Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower

Overall, it was good, but the facilities are a bit old. I'm not sure about other rooms, but the room I stayed in had a persistent smell, like an odor coming from the carpet. However, the cleanliness was good. The window view was beautiful, offering cityscapes of Tokyo and Shinjuku Gyoen, with lots of trees and greenery that was pleasant to the eye.

Excellent! The hotel is conveniently located right above Shinjuku Station's Odakyu Line Southeast Exit. On the second floor, there's a huge connecting plaza that links to Takashimaya and Tokyu Hands at Shinjuku Times Square. The hotel also offers a direct airport shuttle bus, which is super easy to book on their official website. The front desk staff spoke English fluently and offered me an upgrade discount. For an extra 4000 JPY per night, I got an upgraded room facing Takashimaya, with a view of the Tokyo Skytree on a clear day. While it's an older hotel with somewhat dated facilities, it's impeccably clean and tidy, and the location simply can't be beat.

The hotel's location is absolutely superb, especially convenient for travelers using buses as it's right next to the Shinjuku Transportation Terminal, just a 10-minute walk. There are also major department stores like Takashimaya and Tokyu Hands nearby, and dining options are plentiful. Although the room is a bit small, it has everything you need. There's a water dispenser for drinking water and a vending machine in the hallway. I would definitely choose to stay here again on my next visit to Tokyo!

The biggest advantage of this hotel is its absolutely fantastic location! It's connected to Takashimaya via a skybridge, Newoman is right downstairs, and Isetan is within walking distance. You can pretty much walk to the entire core Shinjuku shopping district, making shopping a breeze. It's really convenient for carrying heavy bags back to the hotel without getting tired. For pure shopping and sightseeing, staying here offers great value for money. Since the hotel rooms start from the 20th floor, the views are also excellent. The downsides are also quite noticeable. The hotel is showing its age, and the room facilities feel a bit dated, only meeting basic accommodation needs. What I really disliked was the breakfast. The variety wasn't extensive, and on weekends, they stop serving promptly at 10 AM. The rules are very rigid. Even if you're just 3 minutes late, there's absolutely no flexibility or alternative arrangements. The service lacks a human touch and is very unfriendly to guests who like to sleep in, especially those dealing with jet lag. In summary: It's a great choice if you're purely focused on location and shopping. However, if you care about breakfast quality, room modernity, and service details, there are many other options in the area.