An Exciting "Urban" Hotel
OMO3 Tokyo Akasaka by Hoshino Resorts (located in Minato-ku, Tokyo), under the OMO brand that offers exciting city tourism hotels, welcomed its grand opening on February 25, 2022. With the concept of "discovering great spots," this hotel aims to provide guests with an enjoyable urban tourism experience by showcasing the historical and cultural charms of Akasaka, a prime location in the heart of Tokyo.
About OMO3 Tokyo Akasaka
Akasaka is home to the State Guest House, Akasaka Palace, and the Imperial Palace. Since the Edo shogunate, it has been known as a center stage for politics and business. Additionally, it is a charming town with a long history of "ryotei" (traditional Japanese restaurants) culture and many long-established stores. The hotel aims to share the hidden charms of Akasaka, a "great neighborhood" in Tokyo, overflowing with history and culture.
Feature 1: Local Guide Activities for a deep dive into Akasaka
・Go-KINJO Map (Local guide map) sharing local Akasaka information
The Go-KINJO Map features recommended shops and spots that OMO staff have personally visited and want guests to experience. It is packed with information that will make exploring Akasaka fun, including long-established stores with passionate owners, hidden gems like restaurants and cafes frequented by gastronomers and industry insiders, and unique shops loved by Tokyo's businesspeople.
・OMO Ranger Tour: "Amazing Akasaka Walk"
Join our OMO Rangers for a surprising walking tour of Akasaka! Discover the unexpected history and charm of this upscale Tokyo neighborhood. We'll start by climbing one of Akasaka's many hills, many of which date back to the Edo period. Next, we'll visit Toyokawa Inari Tokyo Betsuin, a unique temple where you can find all seven gods of fortune on the grounds. Our final stop is a hidden gem: a bar salon owned by a former geisha. During the day, it's a cozy tea salon where you can enjoy a complimentary drink.Even if you thought Akasaka, a prime location in the heart of the city, seemed a bit intimidating, this tour will show you a whole new side of this fascinating city!
Time: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Fee: 1,000 yen per person (tax included)
Reservations: Required by the day before on the official website (https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/omo3tokyoakasaka/)
Eligibility: Hotel guests
Capacity: 6 people (minimum number of participants: 1)
・OMO Ranger Tour: The "Early Bird Catches the Worm" Tour
Akasaka, bustling with businesspeople during the day, is quiet and calm in the morning with few people around. With OMO ranger's guidance, you can see the unique morning scenery of the city, where the morning sun reflects off the buildings and the scenery is reflected in the glass. You can also visit a shrine while it's still quiet and enjoy running on the slopes before traffic gets heavy. At the end of the tour, we'll introduce recommended breakfast spots with special benefits only for our tour participants.
Time: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Fee: Free
Reservations: Required by the day before on the official website (https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/omo3tokyoakasaka/)
Eligibility: Hotel guests
Capacity: 6 people (minimum number of participants: 1)
・"Akasaka Souvenir Navigator" in the hotel
In Akasaka, the political and economic center, where souvenirs are highly valued, there are many famous stores that celebrities frequent. The staff will navigate you through Akasaka's souvenir selection in a chart format, based on questions like who you're buying for, whether they prefer Western or Japanese sweets, and so on.
Location: OMO Base
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fee: Free
Reservations: Not required
Eligibility: Hotel guests
Capacity: No maximum capacity
・"Flower Stay" to experience the essence of flower arrangement
In collaboration with Sogetsu School, one of the three major schools of Japanese flower arrangement, we have prepared dried flowers and vases in the hotel to provide a colorful and enriching stay even in Tokyo, where greenery is scarce. You can rent your favorite combination and play with it in your room.
Time: 24 hours
Fee:
- Rental of dried flowers, single flower vases, vases, and flower scissors: Free
- Purchase of dried flowers: 1,500 yen (tax included)
- Purchase of vases: From 4,000 yen (tax included)
Reservations: Not required
Eligibility: Hotel guests
Capacity: No maximum capacity
Feature 2: Exclusive menu for hotel guests in collaboration with Ueshima Coffee
In the morning, you can enjoy "Akasaka Cube Toast" at the cafe "Ueshima Coffee Akasaka Hitotsugi Dori" on the 1st floor of the hotel. This exclusive menu for hotel guests features colorful vegetables on top and is filled with rich ratatouille and cheese sauce.
Feature 3: Guest rooms to choose from according to your travel purpose
We offer several types of guest rooms that you can choose from depending on your travel purpose and companions. The Double Room with a 160cm wide double bed is ideal for couples, solo travelers, and business trips. The Twin Room, where you can relax and chat on the sofa during your trip, is recommended for trips with friends, such as girls' trips. All rooms have a separate bathroom, toilet, and washbasin for a comfortable stay.
About OMO3 Tokyo Akasaka
Name: OMO3 Tokyo Akasaka by Hoshino Resorts
Location: 4-3-2 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Number of Rooms: 140
Property structure: 1F to 11F, guest rooms, OMO Base (front desk and lounge)
Price: Starting from 6,000 JPY per night per person in a 2 person room (includes tax and service charge)
Direction: 3 minutes by walk from Akasaka-mitsuke Station (Marunouchi Line and Ginza Line) and Akasaka Station (Chiyoda Line)
About OMO Brand
City tourism hotel to discover the wonders of the city
OMO is a city tourism hotel in a convenient city-center location, perfect for exploring the deep, urban culture. We consider the city centered around the hotel to be part of our resort, offering a variety of options to see, eat, and shop. With the cooperation of the local community, city-lovers can get an insight into culture through our original tours and maps; sharing locals’ all-time favorites to hidden gems only with you!
What is an OMO number?
The number after “OMO” in the name of the property represents the breadth of our services to meet a variety of travel needs. With this number, guests can choose an OMO hotel that is best suited for a particular trip. Every trip may differ depending on its purpose and the way time is spent will change accordingly, so find your best OMO, which is your number 1 supporter of city tourism.
About Hoshino Resorts
Hoshino Resorts was first established as a Japanese inn/ryokan in 1914 in Karuizawa in Nagano Prefecture before it began the operation of other resorts in Japan. Today, it has evolved into a highly influential hotel management company and is run by 4th-generation family member Yoshiharu Hoshino. Providing a unique experience focused on the local charms of each destination and a high level of omotenashi, Japanese-style hospitality, the company has expanded rapidly out of Karuizawa since 2001 and now operates more than 60 accommodations both in and outside Japan with one of the following categories: luxury hotel brand “HOSHINOYA,” hot spring ryokan brand “KAI,” countryside resort hotel brand “RISONARE,” city tourism hotel brand “OMO,” free-spirited hotel brand “BEB,” or other unique lodgings.