Tokyo Prince Hotel opened in 1964 — the same year as the first Tokyo Olympics — and it carries that legacy with a quiet, earned confidence. The building stands beside Zojoji Temple, the 400-year-old mausoleum of the Tokugawa shogunate, and Tokyo Tower rises directly in front of the hotel. From the upper floors, the tower is not a distant landmark in the cityscape but a vast, immediate presence that fills the window frame entirely. Watching it transition from the warm sunset glow to full night illumination from the comfort of a hotel bed is one of those experiences that justifies a hotel stay on its own terms. The red carpet at the entrance, the lobby with its seasonal “Lost Flowers” arrangements, and the well-spaced check-in counter all signal a property that understands what luxury means in practice: considered space, genuine attentiveness, and details that are noticed without being announced.
Room & Amenities
The Superior Double room on the 11th floor is 21.1 square meters — a comfortable size for a solo traveler, practical for two. The room is anchored by a vermilion accent palette that threads through the bedding, soft furnishings, and decor, providing a cohesive premium feel without overcrowding the space. The inner door between the entryway and the room proper is a small but appreciated detail — it creates a psychological boundary between the outside world and the room that makes settling in feel more complete. Multiple pillows are provided, and the dimmable lighting is adjustable via a dial rather than a basic switch. A multi-device charging cable case sits on the desk; a safe is in the lower cabinet. A shelf near the pillow has both a power outlet and a USB port.
The room is equipped with a coffee machine and two blends to choose from, complimentary bottled water, a fridge, glassware in the side cabinet, and a De’Longhi kettle with an ice bucket in the bottom drawer. The De’Longhi kettle is a detail that rewards attention: it’s a small indicator that the hotel selects appliances with care rather than purely for cost. The spacious louvered closet includes an overhead shelf, eight hangers, an iron and ironing board, slippers, and a luggage rack — the kind of practical completeness that removes decisions from the morning. The full-length mirror is backlit, positioned for comfortable seated use. In-room nightwear is a one-piece gown; personal preference may vary.
The bathroom is a standard Japanese unit bath — combined toilet, bathtub, and sink in one compact space. It’s clean and well-maintained, and the bathtub is deep enough for a proper soak. The Panasonic Nanoe hair dryer is a genuine step above the generic models that appear in most hotels at this tier. Toiletries are from the French brand Ella Baché. A self-serve Amenity Bar in the lobby supplies additional items as needed: skincare sets, cotton pads, bath salts, combs, and toothbrushes are all available to take only what you’ll use — an eco-conscious approach that has become genuinely thoughtful rather than just fashionable.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast is served at Buffet Dining Porto on the 3rd floor, and it’s worth reserving specifically. The restaurant is positioned so that Tokyo Tower remains visible from the tables — the hotel is designed so that the tower is naturally always in sight, and the breakfast room continues that logic. The buffet includes a wide Japanese and Western selection: salad station with cheese, salami and chickpea salad; cereals; Western mains with multiple cooking variations; penne pasta; Japanese mains including chimaki (steamed sticky rice dumplings), chawanmushi, rolled sushi, and soba; miso soup; corn soup; Japanese curry; and a bread section with a toaster. Unlimited drink refills from the drink bar are included.
The standout is the made-to-order omelet station, where a chef prepares fresh omelets directly in front of guests, with variations including a matcha omelet and a choice of sauces (mushroom white sauce being a particular highlight). Onsen tamago with a perfectly runny center is also available. Dessert and fruit are near the entrance — worth noting, as it’s easy to miss when focused on the main stations. Breakfast is priced at ¥3,400 (approx. $23) per person and is not included in the standard Room Only rate. A practical note from the hotel: booking Room Only and adding breakfast on-site is sometimes cheaper than a pre-booked breakfast plan, so it’s worth comparing both options at reservation time. Outdoor seating and transparent dome enclosures are available for viewing the garden regardless of weather.
Location & Access
Tokyo Prince Hotel occupies an extraordinary site. Zojoji Temple — the Tokugawa shogunate’s family temple, with a Daimon Gate that dates to 1622 — is immediately adjacent. Tokyo Tower, completed in 1958, is close enough that its structural detail is visible from the upper floors without binoculars. The combination of Edo-period Buddhist architecture and 1950s postwar industrial optimism, all visible from the same window frame, is one of Tokyo’s most layered urban moments. A complimentary shuttle bus connects the hotel to Hamamatsucho Station (JR Yamanote and Keihin-Tohoku Lines), running approximately once an hour. Daimon Station (Toei Asakusa and Toei Oedo Lines) is also within easy walking distance. Parking is available for guests at ¥6,000 per day.
Final Verdict
Tokyo Prince Hotel is a historic Tokyo landmark that earns its status through consistent quality and genuine character rather than simply age. The Tokyo Tower view is genuinely spectacular — not a marketing point but a functional, constant part of the stay that colours every hour from arrival to checkout. The breakfast buffet at Porto is extensive and carefully executed. The sustainable flower arrangements in the lobby, the De’Longhi kettle, the Ella Baché toiletries, the Panasonic Nanoe hair dryer, the eight-hanger closet — the property’s attention to detail is evident at every scale. The unit bathroom is standard for the category, and the breakfast add-on cost is worth factoring into the total. Rates vary by season — check current prices on Agoda. For travelers who want a Tokyo stay that feels genuinely special, with one of the city’s most iconic views always in the window, Tokyo Prince Hotel is one of the most memorable options available.
