Yokohama Grand Intercontinental Hotel

A classic Hotel with the true Minato Mirai atmosphere.

When you think of a Hotel in Minato Mirai, many people probably picture the Grand InterContinental. The Facility feels a bit dated overall—more “you can sense its history”—but at the same time, you can also enjoy the atmosphere of a classic Hotel. I made a Reservation with an IKYU Plan, and I was encouraged to sign up for IHG membership on the spot, which came with a Room upgrade. It was a wonderful Room with large windows and an unobstructed ocean view. Amenities included toner and cleansing products, but not enough for both morning and night, so it may be best to bring your own. In the evening, I also visited the music bar. It’s a bar where you can enjoy live piano performances, and for some reason there was no cover charge—so I could spend a luxurious time there paying only for drinks. Breakfast didn’t have an especially large selection overall, but the bread was outstanding. That said, I did notice there weren’t many dishes that pair well with bread. Still, I highly recommend choosing bread over rice. (There may be a line depending on the time, but turnover seems surprisingly quick.) Lastly, I felt disappointed by one staff member’s response at checkout. However, everyone else was very courteous, and the view from the Room was excellent—so I’d love to stay again in the near future. In the Minato Mirai area I also liked The Royal Park Hotel Yokohama as well, but thanks to its superior views, InterContinental left me more satisfied.