Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae offers a convenient stay with easy access to public transit. Savor the free breakfast buffet, explore nearby attractions, and unwind in comfort knowing laundry facilities are available.
Ishin One Hundred Year Memorial Park - 20 min drive - 24.4 km
Yamaguchi Kirara Haku Memorial Park - 28 min drive - 27.4 km
Getting around
Yamaguchi - Ube Airport (UBJ) - 49 min drive
Fukuoka Airport (FUK) - 137 min drive
Hofu Station - 5 min walk
Yamaguchi Tokuyama Station - 24 min drive
Yamaguchi Shinyamaguchi Station - 29 min drive
Restaurants
ミライザカ ルルサス防府店 - 6 min walk
いか鮮本家 - 5 min walk
シン・ドラゴンラーメン - 9 min walk
サンエトワール 防府駅店 - 5 min walk
カルビ大陸山口防府店 - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae
At Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Setonaikai National Park. Free perks include self parking, wired internet, and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition and access to public transport.
At a glance
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Hotel size
207 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Slippers
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free wired internet
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
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 accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae like?
Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae is a short 5-minute walk from Hofu Station and 12 minutes' walk from Hofu Science Museum.
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Reviews
Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was excellent and the buffet style was a highlight of the stay. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Breakfast is so many option, so I will stay the hotel again with family. Just 3 minutes from Hofu station, Minato exit.
Ayako
Ayako, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
If going to hofu this is the place to stay. Staff is excellent
James
James, 19-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Breakfast was free with a stay but it was gorgeous even though it was my second time and I would stay there again,
hiroshi
hiroshi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
pleasant buffe style breakfast
I was really satisfied with stay at this hotel, especially with the buffe style breakfast.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Thank you for your hospitality and you made me wonderful
memories. My family could drive to see me ( priority).
I will chose this hotel again.
Thank you so much from USA!!!
Toshiko
Toshiko, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2023
House keeping does a fabulous job along with the morning breakfast ladies
James
James, 26-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 25, 2024
good
JU YEUL
JU YEUL, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
Luggage was waiting in our toom
James
James, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2025
Sheung Yu
Sheung Yu, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 30, 2025
Toshiko
Toshiko, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
スタッフの方々の対応が良くて施設も快適で満足しました
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
KAORU
KAORU, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Staff members excellent service and breakfast is great