Four Seasons Tokyo at Otemachi
Hotel Name: Four Seasons Tokyo at Otemachi
Number of Rooms: 190 Rooms and Suites
Location: Otemachi, near Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace
Step off the elevator into the lobby at Four Seasons Otemachi and you'll immediately be struck by the city views out the floor-to-ceiling windows on the far side of a tranquil water feature swooshing across the ground. Views out over the imperial gardens and Mount Fuji are unparalleled, and the décor toes the lines between international elegance and local design touches - you'll instantly know that you're in a Four Seasons, but also never forget that you're in Japan. When it's time to relax, head to the spa for a signature exfoliation with flour made from the stump of the Yakusugi tree.
What We Loved: Tokyo can be overwhelming, and Four Seasons’ practiced service feels like being wrapped in a warm blanket no matter what city you’re in. This is a true oasis to which to return after a long day of exploring.
What We Didn’t Love: One man’s benefit is another’s disadvantage, and for some, the immediately recognizable Four Seasons atmosphere may feel too familiar after flying across the world.
Right For: Travelers ready to get into the pulse of the city will appreciate the proximity to Tokyo Station, which gives you access by subway to all corners of the metropolis. Families are also extremely well accommodated (and the pool is a wow.)
Wrong For: This is a big hotel in a big city; there’s nothing under-the-radar happening here. But if you’re the type coming to Tokyo for underground speakeasies and ramen shops with no social media presence, you’re probably not inclined toward a major western brand.
Best Time to Visit: The neighboring Imperial Palace gardens burst into bloom with the rest of the city in late March, and again into color in the fall.
TLF Tip: Check your closet for Four Seasons-branded pajamas - of course a brand known worldwide for its beds excels in the sleepwear department as well.
