Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Niigata

A stone bridge over water with a city skyline in the background, including a red tower.
A stone bridge over a river with modern buildings in the background.
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A large, historic building with a prominent tower and symmetrical facade.
A large, historic building with a prominent dome and a clock tower.
Photo by Yoshio Kohara (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, a wooden pagoda, and a well-maintained hedge.
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Stay near popular Chuo Ward attractions

A large stadium with a green field, a red flag, and advertisements on the stands.

Denka Big Swan Stadium

8.2/10 (25 reviews)
Catch an event at Denka Big Swan Stadium during your trip to Niigata. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area.
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Things to do

Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

฿9,640
per adult
Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Niigata: Japanese Seafood Culture & Local Market Walk

Niigata: Japanese Seafood Culture & Local Market Walk

฿6,974
per adult
Niigata: Japanese Seafood Culture & Local Market Walk
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Top hotels in Chuo Ward

APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori

APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori

3 out of 5
5-1-1 Bandai Niigata Niigata
The price is ฿1,920 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿1,920
฿2,112 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,215 reviews)
"Clean cozy room with a very comfy bed. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori
Hotel Global View Niigata

Hotel Global View Niigata

3 out of 5
1-2-4 Benten Chuoku, Niigata Niigata Niigata
The price is ฿1,607 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿1,607
฿1,768 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Global View Niigata
Court Hotel Niigata

Court Hotel Niigata

3 out of 5
Chuo-ku Benten 2-3-35 Niigata
Fully refundable
The price is ฿1,015 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿1,015
฿1,117 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aizu Yaichi Memorial Museum and Bandai Pavilion ...
7.8/10 Good! (182 reviews)
"It was quite spacious and clean. Staff was fantastic. My favourite hidden gem of a hotel in Niigata. Always loved staying there. Keep up the good work."

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Court Hotel Niigata
Hotel Sunroute Niigata

Hotel Sunroute Niigata

3 out of 5
1-11-25 Higashi-Odori, Chuo-ku Niigata Niigata-ken
The price is ฿1,114 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿1,114
฿1,347 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aizu Yaichi Memorial Museum and Jotokuji ...
8.2/10 Very good! (597 reviews)
"Excellent staff but terrible smelling rooms. The whole place reeks of cigarette smoke."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Hotel Sunroute Niigata
Hotel Nikko Niigata

Hotel Nikko Niigata

4 out of 5
5-1 Bandaijima Chuo-ku Niigata Niigata-ken
The price is ฿1,837 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿1,837
฿2,224 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful! So many food options in the building and surrounding area. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. It was a short walk to the fish market area. Very cool place. The water shuttle that takes you to different areas of Niigata picks up right there too. Location is prime for ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Nikko Niigata
Art Hotel Niigata Station

Art Hotel Niigata Station

3 out of 5
1-1 Sasaguchi, Chuo-ku Niigata Niigata-ken
The price is ฿1,572 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿1,572
฿1,729 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aizu Yaichi Memorial Museum and Bandai Pavilion ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast! Don’t miss that!!"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

Art Hotel Niigata Station
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Where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Japanese gate with a wooden structure and a signboard listing various establishments.

Konan Ward

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Konan Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.

Higashi Ward

While Higashi Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Niigata City History Museum and Niigata City Art Museum.

A mountainous landscape with dense green forests and a clear sky.
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Nishikan Ward

If you're spending some time in Nishikan Ward, Cave D'occi Winery and Uwasekigata Park are top sights worth seeing.

A bustling fish market with seafood displays and vendors.

Nishi Ward

While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Furusato Village and Herb Land Season.

A modern building with a white facade and large windows.
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Akiha Ward

If you're spending some time in Akiha Ward, Niigata Niitsu Railway Museum and Niitsu Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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