The Best Sauna Hotels In Tokyo
- Feb 10
- 9 min read
Updated: Feb 24
An expert list showcasing the best sauna hotels in Tokyo based on expert knowledge and customer reviews
The Mandarin Oriental
Overview
I, am a sauna man. A couple of years ago I began experimenting with saunas and soon found myself addicted. This may come as a surprise to most foreign visitors, but Tokyo has some of the best saunas out of any major city in the world. This stems from a thriving spa culture centred around hot springs and public baths, with saunas forming a key part of the experience. So I decided to publish this list to help people like me find the best hotels with saunas in Tokyo, as it's somewhat time-consuming to search for these by yourself.
Our Expertise
I've lived, worked, and travelled all over Japan for many years. Frustrated with the generic recommendations of other websites, I decided to publish these hotel articles based on my personal knowledge and experience. On top of this knowledge, I've analyzed thousands of customer reviews to determine an accurate selection of the best hotels. Instead of providing a subjective opinion full of sponsored content and Google Ads, this article gives you measurable data and metrics.
To ensure there's no disappointment, all of the options on this list must adhere to our strict criteria:
- An average review score above 8.5/10
- A minimum of 50 reviews
- Location must be convenient for sightseeing
- The property must have quality photos
- This list will be updated yearly
Our listing for each place has an efficient overview including a:
Curated Gallery
Description
Highlights
Price Range (peak and off-peak)
Location
Review Score
Review Example
Ultra-Luxury
$700 - $1500
The Mandarin Oriental — 9.2
Luxury
$400 - $800
Hotel Minato — 9.5
The Villa Fontaine Premier — 9.3
Mid-Range
$150 - $600
The Onyado Nono — 9.3
Saunaland Asakusa — 9.0
The Villa Fontaine Grand — 8.7
Hostels
$30 - $100
The Spablic Inn — 8.9
The Dormy Inn — 8.9
Ultra-Luxury
1.
The Mandarin Oriental Tokyo
This is high-rise luxury at its finest. The Mandarin Oriental soars above Tokyo, offering an immersive experience with a focus on incredible panoramic views. The views from the sauna are especially stunning, and are complemented by its famous spa and onsen that occupies the entire 36th floor. You'll also find 10 world-class restaurants specialising in Asian, Italian, and French cuisine.
Highlights
Panoramic windows throughout the hotel, with views of Mt. Fuji on clear days.
10 world-class restaurants, including the Michelin-starred Tapas Molecular Bar.
The most incredible views from the sauna, located in an award-winning spa occupying the entire 37th floor.
Price Range
$800 - $2700 per night
Location
Tokyo Station
Review Score
9.1 ★ (500+ reviews)
Review Quote
"Staying at the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo is an amazing experience from start to finish. The personal service, exceptional facilities and tranquility in the middle of Tokyo are all amazing. Although we have stayed at many five star properties around the world, this hotel always remains a cut above the rest. They strive for perfection."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
Luxury
1.
Hotel Minato
Hotel Minato is a beautifully designed boutique hotel that features 11 rooms, all with their own private sauna and cold bath. The rooms are spacious, and designed with a high attention to detail. Thoughtful amenities, such as complimentary sauna hats, help to elevate the entire experience. A healthy and delicious Japanese breakfast is delivered to your room at your desired time, and the location is within walking distance to many amazing restaurants. The price might seem high, but the review score says it all, if you're into boutique hotels, then the Minato will not disappoint.
Highlights
Within walking distance to many amazing restaurants, plus a delicious breakfast delivered to your room in the morning.
Located in Tokyo's beautiful Roppongi district, nearby popular attractions and art galleries.
A boutique luxury hotel with a private sauna in each room, and complimentary sauna hats.
Price Range
$400 - $1000 per night
Location
Roppongi
Review Score
9.5 ★ (300+ reviews)
Review Quote
"The room was even more beautiful than the pictures showed. This was our favorite hotel we stayed at during our two week trip. The sauna/bath combination was incredible. The amenities at this hotel are unheard of. There is a karaoke machine, free drinks, breakfast, bath salts, bluetooth speakers, sauna, and whirlpool spa. Wonderful staff, so nice and helpful. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and highly recommend this beautiful hotel."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
2.
The Villa Fontaine Premier
The Villa Fontain Premier offers incredible rooms and facilities within Haneda Airport, it's only a 5-minute walk from Terminal 3. The onsen facilities are amazing, with a wide variety of indoor and outdoor baths, and gorgeous views - you can even see Mt. Fuji. The saunas here are really nice, you can choose between a traditional sauna or a herbal steam sauna. A lovely breakfast buffet waits for you in the morning, and the 4 onsite restaurants all serve up delicious food and provide charming decor with views of the ocean. It's the perfect way to recover from jet lag, enjoy a long layover, or prepare yourself for the flight home.
Highlights
Amazing location at Haneda Airport, only a 5-minute walk from Terminal 3.
Gorgeous ocean views with an incredible rooftop onsen and two types of sauna.
Four onsite restaurants serving amazing food and a variety of Western and Japanese cuisine.
Price Range
$400 - $2000 per night
Location
Haneda Airport
Review Score
9.3 ★ (1800+ reviews)
"The view of Mount Fuji was incredible. Six minutes walk from train and departure lounge. The staff are freindly and helpful. Free mini bar with water, beer, sake, green tea, orange juice and coffee machine. Great breakfast. Definitely go to Il Ristorante, really calm, views over river and fantastic service. Used the onsen twice on our short stay, a fantastic experience and a great way to end our 12 days in Japan... Would highly recommend staying here!"
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
Mid-Range
1.
The Onyado Nono Annex
The Onyado Nono Annex feels like such a special place. You're right in the heart of Asakusa, only a 1-minute walk from Sensoji Temple, and surrounded by lovely restaurants. The rooms are intuitively designed, they have a modern Japanese ambience, and really comfy beds. The onsen facilities are super nice, they're open 24hrs a day, designed with traditional Japanese aesthetics, and of course, features a nice sauna and cold bath. Their breakfast buffet is delicious, with a wide variety of Japanese cuisine, and they offer free late-night noodles until 11pm. Asakusa is such a convenient location for exploring Tokyo, and the Onyado Nono Annex is the perfect base.
Highlights
Right in the heart of Asakusa, only a 1-minute walk from Sensoji Temple, and surrounded by lovely restaurants.
Awesome onsen area with a traditional Japanese design, free ice-cream, plus a sauna and cold bath.
A delicious breakfast buffet serving healthy Japanese cuisine, and free late-night noodles until 11pm.
Price Range
$200 - $600 per night
Location
Asakusa
Review Score
9.3 ★ (1000+ reviews)
Review Quote
"We really enjoyed our stay!! The onsen-style ambiance made it especially relaxing after a full day of exploring. A lovely bonus was the daily free ramen and ice cream, which we looked forward to every night. The location is excellent—very close to Sensoji Temple, with plenty of restaurants just steps away. It’s also within walking distance of Don Quijote and the train station, making it extremely convenient for getting around. We had a great experience and would definitely stay here again."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
2.
Saunaland Asakusa
Saunaland is one of my favourite hotels in Tokyo. The rooms are nice and spacious, so you can comfortably unpack your things and settle down for a week while you explore Tokyo. You'll have Asakusa Station on your doorstep, making it easy to travel anywhere, and your own private sauna is perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing. You're within a 1-minute walk from Sensoji Temple, a 3-minute walk to the Sumida River, and surrounded by a wide variety of restaurants.
Highlights
Right in the heart of Asakusa, only a 1-minute walk from Sensoji Temple, and a 3-minute walk to Asakusa Station and the Sumida River.
All the rooms are spacious and come with a private sauna and cold bath.
Perfect for longer stays and great for families or friend groups.
Price Range
$250 - $700 per night
Location
Asakusa
Review Score
9.0 ★ (100+ reviews)
Review Quote
"Words can not explain how relaxed we were staying here. We booked the king room which was the whole top floor. Enormous room with high attention to detail. The sauna and cold bathe were prepared and ready to go for our arrival. It has two verandas and the perfect sauna. Lots of different lighting options. Staff were very kind and helpful. The location was perfect, very close to the station and heaps of restaurant. We are talking about spending a whole week here next time. We loved it!"
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
3.
The Villa Fontaine Grand
The Villa Fontaine houses two buildings, the Premier is for the larger, upmarket rooms, and the Grand is for the smaller, value-minded rooms. However, the luxurious facilities are shared, this means you can experience the high-end onsen, spa, and sauna without having to pay for an upmarket room. This works out to be an amazing deal, and the rooms at the Grand are still super nice. They even offer anime-themed rooms in case you want something more colorful or simply want to impress the kids.
Highlights
Amazing location at Haneda Airport, only a 5-minute walk from Terminal 3.
An incredible rooftop onsen with gorgeous views and two types of sauna.
One of the best value-for-money hotels you can find in Tokyo, with full access to the luxurious onsen area for an additional $25.
Price Range
$100 - $300 per night
Location
Haneda Airport
Review Score
8.7 ★ (1800+ reviews)
Review Quote
"Location was perfect, directly connected to Terminal 3. The onsen spa was great! The outdoor onsen boasts amazing night and morning views. It comes with a stone sauna and two rest areas. The spa/onsen a must! Convenience store on the 2nd floor. Spotless rooms, polite staff, and easy check-in. Would definitely return."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
Hostels
1.
The Spablic Inn
The Spablic Inn is one of the best-value sauna hotels you can find in Tokyo. The onsen and sauna facilities are really well designed, featuring two cold baths, and nice chill space to cool down and relax. The capsules are clean, comfy, and well-ventilated, with enough soundproofing to ensure you get a good night's sleep. There's a restaurant serving tasty Japanese food, and it offers private saunas if you prefer to have your own space.
Highlights
Great value capsule hostel with clean, comfy, and well-ventilated pods.
Really nice onsen facilities, offering both a private and public sauna.
Please note, this is a men-only facility.
Price Range
$40 - $100 per night
Location
Akasaka
Review Score
8.9 ★ (2500+ reviews)
Review Quote
"An exceptional space of Zen-like tranquility in a busy location, full of restaurants and convenience stores, well served by Metro direct to Ginza /Tokyo /Shinjuku. Fabulous and helpful staff, amazing onsen and charming restaurant, dedicated workspace with a soundproofed cubicle, all scrupulously cleaned and maintained. Also, try the massage chair, which was much more than a gimmick. This hotel, at this price point, simply should not exist!"
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
2.
The Smart Stay Ueno
The Smart Stay capsule hotel is the perfect option for ladies who are looking for their own space, as it features gender seperated floors to ensure everyone can feel relaxed. It's located in Ueno, a district in central Tokyo that's best known for its easy access around Tokyo, the cherry blossoms in Ueno Park, and a wide selection of interesting museums. It's a very convenient area if you don't want to travel much from Narita Airport.
Highlights
Amazing location next to Ueno Station, with a direct line to Narita Airport, and easy access for travelling around Tokyo.
Great value with nice onsen facilities, a sauna, and cold bath.
Features a separate dedicated floor for men and women to ensure a relaxing and stress-free environment.
Price Range
$100 - $300 per night
Location
Ueno
Review Score
8.3 ★ (2000+ reviews)
Review Quote
"This capsule hotel exceeded my expectations! Right next to Ueno station and the park. It had awesome facilities like an indoor onsen and amenities for anything you need. The staff very helpful and friendly. The beds were comfy and bigger than I expected. I loved how they provided locks for our luggage. And the bath felt so nice! I would definitely stay here again."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
