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A hallway leading to a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A room with tatami flooring, a television on a white stand, and a table with documents and a remote control.

A modern building entrance with a sign reading "Shironoshita Guesthouse" and Japanese text below.

A staircase with wooden steps and white walls.

1. Shironoshita Guesthouse - Hostel

2.3 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Anne-Sofie

NT$1,616

NT$1,777 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden paneling on the right, and a number sign on the left.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a built-in TV, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and a view of the outside.

2. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji

3 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Matthew

NT$1,735

NT$1,908 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A multi-tiered castle-like structure with traditional architecture, including multiple levels and a stone base.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, large windows, and a well-lit interior.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, brick walls, and modern chandeliers.

3. Hotel Monterey Himeji

3.2 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Yasuko

NT$1,762

NT$2,287 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern outdoor swimming pool with a city view at night.

A corner of a room with a view of a cityscape at night.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and two chairs.

A modern interior with a large window overlooking a cityscape at night.

4. SETRE Highlandvilla HIMEJI

1.7 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Ashley

NT$5,644

NT$6,287 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern lobby with marble walls, elevators, and a reception area.

A hotel entrance with a parking sign, glass doors, and a signboard with Japanese characters.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted clock, and a shelf with amenities.

A spacious cafeteria with multiple tables and chairs, a vending machine, and a large window providing natural light.

5. Toyoko Inn Himeji-eki Shinkansen Kita-guchi

3.1 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Elias

NT$1,784

NT$1,962 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outside through a window.

A bathroom with a large window, a bathtub, and a mirror on the wall.

A restaurant interior with a wooden floor, a chandelier, a counter with a cash register, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea sets, and shoji screens.

6. Hotel Claire Higasa

3 km from Sonoda Racecourse

TADAO

NT$2,246

NT$2,471 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A modern, well-lit office space with long tables, chairs, and a reception area with a wooden counter and plants.

A hotel corridor with lockers, a staircase, and a modern design.

A hotel corridor with lockers, a changing room, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

A modern conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas.

7. Tabist CapsuleHotel APODS Himeji Station

3.1 km from Sonoda Racecourse

David

NT$2,225

NT$2,447 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a city view.

A modern interior with two white cushioned seating areas facing a wall with a geometric tile pattern.

A modern reception area with a wooden counter, two bar stools, and a decorative wall with a floral pattern.

8. KOKO HOTEL Himeji Castle

2.6 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Hugh

NT$1,049

NT$1,154 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television, a chair, a small table, a bed, and a window with curtains.

A breakfast bar with a brick wall background, a coffee maker, a rice cooker, and a stack of orange plates.

9. Comfort Hotel Himeji

3 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Andrew

NT$1,469

NT$1,616 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A modern elevator interior with a patterned wall, a marble floor, and a digital display.

A modern breakfast area with a buffet setup, coffee machines, and a seating area with a bench.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table with a lamp, and a patterned wall.

10. APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

3 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Andy

NT$1,001

NT$1,212 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a television.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on each floor.

A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, doors on both sides, and a number 901 on the right door.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and a fire extinguisher.

11. HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae

3.1 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Troy

NT$1,318

NT$1,468 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A multi-story building with a balcony, a large tree in front, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a toilet.

A hotel named 'Hotel Carnaval' with a stone wall entrance, a flag, and a clear sky.

12. HOTEL CARNEVAL - Adults Only

2.9 km from Sonoda Racecourse

MAYUMI

NT$1,092

NT$1,201 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A wooden deck overlooking a pond with a waterfall and autumn-colored foliage.

A gazebo in a snowy park with a traditional building in the background.

A room with a wooden floor, a central raised platform, and black mats arranged around it.

A traditional Japanese gate with vertical slats and a lit lantern on the wall.

13. WholeHouse　Himeji

2.5 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Frank

NT$6,568

NT$9,031 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A bathroom with a bathtub, sink, toilet, and a mirror.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign, large windows, and a visible entrance.

14. Abest Himeji

3 km from Sonoda Racecourse

NT$1,423

NT$1,565 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a curtain.

A woman standing in front of an elevator with a control panel displaying floor numbers and buttons.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A spacious, modern dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

15. Richmond Hotel Himeji

3.7 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Kamil

NT$1,372

NT$1,509 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A modern reception area with a central desk, bar stools, and a sofa.

A tall, modern hotel building with a prominent sign at the top.

A modern interior with seating areas, tables, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, multiple sinks, and wooden lockers.

16. Tabino Hotel Kakogawa Befu Station

19.5 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Wai Yan Cindy

NT$1,945

NT$2,139 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden interior, a stone hot spring, and a view of the outside garden.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, red seating, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a signboard, and a small tree in the foreground.

17. Dormy Inn Himeji Natural Hot Spring

3.5 km from Sonoda Racecourse

YOKO

NT$2,019

NT$2,221 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

18. HOTEL ABAREDANUKI NO ONIBUKURO - Adults Only

3.2 km from Sonoda Racecourse

NT$1,147

NT$1,262 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

19. HOTEL RETOUR HIMEJI - Adults Only

5.5 km from Sonoda Racecourse

NT$1,275

NT$1,402 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a decorative object, and a view of a wooden fence and trees outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sofa, and sliding doors.

A modern bathroom with wooden paneling, a small wooden stool, and a view of a garden through a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese sliding door leading to a garden with a wooden bench.

20. Tatsuno Castle Town Machiya Villa Kurasu

14.3 km from Sonoda Racecourse

Leung

NT$9,322

NT$10,254 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Sonoda Racecourse

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Shironoshita Guesthouse - Hostel	9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Hotel Monterey Himeji	9.2 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
SETRE Highlandvilla HIMEJI	9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Himeji-eki Shinkansen Kita-guchi	8.6 Excellent 667 reviews	View

Top Sonoda Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Dormy Inn Himeji Natural Hot Spring

10/10 Excellent

"Everything Excellant!! Recommendable."

Hotel Monterey Himeji

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Excellent breakfast with views of Himeji Castle. Convenient location very close to railway station. Friendly, helpful staff."

Richmond Hotel Himeji

8/10 Good

"初めての宿泊でアメニティがたくさんあり、大変助かった。事前に分かっていれば持ち物が少なくって良かったと思う。"

Toyoko Inn Himeji Station Shinkansen Minami

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome"

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji

10/10 Excellent

"Nice Good hotel Enjoyed"

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

10/10 Excellent

"Good hotel in a great location with an excellent and helpful staff. Minutes away and easy walking distance from Himeji Station, the Castle, and a covered shopping arcade with many shops and restaurants. Plus you have easy access to all the stores in and around the train station. Rooms are clean, thoughtfully outfitted and functional."

Toyoko Inn Himeji-eki Shinkansen Kita-guchi

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel and really Friendly staff, close to the train station and almost on top of the castle and grounds. Rooms were spacious and very clean with all the amenities you could want. Very close the shops, bars, restaurants and sight seeing spots. Well worth considering if your going to Himeji."

Himeji Station Universal Hotel South Exit

8/10 Good

"Clean and enjoyable for all activities"

HOTEL LiVEMAX PREMIUM Himejieki-Minami

10/10 Excellent

"The bath in the room was a surprise and we enjoyed it. It is a hidden gem in the area especially for the price we paid. Definitely we will stay here again. The 2-bed room we stayed was roomy and with a good view. Very satisfied with the view. Only thing the hotel does not offer is breakfast. But it could be easily arrange in the area close by."

Other attractions near Sonoda Racecourse

Buttonji Temple

Buttonji Temple is just one of the places to see in Himeji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

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Entokuji Temple

Entokuji Temple is just one of the places to see in Himeji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

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Kuwabara Shrine

Kuwabara Shrine is just one of the places to see in Himeji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

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Renchoji Temple

Renchoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Himeji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

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Shoganji Temple

After visiting Shoganji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Himeji. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

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Takamatsu Temple

Takamatsu Temple is just one of the places to see in Himeji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

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Saeki Shrine

Saeki Shrine is just one of the places to see in Himeji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

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Shichiku Inari Shrine

Shichiku Inari Shrine is just one of the places to see in Himeji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sonoda Racecourse?

Sonoda Racecourse is located in an area of Himeji known for its interesting historical sites. You'll find 49 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Sonoda Racecourse?

Himeji Station Universal Hotel South Exit is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Sonoda Racecourse. Other good choices within a few miles include Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji and Hotel Monterey Himeji.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Sonoda Racecourse?

Expedia has 49 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sonoda Racecourse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sonoda Racecourse, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Sonoda Racecourse.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sonoda Racecourse?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Sonoda Racecourse, click here.

What can I see and do near Sonoda Racecourse?

You'll want to browse the collections at Himeji City Museum of Art, Himeji City Museum of Literature, and Japan Toy Museum. Sights like Himeji Castle, Fudoin Temple, and Zendoji Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Koko-en Garden, Otemae Park, and Himeyama Park.

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Our top choices for Sonoda Racecourse hotels

1. Shironoshita Guesthouse - Hostel

2. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji

3. Hotel Monterey Himeji

4. SETRE Highlandvilla HIMEJI

5. Toyoko Inn Himeji-eki Shinkansen Kita-guchi

6. Hotel Claire Higasa

7. Tabist CapsuleHotel APODS Himeji Station

8. KOKO HOTEL Himeji Castle

9. Comfort Hotel Himeji

10. APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

11. HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae

12. HOTEL CARNEVAL - Adults Only

13. WholeHouse Himeji

14. Abest Himeji

15. Richmond Hotel Himeji

16. Tabino Hotel Kakogawa Befu Station

17. Dormy Inn Himeji Natural Hot Spring

18. HOTEL ABAREDANUKI NO ONIBUKURO - Adults Only

19. HOTEL RETOUR HIMEJI - Adults Only

20. Tatsuno Castle Town Machiya Villa Kurasu

Compare popular hotels close to Sonoda Racecourse

Top Sonoda Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Dormy Inn Himeji Natural Hot Spring

Hotel Monterey Himeji

Richmond Hotel Himeji

Toyoko Inn Himeji Station Shinkansen Minami

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

Toyoko Inn Himeji-eki Shinkansen Kita-guchi

Himeji Station Universal Hotel South Exit

HOTEL LiVEMAX PREMIUM Himejieki-Minami

Other attractions near Sonoda Racecourse

Buttonji Temple

Entokuji Temple

Kuwabara Shrine

Renchoji Temple

Shoganji Temple

Takamatsu Temple

Saeki Shrine

Shichiku Inari Shrine

Frequently asked questions

13. WholeHouse　Himeji