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I was extremely satisfied with my stay in Kumamoto this time. Especially during the off-season, the value for money is outstanding. It's truly a hotel where it's hard to find any significant flaws. The location is almost perfect. It's right to the JR Kumamoto Station exit, so there's absolutely no stress even with luggage. The hotel is connected to AMU PLAZA Kumamoto, with a shopping mall downstairs, making dining and shopping incredibly convenient. There's also a tram station within 100 meters. Whether you're taking the Shinkansen to other cities or the tram to explore Kumamoto city, the transportation is extremely convenient. This location is especially comfortable for those with a lot of luggage or those using Kumamoto as a transfer point in Kyushu. I personally found the room rate during the off-season to be excellent value for money. For this location, facilities, and service level, it's definitely worth it. The hotel also has a public bath and a sauna. It's worth noting that the public bath is not a real natural hot spring, and its size is a bit small, so it might get crowded when there are many people. However, for a city hotel right next to a JR station, having this amenity at all is a huge plus. It's very relaxing to soak in it after a day of sightseeing. Breakfast is buffet-style, and I personally found the variety to be quite rich. In addition to conventional Japanese and Western breakfast items, you can also find some local Kumamoto and Kyushu specialties, so you won't be eating the exact same things every day even if you stay for a few days. Overall, I was quite satisfied. The service was particularly impressive this time. The front desk staff were polite and enthusiastic, to the point of being almost 'excessive.' They would greet me proactively every time I passed by, and they were very serious about helping with any issues, showing excellent service awareness. It wasn't the kind of mechanical politeness that comes from just following standard procedures. The room itself was also almost flawless. It was clean and comfortable overall, the facilities were relatively new, and the space was good for a Japanese city hotel. The only notable issue I found was actually a very minor detail: some windows only had Roman blinds, not blackout curtains, and the gaps between the curtains were a bit large, making it impossible to fully block out the light. When the sun came out in the morning, light would shine directly through the middle, which could easily wake up light sleepers or those sensitive to light. I suggest the hotel improve this detail in the future. Overall, it was a very satisfying hotel during my Kyushu trip. The location, transportation, shopping, room, service, public bath, and breakfast basically had no significant shortcomings. Especially during the off-season when prices are right, the value for money is excellent. I would definitely prioritize staying here again if I return to Kumamoto.

It was a hotel I booked in a hurry, but I rest well. It is definitely uncomfortable without a private vehicle, but I was able to travel well by running a shuttle bus three times a day. The driver is kind too. The room was spacious and comfortable, and the hot springs were good. Originally, I didn't eat breakfast well, but the breakfast was delicious, so I ate it full for two days. ㅎㅎ Check-out is 10 am, but I was worried that the shuttle bus was 11 o'clock. Time is going soon!

I stayed here for one night. I was looking for a place to stay while visiting my parents, and I found this inn where my parents had their wedding, so I made a reservation. The spacious Japanese-Western room was immaculately cleaned and very comfortable. The front desk staff were all very kind. I stayed here with my husband, who is a foreigner, and they were very attentive to my husband's limited Japanese. The souvenir corner was also well-stocked, and as a native of Kumamoto, I was thrilled to find Kumamon merchandise (lol). I would definitely like to stay here again when I visit my parents again. It's going to get hotter from now on, so please take care of your health.

It's surprisingly upscale; for this price range, it's one of the most respectable hotels. It's within walking distance of Jojuen Garden, but I'd actually recommend the park below Jojuen Garden—it's free and a popular spot for Japanese people.