Samokatus Hotels

A landmark hotel on Manezhnaya Square with direct views of the Kremlin and Red Square, known for roomy contemporary rooms, a large Amnis Spa and a memorable lobby atmosphere. Guests repeatedly praise attentive, often-named staff and gourmet desserts, but several reviews warn of inconsistent frontline service and occasional maintenance hiccups since the property's management changed in 2022.

Perched on the top floors of Otemachi One Tower, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi delivers immaculate modern-Japanese design, sweeping views over the Imperial Palace gardens and Mount Fuji on clear days, plus hallmark Four Seasons service. Guests repeatedly praise the impeccable housekeeping, roomy rooms by Western standards, outstanding breakfast buffet and proactive, English-fluent staff who arrange bespoke experiences.

Nestled near the historic Nanzen-ji Temple, Fufu Kyoto offers an elegant fusion of traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern luxury. Every room features a private cedar-scented natural hot spring bath, and the on-site restaurant serves exquisite local Kyoto charcoal-grilled cuisine. While the physical property and dining are outstanding, inflexible service and poor room views on lower floors have disappointed some international travelers.

Perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean, Gardenvilla Shirahama is a charming family-run oasis offering spectacular sunrise views, a cliffside pool, and two private outdoor hot tubs. The hosts go above and beyond with heartwarming service, and the freshly prepared breakfasts, featuring homemade pancakes and bread, are highly praised. Located just a short walk from Shirahama Beach, it is perfect for a relaxing getaway on the Izu Peninsula.

Basic three-star hotel with an outdoor pool, from 210 lari per night.

The hotel occupies a historic 19th‑century building, built by Mirza Riza Khan, the Iranian consul in Russia, as a summer residence with a spa. Standard rooms start from 300 lari per night, suites from 700.