Where to stay in Kumamoto? Kumamoto, the vibrant center of Kyushu, beckons travelers with its rich history, bustling shopping streets, and iconic Kumamoto Castle. Whether you’re exploring by tram or embarking on a self-driving adventure, finding the perfect place to stay is essential. Here’s a selection of accommodations to suit every taste and budget.
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Kumamoto Accommodation & Attractions Map
Here’s a selection of Kumamoto hotels, mainly around JR Kumamoto Station, and the bustling areas of Shinshigai Shopping Street, Shimo-tori Shopping Street, and Kami-tori Shopping Street. There are also recommendations near must-visit attractions like Suizenji Jojuen Garden.
Selected Kumamoto Hotel Ratings & Prices
| Hotel Name | Rating | Price | Check Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto | 8.8 | JPY 8000 | Booking.com Agoda |
| Nest Hotel Kumamoto | 7.45 | JPY 6000 | Booking.com Agoda |
| CANDEO HOTELS Kumamoto Shinshigai | 8.6 | JPY 19000 | Booking.com Agoda |
| OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts | 8.4 | JPY 14000 | Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com Trip.com |
| Hotel Nikko Kumamoto | 8.75 | JPY 23000 | Booking.com Agoda |
| KKR Hotel Kumamoto | 8.5 | JPY 18000 | Booking.com Agoda |
| THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO | 9.25 | JPY 20000 | Booking.com Agoda |
| Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji | 8.9 | JPY 32000 | Trip.com Booking.com Agoda |
Kumamoto Hotels Overview
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
- Rating: Booking.com 8.6/10.0, Agoda 9.0/10.0
- Price: JPY 8000
- Transport: Sakuramachi Bus Terminal 1min, Karashimacho Tram Station 2mins
- Check Availability: Booking.com, Agoda
A newly opened hotel in 2022, connected to a large complex mall and Sakuramachi Bus Terminal (Kumamoto’s main bus terminal). The bus terminal downstairs provides direct access to Kumamoto, Fukuoka, Kagoshima airports, and other major Kyushu cities. Kumamoto Castle is a 5-minute walk away. Some rooms offer distant views of Kumamoto Castle. If you’re using the SunQ pass (unlimited bus ticket for Kyushu) while traveling in Kyushu, this hotel is a convenient choice.
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
- Rating: Booking.com 7.2/10.0, Agoda 7.7/10.0
- Price: JPY 6000
- Transport: Sakuramachi Bus Terminal 2mins, Nishikarashimacho Tram Station 2mins
- Check Availability: Booking.com, Agoda
A small and clean business hotel. Right across the street is the Sakuramachi Bus Terminal (Kumamoto’s main bus terminal), Karashimacho tram station, and shopping street. Transportation and shopping are very convenient. Kumamoto Castle is a 5-minute walk away. If you’re using the SunQ pass (unlimited bus ticket for Kyushu) while traveling in Kyushu, this hotel is a convenient choice.
CANDEO HOTELS Kumamoto Shinshigai
- Rating: Booking.com 8.6/10.0, Agoda 8.6/10.0
- Price: JPY 19000
- Transport: Sakuramachi Bus Terminal 4mins, Karashimacho Tram Station 2mins
- Check Availability: Booking.com, Agoda
A newly opened luxury business hotel in 2022, located in the city center, in a bustling area. A 10-minute walk to Kumamoto Castle, shopping is very convenient, and finding a place to eat is also very easy. The Karashimacho tram station is at the hotel’s street corner, making it convenient to reach city attractions and JR Kumamoto Station. After taking a bus from Kumamoto Airport to Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal (Kumamoto’s main bus terminal), it’s a 3-minute walk to the hotel. Even the smallest room type has 18 square meters. The hotel has a public bath on the rooftop, along with sauna facilities. There are also coin-operated washing machines.
OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts
- Rating: Booking.com 8.2/10.0；Agoda 8.6/10.0
- Price: JPY 14000
- Transport: Torichosuji Station 1min
- Check Availability: Booking.com, Agoda, Trip.com
A new hotel opening in April 2023, part of the luxury hotel chain Hoshino Resorts’ urban tourism brand OMO. Located in the heart of Kumamoto city center. Next to the hotel is Kumamoto’s most representative department store, Tsuruya. Kumamoto Castle is just a few steps away from the hotel. From the hotel’s front door, you can take the Kumamoto city tram, which is very convenient for transportation within Kumamoto city. The bus to and from Kumamoto Airport also stops in front of the hotel.
Room types range from double rooms to suitable for families or groups of 6. OMO5 Kumamoto offers free guided activities including city walks, bar recommendations, and tastings, as well as unique food maps with unique insights and recommendations for city eateries. In the evening, you can enjoy the illuminated night-time view of Kumamoto Castle from their DECO-BOCO terrace. The hotel has coin-operated washing machines.
Hotel Nikko Kumamoto
- Rating: Booking.com 8.6/10.0；Agoda 8.9/10.0
- Price: JPY 23000
- Transport: Torichosuji Station 1min
- Check Availability: Booking.com, Agoda
An old-fashioned luxury hotel in Kumamoto city center, diagonally across from OMO5, opposite Kumamoto’s most representative department store, Tsuruya, and next to the Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto. A few minutes’ walk to Kumamoto Castle, with the Kumamoto city tram and airport bus right outside.
Rooms on the west side offer views of Kumamoto Castle, while rooms on the east side offer distant views of Mount Aso. Breakfast is abundant, using fresh local ingredients from Kumamoto and Kyushu. The hotel has coin-operated washing machines.
KKR Hotel Kumamoto
- Rating: Booking.com 8.4/10.0, Agoda 8.6/10.0
- Price: JPY 18000
- Transport: Katei Saibansho Mae Bus 1min, Torichosuji Station 8mins
- Check Availability: Booking.com, Agoda
Located right across from Kumamoto Castle, it is highly recommended to choose the castle view room type, with a window view of one of the three famous castles, Kumamoto Castle. You can reach the city center in a 10-minute walk.
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
- Rating: Booking.com 9.2/10.0；Agoda 9.3/10.0
- Price: JPY 20000
- Transport: JR Kumamoto Station 1min, Tram station 1min
- Check Availability: Booking.com, Agoda
Opened in 2021, part of the JR Kyushu Group’s hotels, directly connected to JR Kumamoto Station, allowing quick access to various parts of Kyushu. Buses or trams can quickly take you to Kumamoto city attractions. Downstairs is a shopping mall, and the JR station has many eateries, making dining very convenient. The hotel has facilities like a sauna, gym, chapel, and coin-operated washing machines.
Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji
- Rating: Booking.com 9.2/10.0；Agoda 8.6/10.0
- Price: JPY 32000
- Transport: Suizenji Park Tram Station 10mins
- Check Availability: Trip.com, Booking.com, Agoda
A small modern Japanese inn with only 16 guest rooms, located a distance from the city center. A 2-minute walk to the must-visit attraction Suizenji Jojuen Garden. A 10-minute distance from the tram station and bus station, but if you prefer taxis or self-driving, or like a quiet and less crowded place, this inn is a good choice. Rooms have both Japanese tatami and Western options. The inn has public baths and sauna facilities, including public saunas and rentable family baths and saunas.
Japanese inns are generally known for their local specialty dinners. Compared to Western booking websites, it is recommended to book Japanese inns through Asian booking websites, as they offer more choices for whether the room includes breakfast or dinner. After searching, Western booking websites including booking.com and agoda do not have meal-inclusive options, so it is recommended to book through Asian booking websites like Trip.com.
