AKASAKA GRANBELL HOTEL, Tokyo

Narita Airport is 70 minutes by train, Haneda Airport 45 minutes. The lively Akasaka neighbourhood is filled with restaurants, bars, and convenience stores, with Akasaka Sacas mall a 4-minute walk away. Akasaka and Nagatacho stations are within an 8-minute stroll, and Roppongi is just 8 minutes by subway. The Limousine bus stop for Narita is within walking distance, and the area feels safe day and night with many dining options open late.

All rooms include an electric kettle for green tea, heating, a safe, and free toiletries. Premier Double, Premier Twin, and Suite rooms have a bathtub, larger closets (though still limited), and a glass-walled en suite. Some rooms have a shower-only bathroom. Standard double rooms are small (around 9-12 m²) and may feel cramped for two; the Premier and Suite categories provide significantly more space. Both smoking and non-smoking options are available, but some smoking rooms retain a strong odour. Windows generally do not open. The foot massager is a welcome feature after long days of walking. Housekeeping is provided on request. Note that some rooms show signs of wear such as stained carpets or mold in showers.

The ground-floor British-style pub The Mermaid offers drinks and bar snacks, while Ginza Steak on the first floor serves A5 kuroge wagyu beef. Both operate independently and incur additional charges. For other meals, the surrounding streets have dozens of restaurants, izakayas, and convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) within a minute's walk. The breakfast is a simple self-service spread sufficient for a quick start. Free bottled water, coffee, and tea are available in the lobby throughout the day.