REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Located near Kumamoto Castle, REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers a luxurious retreat with an indoor public bath and laundry facilities. With a restaurant on site and in-room WiFi, guests can unwind after exploring Shinshigai Shotengai.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
$89 nightly
The total price is $98
Jun 17 - Jun 18

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Single Room, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 149 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 181 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Moderate Twin Room, Non-smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room with Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Futon

Moderate Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

ROH Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Accessible Single Room Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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7-2 Shinshigai, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto, 860-0803

What's nearby

  • Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sakura Machi Kumamoto - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kumamoto-jo Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kumamoto Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) - 53 min drive
  • Fujisakigumae station - 18 min walk
  • Kumamoto Station - 25 min walk
  • Kumamoto Minami Station - 29 min walk
  • Suidocho Tram Stop - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪松屋 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪すき家 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪えびすや 新市街店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪大衆酒場 パーラーヒバリ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪味ひときれ - ‬1 min walk

About this property

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Kumamoto Castle. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. Public transportation is close by: Suidocho Tram Stop is just 12 minutes by foot.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 229 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Breakfast is not included in the Breakfast Included rate for children ages 6-18. Breakfast is available on site for the listed surcharge.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 787 ft (JPY 1300 per night)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Bed rails
  • Stroller

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired internet
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1800 for adults and JPY 900 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 1300 per night (787 ft away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires advance notice of the age and number of children staying at the property.
Property Registration Number 指令(生衛)第184号

Also known as

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS Hotel
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS Kumamoto
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS Hotel Kumamoto

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street (1-min walk) and Sakura Machi Kumamoto (2-min walk), along with Sakura-no-baba Josaien (11-min walk) and Kumamoto Castle (14-min walk).

Are there restaurants at or near REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS like?

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS is in Chuo Ward, a short 14-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle and 2 minutes' walk from Sakura Machi Kumamoto.

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REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
Room
Onsen
Service staff

What guests liked

  • The breakfast buffet offered a huge selection with a great variety that was never boring. (4 reviews)
  • The property's location offers easy access to a variety of nearby restaurants. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing onsen and facilities. There’s a space to sit and eat
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really good hotel with amazing spa
LIOR, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is very near from Sakuramachi Terminal. Also it is center of main shopping street. Onsen was excellent, breakfast buffet also great.
Yeoung Shin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Best location for dinning
JIN MING, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel and highly recommend

Nice location , close to train and bus station . Convince for food and traveling . Highly recommend
wa kit, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable nice hotel

The location is very good.The room was cozy and clean. The strong point is public bass.
NORIKO, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was comfortable and the staff was friendly. There were so many dishes (buffet style) for breakfast. I could enjoy the stay.
NAOMI, 14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and service
Leung, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay in this clean hotel that serves great Kumamoto-style buffet breakfast. However, the bathroom vanity (sink and mirror) is outside the toilet, facing the twin beds. No on-site parking but you can easily park at the underground carpark that’s just a traffic light away from the hotel at a reasonable rate.
Pauline, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel. Excellent location.

Nice hotel. The stay was very good. Room was comfortable though a bit small. Location of hotel was excellent! Credit to the hotel staff who helped me to find my personal pillow and sent it to my next hotel in Nagasaki. Thank you very much!
Chang, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location (It was convenient as there are many restaurants nearby.) clean room, kind staffs,nice spa. Everything was good. Thank you.
MinJung, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenience
Shuk Yin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was conveniently located for me, as there is a huge bus station nearby with just 5 mins of walk. A dozen of restaurants are nearby and there are 2 arcade game centres just around the corner. The public bath was not as good as i expected and it was always crowded. I didnt use it as much but i think it could still be a good experience if you are visiting japan for the first time. I adore the resting area outside of the public bath. The area is equipped with microwave, small tables and seats. I bought food from nearby convenient stores and ate breakfast there daily. The room was on the larger than i expected. I was able to place my luggage on the table when i tidied my stuff. I was overall happy with my stay.
KA HO, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Chia lu, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Norihiko, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

街中で便利。

大浴場は湯温もちょうど良く気持ちが良かったです。また、朝食は郷土のお料理もあり、おいしかったです。汁物が関西人からすると少し辛かったですが、満足しました。
YASUYO, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jonghwee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Junichi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jung, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

MINGYEONG, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A good experience

The location is really good which is just beside the tram stop and in the centre of the shopping district. Free drinks are provided in a cozy public area. Breakfast is served with Japanese and Western-style food.
CHI HUNG, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

YUJI, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

eun ju, 1-night trip