"First of all, thank you to Kelsea and Natsumi for making me feel so special on my birthday. And thank you to Hiu for such a smooth checkout—it was really appreciated. Honestly, everyone here (including the restaurant team) has been incredibly kind. I chose this hotel last minute, and I don’t regret it at all. The interior is minimalistic, but the location is fantastic, the staff are amazing, and it has everything I find important. I think the hotel is a bit underrated. It is a lovely hotel. It is more mimalistic than what some might expect from a five-star hotel, but still very nice! I love Marylebone, Mayfair, Chelsea, Belgravia, and Knightsbridge—and they’re all just a 10–30 minute walk from the hotel. * For reference, I stayed in an executive room"

"We hadn’t stayed here for a few years after being semi-regular around 2020/22. It’s just a great boutique hotel with the added quirk of being Japanese owned and clearly aimed at the Japanese business traveller. We had a very comfortable and quiet double room on the second floor, bathroom was hi-tech and possibly a little over complicated. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We didn’t experience any other facilities such as the restaurant or whiskey bar but both looked great. Very convenient location a short walk from Marble Arch. Not really sure what I’m writing this as the Prince Akatoki is a well kept secret!"

"Japanese hotel = minimal, light wood forward aesthetic, friendly and attentive staff, like Natsumi who welcomed us into the hotel, showed us to our room, and walked us through each component of the unit. And Olivier, our waiter, who memorized our meal and made sure we had whatever we wanted. Truly felt the boutique nature of the hotel. Where people know your name, and are there for your every request. Looseleaf tea refreshed during changeover service and folded robes to wear at night."

"Beautiful and peaceful hotel. Rooms are spacious, neat & clean. All the staff is helpful and welcoming. Special mention for Natsumi at the reception, the kindest. She helped and pampered us from the booking to the checkout . And to Olivier, who took great care of us every morning at breakfast. The Japanese restaurant is a wonderful experience."

"Quiet, charming and calming…a wonderful bolt hole so close to the centre of the action. The team is outstanding, in particular Natsumi, Ahmad and Matthew. We can’t wait to return!"