HOTEL THE CELESTINE TOKYO SHIBA
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Shibakoen Station · 1 min walk (Toei Mita Line)
- Hours
- Check-in 15:00, check-out 12:00
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
Tucked away in a quiet, historic neighborhood near Tokyo Tower, this upscale hotel offers a serene escape from Tokyo's frantic pace. It stands out for its beautiful 14th-floor guest lounge and outdoor garden terrace, where guests can enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks in a peaceful setting. Expect sleek, modern rooms with thoughtful amenities, exceptional service, and a refined, relaxing atmosphere that honors its heritage as a former samurai estate.
What Japanese guides note
The property occupies the historical grounds of the Satsuma Domain's upper Edo residence and sits within walking distance of Zōjō-ji temple and Shiba Park. Although Shibakoen Station is the closest transit point at one minute away on foot, visitors arriving with wheeled luggage are advised to use Mita Station Exit A8 to avoid the stairs at Shibakoen Exit A2. The 14th-floor lounge and open-air patio operate 24 hours a day exclusively for registered guests.
Details from local sources
- The hotel occupies the former site of the Satsuma Domain's Edo upper residence, where Princess Atsu lived before her marriage to Shogun Tokugawa Iesada. [source]
- The public lobby contains the Kiriko Wall, an art installation modeled after Satsuma Kiriko cut glass that incorporates black Satsuma pottery and Gamo handmade paper. [source]
- Interior partition screens known as Kommon Screens embed the Shimazu clan's circular cross crest into a traditional tortoise-shell hexagonal lattice. [source]
- The property features a single specialty room named Tsumugi decorated with authentic Kagoshima Oshima Tsumugi silk supervised by textile artist Teruya Ose. [source]
- Shibakoen Station Exit A2 has stairs only, prompting the hotel to advise guests carrying heavy suitcases to use elevator-equipped Exit A8 at Mita Station instead. [source]
- The 14th-floor guest lounge and connecting open-air patio remain accessible 24 hours a day with complimentary drinks for staying guests. [source]
- On-site basement parking accommodates 30 vehicles on a first-come, first-served basis for ¥1,500 per night without advance reservations. [source]
Insider Tip
Book a room with lounge access to enjoy the complimentary evening wine and beer service on the beautiful open-air terrace.
Frequently asked
Which subway station and exit should I use if I have heavy luggage?
While Shibakoen Station Exit A2 is the closest at a one-minute walk, it has stairs only. The hotel officially recommends travelers with heavy luggage use Exit A8 of Mita Station on the Mita and Asakusa subway lines, which provides elevator access to street level and is a three-minute walk away.
Is parking available on-site, and can it be reserved?
The hotel has an indoor basement parking facility with 30 vehicle spaces costing ¥1,500 per night for overnight guests. Spaces operate strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, and advance reservations are not accepted. If the lot is full, guests must use coin parking elsewhere in the neighborhood.
What historical connection does the hotel have to the Satsuma Domain?
The hotel stands on the Edo upper residence site of the Satsuma clan, where Princess Atsu stayed before marrying Tokugawa Iesada. Interior decor reflects this lineage, featuring decorative screens incorporating the Shimazu family crest, Kiriko cut-glass wall reliefs, and a signature room furnished with Oshima Tsumugi silk textiles.
What are the operating hours of the 14th-floor guest lounge?
The 14th-floor guest lounge and adjoining outdoor garden patio are accessible 24 hours a day exclusively for registered hotel guests using room keycards. Guests can access seating areas, browse reading materials about regional history, and enjoy complimentary self-service coffee, tea, and soft drinks throughout their stay.
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