--- title: "Hotel Sakurai, Kusatsu: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Hotel Sakurai in Kusatsu: rated 8.8 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/hotel-sakurai-kusatsu/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-15 --- Hotel · ★★★★ # Hotel Sakurai Kusatsu, Kusatsu, Japan 8.8 · Excellent 1,100 reviews · #13 #13 of 47 in Kusatsu · 7.6 Location score ## About Hotel Sakurai Hotel Sakurai is a hotel in Kusatsu, Kusatsu, Japan. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 across 1,100 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, free parking. It is 380 m from the centre of Kusatsu. The nearest airport, Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), is 79 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 15:00 - **Check-out until:** 10:00 - **Rooms:** 169 - **Floors:** 16 - **Opened:** 1964 - **Last renovated:** 1995 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 52 465-4 Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun ## How Hotel Sakurai scores Better rated than 60% of hotels in Kusatsu - Guest rating **8.8** - Location **7.6** - Facilities **3.3** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **2.5** - Public transport **8.4** Kusatsu average ## Amenities Swimming poolBarFree parking ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Massage ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar ### Internet - Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Shuttle - Concierge - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **7.6**/10 - **Walk grade:** **76**/100 Good for walkers - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **100** - **Sights within 1 km:** **3**
Nearest station草軽電気鉄道 草津温泉駅跡460 m7 min walk
Nearest airportShinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)79 km177 min drive
Distance to the centreKusatsu380 m6 min walk
### Sights nearby - 草津片岡鶴太郎美術館270 m - ベルツ先生記念碑360 m - ベースボールスター博物館860 m - 草津熱帯圏1.0 km - Tropical Dome1.0 km ## Hotel Sakurai: in detail At Hotel Sakurai, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Amenities at shuttle offered by Hotel Sakurai simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Kusatsu. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Hotel Sakurai with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at Hotel Sakurai come furnished with blackout curtains to cater to your needs and comfort. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water and instant tea. Hotel Sakurai offers a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in the restrooms of specific accommodations. An additional advantage for guests is the executive lounge, which offers an outstandingly cozy and excellently furnished environment for relaxation. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Hotel Sakurai, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. An evening spent at hotel's karaoke rooms can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. At Hotel Sakurai, affordable refreshments are available 24/7 through the convenient vending machines on-site. At Hotel Sakurai, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At the hotel, a wide array of leisure activities guarantees a fulfilling experience during your visit. Enjoy skiing every day as the ski slopes on the premises provides seamless access for your convenience. Conclude your days in complete tranquility by visiting the massage situated precisely at the hotel. At Hotel Sakurai, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool. ### Compare ## Compare Hotel Sakurai with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Hotel Sakurai has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 1,100 reviews, which is better than 60% of rated hotels in Kusatsu. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Sakurai? Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00. ### Does Hotel Sakurai include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Hotel Sakurai have a pool? Yes, Hotel Sakurai has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Hotel Sakurai? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Hotel Sakurai from the airport? The nearest airport, Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), is 79 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Hotel Sakurai have? Hotel Sakurai has 169 rooms on 16 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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