Destination guide

Why people love visiting exciting Shinjuku

The area's temples and architecture are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Shinjuku. Travelers to this cosmopolitan city praise the shopping, restaurants and bars. Take in top local attractions like Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Activities

Activities and attractions in and around Shinjuku

Are you looking for top things to see and do while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that Shinjuku has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

  • Tokyo Tower (3.5 mi / 5.7 km)
  • Disneyland® Tokyo (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
  • Tokyo Sea Life Park (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
  • Robot Restaurant (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
  • VR Zone Shinjuku (0.6 mi / 1 km)
  • Meiji-jingu Gaien Ice Skating Rink (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
Natural features

Exploring the natural features in Shinjuku

Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Shinjuku. Here are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

  • Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
  • Yoyogi Park (2.2 mi / 3.6 km)
  • Imperial Palace Garden (2.9 mi / 4.6 km)
  • Ueno Park (3.7 mi / 6 km)
  • Toyama Park (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
  • Okubo Park (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
How to get there

Traveling to and around Shinjuku

The nearest airport is in Tokyo (HND-Haneda), located 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Tokyo (NRT-Narita Intl.), which is 38.4 mi (61.9 km) away.

If you prefer to travel by train, Tokyo Shin-Okubo Station, Tokyo Seibu-Shinjuku Station and Tokyo Okubo Station are the main stations in the city. You can see more of Shinjuku by catching a ride on the metro at Higashi-shinjuku Station, Nishi-waseda Station or Wakamatsu-kawada Station.

How many vacation rentals are available around Shinjuku?

Our 2019 vacation rental listings offer a large selection of 311 house rentals around Shinjuku. From 230 Condos/Apartments to 45 Houses, find unique vacation rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends. The best place to stay around Shinjuku is on HomeAway.

What is the best area to stay when travelling to Shinjuku?

Whether you're travelling with family or friends, here are the areas with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Shinjuku:

  • Shibuya: 288 vacation rentals
  • Udagawacho: 54 vacation rentals
  • Harajuku: 96 vacation rentals
  • Nakano: 113 vacation rentals
  • Ikebukuro: 114 vacation rentals

For other neighbourhoods, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

What are the popular points of interest near where I can stay when travelling to Shinjuku?

HomeAway offers a large selection of lodging choices near lovely places in Shinjuku. From HomeAway travelers, the most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

  • Tokyo Shinjuku Station: 998 home rentals
  • Shinjuku Isetan: 997 home rentals
  • Tokyo Seibu-Shinjuku Station: 977 home rentals
  • Hanazono-jinja: 999 home rentals
  • Nishi-shinjuku Station: 980 home rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Shinjuku listed on HomeAway where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.

Can I rent Condos/Apartments in Shinjuku?

Yes, of course. HomeAway has 230 Condos/Apartments in Shinjuku. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Shinjuku include:

  • Houses: 45 lodging choices
  • Studios: 236 lodging choices
  • Villas: 6 lodging choices

But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation homes including Guest houses and more.

Can I find a vacation rental with internet/wifi in Shinjuku?

Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with internet/wifi among our 291 vacation homes with internet/wifi available in Shinjuku.

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