Shinagawa Prince Hotel: "Prince Hotels" Tokyo-to Hotel Tip by Sharrie

My usual preference is Ginza Tobu in Ginza area (Marriott chain) or Metropolitan Crowne Plaza in Ikebukuro. But as I made a last-minute change to my schedule I found many hotels fully booked for the Good Friday weekend!

So, had no choice but to find alternatives.
Shinagawa Prince has more than 3000 rooms in total. Hence, I was lucky to find a room here.

There are 2 towers, main & new. The new one is much better but more expensive by at least 30%. I didn't bother since I know I wouldn't get much sleep. So, was allocated a room in the main tower.

Still, accommodation in Japan is not cheap.
A single room here cost 11500 yen per night (inclusive of the 15% tax). That's the cheapest around here. The room is very small though!
I made my reservation via Hotelbook.com which gives me the option of canceling without charge by 6 pm local time on day of arrival. This is how I prefer although reserving through an agent may give you a cheaper alternative. So, do your own checks.

Shinagawa is south of the city center but the hotel is very conveniently located across the main JR station Shinagawa.

Also, I realised that the limousine bus route to the airport from here is much more smoother & faster than both Ginza Tobu & Metropolitan. Estimated time taken was 75 mins.

Unique Qualities: It is a self-contained complex with many shops, restaurants & even a bowling alley!

Tokyo station is about 5 km away while Ginza is 6 km away.

Address: 4-10-30 Takanawa Minatoku
Comparison: about average
Directions: Across the street from Shinagawa JR Station.
Phone: (81 3) 34401111
Price: US$80-120
Theme: Hotel
Website: http://www.princehotels.co.jp/shinagawa