~International Recognition for Its Distinctive Offerings, Including Stone-Oven Cuisine Featuring Ingredients from the Kanto Region and Spaces That Celebrate Diversity~
TOKYO, Nov. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel (Shinjuku, Tokyo; General Manager: Takeshi Torii) has won five awards at the World Luxury Awards 2026, an international awards program recognizing luxury hotels worldwide: two hotel awards and three restaurant awards. The hotel's entertainment-filled stays and the culinary experiences at JAM17 DINING, which showcase the region's seasons and stories, have earned international acclaim. This marks the hotel's second consecutive year of recognition and its second such honor since opening in 2023.
■ Awards Received
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel
Best Luxury LGBTQ-Friendly Hotel - Global Winner
Best Luxury Design Boutique Hotel - Asia
JAM17 DINING
Best Buffet Variety – Asia
Best Luxury Entertainment Restaurant - East Asia
Best Locally Sourced Produce Menu - Japan
■ A Message from Takeshi Torii, General Manager, HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
We are sincerely grateful for the prestigious recognition we have received in the hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2026.
This recognition is a testament to the continued support of our guests and the efforts of each of our associates, who welcome guests while working hand in hand with the local community. We extend our heartfelt thanks to them all. As a hotel that invites guests to explore and enjoy the city to the fullest, we have strived to provide stays that capture Shinjuku's distinctive appeal and energy.
Encouraged by these awards, we will continue to enhance our service to offer memorable experiences. We look forward to your continued patronage.
■ About the World Luxury Awards
The World Luxury Awards are prestigious awards recognizing businesses worldwide that offer outstanding service and facilities across four categories: hotels, spas, restaurants, and travel. Established in 2006, the awards recognize the world's leading luxury hotels, with winners selected each year by more than 300,000 hotel guests and industry professionals, including travel agents.
Website: www.theworldluxuryawards.com
■ About HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU
This lifestyle hotel serves as a base for exploring and enjoying Kabukicho to the fullest. Located on floors 20 to 38, its 538 guest rooms offer a space to savor the lingering excitement and joy of experiences at entertainment venues. They feature a variety of layouts to suit different travel needs and mid-century modern design that evokes the history of the area. Public areas showcasing art, music, and other culture emerging from Shinjuku's Kabukicho, together with JAM17 DINING & BAR on the 17th floor, which connects the hotel with the neighborhood, offer guests the pleasure of discovering and connecting with the area's distinctive appeal.
Tel: 81 3 6233 8888 (main switchboard)
Website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/
■ About JAM17 DINING
A dining venue full of groove, where the energy of the open kitchen awakens all five senses. At the heart of the kitchen is its signature stone oven, which combines intense heat with a gentle cooking touch. Guests can savor dishes that lock in flavor through stone-oven cooking, featuring fresh Miura vegetables delivered directly from the source and other ingredients sourced from the Kanto region and surrounding areas, celebrating the region's changing seasons.
Hours: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm (last orders at 9:00 pm)
Seating: 132 (including one private dining room for up to 14 guests)
Tel: 81 3 6233 8217
Website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/jam17/
For details, please visit: www.hotelgroove.jp/en/topics/awards2026/
* Operating hours and other details are subject to change.
* Information contained in this press release is current as of the date of announcement. Please note that details may differ from the latest information.
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HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
Contact person: Narumi Chiba (Marketing Communications)
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