Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers — the most transport-connected base camp in Yokohama
Imagine stepping off the train at Yokohama Station and walking into a 5-star hotel within one minute — that's the everyday reality at Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers. The hotel sits directly beside Yokohama Station's West Exit, a hub connecting six rail lines that reach Tokyo, Kamakura, and both Haneda and Narita airports. Starting from ¥18,000 per night, with a Club Lounge and an international breakfast buffet that guests consistently praise, this is the Yokohama property that makes moving around effortless.
Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers stands at 1-3-23 Kitasaiwai, Nishi-ku, right beside Yokohama Station's West Exit — a one-minute walk with luggage in tow. Yokohama Station is no ordinary stop; it's a six-line rail hub connecting JR Tokaido/Yokosuka, Keikyu to Haneda Airport, Tokyu Toyoko to Shibuya Tokyo, Sotetsu, the Minatomirai Line to the waterfront, and the Municipal Subway running across the city. If your itinerary involves daily trips to Tokyo or side-trips to Kamakura and Enoshima, choosing the Sheraton here saves more travel time than almost any other property in its class.
"Best location in Yokohama — step out the door and you're on the platform. Club Lounge views over the city are lovely, and the international breakfast buffet is genuinely worth it. Many guests say they'll book here again next time."
The feature guests mention most enthusiastically is the Club Lounge on the upper floors. Club-tier guests enjoy sweeping city views over Yokohama, breakfast, daytime snacks, and evening cocktails — all included. Several reviewers single out this Club Lounge as one of the most genuinely worthwhile executive lounges among Marriott properties in Japan, particularly for multi-night stays where the bundled meals and drinks translate into clear savings.
The international breakfast buffet is another guest favourite. Both Japanese and Western dishes are on offer, which works well for international travellers who need a quick, varied meal before heading out. Add the ability to earn Marriott Bonvoy points every night, and the appeal for frequent Marriott guests becomes obvious. The tip from regulars: book the earliest breakfast slot, around 7:00–8:00, to beat the rush.
Located in the Kitasaiwai district, the hotel connects to all of Yokohama's main attractions with minimal effort. Yokohama Chinatown is a few stops on the Municipal Subway. Minato Mirai — home to Cup Noodles Museum, Cosmo World and the Red Brick Warehouse — is direct on the Minatomirai Line from the station right outside. Osanbashi Pier is a couple more stops beyond. And if you fancy an afternoon in Shibuya, the Tokyu Toyoko Line runs directly there in around 30 minutes.
As a Marriott Sheraton property the hotel delivers consistent 5-star standards: clean, well-maintained rooms, multiple on-site dining options, staff fluent in both English and Japanese, and full concierge service. That said, its overall score of 8.6 is the lowest among Yokohama's luxury tier — a reflection of reviews noting that room size and condition relative to price lag slightly behind the newer competition. For guests whose priority is transport convenience over a harbour view, however, this hotel is the clearest choice.
A key thing to understand before booking — Yokohama Bay Sheraton sits on the station side of Yokohama, not along the Minato Mirai waterfront. Room views are city and urban streetscape, not ocean or the iconic Cosmo Clock Ferris Wheel. If a sea-facing view is central to your trip, the Westin or InterContinental Pier 8 on the bayfront are more suited. But if the hotel is your base camp for rapid movement between destinations, this Sheraton is very hard to beat.
Guests who stay here regularly tend to agree on one thing: "the location is the only reason you need." Walk out, you're on the platform — no map needed, no searching for exits. For trips that demand you move quickly and make the most of every hour, Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers makes a very compelling case, starting from ¥18,000 per night under the Marriott 5-star umbrella.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ 1-minute walk to Yokohama Station West Exit — hub of 6 rail lines
- ✓ Marriott Sheraton 5★ · Club Lounge with city views
- ✓ International breakfast buffet praised by guests as a highlight
- ✓ Easiest connections to Tokyo, Kamakura and airports
- ! Score 8.6 — lowest among Yokohama's luxury tier listings
- ! Not on the waterfront — views are city-facing, not bay-facing
- ! Some reviews note the room feels slightly pricey relative to condition
- ✓ Unbeatable station-side location — no navigation needed
- ✓ Club Lounge with evening cocktails adds genuine value
- ✓ Ideal base for day-trips to Tokyo and Kamakura
- ✓ Earn Marriott Bonvoy points every night
- ! Older building compared with the recently opened Westin and Hilton
- ! Some reviews note room size is modest for the price point
- ! Rates climb significantly during peak seasons
- 💡If a Minato Mirai bay view is important to you — this hotel faces the city, not the water → consider The Westin Yokohama or InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8 on the bayfront instead.
- 💡If you want a pool or spa — Yokohama Bay Sheraton has neither → The Westin Yokohama has a Heavenly Spa and indoor pool.
- 💡If budget is tight and you mainly want the station location — rates start at ¥18,000 but rise in peak periods → Sotetsu Fresa Inn or Richmond Hotel in the same area offer similar proximity at a lower price point.