Trunk Yoyogi Park

Perfect location to explore Tokyo — close to public transport and within walking distance of vibrant neighborhoods. The food was outstanding, both breakfast and dinner. Loved the outdoor pool and jacuzzi — a rare find in Tokyo and perfect to unwind after a busy day. Rooms aren’t huge but very comfortable and well-designed. Highly recommended!

If I could give 8 stars, I would. Since I can’t, here are 8 reasons why TRUNK(HOTEL) Yoyogi is absolutely exceptional: 1. The staff. Unparalleled attentiveness and kindness, from the first email before arrival to our stay. Clear explanations, seamless bilingual communication, and constant availability. Everyone was so nice and cool! They truly made this stay unforgettable. 2. The service. We often talk about omotenashi in traditional Japanese inns, but TRUNK(HOTEL) takes hospitality to another level in a contemporary setting. Thoughtful surprises punctuated our stay, from the nightly CBD eye masks left on the pillow (we didn’t even know we needed them until then – a game changer), to the small savoury snacks and welcome pastries, including pastéis de nata from a neighbouring patisserie. 3. The design. The hotel is beautifully conceived, with every detail carefully thought through. We stayed in the smallest room type, yet it still felt spacious and impeccably decorated. Luxurious but intelligently designed: integrated phone plugs and switches, beautiful natural materials, a drawer with a built-in display for the room’s ceramics, and the ceramics themselves, which were oh so beautiful. Even the custom bathroom carpet and amenities were customised. 4. The intimacy. The hotel is small, discreet, and feels private. You hardly cross paths with other guests, creating the sense of being looked after individually, almost as if the entire place was just for you. No idea how many room there are, but doesn’t feel like many. 5. The overall generosity. Embodied by the free welcome drink. In other hotels you get watery, generic mocktails. Here, the rooftop terrace overlooking Yoyogi Park greeted us with perfectly crafted drinks, including a bold, perfectly balanced Negroni prepared by an experienced (and, of course, wonderfully kind) bartender. 6. The pool. A true rarity in Tokyo: an outdoor pool. Not part of a massive resort with a thousand rooms, but in an intimate setting where you can cool down under 35 degrees heat with a view of yoyogi park trees. Phenomenal. 7. The location. Steps away from Yoyogi Park, walking distance to Shibuya, and surrounded by excellent cafés and restaurants of Tomigaya. 8. The overall experience. I’ve stayed in many hotels in Tokyo. This is it for me. A benchmark for contemporary hospitality, seamlessly integrated with a beautiful restaurant and thoughtful amenities throughout. Every element feels intentional and elevates the stay. I wish I could stay more!

We stayed at Trunk Yoyogi in winter 2024. It really is an excellent boutique hotel, friendly staff and modern, light-filled rooms. The location was fantastic, in a quiet residential area but still very close to Shibuya/Harajuku. The rooftop bar and infinity pool sensational. We will definitely be back!