industrial conversion plywood and concrete layout of the interiors. The rooms range from comfortable to luxurious and the rooftop offers unbeatable city views.

For an onsen

• Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku blends city style with Japanese tradition in central Shinjuku. In the elegant guestrooms, futon beds and tatami areas nod to local customs, while the rectangular windows with skyscraper views introduce contemporary Tokyo. Soak in the hotel's rejuvenating onsen after a day's sightseeing.

For a contemporary style

• The Gate Hotel Kaminarimon is a sophisticated hotel in the atmospheric eastern Asakusa district. Contemporary rooms boast fabulous views of either Sensoji or Tokyo Skytree. A slick French fusion restaurant, hip cocktail bar, and excellent price tag make this hard to beat.
• Minimalist design merges Scandi and Japanese styles at Hotel K5, a hip choice in the Nihonbashi Kabutocho district. Its restaurant, Caveman, serves wonderful nine-course meals plus there's a cool coffee bar, a cocktail bar and even a brewery. 

For an eco stay

• Trunk Hotel is Tokyo's first truly hip boutique hotel, perfectly placed in the trendsetting Shibuya district. The emphasis here is on reuse and recycling - almost everything has had a previous life before it was lovingly coaxed into the hotel. Chic rooms, fantastic food, an outrageously fun bar, and an inspired ethos.

For luxury

• Hotel Azabu 10- Tucked in Minato City, this intimate hotel showcases interiors that mix warm Japanese textures with crisp European lines. Totanuki serves refined Japanese dishes with subtle Western influences, making dining as much an experience as the sleek, thoughtfully curated rooms themselves.
• Perched in the heart of the city, Aman Tokyo dazzles with minimalist elegance and soaring views. Its spa is a sanctuary of calm, while the Italian restaurant delivers meticulously crafted dishes. Perfectly suited for work or leisure, it’s a seamless mix of style, serenity, and urban convenience.

For great value

• Shibuya Granbell Hotel is a vibrant hotel in the heart of Tokyo. Rooms come in a variety of sizes and styles to fit all budgets. Design is contemporary with light-hearted touches. Pizzas and drinks are served until the early hours. A lively property.
• Just minutes from the metro, The Barn Tokyo is a great choice for a well located hotel with a reasonable price tag. Expect clean lines, soft lighting, warm wood, and design-savvy rooms with Netflix streaming free of charge. There's a coffee house on-site and a variety of restaurants within walking distance.
• With custom-designed interiors that draw on Japanese tea house culture, The Edo Sakura has plenty of local Tokyo charm. The hotel offers the option of a traditional experience, with futon beds and tatami mats, or contemporary, Western rooms - all at reasonable rates. A perfect spot for local exploring. 

Still not sure?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Tokyo,
• Consider our collections of the Best Hotels in Shinjuku, the 4 Best Hotels near Tokyo Station, the 3 Best Hotels in Ginza or the Best Hotels in Shiodome,
• Or, contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.