The Westin Yokohama — the brand-new hotel that wins on Spa, pool and Mt. Fuji views
If you want a Yokohama hotel where "everything still feels pristine the moment you walk through the door" — The Westin Yokohama, which opened in 2022 in the Minato Mirai district, is exactly that. This is not just a place to sleep; it is a hotel designed around genuine rest and renewal, arriving with a full Heavenly Spa By Westin, an indoor pool that is rare among Yokohama's luxury set, and the brand's signature Heavenly Bed that guests rarely stop praising.
The Westin Yokohama stands at 4-2-8 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku in the Minato Mirai Central district — Yokohama's glittering waterfront neighbourhood of high-rises, shopping and attractions. Getting here is straightforward: Minatomirai Station on the Minatomirai Line is a 9-minute walk, and from there it is just a few stops to Yokohama Station for JR and subway connections. Because the hotel opened in 2022, absolutely everything remains pristine from lobby to guest room — high ceilings, spotless surfaces, and finishes that show no sign of wear.
"Time and again, guests say this place feels like remarkably good value — a luxury hotel that doesn't make you feel as if you've overpaid for the quality you receive."
At the heart of the Westin brand is the philosophy of "Renewal" — restoring body and mind — and this property delivers on that promise. The Heavenly Spa By Westin is a full-service spa that comes with the brand wherever it goes in the world, perfect for unwinding after a long day of travel or building an entire trip around relaxation. Alongside the spa there is an indoor pool — a genuine rarity among Yokohama's luxury hotels — plus the WestinWORKOUT gym that stays open around the clock. All three are under one roof.
Guest rooms are furnished with the signature Heavenly Bed — Westin's own specially engineered mattress and bedding that has its own devoted following. West-facing rooms on higher floors offer the chance to spot Mt. Fuji on a clear day, especially on winter mornings (December–February) when humidity is low and the sky is at its most transparent — a view no other hotel in the neighbourhood can match. East-facing rooms, meanwhile, look out over the glittering night skyline of Minato Mirai and the bay beyond.
When it comes to dining, The Westin Yokohama has four restaurants, anchored by Iron Bay, the signature venue with an industrial-chic atmosphere and a menu drawing on Yokohama's local produce. Multiple guests single out breakfast here as a trip highlight — those staying on a room-plus-breakfast package often say it is worth more than heading out to eat elsewhere.
The tower's height means that city views from upper floors take in the illuminated Minato Mirai skyline and the bay on all sides. To be direct about the downsides: the hotel is a 9-minute walk from Minatomirai Station — not far, but longer than staying somewhere adjacent to the platform. The other point is that, having opened only in 2022, the review count is smaller than long-established rivals. That said, a score of 9.3 on Trip.com from the reviews that do exist makes the guest satisfaction picture fairly clear.
In short, The Westin Yokohama is the right choice for anyone who wants a brand-new hotel with a full Spa, an indoor pool, and everything wellness-related under one roof in Yokohama. The Mt. Fuji views on a lucky clear morning are a bonus no other property in the area can quite match. Rooms start from ¥30,000/night for a Deluxe Room with the Heavenly Bed.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Opened 2022 — everything pristine from lobby to guest room
- ✓ Heavenly Spa + indoor pool + 24-hr gym all under one roof
- ✓ Signature Heavenly Bed — widely praised by guests
- ✓ 4 restaurants including Iron Bay signature — breakfast frequently highlighted
- ! 9-minute walk to Minatomirai Station — further than station-adjacent options
- ! Mt. Fuji views depend on weather — not guaranteed every day
- ! Review count smaller than long-established rivals (hotel opened 2022)
- ✓ Brand-new building opened 2022 — rooms in excellent, well-maintained condition
- ✓ Heavenly Bed praised by name in a large number of reviews
- ✓ Minato Mirai night view from upper floors — bay and city lights impressive
- ✓ Indoor pool and Spa — Marriott Bonvoy standard, easy points redemption
- ! 9-minute walk from Minatomirai Station — factor this in for late-night returns or wet weather
- ! Rates from ¥30,000 — significantly above mid-range Yokohama options
- ! West-facing Mt. Fuji view is weather-dependent — not every day
- 💡If a pool and spa inside the hotel matter to you — The Westin Yokohama is the best choice among Yokohama's luxury set for this → many competing hotels in the same neighbourhood do not have a pool.
- 💡If you're chasing Mt. Fuji views — book a west-facing room on a high floor and check the weather forecast → the view is clearest on winter mornings (Dec–Feb) with low humidity and a clear sky.
- 💡If you need a hotel right next to a train station — Minatomirai Station is a 9-minute walk → if proximity to the platform is a priority, check other hotels in the district that sit directly above or beside the station.