THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon - Restaurant & Bar

THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon - Restaurant & Bar

If you have been following my blog, you probably know that I stayed in THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon during my trip to Japan this September. I already talked about all the things this hotel has to offer, but here's a quick rundown in case you missed my previous posts. THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon is a modern, stylish and affordable hotel located in Tokyo historic Asakusa District. You probably heard of Asakusa since it is a famous tourist destination thanks to attractions such as the Sensoji temple and the nearby Tokyo Skytree. It is also a popular nightlife area thanks to places such as the Hoppy Street where you can get drinks and delicious meals during the whole day in one of its many izakayas and bars. Now back to the hotel. My room was, as it is already explained in a previous post, an Essential Twin type room located on the 9th floor. It had everything I would expect from a hotel of this type and I was very satisfied with it. But this hotel has several more things to offer besides the room you stay in.

First is the "R Restaurant & Bar" located on the 13th floor of the hotel. It opens for business in 6 in the morning and is open until midnight. However, the guests of the hotel can use it 24-hours a day. In the morning the restaurant offers a breakfast buffet, which I absolutely loved. I could eat a wide variety of meals all the while enjoying the nice view of Asakusa and especially the beautiful Tokyo Skytree. When I arrived there for breakfast, I was escorted to my table by the kind staff members. They offered me some coffee and tea and asked me what shall I order as my main meal. I had the option of several meals such as an egg benedict or curry benedict, but I choose a French toast since that is one of my favorite meals. 

Before the main meal arrived, I went to the buffet table and grabbed some cereals as well as scooped some tasty honey beautifully arranged inside a honeycomb. That was a really delicious meal after which I grab some salad and potatoes to eat with my main meal. Also, I have to complement the amazing orange juice which was freshly squeezed right in front of me.

Besides the breakfast, this restaurant also offers lunch and dinner courses with a wide variety of meal options. It also has a terrace so you can enjoy your meal on a fresh air.

On the roof of the hotel there is a bar called "B Bar", which is an exclusive private area for the guests of the hotel and is open in the evening. There you can enjoy a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It was very relaxing to enjoy a nice drink while observing the night-time view of the Tokyo Skytree and the surrounding buildings. There's a terrace there as well, but unfortunately, it was raining while I was there so I did not have the chance to experience it fully.

In the end, I have to say that THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon is a great and affordable hotel which I wholeheartedly recommend you to check out if you're planning on visiting this part of Tokyo. You will not be disappointed.

THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon

THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon

THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon is a modern and stylish hotel located in Tokyo's historic Asakusa District. I had the pleasure of staying in this hotel during my trip across Japan last September, and I was very satisfied with what it had to offer. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Asakusa just a short walk away from the subway station. I had no problem finding the hotel, as it is easily recognizable by its modern look and the golden logo in the shape of kanji for "gate", 門 (mon). After entering the hotel I took the elevator to the 13th floor where the lobby is located. 

Immediately upon exiting the elevator I was blown away by a spectacular view from the lobby floor. I could see the whole Asakusa laid out in front of me from here. Sensoji temple, its pagoda, Kaminarimon gate, and Nakamise-dōri which connects the two, we're right in front of me. A little further off in the distance I could see the majestic Tokyo Skytree and surrounding buildings such as the famous Asahi Beer Hall. The check-in procedure was completed quickly and I was given a quick rundown of the hotel and its rules, after which I headed to my room.

The room in which I stayed was located on the 9th floor and was an Essential Twin type of room. As the name of the room would suggest, it had all the Essential things you would expect from a hotel room of this type and it was really cozy. Other than spacious and comfortable beds, the room also had a refrigerator, large flat-screen TV, electric pot, espresso machine, safe box, hairdryer, and of course free Wi-Fi, which is probably the most essential thing for me. It also included amenities such as towels, nightwear, and many toiletries. View from the room was quite similar to the one from the lobby, and even though it was several floors lower than the lobby, the amazing Tokyo Skytree was still in full view. Keep in mind that this view was from our room specifically and I cannot guarantee that your room will have the same view. So if you want to enjoy this view yourself, make sure to book the right room.

The bathroom was one more thing that I really enjoyed in this room. It was larger than I expected and had two separate compartments. One included a sink and bidet toilet, while the other one was entirely like a big shower. That was perfect for me since I am a bit taller than average and often have problems with tiny showers on Japan. This allowed me to take some nice relaxing hot showers without worrying about hitting my head.

I have to say that I was extremely satisfied by this room especially considering how affordable it is compared to some other accommodation in Tokyo. It's really ideal if you're planning on visiting this part of Tokyo and exploring Asakusa and nearby districts, or just enjoying the nightlife offered in this area. I definitely recommend that you check out the website of THE GATE HOTEL Kaminarimon and learn more about what they have to offer. Also, make sure to check out our other posts and website where I talk more about my experience here.