Granbell Hotel Shinjuku, TokyoGranbell Hotel Shinjuku in Tokyo, Japan has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 253 of 320 hotels we score in Tokyo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 3.0.Granbell Hotel Shinjuku is a designer hotel situated in the Kabukicho district of Shinjuku. It is a short walk from Higashi-Shinjuku Station and JR Shinjuku Station, making it suitable for travellers using public transport. The guest rooms feature modern interiors created by international and Japanese artists. On-site facilities include a restaurant, a gym, a swimming pool, and a rooftop terrace with a garden. While the location provides easy access to local shops and dining, the guest rooms are notably small. The hotel is a practical choice for those seeking a central base with unique aesthetic details.What stands out

Close to major train stations

Unique artist-designed rooms

Rooftop terrace and garden

On-site gym and pool

Watch out for

Small guest rooms

Located in Kabukicho

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