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Millions of visitors flock toTokyoevery year to explore the organized chaos that is the worlds most populous city.

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Photos: Courtesy of hotels featured

Quite frankly, you could spend months here and barely skim the surface.

And choosing your hotel can be just as harrowing as deciding what to cram into a short visit.

Lets take it one step at a time and start with where to stay.

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Photo: Courtesy of Hoshino Resorts

To help you navigate the thousands of options, weve narrowed the list down to some of our favorites.

They vary in neighborhood, from frenetic hubs to quieter residential enclaves.

Some are brand new, others are tried-and-true institutions.

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Photo: Courtesy of Janu Tokyo

Many are from familiar international brands, but a few are the dreamy results of home-grown talent.

Here, our guide to the best hotels in Tokyo.

Upon entering, the cacophony of the bustling metropolis instantly dissipates and is replaced by a relaxing aura.

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Photo: Courtesy of Trunk

The entire hotel, including the dinner-only restaurant, is strictly reserved for guests.

This year, that title belongs to Janu Tokyo.

To start, the accommodations are incredibly spacious, starting from 51 square meters.

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Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari Hotels & Resorts

Looking for even more dramatic views?

Slide the shoji screen back to reveal a stone bathroom, complete with a window-sideofurotub with uninterrupted views.

Its crown jewel, though?

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bedroom

Sora, the largest, also boasts an en-suite spa.

Colorful carpets accent the otherwise neutral-hued accommodations while the artist-designed suites up the ante on personality.

And if youre here for a lengthier stay, the on-site coin-operated laundry is an unexpectedly wonderful touch.

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Photo: Courtesy of the Aoyama Grand Hotel

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo

Topping Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, the Mandarin Oriental is the neighborhoods premier address.

While youre here, explore the immediate area.

Then head down to the lobby for an unforgettable breakfast.

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Courtesy of TRUNK, Photo by Tomooki Kengaku

All three are phenomenal and some of the best in the city.

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Photo: Courtesy of Bellustar Tokyo, a Pan Pacific Hotel

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Photo: Courtesy of Hotel Groove Shinjuku, a Parkroyal Hotel

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Photo: Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental

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Photo: Courtesy of the Peninsula Hotels