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REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

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Located close to Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Sakura Machi Kumamoto, REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 389
AED 482 total
31 Aug - 1 Sep

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, Non Smoking (Shower Booth)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Moderate Twin Room, Non-smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Moderate Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Chuo Ward, a neighborhood in Kumamoto, REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS is in a shopping district. Sakura-no-baba Josaien and Kumamoto Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Suizenji Gardens and Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden. Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kumamoto travel guide
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7-2 Shinshigai, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto, 860-0803

What's nearby

  • A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.
    Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A modern building with a large glass facade, a unique sculpture in front, and flags on poles.
    Kumamoto City Hall
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A traditional Japanese castle with multi-tiered roofs, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a stone wall.
    Kumamoto Castle
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sakura Machi Kumamoto
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kumamoto-jo Hall
    4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Suidocho Tram Stop
    12 min walk
  • Fujisakigumae station
    18 min walk
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • らーめん おっぺしゃん 熊本本店
    1 min walk
  • 黒龍紅
    2 min walk
  • 天草の魚と馬刺しの店 魚粋
    1 min walk
  • えびすや
    1 min walk
  • 立ち呑み タマヤ
    2 min walk

About this property

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

  • Upscale hotel near Sakura Machi Kumamoto
  • Located close to Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Kumamoto Castle, REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
    • A water dispenser, luggage storage, and a vending machine
    • An elevator
  • Room features
  • All 229 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, heating, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,600 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,800 for adults and JPY 900 for children
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

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 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 200.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1800 for adults and JPY 900 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1600 per night (787 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

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
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS on 31 August 2026 start from AED 389, 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.

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 (subject to availability).

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS located?

Located in Chuo Ward, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Sakura Machi Kumamoto. Sakura-no-baba Josaien and Kumamoto Castle are also within 15 minutes. Suidocho Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Fujisakigumae station is 18 minutes.

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