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About the Hotel

5-16,Joto-Cho, Kumamoto, Japan
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Near Kumamoto Castle
Very good
7.8
8.5
/10
3.4
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Located about 5 minutes' walk from the Statues of Shonan Yokoi and Ishin, the comfortable Ark Hotel Kumamotojo Mae -Route Inn Hotels- features a banquet hall and a ballroom, welcoming collective gatherings. This 3-star hotel has an American restaurant serving American cuisine and is situated fairly close to the hilltop Japanese Kumamoto Castle.

Location

The Statue of Kato Kiyomasa lies just 1.5 km away, while Hanabatacho Square is merely 1.6 km from the hotel. From Ark Hotel Kumamotojo Mae -Route Inn Hotels- it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to the ranking Higo Honmyo Temple.

Visit Bizen Moat, 1.3 km from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Japan.

This hotel is located 20 km from Kumamoto airport and in proximity to Kumamoto city hall bus stop.

Rooms

Furnished with a writing table, some of the 364 rooms feature blackout drapes and climate control along with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are outfitted with spacious decor. Providing a separate toilet, some bathrooms have bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy their morning meal in the restaurant. The restaurant Mimaki is within 5 minutes' walk of the Ark Kumamoto.

Must-do experiences

  • Taste Kumamoto ramen at China Soba Yokocho for a local favorite.
  • Visit Suizenji Jojuen Garden for stunning landscapes and tranquility.
  • Explore Shimotori Shopping Street for unique local crafts and snacks.
  • Don't miss the Kumamoto Castle at sunset for breathtaking views.
  • Try basashi, Kumamoto's famous raw horse meat delicacy, at a local izakaya.
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Ark Hotel Kumamotojo Mae -Route Inn Hotels- offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room Castle View Non-Smoking
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double Room Small Double Bed Non-Smoking
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Economy Double Room Castle View No Cleaning Service Non-Smoking
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Small Twin Room No Cleaning Service Non-Smoking
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Ark Hotel Kumamotojo Mae -Route Inn Hotels- offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.6/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Trouser press

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Ark Hotel Kumamotojo Mae -Route Inn Hotels- Location

5-16,Joto-Cho, Kumamoto, Japan
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5-16,Joto-Cho, Kumamoto, Japan
Nearby
Castle
Kumamoto Castle
1300 ft
4-22 Uchitsuboi-machi
Former Residence of Natsume Soseki
1300 ft
Event hall
Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Center
1300 ft
2-1 Honmaru
Kato Shrine
1300 ft
Chibajomachi
Statues of Shonan Yokoi and Ishin
1300 ft
Chibajomachi
Tateki Tani Statue
1300 ft
1 Chibajomachi
Morio Takahashi Bust Statue
1300 ft
2-3 Chibajomachi
Ruins of Miyamoto Musashi's Old Residence
1300 ft
Minamitsuboimachi and Kamibayashimachi
Namikizaka
1300 ft
3-13 Honmaru
Kumamoto Castle Inari Shrine
1300 ft
3-5 Hommaru
Kumamoto Daijingu Shrine
1300 ft
3-13 Honmaru
Kumamotojoinari Shrine
1300 ft
Restaurants
Yoshinoya Kumamoto Kamitori
800 ft
8-17 Kamitoricho Chuo-Ku UI Building II 1F
Kasho
500 ft
1-1 Minamitsuboimachi
Sansuitei
1200 ft
6-18 Kamitoricho
Akagumi Ramen
1500 ft
7-29 Kamitori-cho
Kumamoto Horaku Manju Kumamoto Kamidori
1500 ft
5-4 Kamitoricho
Hannoki
1400 ft
4-39 Suidocho
La Patissiere
1800 ft
Kamitoricho
Negibozu
2300 ft
1-4-5 Shimo-Tori Chuo-Ku
Bunzo
2700 ft
2-24 Anseimachi
Gyoza no Ohsho Shimotori
3300 ft
1-11-12 Shimotori
Getting around
City Centre
Kumamoto6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)27 min  ·  11.0 mi
Saga Airport (HSG)116 min  ·  47.9 mi
Train
Kami Kumamoto Station18 min  ·  5000 ft
Minami Kumamoto Station30 min  ·  1.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of JPY1,980 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Japanese, Korean
Number of rooms:
316
Former name
Ark Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Ark Hotel Kumamotojo Mae -Route Inn Hotels- from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 756 verified reviews
7.7/10
Very good
78%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.7/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Comfort
8.0/10
Facilities
7.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.2/10
Location
8.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.0/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 2266 reviews
7.8/10
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