Title: Espoir - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Espoir Apartments with kitchenettes, near Kumamoto Castle ![Espoir Shinmachi I 201](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46279200/46279102/2cbbb409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Espoir Shinmachi V 205](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46279200/46279102/38441bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Espoir Shinmachi V 205 | Microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46279200/46279102/8ff5cdf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Espoir Shinmachi II 105 | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46279200/46279102/6718447e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Espoir Shinmachi II 105 | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46279200/46279102/0c2d1ebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Kumamoto-jo Hall and Kumamoto Castle, Espoir has plenty to offer. 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Guests can appreciate conveniences like a coffee/tea maker and free tea bags/instant coffee, and other amenities include free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Espoir offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and slippers. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Kumamoto apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Family friendly - Children stay free (see details) ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Tea bags/instant coffee ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 5 units ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 ### Property is also known as Espoir Kumamoto Espoir Apartment Espoir Apartment Kumamoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Espoir pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Espoir? > As of Sept 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Espoir on Sept 28, 2025 start from CA $75.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Kumamoto-Hotels-ESPOIR.h46279102.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Espoir? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Espoir? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Espoir? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Espoir located? > Located in Chuo Ward, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kumamoto-jo Hall and Kumamoto Castle. Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Sakura Machi Kumamoto are also within 15 minutes. Suidocho Tram Stop is 22 minutes by foot and Kumamoto Station is 18 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question