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HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae

2.5 star property
Hotel connected to a shopping center in Himeji

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
14-2 Minami, Himeji, Hyogo-ken, 670-0912
  • Koko-en Garden
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Himeji Castle
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Himeji Central Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Non Smoking (Deluxe type)

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room, Non Smoking (Deluxe type)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room, Smoking (Deluxe type)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Smoking

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Semidouble Room, Smoking

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Semidouble Room, Non Smoking

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Non-smoking Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Single Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Single Room Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Himeji

Located within a 5-minute walk of Osakabe Shrine, HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae is within a 15-minute stroll of Shimmei Shrine. This 92-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and LED TVs. Centrally located in Himeji, the hotel is connected to a shopping center, and a short walk from Daishogun Shrine and Odoshi Shrine.

What's nearby

  • Koko-en Garden - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Himeji City Zoo - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Himeji Castle - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sonoda Racecourse - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Himeji Central Park - 16 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sanyo Himeji Station - 2 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪南町串焼きセンター - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪英洋軒南町栄通り西店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪五島列島 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪姫路食堂 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪マザームーンカフェ 姫路店 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae

Hotel connected to a shopping center in Himeji
Guests staying at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
32-inch LED TVs come with digital channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, toilets with an electronic bidet, and slippers. Refrigerators, microwaves, and desks are also standard.

Languages

Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No alcohol is served at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji-Ekimae
LiVEMAX Himeji-Ekimae
HOTEL LiVEMAX
LiVEMAX
Livemax Himeji Ekimae Himeji
HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae Hotel
HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae Himeji
HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae Hotel Himeji

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae?

HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae?

As of Jul 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae on Jul 13, 2025 start from $43.76, 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.

What's there to do around HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae?

Located steps from Osakabe Shrine, this hotel is in Himeji, and within a 10-minute walk of Shimmei Shrine and Daishogun Shrine. You'll also find Gokoku Shrine and Koko-en Garden less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae include a casino?

No, HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae good for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include free Internet access and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae though service animals are welcome.

Does HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae.

HOTEL LiVEMAX Himeji Ekimae Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 464 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 464 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 464 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 464 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 464 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Damian

Worst of all the hotels I stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Babak

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
No a good hotel very small and smely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Regina

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room has a kitchen and nice fridge and tv
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the room was well designed to include all the basics a person needs. Nothing was luxurious but everything was practical and functional. Personally, I found the bed uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with family

I would book here again but not first choice

Room was ok. Room on the smaller side of our stay. A bit dated. Location was good, close to the station and castle. Bed was a bit too hard. Our room window looked right onto another buildings outdoor staircase. Problem was that the light for the staircase beamed into our room as the blinds were a couple of inches from the wall and let lots of light in, right into the eyes of the person on the bed next to the wall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ailen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness needs to be improved.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, well run, efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No frills place to stay. minimal desk personnel, Decent room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for price paid
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Anna

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very poorly maintained and shabby property, with staff who did not seem to care at all, when they could be found. I will never stay here again. The best that can be said of it, is that is was not overtly dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHUEN YEE

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

Love it.

Super value. Inexpensive. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station, nice staff. Stored our bags while we went to the castle
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Typical Japanese very small room.

Reasonable access to train station, reasonable English spoken.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Roy

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

budget hotel without being 'cheap' feeling

second stay at this hotel, and still is a good value choice. Although a very business / working man's hotel with no restaurant, it's clean and very convenient to the train station, markets, stores, and food and a 20 minute walk to Himeji Castle. Room was surprisingly large and included a microwave and small sink. Washers and dryers on several floors is also a bonus, as well as vending machines for that late nite drink. Most inexpensive hotel in all my 16 day stay, but it's definitely not a 'cheap' feeling. If ever back in Himeji, definitely will consider staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Shinyoung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall good. Just as much as its price. Close to the train station. Washing machines are on two floors.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Ok for one night

Nothing spectacular, the hotel is well located and our room was decent, bed was comfortable, the room was well equiped.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Shalendra

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Uncomfortable stay

Hotel overall is ok but the room comfort was not ok. Bed was very hard and tiny. Could barely fit us. Room was clean. The hotel does not have blockout curtains and the curtain installed was tiny. There was no way to stop the light from coming in. So overall the comfort factor was not there. Staff hardly understand English.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gav, Adelaide, SA

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

Friendly and convinent.

Great place to stay. Small room but very clean. Staff and managment are very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Calvin Konner, Bethesda, MD

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

Comfortable and Convenient

The hotel offers good facilities in a location convenient to the railway station.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Nottingham, UK

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

Good hotel near train station and restaurants

Hotel livemax is placed conveniently near the JR station and loads of restaurants. Wedding distance to Himeji castle. The friendly staff let us leave our luggage at the hotel before check in time. The rooms are compact typical of Japan but clean and comfortable. There is a mini kitchen in the wardrobe! Would recommend.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler