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Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae

3.0 star property

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A reception desk with a clock, a sign reading "FRONT", and a vase of white orchids. There are three wooden stools in front of the desk.
A multi-story hotel with a green roof and a sign indicating it is a hotel.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.
A buffet setup with various food items in metal trays.
Vending machines with beverages and snacks.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1-45 Ekiminamicho, Hofu, Yamaguchi-ken, 747-0801
  • Place, Hofu Science Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hofutenmangu Shrine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Suokokubun-ji Temple
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ube (UBJ-Yamaguchi - Ube)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, bed sheets

COMFORT Twin Room Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Desk, bed sheets

COMFORT Semi-double Room Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a desk lamp, a telephone, and a mirror.

Comfort Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Comfort Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Twin Room Smoking

Desk, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Hofu

Within a short walk of Hofu Science Museum, Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hofutenmangu Shrine. This 207-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Hofu Science Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hofutenmangu Shrine - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Suokokubun-ji Temple - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Yamaguchi University - 28 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Yamaguchi Kirara Haku Memorial Park - 43 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hofu Station - 5 min walk
  • Fukuoka Airport (FUK) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪コメダ珈琲店 防府八王子店 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪長崎ちゃんめん 防府駅前店 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪カルビ大陸山口防府店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪サンエトワール 防府駅店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ミライザカ ルルサス防府店 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae

At Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. This hotel also has a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free wired internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bidets, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae on Aug 13, 2026 start from $74, including 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 close to Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

This hotel is located in Hofu within a short 13-minute walk of Hofu Science Museum. You'll also find Hofutenmangu Shrine and Mori Museum and Garden within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae feature a casino?

No, Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet and slippers as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

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

Does Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

The closest major airport to Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae is Yamaguchi - Ube Airport (UBJ), which is 26.9 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae that offer a balcony.

Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 472 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 472 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 472 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 472 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 472 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members excellent service and breakfast is great
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place to stay in Hofu. Very friendly for foreigners and great breakfast
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If going to hofu this is the place to stay. Staff is excellent
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was free with a stay but it was gorgeous even though it was my second time and I would stay there again,
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

pleasant buffe style breakfast

I was really satisfied with stay at this hotel, especially with the buffe style breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ayako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is so many option, so I will stay the hotel again with family. Just 3 minutes from Hofu station, Minato exit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
House keeping does a fabulous job along with the morning breakfast ladies
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality ! Room is great. Hotels are clean. Amenities are excellent! Very busy hotel but all staffs are working very efficiently. Breakfast is excellent also ! Super close from Hofu Station with many stores and restaurants around!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toshiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for your hospitality and you made me wonderful memories. My family could drive to see me ( priority). I will chose this hotel again. Thank you so much from USA!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luggage was waiting in our toom
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

JU YEUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

YOSHIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
駅に近くて良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TAKAKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応、食事も充実していてお部屋も綺麗でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Minori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝食は種類豊富で満足。近くにイオンがあるので便利。
防府読売マラソンにて宿泊
駅の反対側から
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yoshiko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
客室は清潔で使いやすい。 大浴場の洗い場のシャワーが少ないが、大きい湯船で気持ちよかった。 朝食は種類豊富でおいしかった。 スタッフの方の対応もよかった。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kazutoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
美味しかったです スタッフも親切でした
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

TAMOTSU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
丁寧に対応して頂きました
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

栄子

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
早朝に出たので朝食は食べなかった
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
良かった！
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

YUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
安価で清潔な部屋でした。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

TAKUMI

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
空調の音かわかりませんが気になる音がありました。 コーヒーを自由にいただけるサービスがあるのはいいですね ありがとうございました
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
清潔でスタッフの対応も良い
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

RYOSUKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
近くにイオンモールもあり、快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yuji

通路の音が響き過ぎ
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

KAORU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
チェックアウト時に荷物を預かってもらい受け取り後もトイレで着替えや荷物の整理をロビーを使わせて頂けたりとても助かりました
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025