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Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae

3.0 star property
A peaceful garden retreat near Kumamoto Castle where travelers can enjoy modern comforts while exploring the rich artistic and historical treasures of the area

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Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae is steps from Kumamoto Castle, offering a tranquil garden setting and buffet dining. Guests enjoy WiFi while exploring the nearby Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto. The 24-hour front desk ensures smooth arrivals at any hour.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is NT$913
NT$1,004 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double, Non Smoking (Castle View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 198 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room A, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room A, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 233 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room B, Non Smoking (Castle View)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room B, Non Smoking (Castle View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 257 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Compact Twin,Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Compact Twin,Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 198 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 173 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Chuo Ward, a neighborhood in Kumamoto, Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae is in a shopping district and on a river. Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Kumamoto Castle and Suizenji Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Aqua Dome Kumamoto or KKWing Stadium. Visit our Kumamoto travel guide
Map
5-16 Jotomachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken, 860-0846

What's nearby

  • Kumamoto_KumamotoPrefecturalTraditionalCraftsCentre_6102820_03
    Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • On 14 April 2016, a massive earthquake (magnitude 6.2) struck Kumamoto prefecture and damaged numerous structures of the Kumamoto Castle complex including the main castle. Routes and pathways were still open and available for visitors. During our visit, efforts for reconstruction of Kumamoto castle were under way as can be seen in the background of this photo. The Uto Yagura turret (foreground), on the other hand, survived the quake and remains intact.
    Kumamoto Castle
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kumamoto_KumamotoCityHall_553248621532762754_04
    Kumamoto City Hall
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sakura Machi Kumamoto
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Fujisakigumae station
    6 min walk
  • Suidocho Tram Stop
    9 min walk
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • こむらさき 上通中央店
    4 min walk
  • Gluck Coffee Spot
    3 min walk
  • 並木坂フルーツパーラー Fruit Mer
    3 min walk
  • picnic
    1 min walk
  • pizzeria da rocco
    4 min walk

About this property

Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae

Family-friendly hotel near Kumamoto Castle
Located close to Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto, Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and conference space. Be sure to enjoy a meal at 六花-Rokka-, the on-site buffet restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A ballroom, luggage storage, and a reception hall
  • 4 meeting rooms, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 222 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (JPY 1,200 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,980 for adults and JPY 1,000 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 六花-Rokka-

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,023 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 10 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1980 for adults and JPY 1000 for children
  • Self parking fee: JPY 1200 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Ark Kumamotojomae
Ark Hotel Kumamoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae?

As of 2026/3/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae on 2026/3/15 start from NT$913, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for JPY 1200 per night.

What time is check-in at Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

What time is check-out at Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae located?

This family-friendly Kumamoto hotel is located in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre, Kumamoto Castle, and Kumamoto City Hall. Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). Suidocho Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and Fujisakigumae station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ark Hotel Kumamotojomae Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 994 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 434 out of 994 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 994 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 994 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 994 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tai Hu Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
decent location with a decent price with a night view of the kumamoto castle. you can walk to the castle or drive to mount aso easily from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUI FAN LOUISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A old styke hotel but clean & good location. Good view of Kumamoto Castle. Shopping street just a few minutes walking. Lot of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

wai ki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice~

nice service~room with nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful view of the castle straight from the window. Very convenient location for visiting castle and ginza, and plenty of place to eat close to hotel. Only negative is I cannot park our car in the hotels parking lot due to it being long, although it's a regular size car. Offsite parking was not convenient and its a hit and miss and very tight parking spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

PUI K

Exceptional service and excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takeshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel is perfect. Castle is right across the river, Soseki Natsume's old residence is just 5 minutes walk away. You can find nice local food services like Kumamoto ramen Komurasaki and others just around the corners. Free-drink free lounge with a great castle view is just something you want to experience at you hotel. Room, building, staffs, It's an A stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice…in 1995. Now, it feels like the ghost of a hotel. It’s not terrible, but there are a lot of little things that add up. Everything is quite old, the water from the bathroom smells bad, the keys reprogram if they get to close to your cell phone, the decor is all kind of yellow and brown, the beds are stiff and uncomfortable, and for the first time in Japan I encountered hotel staff that seemed like they wished I wasn’t there. No one was rude, but they didn’t seem to like me very much when I bed to get my key fixed. One thing that is great is the view of the castle, that’s is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Liliane Corney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Smart tv in the room for foreigners
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jingnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good location

Very good location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
GOOD
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

おさむ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ying Ru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short 10mins taxi ride from Kumamoto Train station, costs around 10USD for the taxi ride. Within walking distance to Kumamoto Castle, if walking is not your thing, you can take a taxi to the entrance of Josaien, which will lead you to the entrance of Kumamoto Castle as well. The taxi ride was around 5mins, and cost less than 6USD. It is also a short 10mins walk to Tsuruya Departmental Store, and plenty of cute shops in the nearby shopping arcade as well. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

EMI

Liked: Amenities
お城を観ながらフリードリンク、 部屋からもライトアップされたお城が見え シャンプーバーは珍しいと思いました。 平日だったので安く泊まれて良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Mika

Disliked: Cleanliness
狭い所に工夫して色々配置してるのは理解していますが、枕元の壁を挟んでトイレは音とかが気になりました 風呂の換気扇が埃だらけだったこと、風呂の電気を消すと換気扇も止まるのでつけっぱなしにしないと湿気がなくならないことも気になりました
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Seiichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
古い建物ですが綺麗でリラックスでいいました。熊本城の眺望がおすすめです。
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

seiji

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
立体駐車場はミニバンが停めれません。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

ryusuke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
ありがとうございました
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

K

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
清潔ですが、空調が全館形式、窓を開けると騒音が 気になりました。また、洗面台、シャワーも蛇口をひねる形式の為、利用しづらかったです。 但し、部屋の明かりは電灯追加されており、明るく良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

荒木

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
丁寧な接客。美味しい朝食でした(^^)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Akimune

朝食が美味しく、レストランの眺めも良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

junji

Disliked: Staff & service
不満はありませんがチェックイン時女性の説明が早口で分かりづらかった!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Donghoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
복도와 방에서 약간의 오래된 냄새가 남. 전체적으론 친절하고 위치도 좋은 편.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

tadayoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
また訪れたいホテルの一つとなりました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Hideyasu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
熊本城が一望できたこと。 素晴らしい景観で一部改修工事中でしたが、改修後後の完成が楽しみです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025