Keio Plaza Hotel: Access, Hours & Night View Guide

Keio Plaza Hotel

Night view from Keio Plaza Hotel

Night View from Keio Plaza Hotel (Shinjuku)

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A towering 170m (558 ft) high-rise hotel offering spectacular views of the impressive Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Watch for special illuminations and the world's largest projection mapping display on the building.

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Visit Report: Keio Plaza Hotel

Opening in 1971 as Japan's first 170m (558 ft) high-rise hotel, Keio Plaza Hotel is a venue with deep history where you can enjoy a classic atmosphere.

Guest rooms offer panoramic views of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, which was designed with Paris's Notre-Dame Cathedral as its inspiration.

Since February 25, 2024, the Metropolitan Government Building has been hosting the world's largest projection mapping display, allowing you to watch spectacular nighttime visuals from a prime viewing spot.

With its excellent location and well-appointed hotel restaurants, this is definitely worth considering when staying in the Shinjuku area.

Keio Plaza Hotel - Time-lapse Video

Keio Plaza Hotel — Information

Features

Keio Plaza Hotel — Information
Address2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, JapanShinjuku Night View Spots
Links
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Illumination Updates
Hotel Information
Check-in / Check-out15:00 / 11:00

Keio Plaza Hotel - Access & Parking

Access Information
Train / Nearest Station
  • 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit (JR, private railways, subway)
  • Directly connected to Tochomae Station (Toei Oedo Line) Exit B1
Parking
Operating Hours
24 hours
General Vehicles
¥400 (approx. $2.70) for first 30 minutes, then ¥400 (approx. $2.70) per 30 minutes; ¥2,000 (approx. $13.50) for over 2 hours (24-hour maximum: ¥2,000 (approx. $13.50))
Motorcycles
¥200 (approx. $1.35) for first 30 minutes, then ¥200 (approx. $1.35) per 30 minutes; ¥2,000 (approx. $13.50) for over 2 hours (24-hour maximum: ¥2,000 (approx. $13.50))

Best Time to See the Night View at Keio Plaza Hotel

Best Time for Night Photography Today (4/30)

The 'magic hour' when the blue sky meets city lights.
Today's sunset is at 18:27.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What kind of night views can you enjoy?
You can admire the majestic Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and the Shinjuku cityscape.
Is there a way to check the Metropolitan Government Building's illumination colors in advance?
You can check the schedule of illumination events posted on the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's official website.
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