Right here at AirlineReporter we write a ton about plane. We write lots about airports. We’ve dabbled in prepare reporting. We don’t often publish tales about accommodations. However for the precise kind of place, we’ll make an exception (HotelReporter?!).

Throughout a visit to Tokyo we spent an evening at one of many world’s greatest accommodations for planespotting, the Excel Resort at Haneda Airport. You don’t need to take our phrase for it: the lodge is steadily named in lists of the most effective locations on the earth for AvGeeks to remain. And boy did it ship. Try our video report right here:

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We obtained to Tokyo on an superb JAL 777-300ER flight, and after a while on the town we spent an evening on the Excel Resort earlier than flying to our subsequent cease.

The lodge is situated on the north finish of Haneda’s Terminal 2, which primarily handles ANA’s home operations. These ops lean closely on widebody plane like 767s, 777s, and 787s, so there’s nonetheless loads of large sport to identify. You additionally get a front-row seat for Runway 34R, which handles all comers together with long-haulers.

Be sure to guide a “runway view” room — by providing that class the lodge clearly is aware of it’s a spot for spotters. Though these rooms are a bit dearer (I spent $190 USD an evening) it’s good to get a assured view on the time of reserving.

Or in case you’re seeking to go full-throttle AvGeek you may guide the “cockpit room” which has a full-size 737 simulator inside. Critically.

We had a ton of enjoyable planespotting throughout our 24 hours on the lodge. And from our expertise, it’s simple to tack an evening right here onto any Tokyo journey. For those who’re flying out of one other terminal at Haneda you may take the subway or a free bus to get to Terminal 2. Remark under in case you’ve stayed on the Excel Resort Haneda, or if you understand of different accommodations with nice airport views.

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SENIOR CORRESPONDENT – NEW YORK, NY. Manu obtained his personal pilot license in highschool, setting the tone for his curiosity in all issues aviation. He earned his frequent flyer credentials working as a journalist, and is now a medical resident in New York Metropolis. He enjoys writing about air journey from a millennial’s perspective.

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