HOTEL MINATO Azabu-Juban

The front desk staff was a foreigner but spoke Japanese well and provided polite service. The bedroom wasn't very spacious, but the rooftop terrace and open-air bath were absolutely amazing. Even in January, it wasn’t too cold, and I enjoyed a blissful time soaking while gazing at the night sky! Although I didn’t use it because I’m not a fan of saunas, there was also a sauna available. What surprised me was that all the drinks in the fridge—beer, cola, water, Pocari Sweat—were free! There were two fridges with about 20 bottles in total (of course, we didn’t drink them all). Plus, there was Nespresso coffee as well as tea bags, face masks, bath salts—so many amenities! The Room even had a microwave oven; perfect for a staycation! Breakfast was plentiful and delicious (though my daughter and I couldn’t finish it since we’re light eaters—sorry about that). The only downsides were no place to hang towels to dry; no chairs so we used the bed as one while eating; and no designated space for luggage. Thank you very much!

About a 5-6 minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station Exit 6, approximately four blocks away. There is an escalator at the exit, so even with a suitcase, it's no problem. A convenience store is nearby, and taxis are easily accessible on the main road. Both Azabudai Hills and Tokyo Tower are within walking distance (though the slopes can be steep). The building is small enough that it doesn't look like a Hotel but has been recently renovated and is very clean.The Room was exceptional in terms of layout, usability, and cleanliness! Especially loved being able to listen to YouTube via Bluetooth even while in the sauna. The hallway and room are separated by a door, so outside noise was not an issue. What stood out were the amenities and food offerings. Skincare products, hairdryers, hair irons, aroma oils for sauna use, sauna hats... too many to list—you can truly come empty-handed! The fridge's free drinks and ice box were incredibly well-stocked—such a delight! Sauna enthusiasts will absolutely love this place.The food was also excellent; their hot pot dish (motsunabe) was delicious—far beyond typical Hotel room service quality—and felt like such great value (it seemed like it was crafted with special care by staff). Breakfast was also very tasty—it raised my expectations for other dishes!The sauna gets properly hot with cold water taps available for creating your own cold bath experience—you can repeat as many sets as you want; it's heaven! The staff were kind and helpful; most orders could be made via tablet for convenience (*however note that everything here uses modern technology—those who aren't tech-savvy might find it challenging). This feels more like a luxurious hybrid between private saunas and Hotels rather than just a standard Hotel stay. Note that there’s no view to speak of from here.For someone like me who loves saunas and quiet retreats—it’s an ideal environment for refreshing oneself! If they offered affordable single-person rates or memberships—I’d definitely visit monthly without fail... I’ll surely return next time to spend more leisurely hours until noon. Thank you so much!