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Bellustar Tokyo

Bellustar Tokyo, A Pan Pacific Hotel

A high-rise in Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, with bed types, the 46th-floor Lounge and breakfast options sorted out; the window views are captivating, but benefits, sound and check dates need a close look.

Bellustar Tokyo High-rise room with a full city window view
High-rise room with a full city window view。Shown from the hotel gallery; layout and views vary by room type and area used.
Photo source:Trip.com Hotel Gallery

Planning a Full Night Around Rooms, Views and Breakfast

  • Standard rooms on floors 39–44, from 41 sqm; a third bed is only available in some room types.
  • The 46th-floor guest Lounge and the 45th-floor paid bar are different; contents follow the current offering.
  • Breakfast can be the restaurant American breakfast or in-room Japanese/Western style; confirm by plan and number of guests.

Bellustar makes me want to come back to the hotel early: sitting by the window as daytime turns into night views, making the stay itself part of the itinerary.

It has a different positioning from GROOVE in the same tower. Choose the bed type, dining and the services you will actually use, then leave time — only then is the night complete.

Two Hotels in One Tower — Find the Bellustar Reception First

BELLUSTAR TOKYO is at Kabukicho 1-29-1, on the high floors of Tokyu Kabukicho Tower. The tower also houses HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, and the two hotels differ in rooms, dining and facility benefits. After arriving on the first floor, I would tell the staff I am staying at Bellustar and follow the official guidance to check in, rather than simply following any hotel sign inside the tower.

Officially, it is a 1-minute walk from Seibu-Shinjuku Station, 6 minutes from Shinjuku-Nishiguchi Station, 7 minutes from JR and other Shinjuku stations, and 8 minutes from Shinjuku-sanchome Station. For step-free access, the official accessible routes list Shinjuku-Nishiguchi D2 at about 7 minutes, the LUMINE EST Shinjuku East ticket-gate elevator at about 9 minutes, and Shinjuku-sanchome B6 at about 10 minutes; elevator operation at each station and inside the building still needs to be confirmed against the day’s notices. These routes are slightly longer than ordinary exits, so I would choose based on actual luggage and needs.

From 41 sqm: Choose Bed Type and Living Space Before Talking Night Views

Bellustar’s standard high-floor rooms are on floors 39–44, and their appeal is the large windows, sofas and space to genuinely sit down and rest. Studio King is about 41–48 sqm with one bed about 200 cm wide; Studio Premier Twin is about 54 sqm with two beds about 120 cm wide. For two travellers, I would first decide between one large bed and two separate beds, then compare the sofa, desk and window positions.

Room TypeArea per Official InformationKey Points
Studio King41–48 sqmOne 200 cm-wide bed; the basic starting point for two
Studio Deluxe Twin56 sqmTwin beds; confirm in advance if a third bed is needed
Studio Premier King/Twin51–55 sqm / 54 sqmOne large bed or twin beds; choose by how you use the room
Junior Corner Suite King/Twin59 sqm / 53 sqmCorner layout, with different bed types
Deluxe Suite76 sqmFor a larger living space; confirm optional extra bed
Two Bedrooms Deluxe Suite82 sqmTwo bedrooms, for guests who need to rest separately

An extra bed is only available in some room types, costs extra and depends on supply — for three guests, do not treat the sofa as an included third bed. The top-floor Penthouse is another level of stay altogether, and the large dining table or special layout in photos does not equal the standard Studio layout. If you want a particular direction, sunset or landmark, ask before booking; weather and orientation will affect the actual view.

Inside the room you can see details such as the coffee machine, drinks drawer, desk and washbasin, but which minibar items are free and which are charged depends on the in-room information. The bathroom and living space are the parts I would willingly spend more time using; if you only return after midnight every day, the value of a spacious room and window views is harder to use fully.

The 46th-Floor Guest Lounge and the 45th-Floor Bar Are Two Different Services

The official listing currently describes the 46th-floor Lounge as exclusive to Bellustar guests, open 08:00–20:00, serving coffee, tea and non-alcoholic drinks. Several recent guest reviews mention alcoholic drinks and snacks, but I would not treat every item in reviews as a fixed, unlimited benefit; at check-in, confirm the current hours, contents and arrangements for children.

The 45th-floor Bar Bellustar is a separate dining venue, with ordering and billing under restaurant rules. If you want to sit and look at the night view, I would first decide between the guest Lounge and the paid bar, and not mix the two. Glasses and plates in the gallery convey the atmosphere of that visit; they do not mean everything is included in the room rate.

The 18th-floor gym is officially listed as open 24 hours for guests, while SPA sunya treatments require separate booking and fee confirmation; the current facility information does not make a swimming pool a reason to book. If you want a massage or a meal, I would plan before departure and not assume a slot will definitely be available on site. The hotel’s art, elevator lobby and public spaces are also worth a slow walk around.

An official power-inspection notice lists 9 November 2026, 23:00 to 05:00 the next day, affecting the smoking area, restrooms and gym on the 18th-floor reception level; on the night of 18 January 2027 there are also shortened bar hours and in-room dining changes. If you stay around these dates, I would confirm the current arrangements with the hotel first, rather than assuming late-night gym use or room service will definitely be available.

Restaurant American Breakfast, or Japanese OKAMOCHI in Your Room

Under official breakfast-inclusive plans, breakfast can be taken at Restaurant Bellustar on the 45th floor or enjoyed as in-room dining. The restaurant serves an American breakfast, while in-room dining offers a Japanese “OKAMOCHI” or Western breakfast. This is where I would decide by the day’s itinerary: go downstairs for the tall restaurant space, or stay in the room with the view and ask about delivery times first.

Official in-room breakfast hours are listed as 07:00–11:00, and restaurant and delivery cut-off times may differ, so confirm again at check-in. The hotel policy page lists breakfast at 5,500 yen per person plus tax and service charge — do not treat the pre-fee price as the final bill; children’s breakfast may also be charged separately. Breakfast-inclusive and room-only plans both exist, so I would check the booking’s guest count and child conditions before arranging.

Guest meal photos can only show that particular meal; the actual dishes depend on the plan and the day’s supply. Other refined plates and night-view dining in the gallery are not proof of breakfast, so they stay here in the dining introduction and are not mixed into buffet breakfast content. If you are used to heading out very early, ask the hotel about arrangements before 07:00 or find another breakfast, rather than squeezing travel time for a meal.

High Floors Open Up the View, but City Sounds Can Still Come In

Ten original 2026 reviews repeatedly praise the spacious rooms, window views, service and careful cleaning, and often mention the guest rest area. That makes me feel Bellustar suits staying at least one afternoon or morning at the hotel, rather than packing every hour with sightseeing. Check-in at 15:00 and check-out at 12:00 also let the next day run at a slower pace.

But a high floor does not mean no city sounds at all. Some guests found it quiet, while others heard trains, police or ambulance sirens; if you are sensitive to sound, I would make a request before booking and ask about sleep aids. Another guest noted that the white-dot design by the window can appear in photos, so anyone who likes photographing the view outside should accept the effects of glass, reflections and indoor lighting.

On service, reviews mention Chinese-language assistance, but language staff depend on shifts and should not be treated as guaranteed at all times. One review also mentioned a bar bill that was brought to the wrong table but resolved smoothly; I would check the table number, contents and amount before signing, a very practical habit in a dimly lit high-floor dining setting.

If travelling with children, hotel policy allows some existing-bed sharing arrangements, with conditions on age, guest count and breakfast; do not read a large room as permission to add unlimited guests. For longer stays, also ask in advance about laundry service, cleaning arrangements and fees — the point here is hotel service, not a self-service laundry apartment.

Busy Below, Breathing Room Up High: How I Would Plan a Day

I would spend the morning on Shinjuku shopping or other Tokyo plans, return to the room in the afternoon to rest, watch the city change colour from the window in the evening, and choose one day to dine on the 45th floor. Restaurant Bellustar is a modern French restaurant, alongside a teppanyaki counter, a sushi counter and a bar; these are dining options that require booking, payment and dress code under restaurant rules, not free extensions of the guest Lounge.

The tower has entertainment and dining, and the surrounding Kabukicho area is lively too; if your evening activities are nearby, returning to the hotel is convenient. For Shinjuku Gyoen or other districts, still build walking time and opening hours into the itinerary. Airport transport can be checked via the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower airport bus, but schedules and fares change, so confirm for your departure date, and do not treat a guest-service limousine arrangement as a free scheduled shuttle.

Pros and Trade-offs: The High-Rise Experience Is Worth Taking Time to Enjoy

AspectProsTrade-offs to Accept
RoomsFrom 41 sqm, with a full living area and large windowsBed type, extra bed and orientation still need checking
LocationAbout 1 minute from Seibu-Shinjuku; plenty to do in the towerJR Shinjuku still requires a walk; identify Bellustar in the shared tower with GROOVE
Lounge46th floor, guests only, a place to rest in the daytimeDrinks and snacks follow the current offering; not the same as the 45th-floor bar
BreakfastAmerican restaurant breakfast or in-room Japanese/Western optionsBreakfast-inclusive plan, guest count and extra charges need confirmation
FacilitiesGym and bookable spa; distinctive public artSpa charged separately; specific inspection dates cause disruption
ViewsDaytime, sunset and night views each changeWeather, the white dots on the glass and city sounds remain trade-offs

To Put the Tokyo Skyline into Your Stay, Choose the Room First, Then Leave Room to Breathe

Bellustar suits people who value window views, indoor space and hotel service while keeping Shinjuku mobility. I would keep a one- or two-night itinerary loose, choose the right bed type and living layout first, then confirm breakfast and Lounge contents. Only when both the bustle below and the restful time up high are experienced does it come close to this hotel’s value.

Fact-check date: 2026-10-25