Choose this hotel for its location. We came to Kumamoto by train and left also by train. This hotel is well located just beside the station with about 3 minutes walk. The tram can take you to the city center of Kumamoto. It's a basic hotel with all the basic facilities. The room is not spacious but enough for one... More

It's right outside the JR Kumamato station, so easy to find. The building seemed new. It was clean and pleasant feel. Staff was wonderful and polite. We got a room on higher floor to have a view. We got partial view of the train station which allowed my son to see lots of trains coming and going. He loved that.... More

Just a few minutes from the JR station, the hotel is clean and is great value for money. If you become a member (about 1200 yen for lifetime membership) you get additional discounts (especially on Sundays), which easily pay off after a few nights.

Very clean room with safebox in the room. Unfortunately the hotel is next to the tram line n the room can be noisy. Hotel offers free breakfast n curry rice for supper. There is also laundry facilities within the hotel. I would definitely stay here again but u do have to book ahead as it is fully booked on weekends.

The staff there are out to steal your money. I had the misfortune of staying at this hotel for two nights. At check-in, the staff did not give me a receipt when i asked for one. I thought nothing of it until the next evening, I get a knock at my door. It was one of the staff, who hands... More

This hotel is quite close to the train station and tram stop, so it's easy to get to the sights. Staff was friendly and helpful, with adequate English skills. The twin room was typically small, but efficient and comfortable. The bed was firm and comfortable, with nice linens and a thick, comfortable pillow. The private bathroom had the usual amenities,... More

Stayed at the Toyoko Inn by the JR Station in Oct 2008. The hotel is new and very nice. The rooms are small, as are all Japanese business hotels, but not so small that it is a problem. The wife and I had a double and had no problems with the size. The hotel is just a short walk from... More