Kikunan Onsen UBL Hotel  

In Kumamoto’s Kita Ward, an onsen-forward 4-star hotel sits about 9 km from the city center and is a short drive from Kumamoto Castle, Musashizuka Park and Kumamoto Agricultural Park.

Roughly 86 guestrooms blend onsen comfort with modern touches—deep soaking bathtubs, air conditioning, refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, desks, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Soak in hot springs, unwind in the sauna and book a massage at the spa center. Other perks include a ping-pong area, kids’ playroom, gift shops, wedding services, designated smoking areas and free self-parking.

Complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet throughout the property and four meeting rooms for events.

Two on-site restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar serve local flavors and casual fare. A buffet breakfast is available for a fee.