Tokyo
East Asia · Japan
Best Months
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Rec. Nights
6 nights
Airports
NRT (Narita), HND (Haneda)
Avg. Cash
$77 - $3,743.71/night
Best Value
Overview
Tokyo is one of the world's most dynamic cities -- a place where ancient temples stand in the shadow of neon-lit skyscrapers, Michelin-starred restaurants sit alongside street food stalls, and cutting-edge technology meets centuries-old tradition. Japan's capital is a sensory overload in the best possible way.
For points travelers, Tokyo offers outstanding value through Hyatt's premium brands. The Park Hyatt Tokyo (of Lost in Translation fame) and Andaz Tokyo are two of the most sought-after luxury hotel redemptions in Asia, offering 5-star experiences at remarkably reasonable points costs.
From the bustling streets of Shibuya and Shinjuku to the serene gardens of the Imperial Palace and the traditional charm of Asakusa, Tokyo rewards exploration. The city's world-class public transit makes it easy to experience everything from sumo wrestling to robot restaurants.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Tokyo range from $77 to $3743.71 per night. Points redemptions offer 9.57+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
8 properties in Tokyo bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hotel Toranomon Hills | Hyatt | 30,000 | $2,872 | 9.6¢ | ||
Park Hyatt Tokyo | Hyatt | 40,000 | $3,744 | 9.4¢ | ||
The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo | Marriott | 154,000 | $1,896 | 1.2¢ | ||
The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho, a Luxury Collection Hotel | Marriott | 95,500 | $1,144 | 1.2¢ | ||
ANA InterContinental Tokyo | IHG | 113,000 | $1,120 | 1.0¢ | ||
DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake | Hilton | 45,000 | $412 | 0.9¢ | ||
Hilton Tokyo | Hilton | 85,000 | $733 | 0.9¢ | ||
InterContinental The Strings Tokyo | IHG | 119,000 | $795 | 0.7¢ |
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Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
If you have Points:
Hotel Toranomon Hills
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
ANA InterContinental Tokyo
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake
How to Earn Points for This Trip
The best hotels in Tokyo use World of Hyatt, Marriott Bonvoy, IHG One Rewards, and Hilton Honors points. Here’s how to earn them:
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
IHG
$99
Annual Fee
140,000 IHG One Rewards points — transfers earns IHG One Rewards points directly
- 140K bonus points — enough for 3-5 free nights at many IHG properties
- Earn 26x total at IHG properties and 5x on travel, dining, and gas
- 4th night free on IHG award stays (saves 25% on 4-night bookings)
Bilt Mastercard®
Bilt
$0
Annual Fee
earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly — only card that earns points on rent — transfers 1:1 to all major hotels
- Earn 1x points on rent with no transaction fees (up to 100,000 pts/yr)
- Earn 3x on dining and 2x on travel
- Transfer 1:1 to Hyatt, Marriott, IHG, and Hilton
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card
Hilton
$150
Annual Fee
130,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Gold status
- Earn 12x at Hilton properties, 6x at restaurants and supermarkets
- Free weekend night reward after $15K in calendar year spending
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Hilton
$550
Annual Fee
175,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Diamond status (top tier)
- Earn 14x at Hilton properties, 7x on travel and dining
- Free weekend night reward annually + one after $60K spend
Chase Sapphire Preferred®
Chase UR
$95
Annual Fee
75,000 Ultimate Rewards points — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly
- Earn 5x on travel through Chase Travel℠
- Earn 3x on dining, select streaming, and online groceries
- 1:1 transfer to Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG
World of Hyatt Credit Card
Hyatt
$95
Annual Fee
60,000 Hyatt points + free night (Cat 1-4) — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly
- Earn 4x at Hyatt hotels and 2x on dining, travel, and gym memberships
- Free night certificate annually (Cat 1-4) worth up to $300+
- Automatic Discoverist elite status
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Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Getting There
NRT (Narita), HND (Haneda)
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $77/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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