JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo review

In Tokyo, luxury hotels are a dime a dozen, and guests have their decide of name-brand properties like Edition, Four Seasons, Aman (and the first of Aman’s new “little-sister brand,” Janu), amongst many others. So, once I first realized final 12 months that JW Marriott was lastly coming into the combo, I used to be interested in how the model would set itself aside from its rivals.

However then I had the possibility to talk to the general manager, Chris Clark, who instructed me that the flagship property was “uniquely positioned as the one luxurious lodge inside the redevelopment space of Takanawa Gateway Metropolis,” an space I wasn’t conversant in, in addition to “a sanctuary the place friends can expertise tranquility and peace.”

After seeing lovely renderings of the lodge, which formally opened in October 2025, I flew out to Japan for a two-night keep to see it for myself. And whereas this evaluation will provide you with a fast overview of the primary JW Marriott lodge in Japan’s capital area, I can minimize to the chase and say that out of all of the motels this lodge reporter visited in 2025, none blew me away fairly just like the JW Marriott Lodge Tokyo.

Here is what it was like, and why it’s best to take into account it on your subsequent Tokyo keep — particularly when you’re a Marriott Bonvoy loyalist.

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First impressions

As is frequent at many Tokyo motels, friends who arrive on the JW Marriott Lodge Tokyo by automobile come to a garage-like entrance and are despatched up an elevator to a sky-high reception ground. However earlier than hopping on that elevator, a fast stroll by a serene, moodily-lit hall completely units the scene for your complete lodge: darkish woods contrasting towards shiny stone supplies and pops of earth-toned coloration, greenery tucked away in surprising spots, and pleasant employees members ready to help round each nook. To not point out unimaginable artwork all through, like an enormous futuristic reproduction of Mount Fuji hanging from the ceiling.

This JW Marriott is contemporary as ever, and doubtless the sleekest tackle the model I’ve seen but. It felt fashionable and funky — and I felt equally as cool simply being there.

The rooms

For my two-night keep, I stayed in an entry-level City Deluxe king room. From the second I stepped into the huge house (rooms begin at 463 sq. ft), I used to be impressed with its degree of sophistication, trendy ease and sense of calm that juxtaposed with sweeping views of bustling Tokyo down under.

The room featured an entryway with closet house and a built-in house on your suitcase. By the door, a small cubby made for an ideal place to drop your pockets and key, with a visible cue to take it with you on the way in which out. Contained in the closet, a secret pair of pajamas was ready for me to alter into.

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Beside the mattress, a moss-green velvet sofa with blue throw pillows, set beside a lamp that mirrored the look of stones, introduced Japanese nature contained in the room in essentially the most comfy manner. I stayed on the sofa searching the window for lengthy chunks of my downtime, merely watching Tokyo go on about its day.

Beside the mattress, a hub of buttons managed lights, window shades and drapes. A USB-C port made it straightforward to cost my iPhone.

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And throughout from the mattress, an enormous TV allowed me to forged the newest episode of “Heated Rivalry” and stream Netflix with ease. Beneath, within the nook, a humidifier and a dehumidifier sat on the ground.

There was additionally a well-stocked minibar with spirits, juice, beer, sake and soda, plus snacks, a Nespresso machine and loads of Japanese teas to select from.

The actual star of my visitor room was the lavatory, the place a big soaking tub in its personal entirely-glass room stuffed with daylight in the course of the day and supplied twinkling views of the Tokyo skyline at night time. After a protracted soak, a rainfall bathe was preferrred for a rinse.

Within the rest room, I discovered an assortment of high-end facilities, like Aromatherapy Associates London tub merchandise, and a type of fancy Japanese toilets with extra buttons than what to do with.

This room was one among my favorites I stayed in in 2025, due to its calming, nature-centric design, lovely views and that celebrity rest room. On the root, it was simply plain comfy, and actually did really feel like a spot I may escape the buzzing metropolis under to “expertise tranquility and peace,” identical to the property’s normal supervisor had instructed me.

Eating on the JW Marriott Lodge Tokyo

The lodge presents a collection of eating and ingesting retailers, together with Kako, a Japanese restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Saki, a Japanese-French fusion omakase expertise from cooks Emmanuel Stroobant and Kazumine Nishida; Sefino, a Mediterranean spot; a boutique pastry stand; a lounge bar; and a moody cocktail bar, referred to as the JW Bar.

Highlights for me throughout my keep had been a Japanese breakfast set with loads of thrilling flavors (not less than to my western palate), heat miso soup and a pleasant piece of fish, served at Kako. The breakfast buffet included your entire conventional gadgets, plus a wide variety of assorted Asian fares and fundamentals like yogurt, pastries and the like.

At Kako for lunch, I actually loved a katsu sandwich, together with some spring roll-like dishes and a contemporary inexperienced salad.

However the spotlight expertise of my keep was an abbreviated omakase expertise at Saki. The restaurant presents two seatings an evening (Monday, Thursday-Sunday) at 6 p.m. and eight:30 p.m., with two seasonal omakase experiences priced at 28,000 yen ($176) for the smaller possibility or 34,000 yen ($214) for the bigger.

Although each omakase expertise is usually completely different (omakase principally means chef’s alternative and is predicated on the freshness and seasonality of substances obtainable), I nonetheless cannot cease fascinated with two dishes: Osetra caviar and Hokkaido bushy crab with Shanghai crab sauce and the signature chutoro and otoro hand rolls with spicy taste, roasted Sichuan pepper, pickled daikon radish, white onion and shisho leaf so delicately crafted one may argue that this omakase expertise is de facto dinner and present.

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And on the JW Bar, a signature cocktail menu supplied artistic takes on well-liked cocktails, together with some — like this margarita-like drink — served in out-of-this-world glassware. Throw in a duo performing soothing pop covers, and it actually felt like I used to be in essentially the most stress-free place in Tokyo.

You additionally have to cease by Le Cres, the artisanal croissant store within the foyer, the place the fluffly pastries are simply as photogenic as they’re scrumptious.

Facilities and repair

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• The heated pool with double-level floor-to-ceiling home windows presents breathtaking views of Tokyo and Mount Fuji within the distance.
• A contemporary fitness center with a wide range of tools is open to friends, providing equally gorgeous views.
• The Spa by JW presents conventional Japanese wellness experiences, together with traditional spa remedies equivalent to massages and facials.
• An Government Lounge is offered to friends with standing or who guide a room with lounge entry.
• Nightly turndown service presents somewhat night luxurious for friends earlier than mattress.

New aware rooms and suites

In January, the lodge introduced a brand new assortment of rooms and suites centered round wellness and situated on the twenty eighth ground proper subsequent to the fitness center and spa. These rooms embody yoga tools, therapeutic massage weapons, meditation cushions and crystal singing bowls, together with a non-public reception and check-in space. Within the rooms and suites, friends may also discover specialised tub merchandise, a journal, specifically curated teas and meditation playlists. Curated packages for wellness rooms embody spa credit, an in-room “aware breakfast” and different perks, from 170,775 yen ($1,075).

Location and logistics

The JW Marriott Lodge Tokyo is in Takanawa Gateway Metropolis, a brand new high-rise improvement in Tokyo that is not fairly within the middle of the key vacationer areas, not like different well-liked motels on the town, but in addition a straightforward commute by way of subway or automobile. It is an amazing transportation hub, and I might argue that the quietness of its location is extra of a professional than a con, as a result of it is quiet, relaxed and nonetheless straightforward to entry.

For folks with a fast cease in Tokyo and passing by Haneda Airport (HND), the lodge is lower than 9 miles away and accessible by way of subway in below half-hour for 330 yen ($2), or about 20-40 minutes by automobile ($30-$50). Tokyo’s different main airport, Narita Worldwide Airport (NRT), is about 46 miles away, with transportation choices together with a prepare to Tokyo Station (about $20) and a subway switch. An Uber or cab from NRT can value upward of $160.

It is value noting, too, that Takanawa Gateway Metropolis is a mall-like advanced with outlets, eating places and even a Blue Bottle Espresso for a fast caffeine repair.

What it prices to remain on the JW Marriott Lodge Tokyo and guide

For 2026, the bottom money charges obtainable on the lodge begin at round $449 per night time. Award availability begins at a uncommon 94,000 Marriott Bonvoy factors per night time, although most nights are not less than 100,000 factors.

When reserving this Marriott lodge, you may need to use one of many credit cards that earn the most points for Marriott stays, or one that provides computerized Marriott Bonvoy elite status for value-added advantages. These embody:

• Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card: Earn 6 factors per greenback spent on eligible purchases at motels taking part within the Marriott Bonvoy program, computerized Platinum Elite standing and 25 elite night time credit per 12 months towards a better tier.
• Marriott Bonvoy Bevy® American Express® Card: Earn 6 factors per greenback spent on eligible purchases at motels taking part within the Marriott Bonvoy program, computerized Gold Elite standing and 15 elite night time credit per 12 months towards a better tier.
• Marriott Bonvoy Bountiful Card: Earn 6 factors per greenback spent on eligible purchases at motels taking part within the Marriott Bonvoy program, computerized Gold Elite standing and 15 elite night time credit per 12 months towards a better tier.
• Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card: Earn 6 factors per greenback spent on eligible purchases at motels taking part within the Marriott Bonvoy program, computerized Gold Elite standing and 15 elite night time credit per 12 months towards a better tier.
• Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card (see rates and fees): Earn 6 factors per greenback spent on eligible purchases at motels taking part within the Marriott Bonvoy program, computerized Silver Elite standing and 15 elite night time credit per 12 months towards a better tier.
• Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card (see rates and fees): Earn 3 factors per greenback spent on eligible purchases at motels taking part within the Marriott Bonvoy program, computerized Silver Elite standing and 5 elite night time credit per 12 months towards a better tier.

The data for the Marriott Bonvoy Bountiful card has been collected independently by The Factors Man. The cardboard particulars on this web page haven’t been reviewed or supplied by the cardboard issuer.

Accessibility

This contemporary lodge presents accessible rooms, parking, public areas and public loos.

The lodge web site reads, “For extra details about the bodily options of our accessible rooms, frequent areas or particular providers referring to a selected incapacity please name +81 3-3434-7070.” As at all times, TPG recommends reaching out to the lodge immediately to verify it is appropriate on your particular wants.

Backside line

I completely loved my keep on the JW Marriott Lodge Tokyo, and suppose it was precisely what the overall supervisor promised me throughout our interview when the lodge opened — it truly is “a sanctuary the place friends can expertise tranquility and peace,” from the attractive pool to the soothing rooms and all the general public locations in between. Positive, the situation is an rising space somewhat off the standard overwhelmed path, however in a metropolis as massive as Tokyo, you are going to be touring a bit both manner. The trade-off for location is rewarded with a peaceable place to name dwelling whereas in Tokyo, and one with lovely views and the added worth of with the ability to guide with factors.

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