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REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Kumamoto Castle

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Public bath
Public bath
Property entrance
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Buffet
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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7-2 Shinshigai, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto, 860-0803
  • Popular LocationSakura Machi Kumamoto2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKumamoto-jo Hall3 min walk
  • Popular LocationKumamoto Castle14 min walk
  • AirportKumamoto (KMJ)53 min drive

Room options

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 149 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional
  • 181 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Moderate Twin Room, Non-smoking

9/10 Wonderful
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Adjoining Moderate Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 211 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room with Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Futon

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Moderate Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Adjoining Shower Booth Single Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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$139 total
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About the neighborhood

Kumamoto

Heart of Kumamoto.With a stay at this Chuo Ward hotel, you'll be steps from Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Shinshigai Shotengai. Kumamoto-jo Hall and Kumamoto City Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Sakura Machi Kumamoto - 2 min walk
  • Kumamoto-jo Hall - 3 min walk
  • Kumamoto City Hall - 7 min walk
  • Kumamoto Castle - 14 min walk
  • Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Fujisakigumae station - 18 min walk
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • 松屋 - 1 min walk
  • すき家 - 1 min walk
  • 雑魚屋 - 2 min walk
  • えびすや 新市街店 - 1 min walk
  • ぺいあのプラス - 2 min walk

About this property

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

4-star spa hotel near Kumamoto Castle
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers its guests a full-service spa. REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an elevator.
  • 229 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers 229 accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Kumamoto hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas.

Languages

Japanese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,300 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: JPY 1,800 for adults and JPY 900 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1800 for adults and JPY 900 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1300 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property requires advance notice of the age and number of children staying at the property.
For the comfort of guests using the public bathing areas and other public facilities, this property does not permit guests with tattoos to use the facilities.
Property Registration Number 指令(生衛)第184号

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS to the airport?

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS is 12.3 mi (53-min drive) away from the Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

As of May 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS on Jun 2, 2024 start from $56.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS.

Does REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1800 for adults and JPY 900 for children.

Is there a casino at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS have a pool?

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS does not have a pool.

Does REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS to downtown Kumamoto?

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS is 0.1 mi away from Kumamoto.

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 313 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 313 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 313 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 313 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 313 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sung

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leung

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location and service
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yin Lai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Finnegan

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reiko

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yassin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Chang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

YUKINORI

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

KAZUKI

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jean Guy

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023