What is Higashi Ward like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Kumamoto's Higashi Ward neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit KKWing Stadium and Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden as part of your Higashi Ward travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Higashi Ward?

Based on our traveller data, KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN is one of the top choices for your stay in Higashi Ward. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Higashi Ward?

Expedia has 8 Higashi Ward hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Kumamoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Higashi Ward, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Higashi Ward.

What are the top things to see and do in Higashi Ward?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Higashi Ward with a visit to Suizenji Ezuko Park and Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, KKWing Stadium and Yokoi Kogusu Memorial Hall are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Higashi Ward include Lake Ezu, Monkey D. Luffy Statue and Kumamoto Prefectural Office. When you're sightseeing in Kumamoto, Kumamoto Suizenji Stadium and Kenritsu Library are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Higashi Ward and the greater Kumamoto area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Zoological and Botanical Gardens Entrance Tram Stop is the closest metro station.

Top 10 Higashi Ward Hotels of 2026

A weeping willow over a calm body of water at dusk.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Higashi Ward hotels

A modern bedroom with a bed, desk, and computer.

1. Forest Side Base

Higashi Ward

RM505 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A library with rows of bookshelves and several chairs.

2. KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN

Higashi Ward

RM283 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

3. Hotel Kumamoto Terrsa

Chuo Ward, 2.6 km from Higashi Ward

Carmelle

RM227 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern indoor pool with large windows, a brick wall, and a wooden ceiling.

4. THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

Nishi Ward, 7.1 km from Higashi Ward

Yukiko

RM431 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.

5. Kenchomae Green Hotel

Chuo Ward, 2.1 km from Higashi Ward

AEKYOUNG

RM211 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A serene indoor pool area with a wooden floor, a stone wall, and a large window.

6. Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji

Chuo Ward, 2.9 km from Higashi Ward

"We chose this hotel as it was near the park. The staff were efficient and very helpful. They have us tea and sweets on arrival before showing us to our room. The western style twin beds were clean and comfortable apart from the normal Japanese hard pillows. The legless chairs with cushions were set on a tatami platform and it overlooked a residential area & trees. The shower room was clean and well appointed. As usual there was little room for suitcases except in the corridor by the tea making...

Ann

RM566 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

7. Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Shinshigai, 5.8 km from Higashi Ward

Carlos Ernesto

RM456 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hot spring bath with stone walls and wooden accents.

8. Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

Chuo Ward, 6.1 km from Higashi Ward

Michael

RM392 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A view of a traditional Japanese castle at night through a window, with a lamp and chair in the foreground.

9. Hotel Nikko Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 5.6 km from Higashi Ward

Suresh

RM514 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "Sotetsu Grand Fresa."

10. SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

Shimotori, 5.6 km from Higashi Ward

ZHENGWEI

RM280 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with a glass wall offering a view of a garden.

11. REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

Shinshigai, 5.9 km from Higashi Ward

Kwong Fan

RM401 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern interior with a central sculpture, enclosed by vertical metal panels.

12. KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 6.1 km from Higashi Ward

dragica

RM327 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and potted plants.

13. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 5.8 km from Higashi Ward

SaeJoon

RM278 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a menu stand.

14. HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

Chuo Ward, 5.7 km from Higashi Ward

Wai Hong Albert

RM249 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

15. Green Rich Hotel Suizenji

Chuo Ward, 2.9 km from Higashi Ward

Anonymous traveller

RM227 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A person sitting on a mat outdoors with a traditional building in the background.

16. Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Chuo Ward, 5.8 km from Higashi Ward

Lisa

RM308 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage, including "GRIDS" and "CHO GIN" on the facade.

17. Grids Premium Hotel Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 5.8 km from Higashi Ward

Colin

RM260 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A dining table with multiple wine glasses and a vase with flowers, set against a backdrop of a building and greenery.

18. KKR Hotel Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 6.2 km from Higashi Ward

Peter

RM423 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A building with a traditional Japanese architectural style, featuring a tiled roof and wooden slats.

19. Natural Hot Spring Higo no Yu Onyado Nono Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 5.8 km from Higashi Ward

EATHAN

RM470 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a city view.

20. Crowne Plaza ANA Kumamoto New Sky by IHG

Chuo Ward, 6.5 km from Higashi Ward

Rodney

RM379 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

View all properties

Where to stay in Higashi Ward

Find the best Higashi Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.

Chuo Ward

While you're in Chuo Ward, take in top sights like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and jump on the metro at Suidocho Tram Stop to see more of the city.

See properties

A pink cherry blossom branch with flowers and buds.

Nishi Ward

If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

See properties

A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.

Shinshigai

If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

See properties

A cityscape with mountains in the background, a park with trees, and buildings.

Shimotori

If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

See properties

Minami Ward

While there might not be top attractions in Minami Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aqua Dome Kumamoto and Aeon Mall Kumamoto Clair.

See properties

Top Higashi Ward Hotel Reviews

Hotel Nikko Kumamoto

10/10 Excellent

"The best hotel while in Kumamoto. Very close to all shopping and dining options. Very upscale hotel."

Kamenoi Hotel Aso

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time at the hotel. It is very quiet and the location is amazing. We really enjoyed the buffet dinner and breakfast and the onsen was a great way to start and end the day! Our room was spacious (twin beds) with a great view of the mountain. We will definitely come back if we ever come back in the area. We even considered extending our stay but couldn’t because of other plans. Highly recommended for a relaxing time."

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

8/10 Good

"The Blossom Hotel Kumamoto is hard to find as was advised in the reviews! It ‘s front door is very tall and right up against the Station building!, we found it ok. It is a great hotel in every way and the buffet breakfast was the best that we had on our 16 night trip. The food at breakfast was all labelled with allergens ( gluten free, dairy free, etc) . The quality and choices at breakfast are spot on! Staff are friendly and helpful! We were basically the only Westerners there.! The room was big enough for the three of us and the beds were comfy. Would certainly stay there again!"

Hotels in Higashi Ward, Kumamoto

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Higashi Ward hotels

1. Forest Side Base

2. KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN

3. Hotel Kumamoto Terrsa

4. THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

5. Kenchomae Green Hotel

6. Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji

7. Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

8. Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

9. Hotel Nikko Kumamoto

10. SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

11. REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

12. KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto

13. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

14. HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

15. Green Rich Hotel Suizenji

16. Kumamoto Hotel Castle

17. Grids Premium Hotel Kumamoto

18. KKR Hotel Kumamoto

19. Natural Hot Spring Higo no Yu Onyado Nono Kumamoto

20. Crowne Plaza ANA Kumamoto New Sky by IHG

Where to stay in Higashi Ward

Chuo Ward

Nishi Ward

Shinshigai

Shimotori

Minami Ward

Top Higashi Ward Hotel Reviews

Hotel Nikko Kumamoto

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia