I arrived into Shinjuku via airport bus and hopped straight into a cab and it took him only a few minutes to find the hotel. Once settled in I worked out it was only a brief walk from the station but to find it initially would have been hard on foot. When I left I walked to the station with... more

The hotel chain Villa Fontaine focus on getting the basic things right in a hotel - the rooms are modern, super clean, small but well organised and the price is right. We paid 18.000 yen per night for our stay here. This price included a light breakfast (sandwiches + drinks from the reception to be eaten in your room). Location... more

Having seen the Villa Fontaine website we had high hopes for this hotel. Alas we were very disappointed from the minute we walked through the door. We appreciate that hotels have a check-in time however through-out our trip to Japan most hotels tried to accomodate us if we arrived a couple of hours early. The Villa Fontaine said that we... more

The Hotel Villa Fontaine chain's latest addition is the stylish Shinjuku hotel. Located right in the middle of Kabuki-cho, Japan's entertainment capital, it may not suit those looking for a traditional Japan experience. However if you want to be located close to some great bars and restaurants than look no further. The hotel opened in June 2008, and the rooms,... more