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APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

3.0 star property
Express check-in gets travelers on their way quickly to explore historic Himeji Castle, creating an efficient start to a memorable Japanese adventure

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APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita, in central Himeji, offers welcoming staff and practical amenities. Enjoy in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and dry cleaning services. Refuel at the on-site restaurant before exploring nearby attractions.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿1,242
฿1,503 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Single Room, Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Double Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Double Room, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Himeji, APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita is in the city centre and near a train station. Himeji Central Park and Otemae Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Koko-en Garden and Arcrea Himeji Culture and Convention Center. Himeji City Zoo and Tegarayama Central Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Himeji travel guide
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98 Higashiekimae-cho, Himeji, Hyogo, 670-0926

What's nearby

  • Koko-en Garden, a Zen garden with some autumn colours. Photo taken in Himeji #Japan #Zen #LifeAtExpedia
    Koko-en Garden
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Himeji Castle is a flatland-mountain Japanese castle complex located in Himeji.
    Himeji Castle
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arcrea Himeji Culture and Convention Center
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gokoku Shrine
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Himeji City Zoo
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Himeji Station
    5 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    150 min drive

Restaurants

  • 居酒屋楽歳駅北店
    2 min walk
  • やま義
    1 min walk
  • 英洋軒姫路駅前店
    2 min walk
  • 中華菜館紅宝石
    1 min walk
  • うおっとり
    1 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

Hotel near Himeji Castle
APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A lift, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 168 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and first-run films, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and toilets with electronic bidets
  • 50-inch LED TVs with cable channels and first-run films
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,800 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,700 to 1,900 for adults and JPY 1,700 to 1,900 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gin-Yuba(銀ゆば）

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 11 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • First-run films

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1700 to 1900 for adults and JPY 1700 to 1900 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1800 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita Hotel
APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita Himeji
APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita Hotel Himeji

Frequently asked questions

Is APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita on 22 Mar 2026 start from ฿1,242, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita located?

Located in the heart of Himeji, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shimmei Shrine and Himeji Castle. Osakabe Shrine and Arcrea Himeji Culture and Convention Center are also within 10 minutes. Himeji Station is only a 5-minute walk and Sanyo Himeji Station is 5 minutes.

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Reviews

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 429 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 227 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and had excellent location and amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice decoration, good value

Nice hotel in good location for the train station and castle.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable place, located close to Himeji Castle
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sing big hercules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay while staff are really friendly. parking just next door and not expensive breakfast is reasonable and convenience, it worth the money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a great location with friendly and helpful staff whose English is also amazing. I have already booked a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants. Easy access to transit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed again.

I stayed by myself last year but this time I stayed with my son. Room was large enough for 2 adults. Close to Himeji Castle and many restaurants. It was very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Fernando

Checking in quickly and efficient! Nice hotel located in the centre of the city close to the Himeji main train station and the Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small and rather stuffy rooms. Location is nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A real Japanese contemporary hotel

It's a super clean hotel, really gorgeous interior. The staff is so polite and so very helpful! They made sure the Takyubin would take our luggage to Kyoto on time for the next day, was so helpful to us! They were great! It's a shame the room and bathroom are so small, but it's a Japanese hotel, so that's how it is in this kind of hotel. Good price for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I would stay here again!

Room was clean and beds were comfortable. Shower space was odd and water couldn’t be contained in the shower so floor was fairly wet. We were able to watch a movie in English which was a welcoming respite after being on the road for 12 days. Also the location was perfect to walk to the Himeji Castle and garden area and many reason Otemae-dori street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

daynight

great location to downtown and being able to walk everywhere. hotel does not have parking but there was a public parking next door which was convenient. i would stay at the APA again if i was in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable

Comfortable and well equipped for a short stay. Rooms are a little smaller than some similar hotel chains, but perfectly OK and comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful. UK TV news and English language films were a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
God value for money. Very friendly personal.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

BRANKO

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We arrived an hour earlier for check in and lady at the front desk told us that if we would like to check in earlier we will need to pay additional 1000 yen per each hour. So room was ready. We stayed at 7 different hotels on our trip and Apa was the only one asking for payment for earlier check in even if room was ready. Otherwise hotel was good, clean, room was on the small size (on the photos looks bigger). We opted for breakfast which we did not like.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room. Lots of free streaming on the tv. Small bathroom. The temperature was awful, like 25C because you can't control the AC. The beds were very soft, which we do not prefer at least, but that is subjective.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the better APA hotels I have stayed at. The rooms are small but clean and have plenty of amenities. A nice extra was the free movie channel. The breakfast, although focused mainly on the Japanese palette, had enough variety for all. The room rate was incredibly affordable. Overall a nice comfortable stay. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Very satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A bit far from Himeji station but otherwise par for the course for an APA hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Cost effective, nice place to stay in Himeji. Close proximity to town, restaurants, convenient stores, JR station and famous Himeji castle. Breakfast options are limited.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot near roppongi, easy to get to and from with mass transit
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good property, standard APA Hotel room. Very spacious and roughly a 6 minute walk from the main Himeji station. Good for solo travelers and dual travelers. Solo travelers can fit their check in, carryon and personal here. Two people can, but if they pack a tad lighter.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moruya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice that we could leave our luggage there allowing us to visit the castle and enjoy the festivities without carrying our luggage around.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Navin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024