Shinjuku Hotels: Location, Access and Tips
Shinjuku Station holds the Guinness record as the world's busiest station, served by JR East, Keio, Odakyu, Tokyo Metro and Toei lines. It is the start of the Romancecar to Hakone and has Narita Express services.
Getting there
From Narita Airport, the Narita Express runs directly to Shinjuku. From Haneda, take Keikyu to Shinagawa (about 14 minutes by Airport Rapid Limited Express) and change to the JR Yamanote Line, or use an airport limousine bus.
Good for
- First-time visitors who want many lines from one station
- Day trips to Hakone by Odakyu Romancecar
- Late dining and shopping around the station
Watch out for
- The station is huge and exits are far apart; check which exit your hotel uses.
- Kabukicho and east-side streets are busy and loud late at night.
- Tokyo charges an accommodation tax per person per night.
Booking tips
- West-side hotels are generally in the office district; east side is closer to nightlife. Pick by your evening plans.
- Hotels near the south exit suit Romancecar and highway-bus departures.
- Several Japanese cities charge an accommodation tax per person per night on top of the room rate. Check whether the listed price includes it.
FAQ
How do I get to Shinjuku from Narita?
The Narita Express runs directly to Shinjuku.
Is Shinjuku good for going to Hakone?
Yes. The Odakyu Romancecar leaves from Shinjuku and reaches Hakone-Yumoto in about 80 minutes.