Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Kumamoto City Hall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Kumamoto Castle - 6 min drive - 1.3 km
Getting around
Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) - 50 min drive
Kumamoto Station - 19 min walk
Fujisakigumae station - 28 min walk
Kumamoto Minami Station - 29 min walk
Suidocho Tram Stop - 22 min walk
Restaurants
松葉 - 3 min walk
珈琲回廊 - 4 min walk
旅彩 - 6 min walk
長﨑次郎喫茶室 - 3 min walk
mighty club - 6 min walk
About this property
Espoir
Espoir puts you just a 5-minute drive from Kumamoto Castle. Bonuses like washing machines, refrigerators, and microwaves are in all apartments.
At a glance
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Property size
5 apartments
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
PETS
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Family friendly
Children stay free (see details)
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Free tea bags/instant coffee
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bathrooms
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided
Shampoo
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Slippers
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Laundry
Washing machine
Climate control
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevators
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
5 rooms
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 200.00 per person, per night
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts cash.
Also known as
Espoir Kumamoto
Espoir Apartment
Espoir Apartment Kumamoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Espoir offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Espoir does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Espoir?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Espoir?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Espoir.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Espoir?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Does Espoir have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchenette which also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
What's the area around Espoir like?
Espoir is a short 6-minute walk from Kumamoto-jo Hall and 10 minutes' walk from Sakura Machi Kumamoto.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Amenities
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2025
This was our favorite apartment accomodation in Japan. Very comfortable and enough space for 2 and in a great location. We could walk to the station and to the city center and castle. The small kitchen was fine for making a small breakfast and coffee. And we really appreciated the wash machine and drying rack! Check in worked exactly as described. Highly recommended!
Stephanie
Stephanie, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2024
Overall good stay for 2 nights
The host was responsive And helpful! Overall it was a good stay except for some items...The room was much smaller than in the pictures. The shower head was super strong and hArd to use. The floor in the place was not the cleanest (hair and dust everywhere).
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Good location with 5-8min walk from bus terminal. The unit is compact with all amenities inlcuding a small kitchen, full size fridge and washing machine. Condition of cooking utensil is excellent. Very efficient communication with the host.
The only down side is that the heating is not very efficient. I stayed in a not-so-cold day (10 degrees), it still take hours to warm up the room, to an extent that i dont feel freezing, but still I need to put on my sweater to keep myself warm.
WING KI
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2022
Pleasant apartment in great location
The flat is more spacious than I expected and we appreciated the washer and balcony equipped for drying clothes. The kitchen area is very small so it was hard to cook. The futons were very comfortable on the mezzanine level and, although the fan helped, it was very hot during the summer to sleep as the a/c does not reach that high. Location was excellent for exploring Kumamoto