--- title: "REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS, Kumamoto | StayVersus" description: "REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS in Kumamoto: rated 9.3 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/ref-kumamoto-by-vessel-hotels-kumamoto/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-15 --- Hotel · ★★★★ · Vessel Hotel # REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS Shimotori 2-chome, Kumamoto, Japan 9.3 · Exceptional 10,040 reviews · #3 #3 of 118 in Kumamoto · 8.9 Location score ## About REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS is a hotel in Shimotori 2-chome, Kumamoto, Japan. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.3 out of 10 across 10,040 reviews. Facilities include free wi-fi. It is 2.9 km from the centre of Kumamoto. The nearest airport, Kumamoto Airport (KMJ), is 15 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:00 - **Rooms:** 229 - **Floors:** 12 - **Opened:** 2019 - **Chain:** Vessel Hotel - **Other stays within 500 m:** 40 7-2 Shinshigai, Chuo-ku [vessel-hotel.jp](https://www.vessel-hotel.jp/ref/kumamoto/) ## How REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS scores Better rated than 98% of hotels in Kumamoto - Guest rating **9.3** - Location **8.9** - Facilities **2.5** - Families **0.0** - Spa & wellness **2.5** - Public transport **10.0** Kumamoto average ## Amenities ### Pool & wellness - Sauna - Steam room ### Food & drink - Breakfast ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Parking ### Services - Car hire - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - In-room safe - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **8.9**/10 - **Walk grade:** **95**/100 Great for walkers - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150** - **Sights within 1 km:** **20**
Nearest station辛島町停留場30 m1 min walk
Nearest airportKumamoto Airport (KMJ)15 km33 min drive
Distance to the centreKumamoto2.9 km7 min drive
### Sights nearby - 辛島格 顕彰碑70 m - 肥後の里山ギャラリー150 m - JOGK Birthplace of Broadcasting480 m - 湧々座540 m - 熊本城ミュージアム540 m - グラニットボール660 m ## REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS: in detail REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. The hotel offers car hire amenities to assist you in discovering your desired offerings in Kumamoto. When arriving by car, take advantage of the hotel's convenient on-site parking facilities. The hotel offers reception amenities including express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes to ensure a comfortable stay for guests. Whether it's an extended stay or simply needing fresh attire, laundromat, dry cleaning service and laundry service provided by hotel ensures your cherished travel garments stay spotless and accessible. The hotel's daily housekeeping ensures an excellent option for your stay. Need something at the last minute? The convenience stores has you covered, ensuring your requirements are met without any inconvenience. To ensure the well-being and convenience of all visitors, smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire hotel. Smoking is permitted solely in the specified smoking zones allocated by hotel. In order to ensure the utmost level of relaxation, the guestrooms feature an inviting design and are equipped with all basic necessities, creating a delightful stay experience. To ensure a pleasant stay, a selection of rooms at hotel come furnished with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning, all designed with your ease in mind. Selected rooms offer in-room amusement like television as a source of entertainment for guests to enjoy. Rest assured, quenching your thirst is not a concern with a refrigerator available in select accommodations. Understanding the significance of bathroom facilities in enhancing visitor contentment, hotel offers a hair dryer and toiletries within a few chosen chambers. Start your day stress-free at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS as breakfast is made available for you on the premises. Various excellent meal offerings at hotel ensure that enticing and easily accessible options are constantly available. Throughout the day and night, guests can enjoy light refreshments with the hotel offering vending machines. Throughout the day, engage in the entertaining activities available at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS. Unwind and conclude each day delightfully by stopping by steam room and sauna, ensuring a soothing experience. ### Compare ## Compare REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS has a guest rating of 9.3 out of 10 from 10,040 reviews, which is better than 98% of rated hotels in Kumamoto. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. ### Does REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Is there parking at REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS? Yes, parking is available; charges may apply. ### How far is REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS from the airport? The nearest airport, Kumamoto Airport (KMJ), is 15 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS have? REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS has 229 rooms on 12 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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