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APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Himeji Castle

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
98 Higashiekimae-cho, Himeji, Hyogo, 670-0926
  • Himeji Castle
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Sonoda Racecourse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Himeji Central Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Double Room, Smoking

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Double Room, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Single Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Twin Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Himeji

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita places you next to Shimmei Shrine and within a 10-minute walk of Akajika Shrine. The 168 rooms at this 3-star hotel include refrigerators, electric kettles, and LED TVs.

What's nearby

  • Koko-en Garden - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Himeji City Zoo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Himeji Castle - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sonoda Racecourse - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Himeji Central Park - 16 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Himeji Station - 4 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪英洋軒姫路駅前店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪みんなの立ち呑み - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪うおっとり - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cat Cafe ねこびやか - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪串焼き・串揚げ 一番 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita

Hotel with a restaurant, near Himeji Castle
Guests of APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita enjoy free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and express check-in. Limited parking is available. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
50-inch LED TVs come with cable channels and first-run movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, electric kettles, and phones.

Languages

English, Japanese

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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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,500 to 1,700 for adults and JPY 650 to 650 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 movies

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 available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1500 to 1700 for adults, and JPY 650 to 650 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)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

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.

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.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

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

Is there parking available at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita include a casino at the property?

No, APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include in-room massages, a soaking tub, and premium bedding.

Are there hot tubs at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

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

Does APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Gin-Yuba(銀ゆば）.

Does APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita.

Does APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita.

APA Hotel Himeji Ekikita Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 439 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 232 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wifi wasn't completely reliable. Too few laundry machines. Otherwise, perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
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

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

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

Kazuaki

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kit Wah

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

takashi

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navin

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

8/10 Good

Kazutoshi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hideyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

KA KIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything up to standard
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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

6/10 Okay

NAOHISA

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort
It was smoking room. Therefore, it was bad smailes.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

Moruya

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Marvin, Castro Valley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

KAORU

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward, Homestead

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