Since its opening at the end of 2014, Aman Tokyo has been one of the most talked-about luxury hotels in the city. The most striking thing about it is its location; spread across the top six floors of a 40-storey tower in the Otemachi business district, the panoramic views are simply incredible. What’s more, all of the 84 rooms and suites take full advantage of the lofty position with floor-to-ceiling windows letting light in during the daytime, while also framing the breathtaking lit-up cityscape at night. Aman Tokyo has also received praise for its impressive interiors, which have been inspired by minimalistic design, including the use of camphor wood, washi paper and stone surfaces throughout the rooms as well as traditional Japanese facilities such as large ‘furo’ baths. Situated on the 33rd floor, both guests and non-guests can enjoy the fine Mediterranean food at the hotel’s signature restaurant, not forgetting more of those incredible views across Tokyo stretching as far as the Imperial Palace Gardens and Mount Fuji in the distance. Elsewhere, there is a spa, enclosed garden area, swimming pool, wine cellar, cigar lounge and a whole host of other facilities to keep guests entertained.

Located in the heart of Shinjuku, overlooking the panorama of the city from the Toku Kabukicho Tower, the Bellustar Tokyo, A Pan Pacific Hotel is situated on the uppermost 39th to 47th floors. Designed by award-winning Norm Architects and renowned interior designer Keiji Ashizawa, the hotel offers 97 guest rooms and suites, where Japanese culture is woven into the interiors of guest rooms and the seven meter wide windows afford amazing panoramic views of the city. Guests can enjoy 3 in-house restaurants for dining that offer modern French cuisine, savory Japanese Teppan grills, and expertly crafted sushi, as well as a swanky bar with amazing views of Tokyo’s skyline. For fitness, guests can work out in the well-equipped gym, and on the top floor, relaxation can be found at their Spa Sunya which offers relaxing seasonal and personalized treatments.

The Conrad Tokyo is situated in the high-rise Shidome area. The hotel boasts some of the city’s most spacious rooms featuring awesome vistas of the Hamarikyu Gardens and Tokyo Bay. The well-appointed rooms come with many added luxuries and modern-conveniences such as flat screen TVs, DVD players and sound systems. The hotel’s world-class facilities range from a large indoor pool with far reaching city views and a modern fitness center with yoga classes to a spa on the 29th floor offering authentic Japanese inspired treatments. All food and drink tastes are covered in the Conrad’s five onsite dining options serving sushi, teppanyaki, kaiseki, Chinese and western cuisine.

Housed in the skyscraper Pacific Century Place, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi has just 48 rooms and nine suites. Fitting the needs of the leisure and business traveler, all accommodations have plasma televisions, WiFi, twice-daily housekeeping services, down or hypoallergenic bedding and a private bar as standard amenities. The spa has two private treatment rooms with a variety of treatments available, and guests are also welcome to relax in the spacious lounge, steam sauna, jet showers, Japanese scrub showers and a traditional onsen bath. There is one restaurant, Ekki Bar & Grill, which offers continental cuisine paired with a mostly New World wine list. Other hotel facilities include a 24-hour fitness center, 24-hour business center and a lobby lounge and bar with dramatic views of the city lights below.

Located right next to the capital’s revered Imperial Palace, the new Four Seasons Tokyo Otemachi is in the heart of the Otemachi business district, housed in a high-rise building that looks out to the impressive palace grounds. The four room types range from 527 to 656 square feet, accommodating up to three guests and offer views of either the city or the Imperial Gardens. There are six suite types, ranging from 721 to 3,036 square feet in size, accommodating three or four guests. All 190 guest rooms and suites are designed by Jean-Michel Gathy around the concept of urban haven, featuring simple Japanese aesthetics, floor-to-ceiling windows to bring in natural light and frame the stunning vistas, as well as bespoke artworks that pay homage to Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake. Toiletries are by Guerlain or Frederic Malle. Hotel facilities include a spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and an 82-foot indoor heated swimming pool. For dining, guests can enjoy Italian aperitivi at PIGNETO, French cuisine inspired by Japanese ingredients by Michelin-starred Chef Guillaume Bracaval, vintage French spirits and rare cognacs at VIRTÙ, and high tea with wagashi at THE LOUNGE, as well as in-room dining.

Located 38 floors above street level, the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo is a world away from the hustle and bustle below. The rooms and suites here are some of the largest in Japan and each offers soaring views across the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, amplifying a sense of serenity and detachment. The bathrooms are divided from the rooms by a pane of glass covered by a wooden blind; with the flick of a switch, privacy is achieved or the room is washed in daylight. All accommodations have an in-room entertainment system with iPod docking station, high definition LCD televisions in the bedroom and bathroom, wired and wireless high speed Internet access (for a fee) and your choice of preferred pillow type from the property’s extensive pillow menu. The restaurants in the hotel are some of the most highly regarded in the world; Signature (contemporary French), Sense (Chinese) and the Tapas Molecular Bar have each been awarded Michelin stars. Other restaurant options include Ventaglio (Italian), Oriental Lounge (continental bakery), Gourmet Shop, K’shiki (breakfast is served here and Japanese and continental food is served throughout the day) and the Mandarin Bar. The excellent spa has four treatment rooms and five private spa suites, and encompasses a 1,500-square-foot fitness center with the latest cardiovascular and weight training equipment.

Mere steps from the Imperial Palace sits Tokyo’s newest luxury hotel, The Peninsula Tokyo. Located in Marunouchi district just a short walk from the shopping paradise of Ginza, the hotel is perfectly located for business or pleasure. With a total of 314 elegantly decorated rooms and 47 suites, the Peninsula Tokyo’s accommodations are among the most spacious in all of Tokyo, and offer plenty of amenities including espresso machines, complimentary Internet access, multifunction fax machines, nail polish drying machines, and shoe shining service. The hotel’s culinary options include Cantonese cuisine at the Hei Fung Terrace, regional Japanese fare at Kyoto Tsuruya, and International food and beverages at Cirque Culinaire and Peter. For relaxation, enjoy the hotel’s state of the art health club with pool complex, undergo a “spa journey” at the Peninsula Spa by ESPA, or try a leisurely jog around the Imperial Palace. Other amenities include a business center and a boutique store that offers food, gifts and souvenir items.

Located in the heart of the Shinjuku district, guests at the Hilton Tokyo are just steps away from most of Tokyo’s most famous sites - and if not a walk, then a ride from the nearby Shinjuku Metro Station. Each of the Hilton’s 821 rooms is decorated in a modern style with inspiration from Japanese architecture and design, and comes with air conditioning, minibar, internet access, flat-screen TV with premium cable channels, and 24-hour housekeeping. Guests can relax by the pool, work out in the fitness center, or play a match on the tennis court. For food and drink options, guests have their pick of four restaurants and two bars. The Hilton Tokyo is 90 minutes by car from Narita International Airport (NRT).

The Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo is a hotel with a sense of place. Housed in the former headquarters of the famous Asahi Shimbun newspaper, its decor draws inspiration from that history and from its prominent location in the middle of the glittering Ginza district. Each of its 164 rooms has a large bathtub, bathroom amenities, Nespresso coffee machine, and flat-screen TV. The hotel’s fitness center is open 24 hours a day, and its Terrace Dining is available from 10:00-22:00. The in-house restaurant NAMIKI667 specializes in slow-cooked, Tokyo-sourced cuisine, and has an attached bar and lounge. The Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo is approximately 2 hours by car from Narita International Airport (NRT).

Pioneering a new direction in luxury hospitality, Aman’s sister brand Janu opened its first hotel in the much anticipated Azabudai Hills development in the heart of Tokyo. This urban oasis offers 122 guest rooms and suites, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of Tokyo Tower or the area’s surrounding greenery. A ‘Modern Urban Village’, Janu Tokyo delivers a vibrant dining scene consisting of 8 distinctive dining venues, including two Japanese outlets, a Chinese restaurant, a patisserie, a grill restaurant and a vibrant Italian food emporium, a bar, and lounge and garden terrace. Facilities include one of Tokyo’s largest wellness facilities (4,000 sqm), which offers group classes such as spinning, boxing, yoga, and Pilates, as well as simulated golf training, circuit training, and a well equipped gym. Additionally, wellness therapies are offered in seven dedicated treatment rooms, and a sprawling hydrotherapy and thermal area, centered around a 25-meter heated swimming pool. Taking cues from traditional Japanese culture, the hotel also has a separate pool lounge as a place for socializing, besides two spa houses. This hotel is a 1-hour drive from the Narita International Airport (NRT).