The tourism landscape in Japan has changed dramatically in recent years. Since the reopening of borders at the end of 2022, the country has experienced a real resurgence of global interest with nearly 25 million visitors in 2023.
To accommodate this influx of visitors, a real and concerted effort has been made to increase the number of hotel and accommodation options to suit different budgets. Naturally, Tokyo is known for its high-end luxury hotels, but there has been a surge of more budget-friendly options recently. One of these openings is Hotel Graphy Shibuya which markets itself as a hostel as a smart strategy to attract foreign backpackers.
Hotel location
Located a short walk from Shibuya Station and 10 minutes from Ebisu and Daikanyama Stations, Hotel Graphy is an elegantly designed space offering a range of rooms including private rooms with shared bathroom, guest rooms superior rooms with private bathrooms and dorms with bunk beds ideal for travelers and backpackers who focus more on budget travel.
The Graphy Shibuya Hotel was built on the former site of the elevated railway line which was abandoned when the Tokyu Toyoko Line went underground between Shibuya and Daikanyama. The hotel pays homage to this history with design and photography woven throughout the hotel's interiors.
According to the hotel brand, it is a “hotel-hostel brand where you can enjoy a hostel atmosphere even though it is a hotel. Hotel Graphy is a brand of hostels in the Lively Hotels chain that we operate. Although it has the features and design of a hotel, the fact that it has a hostel attracts many foreign backpackers, and the hotel as a whole has a free and relaxed atmosphere that can be found in hostels abroad. With prices ranging from ¥6,000 to ¥20,000, it will certainly be a huge asset to the city and to younger generations of visitors.
Grill & Bar Graphic
One of the hotel's most intriguing additions is the Graphic Grill & Bar, located on the first floor, a beautifully constructed American restaurant that serves incredible breakfasts and other perfectly prepared menus for travelers looking for quality food at reasonable prices. The organizers say: “As the name of the store 'Graphic' suggests, our aim is to be a store that has a lot of buzz, with food and drinks that are pleasing to the eye and that people come to visit in this aim. There are also plans to open a coworking service in hotels called .andwork, which can be used as a work base by freelancers and remote workers.
Another perk of the Graphy Shibuya Hotel is the stylish and atmospheric 24-hour lounge and terrace, located on the 7th floor. Guests can enjoy billiards, lounge areas and a self-serve drinks area for those who just want to relax and enjoy the ambiance.
With 74 rooms, very generous prices, an excellent restaurant and lounge and terrace areas, the Graphy Hotel is a name to watch and a brand that is sure to have a positive impact on the city in the years to come.
