Review: Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda – A Designer Hotel Full of Osaka Character, Newly Opened in Umekita

Review: Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda – A Designer Hotel Full of Osaka Character, Newly Opened in Umekita

I visited Osaka during the Expo period, and every time I come, the area around Osaka Station seems to be transforming. This hotel stands right in the heart of that ever-changing district. Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda, a new brand in the Hilton family, is a designer hotel that combines an unbeatable location—just a few minutes’ walk from Osaka Station—with the lush greenery of a nearby park. As a Diamond member, I stayed for two nights, enjoying not only an upgraded room and breakfast but also dinner at the hotel restaurant. In this post, I’ll share my experience, from how to get there to the overall atmosphere, with plenty of…

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake – Near Tokyo Big Sight and Odaiba

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake – Near Tokyo Big Sight and Odaiba

A trip back to Japan is also the perfect opportunity to collect more Hilton points. During this stay, I first checked into Hilton Tokyo Odaiba, and from there, took the Yurikamome line to the DoubleTree in Ariake. The next day, there seemed to be an event at Tokyo Big Sight, and many people were staying overnight beforehand. The hotel is also popular with international tourists. In this article, I’ll introduce DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake, the newest Hilton property in Tokyo. I’ll cover how to get there, the guest rooms, breakfast, dinner at the hotel restaurant, Diamond member benefits, and more.If you’re looking for a reasonably priced Hilton stay in Tokyo,…

Review: Hilton Kyoto (Opened 2024) – Executive Room Upgrade, Lounge, Breakfast & Rooftop Bar

Review: Hilton Kyoto (Opened 2024) – Executive Room Upgrade, Lounge, Breakfast & Rooftop Bar

When I decided to visit Kyoto during this trip back to Japan, the first place that came to mind was the newly opened Hilton Kyoto, which welcomed its first guests in September 2024. After checking out of the DoubleTree Kyoto Higashiyama (full hotel review here), I headed straight to the Hilton Kyoto. The main purpose of my stay in Kyoto was to visit people I regularly work with, but since it’s Kyoto, I made sure to set aside some time for sightseeing as well. I was able to visit Rurikō-in, Mt. Hiei, and even cross over to the Shiga side to explore the Sakamoto area. Hilton Kyoto is conveniently located…

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama – Rooms, Location & Diamond Member Benefits

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama – Rooms, Location & Diamond Member Benefits

This year, I was able to visit Kyoto during my visit to Japan. Kyoto is always crowded in November, but this year, even in early November, the temperature hadn’t dropped much, and the autumn leaves were a little late, so it didn’t seem as crowded as I had expected. Before going to Kyoto, I stopped off at Expo Commemoration Park. I was able to fulfill my wish to see inside the Tower of the Sun, which has been open to the public since 2018. From Expo Commemoration Park, I took the monorail and then the Hankyu line to Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, where I could easily get to my accommodation: the…

Review: Hilton Tokyo – Diamond Upgrade, Executive Lounge & Suite Stay Experience

Review: Hilton Tokyo – Diamond Upgrade, Executive Lounge & Suite Stay Experience

Hilton Tokyo is an excellent choice for Hilton Honors members—especially Diamonds—thanks to its reliable suite upgrades, a strong Executive Lounge, and a convenient location in the heart of Nishi-Shinjuku. Whether you’re visiting for sightseeing or returning home for a short trip, the hotel offers comfort, convenience, and a touch of Japanese hospitality. When summer time switches to winter time at the end of October, the sun begins to set earlier in London and some days already require heating, making you feel the beginning of winter. Meanwhile, autumn is in full swing in Japan in November, which makes it the perfect season to return for a short visit. You may also…

Review: Conrad Tokyo (2023)

Review: Conrad Tokyo (2023)

Towards the end of our trip, we moved from Yokohama to Tokyo and came to Conrad Tokyo to spend our last few days there. We boarded the Tokaido Line at Yokohama Station and arrived at Shinbashi Station in no time. Since I stayed there last year (2022), I was looking forward to staying there again this year. As a Diamond member, I was able to enter the lounge for the first time. It was around noon, and I hadn’t checked in yet, but I was able to see a clear view of Tokyo Bay from my seaside seat. During cocktail hour, this view becomes a beautiful night scene that spreads…