Rooftop bar & terrace G: access, hours and what to expect
roof top bar & terrace G is on the 13th floor of Shinjuku Granbell Hotel. It’s open evenings (Mon–Sat 17:00–28:00; Sun & holidays 14:00–22:30 per the hotel), serves cocktails and light snacks with music and panoramic Shinjuku views, and the hotel notes reservations are intended for registered hotel guests.
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Location & how to reach it
roof top bar & terrace G sits on the 13th floor of Shinjuku Granbell Hotel at 2-14-5 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021.
Access is via the hotel elevators from the lobby; check with the 24-hour front desk if you need directions or to confirm the bar’s current opening status.
- Hotel address: 2-14-5 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021
- Nearest subway: Higashi-Shinjuku Station (about a 4-minute walk to the hotel)
- Walking distance to Golden Gai: about 5 minutes
| From | Approx. time on foot |
|---|---|
| Higashi-Shinjuku Station | 4 minutes |
| Shinjuku Golden Gai | 5 minutes |
| Samurai Museum | 4 minutes |
Hours, ordering windows and reservation notes
Official hours listed by the hotel are Monday–Saturday 17:00–28:00 (last food orders 26:00; last drinks 27:30), and Sundays/holidays 14:00–22:30 (last food orders 21:30; last drinks 22:00). The hotel adds that hours may change on public holidays.
The property states reservations for the roof top bar & terrace G are intended for guests staying at the hotel; the venue has a V.I.P. private room. Third-party listings indicate non-guests have visited, but policies and any cover charges can vary—confirm with the hotel before you go.
- Typical opening: evenings and late night (see exact hours above)
- Last food and drink order times differ from closing time—check the schedule on arrival
- Reservations: intended for registered hotel guests; inquire at the front desk
| Day | Official opening & closing | Last orders (food / drinks) |
|---|---|---|
| Mon–Sat | 17:00–28:00 | 26:00 / 27:30 |
| Sun & Holidays | 14:00–22:30 | 21:30 / 22:00 |
| Note | Hours may change on public holidays |
What to expect—menu and atmosphere
The rooftop bar serves cocktails and light snacks; the hotel describes the drinks as reasonably priced and notes the venue plays quality music alongside panoramic night views of Shinjuku.
There is an indoor seating area plus an open-air terrace with skyline views. The venue is used for evening socializing and occasional events—if you prefer quieter seating, ask staff for indoor or terrace recommendations on arrival.
- Drinks: cocktails and other alcoholic beverages
- Food: light snacks available; full dining is provided on 12F at restaurant G
- Atmosphere: music-led, night-view focus, indoor seating + outdoor terrace
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Seating | Indoor + outdoor terrace |
| View | Panoramic Shinjuku skyline at night |
| Music | Quality background music (evening focus) |
Who can go and guest policy
The hotel notes reservations for the roof top bar & terrace G are intended for guests staying at Shinjuku Granbell Hotel. Some third-party listings and visitor reports indicate non-guests have been admitted, but any cover charges or policies for outside visitors are set by the venue and can vary.
If you are not a registered guest and want to visit, contact the hotel in advance to check current access policy, possible cover charges and whether space is available—especially on busy weekend nights.
- Reservations primarily for registered hotel guests (official statement)
- Non-guest access reported on some third-party sites—confirm with the hotel
- V.I.P. private room available by reservation
| Visitor type | Recommended action |
|---|---|
| Registered hotel guest | Call/front desk or ask concierge to reserve |
| Non-guest | Contact hotel to confirm walk-in policy and any charges |
| Large group or private event | Enquire about V.I.P. room and event capacity |
Capacity, events and private bookings
The hotel publishes venue dimensions and capacities: roof top bar & terrace G measures about 102.67 m² and can hold a maximum of 300 people including the terrace (49 seated indoors / 45 seated on the terrace; 200 standing buffet).
The rooftop is promoted as suitable for photography shoots and larger gatherings. For private bookings or events, contact the hotel events team or front desk to discuss availability, room setup and any charges.
- Total area: 102.67 m² (per hotel event listing)
- Seated capacity: 49 indoors / 45 on terrace
- Standing buffet capacity: up to 200 (hotel statement)
| Use | Hotel-listed capacity |
|---|---|
| Seated indoor | 49 |
| Seated terrace | 45 |
| Standing / buffet | 200 (total) |
Practical tips—timing, weather and nearby alternatives
Because the rooftop includes an outdoor terrace, weather conditions can affect seating and opening decisions—ask staff on arrival if terrace areas are open. On busy weekend nights it’s wise to arrive early or confirm a reservation.
If the rooftop is full or closed, restaurant G on the 12th floor offers French and Italian dining and the live cafe G on the 1st floor serves coffee, beer and light bites during daytime hours.
- Arrive early on weekends or confirm a reservation with the front desk
- If terrace is closed for weather, indoor seating is available
- Nearby hotel alternatives: restaurant G (12F) and live cafe G (1F) for food and drinks
| If rooftop is unavailable | Where to go in the hotel |
|---|---|
| Dinner with a view (indoor) | restaurant G (12F) |
| Daytime coffee and light bites | live cafe G (1F) |
| Help or reservations | 24-hour front desk |
