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About the Hotel

7-2 Shinshigai, Chuo-Ku, Kumamoto, Japan, 860-0803

Rooms & Amenities

Ref Kumamoto By Vessel Hotels has 229 rooms, each with free WiFi, air conditioning, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Rooms include a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, and pajamas. Some rooms feature a private open-air bath with garden views. Children 18 and under stay free when sharing a bed with parents or grandparents.

Dining Options

The hotel serves a breakfast with local dishes like the Higo no Go red egg, stir-fried Takana with Kumamoto rice, and dried fish from the Amakusa Sea. Breakfast costs JPY 700 per child. Guests can also try Amakusa paste and hot lotus root, specialties made with Kumamoto ingredients.

Public Bath & Sauna

The public bath includes an indoor bath and an open-air bath with a view of a Japanese garden. The men's bath has a dry sauna and a water bath, while the women's bath has a mist sauna. A security system ensures privacy.

Location & Nearby

The hotel is in central Kumamoto, a 15-minute walk from Shinshigai Shotengai. Nearby landmarks include Shimotori Shotengai (0.5 km), Statue of Kato Kiyomasa (1 km), and the Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto (0.5 km). The Shimada Museum of Art is 2.9 km away.

Services & Extras

The 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage and laundry facilities. Rental items include curling irons for women. Guests must provide an estimated check-in time before arrival. A card key is required for entry after 1 PM.

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Single Room Shower Booth Non-Smoking

Max:

2 persons

155 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Standard Twin Room Non-Smoking

Max:

2 persons

185 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

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Standard Double Room Non-Smoking

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2 persons

185 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Kumamoto1400 ft

Airports

Kumamoto (KMJ) 11.2 mi

Nagasaki (NGS) 61.2 mi

Train

Minami Kumamoto Station 1.1 mi

Kumamoto Station 1.2 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

JPY 1200 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Baby pushchair
Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Back massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Open-air bath
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Trouser press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

7-2 Shinshigai, Chuo-Ku, Kumamoto, Japan, 860-0803

Map view

7-2 Shinshigai, Chuo-Ku, Kumamoto, Japan, 860-0803

City landmarks

Castle

Kumamoto Castle

4800 ft

Landmark

Sakuranobaba Johsaien

3100 ft

Landmark

Former Residence of Natsume Soseki

4800 ft

Museum

Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art

1.3 mi

Event hall

Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Center

4800 ft

Landmark

Kato Shrine

4800 ft

Landmark

Kumamoto City Museum

1.3 mi

Landmark

Statue of Kato Kiyomasa

3100 ft

Landmark

Statues of Shonan Yokoi and Ishin

2500 ft

Landmark

Tateki Tani Statue

2500 ft

Landmark

Morio Takahashi Bust Statue

2600 ft

Landmark

Ruins of Miyamoto Musashi's Old Residence

3300 ft

Landmark

Kawaramachi Shopping Street

2400 ft

Landmark

Shinmachi Furumachi

2600 ft

Museum

Shimada Museum of Arts

1.3 mi

Shrine

Fujisaki Hachimangu Shrine

1.4 mi

Nearby

Museum

Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto

2000 ft

2-6 Ansei-machi

Lafcadio Hearn's Former Residence

2000 ft

3-34 Kamitoricho

Catholic Tetori Church

2000 ft

Shinshigai

Shinshigai Shotengai

100 ft

4-18 Hanabatacho

Kumamoto City International Center

2000 ft

2-15 Hanabatacho

Ichizo Hayashi Bust Statue

1300 ft

2 Shimmachi

Fureai Oyako Tanuki Statue

1900 ft

1 Chome-3-10 Shimotori

Shimotori Shotengai

2000 ft

1 Rempeicho

Higo no Satoyama Gallery

700 ft

1-1-1 Ninomaru

Wakuwakuza History and Cultural Experience

1800 ft

Mall

Kamitori Shopping Street

2000 ft

Chuogai

Kagomachidori Shotengai

1600 ft

1 Karashimacho

Karashima Park

300 ft

Public Building

Kumamoto City Hall

1700 ft

Restaurants

Katsuretsutei Shinshigai Honten

400 ft

8-18 Shinshigai 1F Hayashi Bldg.

Gansokumamotoramen Akanoren

200 ft

Shinshigai

Hunk＆Betty

300 ft

8-9 Shinshigai Chuoku Valeur Shinshigai 1F

Freshness Burger Sun Road

300 ft

8-2 Shinshigai

Sumo Sushi Taihou Heya

500 ft

1-9 Shinshigai

syaraku

500 ft

2-8 Shinshigai Chuo-Ku The Orange Shinshigai Parking 1F

Suganoya Variety Meat

600 ft

2-10 Shinshigai

Nangoku Shokudo Yashinoki

500 ft

9-4 Shinshigai

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Irene

United States, January 2025

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with its comfortable and well-maintained rooms. I appreciated the attentive service, which really made a difference. The location is perfect, nestled in a vibrant area with plenty of options nearby. However, the breakfast could use more variety, and the gym facilities were a bit underwhelming. Overall, it's a solid choice for a budget-friendly getaway.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable, making my stay enjoyable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff was attentive and accommodating throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is centrally located, within walking distance of shops and attractions, which was fantastic.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast had limited options, so that was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The gym was not great, lacking in equipment and space, which was a letdown.

James

United States, November 2024

8.0/10

I had a great experience at the hotel! The cleanliness and comfort of the rooms really stood out, and I appreciated how modern everything felt. The location was absolutely perfect for exploring the area, although the dining options left a little to be desired. Overall, it was a fantastic value for money, and even though the Wi-Fi was extra, I would definitely consider coming back.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and had a modern feel that made my stay very comfortable.

Service

8.0

The service was solid with housekeeping being timely and attentive.

Location

10.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the center of town, making it easy to access various attractions.

Dining

5.0

Dining could be improved; the breakfast selection was somewhat limited, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had great amenities, including a nice pool area which I found enjoyable and relaxing.

Jack

United States, October 2024

7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, enjoying its clean and comfortable rooms that really made me feel at home. The location is perfect, just a short walk to shopping areas and near Kumamoto Castle, which was a nice bonus. However, I found the dining options to be somewhat lacking, especially at breakfast. While the facilities were generally good, I wish the pool area was a little more inviting. Overall, it's a great value for money, just with a few areas that could use improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were exceptionally clean and comfortable, making my stay very pleasant.

Service

8.0

I appreciated the attentive service from the staff, who were always ready to help when needed.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, right in the center of town, and close to Kumamoto Castle and shopping areas.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were quite limited, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but the pool area could have been more appealing.

Thomas

United States, September 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, which was conveniently located in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore local attractions. The rooms were comfortable and equipped with modern amenities, though I felt they could benefit from some updates. The dining options were decent but lacked variety, especially during breakfast. Overall, it was a good experience for the price, but a few tweaks could elevate it further.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable and equipped with modern amenities, but they could use some updates.

Service

8.0

The service was prompt and attentive, making my stay more enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The hotel was conveniently located in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore local attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent but lacked variety, especially during breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were well-maintained and offered a good range of amenities.

Frederick

United States, August 2024

7.4/10

I had a pretty good time at this hotel. The rooms were tidy and quite cozy, which was a nice touch after a long day of exploring. Plus, it was a breeze getting around town since it was close to everything. However, I was a bit let down by the breakfast selection; it could definitely use some variety. Overall, it's a nice place to stay for the price, but don't expect a gourmet breakfast experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were tidy and quite cozy.

Service

8.0

The staff was attentive and helpful during my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel was conveniently located, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast selection was limited and could use more options.