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Cava House
Cava House10/10 Excellent
Hotel Matsunoi Shurin
Hotel Matsunoi Shurin10/10 Excellent
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Grand
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Grand10/10 Excellent
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel10/10 Excellent
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo by IHG
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo by IHG10/10 Excellent
&Here SHINJUKU
&Here SHINJUKU10/10 Excellent
Nippon Seinenkan Hotel
Nippon Seinenkan Hotel10/10 Excellent
MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West
MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West10/10 Excellent
Hotel Petit Bali Garden Shin Okubo - Shinjuku Sta 10min walk -
Hotel Petit Bali Garden Shin Okubo - Shinjuku Sta 10min walk -10/10 Excellent
Flower Terrace Higashi Shinjuku
Flower Terrace Higashi Shinjuku10/10 Excellent
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku PREMIER
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku PREMIER10/10 Excellent
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier10/10 Excellent
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA TAKADANOBABA
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA TAKADANOBABA10/10 Excellent
HOTEL D-WAVE Shinjuku - Adults Only
HOTEL D-WAVE Shinjuku - Adults Only10/10 Excellent
Hotel & Spa J-MEX - Adults Only
Hotel & Spa J-MEX - Adults Only10/10 Excellent
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About Shinjuku
Shinjuku is a modern ward of Tokyo and home to the globe’s busiest railway station. The Nishi-Shinjuku zone has a large number of skyscrapers which housecountless business offices. Shinjuku is famed for its varied nightlife quarters as well as being the home of Waseda Universityplusone of the finest examples of traditional gardens in the city.
Don’t MissShinjuku Gyoen Garden has three zones based on Japanese, English and French garden designs plus an old-style teahouse. The garden has a lot of sakura cherry trees and these are a major draw in spring when they are flowering. Yoyogi Park is an easy walk from Shinjuku Gyoen. This park is the location of the Meiji JinguTemple and an area of tall forest.
Fans of Japanese culture will love the unusual exhibits housed in the Bunka Gakuen Costume, the Japan Sword and the Samurai museums. The Samurai Museum houses everything connected to these ancient soldiers and this includes their swords, armour and helmets. For a small fee, visitors can have a photograph taken while they are wearing a full suit of sengoku armour.
Other Shinjuku temples are Taisoji and Chozenji. Taisoji has a number of interesting statues and religious pieces. One of these is a statue of Jizo. Shinjuku’s Okubo is the location of Tokyo’s Koreatown. Shinjuku Station is noted for its busking musicians and arriving passengers are treated to all kinds of music as they leave the station.
Restaurants and BarsA night out in Shinjuku is an exciting experience. Specific areas are aimed at different kinds of customers. Those who wish to sample Korean nightlife and food will find Koreatown a great choice. Takadanobaba is around Waseda University and has lots of bars for younger people, while Golden Gai has lots of small pubs and cafés. Dining options range from McDonald’s and ramen noodle soup to Italian pasta and Indian curries.
ShoppingShinjuku-dori Street is a busy road with abundant shops selling clothing, shoes and electrical appliances. The Odakyu and Keio department stores are close to the exits of Shinjuku Station. There are three Yodobashi outlets which sell premium electrical and computer products.Tokyu Hands in the Takashimaya Times Square mall is a nice place to buy souvenirs and typical Japanese accessories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shinjuku like?
Shinjuku is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and bar scene. Make sure that you visit Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum as part of your Shinjuku travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Shinjuku?
Based on our traveller data, Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main is one of the top choices for your stay in Shinjuku. This hotel offers 15 restaurants and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Gracery Shinjuku and THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Shinjuku?
Expedia has 576 hotels and other accommodation options in Shinjuku to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Tokyo area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shinjuku, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Shinjuku.
What can I see and do in this Tokyo neighbourhood?
Looking for a little shopping break? A shopping trip to Shinjuku Subnade, Shinjuku Isetan and Isetan Department Store Shinjuku might be just the ticket while you're in Shinjuku. Samurai Museum and Hanazono Shrine are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Tokyo Dome, Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Imperial Palace. While you're out sightseeing, Hanazono-jinja and Ohjo Bldg are a couple of additional sights to visit in Tokyo.
How can I get around Shinjuku and the greater Tokyo area?
If you want to see more of the city, Shinjuku-sanchome Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station and Higashi-shinjuku Station. If you're considering venturing out of town, train travel is a great option. Seibu-Shinjuku Station is the closest train station, but Shinjuku Station and Shin-Okubo Station are also close by.