Chuo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kumamoto, is home to Espoir. Kumamoto Prefectural Art Museum and Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Shimotori Shopping Arcade and Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kumamoto Suizenji Stadium or Aqua Dome Kumamoto.
What's nearby
Kumamoto-jo Hall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Sakura Machi Kumamoto - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Kumamoto City Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Kumamoto Castle - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Kumamoto Station - 18 min walk
Kumamoto (KMJ) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
ほっともっと - 4 min walk
珈琲回廊 - 4 min walk
与志 - 4 min walk
政木屋 - 5 min walk
長崎次郎喫茶室 - 3 min walk
About this property
Espoir
Apartments with kitchenettes, near Kumamoto Castle
Each apartment features a washing machine and a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a coffee/tea maker and free tea bags/instant coffee, and other amenities include free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.
Espoir offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary slippers. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.
This Kumamoto apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.
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Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Espoir pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Espoir?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Espoir?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Espoir?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Espoir located?
Located in Chuo Ward, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kumamoto-jo Hall and Kumamoto Castle. Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Kitaoka Nature Park are also within 15 minutes. Kumamoto Station is 18 minutes by foot and Fujisakigumae station is 28 minutes.
Espoir Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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
gemma
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
18 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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 traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
WING KI
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
10/10 Excellent
seung jin
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Room comfort, communication
잘 머무르다 갑니다.
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