Kamoike-Shinmachi 22-1, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture 890-0064, JapanView hotel details
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Guest User
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Jul 2026
Couple
11 reviews
7.5/10
Posted on Sep 5, 2026
The hotel offers an excellent view of the volcano, though it's a bit far from the city center. Public transport options are limited to buses, or you can take a taxi. The hygiene conditions are a bit concerning. There's a convenience store downstairs, but the nearest coffee shop and supermarket are a 10-minute walk away. The service, however, was very good.
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Guest User
Superior Triple Sakurajima View Non-Smoking
Stayed in Jun 2026
Family
20 reviews
6.2/10
Posted on Jul 22, 2026
It's an old hotel, and the wooden furniture in the room is worn out. The front desk staff were very polite, but... the funniest part was the buffet restaurant. In all my travels to Japan, this is the first time I've encountered such an unfriendly attitude. I saw from the original description that it was meant to serve Chinese guests, but a young, thin staff member in the restaurant actually said they don't serve Chinese people (and with a very bad attitude). Even when I asked the front desk to intervene, it was useless. I don't know what Trip.com's legal team is doing; they just said there's no evidence. Anyway, I advise everyone to avoid this hotel. It's a shame the polite front desk staff were wasted. Although they apologized repeatedly when I checked out, the bad impression won't disappear. If you absolutely have to stay at this hotel, choose the Kaiun Japanese restaurant for dining; they are much more polite.
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Guest User
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in May 2026
Couple
11 reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Jun 14, 2026
Great view will Sakurajima in front of the room.
There is a public running track with Sakurajima view near hotel.
Response from Property: Thank you very much for choosing Art Hotel Kagoshima.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your wonderful feedback.
We are delighted that you enjoyed the spectacular view of Sakurajima from your room. The scenery changes throughout the day and is one of the highlights of staying at our hotel.
We are also pleased that you enjoyed the nearby waterfront running course. It is indeed a wonderful place to take a walk or go for a run while admiring the beautiful views of Sakurajima and Kinko Bay.
We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Kagoshima.
ArthotelKagoshima Front Desk
Jeremy Netto
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Apr 2026
Couple
10 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on May 25, 2026
The furniture is a bit dated and worn out but it has a million dollar view of Sakurajima. I had planned to stay only for one night on my way elsewhere but after seeing the view from my balcony, I immediately booked another night and the next day, the staff were very accommodating to allow me to stay in the same room without checking out and checking back in later. Would totally recommend this hotel to anyone.
Response from Property: Thank you very much for choosing Art Hotel Kagoshima.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share such a wonderful review regarding your recent stay.
While we understand that you felt some of our furniture appeared dated and worn, we are truly delighted to hear that the breathtaking view of Sakurajima from your balcony made such a strong impression on you. We are especially honored to know that you decided to extend your stay after seeing the scenery.
We are also very pleased that our staff could assist in making your extended stay comfortable by arranging for you to remain in the same room. Your kind words about our team are greatly appreciated and will certainly encourage us to continue providing thoughtful hospitality.
Thank you as well for recommending our hotel to others. We truly hope to welcome you back again in the future for another memorable stay.
ArthotelKagoshima Front Desk
Guest User
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Mar 2026
Travelling with friends
10 reviews
9.7/10
Amazing
Posted on May 6, 2026
The bus and ferry connections are very convenient, and although it's a bit of a walk from the JR station, there are plenty of amenities nearby. But the unbeatable location is truly the highlight – the balcony offers a direct view of Sakurajima volcano, so you can enjoy the most breathtaking scenery without even leaving your room.
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Response from Property: Thank you sincerely for choosing to stay at Arthotel Kagoshima. We also appreciate you sharing your thoughts on your stay. We are delighted to know that you were satisfied with the convenient transportation and surrounding environment. Although the hotel is a little far from the JR station, we are honored that you found the tranquil environment pleasant and the bus or ferry convenient. Furthermore, we are delighted to know that you enjoyed the beautiful view of Sakurajima directly opposite from your room balcony. We are honored that you were able to fully enjoy the unique and stunning view of our hotel. We will continue to strive to provide you with comfortable and memorable accommodation experiences. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. Arthotel Kagoshima Front Desk
Rahmaninho
Standard Queen Sakurajima View - Smoking
Stayed in Mar 2026
Couple
6 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 14, 2026
The view was awesome. Waking up in the morning to see Sakurajima and the sound of the ferry made the drive south well worth it. Recommended hotel for sure.
Response from Property: Thank you very much for staying at Art Hotel Kagoshima.
We would also like to express our sincere gratitude for your kind feedback.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your mornings accompanied by the view of Sakurajima and the sound of the ferry. We are honored that your stay has become a cherished memory of your trip.
We would also like to express our deepest gratitude for your kind recommendation. We will continue to strive to provide memorable stays for our guests.
We look forward to welcoming you back.
ArtHotelKagoshima FrontDesk
Chang Jeng Quang
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Feb 2026
Couple
37 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Mar 16, 2026
The location of the hotel is good. The room has a view on sakurajima and you can view the sunrise from my room. There are also 2 convenience stores located across the road.
Response from Property: Thank you for staying at Art Hotel Kagoshima.
We also appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay.
We will continue to strive to provide our guests with service that exceeds expectations.
Finally, we look forward to welcoming you back to Art Hotel Kagoshima.
Art Hotel Kagoshima Front Desk
Guest User
Standard Double Room Non-Smoking
Stayed in Jul 2026
Travelling with friends
1 reviews
6.5/10
Posted on Aug 22, 2026
Very good
Response from Property: Thank you very much for staying at Art Hotel Kagoshima.
We would also like to express our sincere gratitude for taking the time out of your busy schedule to share your feedback.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed a comfortable stay with us.
Please be sure to stay with us again the next time you are in the area.
Our entire staff looks forward to welcoming you back.
Art Hotel Kagoshima, Front Desk
Guest User
Standard Queen Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Apr 2026
Couple
1 reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on May 27, 2026
Very good customer service and the beautiful views!
Response from Property: Thank you very much for choosing Art Hotel Kagoshima.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay.
We are delighted to hear that you were pleased with our customer service and the beautiful views. Your kind words are a great encouragement to our staff, and we are very happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us.
We will continue striving to provide all our guests with a comfortable and memorable experience.
We sincerely look forward to welcoming you again.
ArthotelKagoshima Front Desk
vivimimi
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Jan 2026
Family
8 reviews
8.7/10
Very good
Posted on Feb 20, 2026
I originally wanted to book the highly recommended Shiroyama Hotel, mainly to see the active volcano scenery in Kagoshima! But I booked too late. I saw that this art hotel was also said to offer good value for money. The only downside is that it's a bit far from Kagoshima-Chuo, so you'll need to take a taxi, otherwise, the bus ride takes over half an hour. The room with a view is indeed outstanding. However, the hotel is a bit old, and the facilities are a bit dated. Plus, there's no hot spring, and the only swimming pool is closed in winter. There's also an outdoor spa that requires advance booking and a swimsuit, which I unfortunately didn't bring, so I had to give it a miss. The front desk staff spoke good English. The only issue was that on weekends, breakfast was super crowded, and we had to queue for half an hour 😮💨. However, the breakfast spread was quite rich. Overall, it's not bad, especially suitable for those traveling by car.
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Response from Property: Thank you for staying at Art Hotel Kagoshima and for taking the time to share your detailed experience. We are delighted to know you enjoyed the view room. The magnificent view of Kinko Bay and Sakurajima from your room is one of the most anticipated experiences for many guests visiting Kagoshima. We are honored that you had a wonderful time. We also appreciate your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by the slightly dated hotel facilities and the lack of an onsen (hot spring). We also regret that the outdoor spa and pool facilities, due to their limited availability and seasonal opening schedule, could not provide you with a better experience during this stay. We will continue to strive to provide a more comfortable stay for our guests through facility maintenance and service improvements. Furthermore, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by long queues during weekend breakfast hours due to high demand. We will carefully consider your feedback and further optimize breakfast operations and guidance to ensure a smoother breakfast experience for our guests. Thank you again for your valuable review. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again if you travel to Kagoshima in the future. ArtHotelKagoshima Front
Anonymous User
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Jun 2026
Family
7 reviews
6.0/10
Posted on Jul 22, 2026
Very old hotel but mattress is very firm and comfortable. Lobby is not on lift level and that makes managing of luggages difficult. Lack of carpark spaces too.
Response from Property: Dear Guest,
Thank you very much for staying at Art Hotel Kagoshima and for taking the time to share your feedback.
We are pleased to hear that you found the mattress comfortable and enjoyed a restful night's sleep.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the layout of our lobby and the limited availability of parking spaces. As the lobby is located on a different floor from the elevator, we understand that managing luggage can be inconvenient. We also regret that our parking capacity did not meet your expectations.
We appreciate your valuable feedback and will continue working to improve the comfort and convenience of our facilities and services.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Kagoshima in the future.
ArthotelKagoshima Front
Anonymous User
Standard Fourth Sakurajima View Non-Smoking
Stayed in Jun 2026
Family
9 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Jul 21, 2026
Definitely room with a view - Sakurajima Volcano
Room big enough for 4 people, good amenities.
Breakfast good with variety.
Staff was proactive and welcoming at reception and at restaurant.
Parking chargeable at JPY1000 per day, able to enter and exit throughout the day.
Near to Sakurajima Ferry Terminal, 15mins ferry ride to Sakurajima Island. Car less than 5m JPY2300, adult JPY250, child JPY150. Half a day sufficient to explore island, best to go in the morning!
Response from Property: Dear Guest,
Thank you very much for staying at Art Hotel Kagoshima and for taking the time to share such a detailed review.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful view of Sakurajima from your room, as well as the spaciousness and amenities suitable for a stay with four guests. We are also pleased that you enjoyed the variety of our breakfast and that our staff at both the reception and restaurant made you feel welcome.
We are glad that you found our location convenient for visiting the Sakurajima Ferry Terminal and exploring Sakurajima.
Rooms with a direct view of Sakurajima are available in room types other than Single and Double rooms.
We truly appreciate your kind comments and will continue striving to provide comfortable accommodations and attentive service to all our guests.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Art Hotel Kagoshima on your next visit to Kagoshima.
ArthotelKagoshima Front
Ghassan Ahmad Hussein Masri
Standard Twin Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Dec 2025
Couple
3 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Jan 21, 2026
Art Hotel Kagoshima offers a very positive stay overall, largely thanks to its outstanding staff, who consistently went out of their way to assist and make guests feel welcome. I strongly recommend requesting a room with a view of Sakurajima—one of Japan’s most active volcanoes—as waking up to this dramatic landscape is truly priceless. The hotel’s location is also very convenient, with easy access to nearby bus routes. While the rooms are comfortable, the building is clearly dated and would benefit from significant renovations to better match the quality of service.
Response from Property: Art Hotel Kagoshima provided an overall very comfortable stay, thanks to its wonderful staff. They consistently welcomed guests warmly and offered support. I highly recommend requesting a room with a view of Sakurajima, one of Japan's most active volcanoes. Waking up to this dramatic scenery is truly priceless. The hotel's location is also very convenient, with good access to nearby bus routes. While the guest rooms are comfortable, the building is clearly dated and would likely require significant renovation to match the quality of service.ART Hotel Kagoshima Front
Cassia G P
Standard Double Room Non-Smoking
Stayed in Dec 2025
Solo traveller
2 reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Jan 20, 2026
Great view of Sakurajima. Great service and loved the hot springs outside. The place was clean but I would say it could use some dusting in the rooms; I was sneezing like crazy. Perfectly safe to walk anywhere and 7/11 as well as Lawson is right across the street. If you go to Nishimuta store 5-10 minutes away there is delicious soft serve matcha ice cream in the green tea shop for only 190¥.
Response from Property: We are most grateful for your recent stay at Art Hotel Kagoshima and for sharing your heartfelt feedback.We were deeply honoured to read that you were satisfied with the magnificent views of Sakurajima and the service provided by our staff. We also extend our sincere thanks for your detailed introduction to the surrounding area. It is our greatest pleasure to learn that you were able to relax and feel at ease during your stay.However, we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused by the insufficient cleaning of your room, where dust was present. We take your feedback seriously and will strengthen our cleaning verification procedures to prevent recurrence.Our entire staff will continue striving to provide stays that meet your expectations for both scenery and service. We would be delighted if you could visit again in a different season to enjoy Sakurajima's changing expressions.ART Hotel Kagoshima Front
Guest User
Standard Queen Sakurajima View - Non-Smoking
Stayed in Dec 2025
Family
15 reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Jan 9, 2026
Hotel is facing Sakurajima and near the ferry terminal. Could see sunrise every morning from my room, very beautiful. Convenient shops are just opposite the hotel. Rooms are spacious with a balcony.
Response from Property: Thank you very much for staying with us and sharing your feedback.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful sunrise from your room, the view of Sakurajima, and the convenient location near shops and the ferry terminal.
It is also great to know that you found the rooms spacious and comfortable with a balcony.
We look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Kagoshima.
ArthotelKagoshima Front