I spent four nights at the Grand Pacific in mid-January. As it was my first visit to Japan, I wasn't quite sure what to expect, and have to honestly say I was a little disappointed to find that, with the exception of language and food, it was much like any other modern high-rise hotel in any other city in the world. Drat! A bit more of Japanese culture would have been nice. But, I suppose one could say that spotlessly clean, and prompt and efficient service are aspects of Japanese culture, too.
Other than to state I agree, I won't repeat the positives noted by other reviewers. The following observations however, were particularly noteworthy for me.
Location: Super!! Right on the monorail line, 10 minutes from the center of the city, and only one transfer/connection to Ginza, Asakusa, and other major city sights.
Beds: My wife would say, "firm". I say, "hard". Enough so that shoulders became sore if I slept on one side too long. (Another cultural aspect?)
Toilets: Multi-functional... the usual, plus douche and bidet. Here I was glad it wasn't the traditional porcelain-framed hole in the floor.
TV: Confusing! Two remotes for one TV. I was told the hotel carried CNN, but couldn't figure out how to find it. Wish I knew some Japanese, but German came in handy.
Views: Whether overlooking Tokyo harbor or the city itself, hard to beat. Best in the hotel is from the Sky Lounge on the top floor, which overlooks the city. Request a room facing that direction
Dining: For the two restaurants we tried - Le Bouquet and Hamayo - decent and reasonably priced (at least for this kind of hotel). But you'll find just as good at better prices in Aqua City, a five minute walk. If you're observant along the way, you might wonder if you're in NYC.
Other: Another reviewer mentioned the number of weddings held at the hotel. This is noteworthy if you want to see Japanese women dressed in traditional kimonos. I spent a half hour one evening sitting in the lobby admiring them.









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