Overview
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel is a lifestyle hotel in Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, on the Kabukicho side of Shinjuku Station. It works best for travelers who want the energy of Tokyo-Shinjuku close at hand, especially nightlife, restaurants, and the wider rail network around one of Tokyo's busiest hubs.
The atmosphere is more urban and expressive than quiet or traditional. For guests planning evenings out, late returns, or a Shinjuku-focused itinerary, the location keeps much of the area within an easy walk.
Rooms
The hotel has 538 rooms on the 20th through 38th floors, with room sizes ranging from 21 to 61 square meters. Standard categories run from Superior rooms through Executive Twin options, while larger suites give guests more space for longer stays or special trips. Artist-designed GROOVE rooms add a more individual touch.
The design draws on art, music, and Kabukicho's entertainment character. That gives the rooms and public areas a lively identity, making the hotel a better fit for travelers who enjoy a city-night atmosphere than for those seeking a muted business-hotel feel.
Facilities
Public spaces include an art-filled lobby, the Groove Store, and a guest laundromat. The laundry access is a helpful detail for longer Tokyo stays, especially for travelers moving between cities or packing light.
For groups and events, the hotel also has party rooms and function spaces. A terrace connects with the JAM17 dining floor, giving that level a more open, social feel within the tower.
Dining
JAM17 is the hotel's main food-and-drink hub on the 17th floor. Its restaurant serves breakfast and continues with service later in the day, so guests can use the same floor for an easy meal before heading out or after returning to Shinjuku.
The bar is a convenient in-building option after time in Kabukicho or a full day elsewhere in Tokyo. The dining floor also includes casual dessert service and event space, keeping much of the hotel's social activity concentrated in one place.
Location and transport
The hotel is especially convenient for Kabukicho, Shinjuku's east side, and the entertainment streets north of the main JR station complex. Seibu Shinjuku Station is the closest rail stop, about one minute away, while the main Shinjuku Station complex is about seven minutes on foot.
Shinjuku Nishiguchi Station is about six minutes away, and Shinjuku Sanchome Station is about eight minutes away. Those extra options can be helpful depending on your line, destination, and where in the station area you prefer to arrive.
Travelers with luggage should check the best exit before arrival. For step-free access from the main station side, the official route using the East Gate elevator near Lumine Est can take closer to nine minutes. Shinjuku's rail operators do not all feel like one seamless station, so the easiest approach may vary by line.
Airport access
Airport buses serve the area for Haneda Airport and Narita Airport, with schedules and fares set by the bus operator. This can be a convenient choice for guests who prefer to avoid multiple train transfers with luggage.
Rail access is also practical through Shinjuku Station, including JR and subway connections across Tokyo. The better airport route depends on your terminal, luggage, and travel time, so it is worth comparing bus and train options for your specific departure or arrival.
Why stay here
Choose HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU if you want Kabukicho nearby, high-floor rooms, and food and drink within the building. It also suits travelers who value airport bus access and a short walk to Shinjuku's broader rail network.
The hotel is strongest for nightlife, dining, and design-led city stays. It is less ideal for guests whose top priority is the quietest possible station-area hotel.
7-minute walk
