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REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

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

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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
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Digital TV service
The current price is CNY655
CNY792 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Single Room, Non Smoking (Shower Booth) | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Moderate Twin Room, Non-smoking | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Moderate Twin Room, Non-smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Moderate Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 3

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

Single Room with Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

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

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

ROH Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

Accessible Single Room Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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The price is CNY484
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Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sakura Machi Kumamoto - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kumamoto-jo Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kumamoto City Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kumamoto Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 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

  • ‪うどん居酒屋 ふく泉 新市街地店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪相撲寿司大砲部屋 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪味ひときれ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪磯丸水産新市街店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪パーラーヒバリ - ‬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.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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

  • 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)

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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