SITUATED next to Tokyo Station in the Marunouchi neighbourhood lies the luxury behemoth, Shangri-La Tokyo.
In a city famed to be the epicentre of food, arts and culture in Japan, this 200-room hotel offers a slower, more relaxed pace than what’s going on around it. Hopping off one of the mega-watt high-speed Bullet trains and entering into a cascade of sparkling chandeliers and golden hues, the bustle of the capital mutes into the fail-safe tone of what the Shangri-La chain has become synonymous with.

Horizon Club Lounge
The interior blends the 360-degree views of its surroundings with an apt tribute to Japanese artistry. Think rich hues of colour from mahogany wood panelling to the plush plethora of fabrics that cover the sofas, and balancing this with an impressive display of more than 2,000 art pieces that provide a cultural depth to this whopping blend of opulence.

Executive Suite
But don’t be fooled by the decadence, the Shangri-La Tokyo values family guest stays, offering a special staycation package in the Executive Suite called Into the Wild. With a welcome train cake, Shangri-La bear and an enviable amount of rental board games, you can revel in the amenities while keeping your children equally entertained.

Executive Suite – Kids setup

View of Tokyo Station from Shangri-La Tokyo
And with complimentary access to the hotel’s heated indoor swimming pool, they can make a splash while you wind down in a more serene manner, having a traditional Kisetsu body wrap in Chi, The Spa. Though city breaks aren’t always known for their relaxing vibe, a pit-stop at the Shangri-La Tokyo is far from your average stay – it’s a holiday in itself.
by Imogen Clark
Stay package ‘Into the Wild’ starts at USD1,421
For more information, visit shangri-la.com/tokyo/shangrila/
Address: Marunouchi Trust Tower Main, 1-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Japan