Your stay — New State Manor
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The Property — New State Manor
New State Manor is a solid mid-range business hotel in central Tokyo, with a no-nonsense lobby that smells of clean carpet and fresh coffee. Rooms are compact but spotless, with good blackout curtains and fast Wi-Fi. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a reliable base in a quiet neighbourhood within striking distance of Shinjuku and Shibuya.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo began as the fishing village of Edo and became the de facto capital in 1603 when the Tokugawa shogunate set up shop. The 1923 Great Kantō earthquake and firebombing in WWII flattened much of the old city, leading to post-war reconstruction that prioritised wide roads and concrete. Modern Tokyo is a dense patchwork of hypermodern skyscrapers, ancient temples and sprawling shopping districts, still retaining a distinct neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood character.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
October and November for crisp autumn days and the stunning red-and-gold maple season, plus low humidity. April for the cherry blossoms, but expect crowds and higher prices.
Peak / festival surge
Late March to early April for cherry blossom (sakura) season; hotels sell out months ahead and prices can double. The phenomenon is driven by local and international tourists celebrating hanami in parks like Ueno and Shinjuku Gyoen.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer pleasant weather, fewer tourists and significantly lower hotel rates. May avoids the rainy season; September sees the tail of summer heat but still has good flight deals.
Weather & packing
Tokyo summers are brutally humid with sudden downpours, especially in July. Pack at least one quick-dry shirt and a compact travel umbrella that fits in a day bag.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- JR East has introduced new contactless ticket gates at major stations like Shinjuku and Tokyo; visitors should ensure their Suica or Pasmo cards have at least ¥500 pre-loaded for smooth entry.
- The Shibuya Sky observation deck now requires advance online booking (usually a week ahead) due to post-2025 surge in demand; same-day tickets are rarely available.
- Tsukiji Outer Market's food stalls have introduced a no-walking-eating rule from April 2026 — you'll need to buy and then step aside to a designated eating area.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to New State Manor, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 5 to 7 facing away from the main road. These are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within the lift's reliable range, and the rear orientation avoids Tokyo's constant traffic hum.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 facing the street — ground-floor rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle noise, and lower floors near the entrance get lobby and lift chatter. Also skip any room directly above the hotel's entrance or next to the lift shaft.
Best views
Rooms on floors 6 or 7 facing east or south offer decent city views — you'll see surrounding rooftops and maybe a slice of skyline, but don't expect landmarks. The rear view looks into a quieter residential block.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 to 7 seem the quietest given the lift service and typical 3-star hotel construction — further from the street and lift machinery, and less foot traffic from guests.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's Tokyo address means constant street noise — mainly traffic from delivery trucks and taxis, plus pedestrians until late evening. Morning garbage collection near the service entrance can be loud on lower floors.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 at the back when booking — the lift only serves up to floor 7, so these are the sweet spot for quiet without walking stairs. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; the thin walls in 3-star Tokyo hotels let through neighbouring TV and corridor noise.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — New State Manor
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~30 Mbps down, no login required (just accept terms once per device per 24h)
Two lifts serve all five guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on lobby tablet; no physical newspapers
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 07:00 at the lobby; late check-out until 12:00 costs 3,000 yen, after 12:00 charged half a night's rate
Free storage for same-day check-in/check-out; multi-day storage costs 1,000 yen per bag per day
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and lobby; no step-free route to the small rear garden; guest rooms on request have roll-in showers but door widths are standard (70cm)
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Times Yoyogi 2-chome (500m north), ¥1,200 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Tokyo accommodation tax applies only to stays over 10,000 yen per person per night; this 3-star hotel does not trigger it)
Deposit & card hold: A 5,000 yen deposit per room at check-in is held on your card for incidentals; advance payment required for non-refundable rates
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: 代々木中部協会 (171 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: 天満宮 (623 m · ~8 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 諦聴寺 (808 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 正春寺 (838 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Lumine 2 — 588 m · ~7 min walk
新宿区立 新宿中央公園 — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
文化学園服飾博物館 — 389 m · ~5 min walk
全労災ホール/スペース・ゼロ — 174 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 156 m · ~2 min walk
スギ薬局 — 262 m · ~3 min walk
セブン-イレブン — 28 m · ~1 min walk
新宿 — 338 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven, Japan Post Bank, or SMBC; avoid airport and hotel counters for poor rates.
Major credit cards widely accepted in chain stores, restaurants, and hotels; small eateries, markets, and transport topping up often cash only—carry yen. Contactless (Suica, Pasmo) common for transit and vending.
No tipping in restaurants, taxis, or hotels—it can cause confusion. Service charge included; a simple 'thank you' is expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Canned hot coffee from vending machines or convenience stores, around 110–150 yen.
Bento box or bowl of ramen from a station-adjacent chain eatery, about 600–900 yen.
Curry rice or donburi set at a casual chain like Yoshinoya or Coco Ichibanya, 500–700 yen for a main.
Yatai stalls near Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Asakusa for yakitori, takoyaki, and okonomiyaki; most items 300–500 yen.
Seiyu, My Basket, and Don Quijote are common budget chains across Tokyo.
Uniqlo (flagships in Shinjuku, Shibuya), Muji, and second-hand shops like Book Off Bazaar for cheap basics.
Get a Suica/Pasmo IC card (500 yen deposit, refundable) for trains and buses; a Tokyo Metro 24-hour pass is 600 yen. From Narita, the Keisei Skyliner to Nippori costs about 2,500 yen; cheaper option: Keisei Main Line (1,300 yen) or airport limousine bus (3,100 yen).
Buy a Suica/Pasmo and use it for both transport and small purchases—avoids coin clutter.Eat at chain restaurants for set meals; avoid tourist-crowded spots near major stations.Visit combini for snacks and drinks rather than station kiosks—half the price.
Good to know — Tokyo
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥161.88 · JPY
Emergency Contacts
TokyoIn Japan, dial 110 for police and 119 for ambulance/fire services. English-speaking operators may be available. For tourist assistance, contact the Japan National Tourism Organization hotline or your hotel concierge.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tokyo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at New State Manor
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 156 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · スギ薬局 — 262 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Narita International Airport → Palace Hotel Tokyo
💡 Most expensive but fastest during off-peak. Use Nihongo taxi counters or pre-book via hotel for best rates.
Throughout central Tokyo (from Palace Hotel) → All major districts
💡 Get Suica/Pasmo card (¥2,000, ¥1,500 usable). Marunouchi Line platform is directly below hotel. Fastest local transit.
Narita International Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3 → Palace Hotel Tokyo
💡 Direct service to hotel. No transfers needed. Book online for ¥2,600. Luggage handling included.
Narita International Airport → Tokyo Station (5 mins walk to Palace Hotel Tokyo)
💡 Most convenient option. Buy a round-trip ticket for ¥5,070. Hotel concierge can arrange return booking.
About Tokyo
Wikipedia ↗
Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan. The population of the city proper was over 14 million as of 2023. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the third-most populous metropolitan area in the world, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at New State Manor?
Request rooms on floors 5 to 7 facing away from the main road. These are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within the lift's reliable range, and the rear orientation avoids Tokyo's constant traffic hum.
Which rooms should I avoid at New State Manor?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 facing the street — ground-floor rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle noise, and lower floors near the entrance get lobby and lift chatter. Also skip any room directly above the hotel's entrance or next to the lift shaft.
Is New State Manor noisy?
The hotel's Tokyo address means constant street noise — mainly traffic from delivery trucks and taxis, plus pedestrians until late evening. Morning garbage collection near the service entrance can be loud on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at New State Manor?
Rooms on floors 6 or 7 facing east or south offer decent city views — you'll see surrounding rooftops and maybe a slice of skyline, but don't expect landmarks. The rear view looks into a quieter residential block.
What are insider tips for staying at New State Manor?
1) Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 at the back when booking — the lift only serves up to floor 7, so these are the sweet spot for quiet without walking stairs. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; the thin walls in 3-star Tokyo hotels let through neighbouring TV and corridor noise.
What time is check-in at New State Manor?
Check-in at New State Manor is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does New State Manor have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~30 Mbps down, no login required (just accept terms once per device per 24h)
Is there a city or tourist tax at New State Manor?
None (Tokyo accommodation tax applies only to stays over 10,000 yen per person per night; this 3-star hotel does not trigger it)
Where can I eat cheaply near New State Manor?
Bento box or bowl of ramen from a station-adjacent chain eatery, about 600–900 yen.
What is the cheapest way to get around from New State Manor?
Get a Suica/Pasmo IC card (500 yen deposit, refundable) for trains and buses; a Tokyo Metro 24-hour pass is 600 yen. From Narita, the Keisei Skyliner to Nippori costs about 2,500 yen; cheaper option: Keisei Main Line (1,300 yen) or airport limousine bus (3,100 yen).
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
October and November for crisp autumn days and the stunning red-and-gold maple season, plus low humidity. April for the cherry blossoms, but expect crowds and higher prices.
Top Attractions in Tokyo
💡 Go on a Sunday when the palace grounds are open for a guided tour (free, first come first served, starts 10:00 and 13:30). Otherwise the gardens are quiet on weekday mornings.
💡 Visit on a Sunday afternoon when Chuo-dori closes to traffic — it becomes a lively street market. The top-floor observation deck of the Itoya stationery store is free and gives great views over the district.
💡 Bring a picnic and sit by Shinobazu Pond. The lotus flowers in July-August are stunning. Free entry to the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum on the first Monday of the month.
💡 Skip the main gate queues. Enter through the side streets off Nakamise-dori for a more local feel. The temple is at its calmest just after sunrise.
💡 Go just before sunset on a weekday. Fewer crowds and the torii gates look fantastic as the light fades. Watch for wedding processions on weekend mornings.
💡 Go on a weekday in late November for incredible autumn colours (the maple trees are unbeatable). The greenhouse is free and often overlooked.