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Posted on Jun 24, 2026|Sakurajima Club King, Club Lounge Access, Club Guest Room, 1 King, Sakurajima View, High Floor
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Sheraton Kagoshima | Perfect Solo Trip Experience, Watching Sakurajima + Onsen Healing 🌋♨️
【Basic Information】
🏨 Hotel: Sheraton Kagoshima
📅 Check-in Date: June 19th - June 22nd
👤 Travel Type: Solo Traveler
【Overall Rating】⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
I came to Kagoshima for a solo vacation and chose the Sheraton after seeing it recommended by a travel blogger. To my surprise, it exceeded all my expectations! Hygiene, environment, service, and facilities all scored a perfect 5, making it the highlight of my trip.
【About the Room and View】
As described during booking, I stayed in a room with club lounge access.
The moment I opened the door, I was truly amazed – a huge floor-to-ceiling window directly overlooked Sakurajima volcano! Whether it was watching the volcano faintly appear through the morning mist or admiring the city lights come alive in the evening, this view was absolutely breathtaking. The room's interior design was modern and simple with excellent natural light. Staying in such a spacious environment by myself instantly lifted my spirits.
【About Facilities and Service】
As someone meticulous about details, the hotel's cleanliness put me completely at ease; every corner was spotless.
- Gym: The equipment was new and comprehensive. Running on the treadmill while enjoying the view outside made the workout feel effortless.
- Club Lounge: This was a major highlight of my stay! The environment was elegant and quiet, offering not only comfortable sofa areas for relaxing and reading but also dedicated dining areas and a bar. For a solo traveler like me, it provided both a sense of social security and the freedom of personal space.
【Highly Recommended: Natural Onsen and Foot Bath 🛁】
This was definitely the biggest bonus of my stay! The hotel has its own natural onsen, which is a savior for travelers who have been walking all day.
The most thoughtful touch was the outdoor foot bath. If you're traveling alone like me or are a bit shy about public large onsens, this foot bath is absolutely perfect! Sitting on the wooden steps, soaking your feet in the warm spring water, and looking up at the indoor garden scenery – the feeling of relaxation is truly indescribable. You get to enjoy the healing benefits of the onsen without any awkwardness, offering maximum privacy!
【In Conclusion】
If you're traveling to Kagoshima alone or looking for a place to relax and enjoy the scenery, the Sheraton Kagoshima is definitely worth a second visit. Here, it's not just about spending a night; it's about indulging in the luxurious time of gazing at the volcano and unwinding in a foot bath.
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Price per night from:DKK 1,266
Posted on May 31, 2026
Guest UserThe hotel is centrally located near Tenmonkan shopping area, around 2-3 bus stops away from Kagoshima-Chuo station. (May take a while to walk)
The room is comfortable and clean, and room space is surprisingly decent for 2 ppl with opened luggage.
Wifi signal is not the strongest but acceptable.
There's also public onsen available which is good
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Price per night from:DKK 295
Posted on Jan 25, 2026|Standard Double (Shower Booth Only)
a350ryomaThis hotel's location is super convenient, right in the heart of the Tenmonkan area, with the tram stop directly in front. It's walking distance to the bustling downtown and plenty of restaurants, so exploring and dining out was a breeze. The hotel and rooms felt new and clean, making for a very comfortable stay. The artificial carbonated hot spring in the public bath was fantastic for soothing away travel fatigue. I especially enjoyed the breakfast on the top floor, with amazing views of Sakurajima while savoring dishes made with local ingredients. The staff were also very attentive and polite. Overall, I'd say this is a highly satisfying hotel.
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Price per night from:DKK 190
Posted on Jul 1, 2025|No. 1 In Sales Across The U.s., Serta 140×190 [Standard] [Double Room] [Non-Smoking]
二黃What a surprisingly wonderful old ryokan! Operating for a century, its interior boasts a rich Showa-era charm. It definitely feels historic but is spotlessly clean. The true highlight was breakfast, which unexpectedly featured pork shabu-shabu. The broth was made with genuine, high-quality ingredients, and the yuzu kosho was locally sourced. Paired with the black pork, it was absolutely delicious! 😋
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Price per night from:DKK 183
Posted on Dec 6, 2025
Guest User
Slightly dated hotel but very value for money;
Hotel staff were very helpful and professional;
Room has proper desk to work with (and LAN port);
Room wifi was okay;
Has a decent public bath;
Location is a 10minute walk down the road from the busy tenmonkan street where all the food and activities happen (or 1 tram stop away);
It’s also 3 tram stops away from main train station kagoshimachuo.
Located at the intersection of 2 tram lines, which can be convenient when getting back to the hotel (just need to get the tram direction correct)
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Price per night from:DKK 222
Posted on Apr 4, 2026|Semi Double Room Smoking
a1sukaFantastic hotel! It's right by the Sakurajima Ferry, and you can even see Sakurajima Volcano from your room. It's also really close to Kagoshima Station, with a tram and bus stop right outside. Super convenient for getting anywhere!
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Price per night from:DKK 163
Posted on Apr 21, 2026
Guest User
This hotel was great because I could walk to it from Kagoshima-Chuo Station through a covered arcade, so I didn't get wet on a rainy day. The room was spacious, and I could comfortably leave my suitcase open without feeling cramped. It was also very helpful that they kindly stored my luggage both before check-in and after check-out. The 11 AM check-out time was a nice bonus.
The only downside was that the mini-fridge was tucked completely under the room's table, making it awkward to sit down comfortably as my legs kept bumping into it. The chair was also a foldable type, so while I wanted to do some computer work, it wasn't feasible for long periods. This might not be the best choice for business travelers.
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Price per night from:DKK 180
Posted on Jan 19, 2025
Guest User
The hotel is located near restaurants and drug stores in Tenmonkan, and there is a convenience store below the hotel, which was great. Breakfast includes toast, coffee, and yogurt, and we were able to get to the Kagoshima Aquarium Io World by car right next to the hotel.
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Price per night from:DKK 136
Posted on Oct 26, 2025
Guest User
The hotel is about a 3-4 minute walk from Takamibashi Station on the Kagoshima City Tram in Kagoshima City.
It's also close to Kagoshima Chuo Station, making it convenient for dining and shopping.
While the building itself is old, there's a water server and coffee machine behind the front desk that guests can use free of charge.
Amenities, with the exception of toothbrushes, were chosen from a table next to the front desk and taken to go.
There were a few inconvenient points, rather than issues that bothered me.
Luggage cannot be stored here before check-in.
You must store your luggage at the affiliated Hotel Taisei Annex, located a 3-4 minute walk away.
The front desk is also closed in the morning, so you must take your luggage to Hotel Taisei Annex.
This may be unavoidable in order to cut labor costs, but as a guest, I found it inconvenient when encountering rain or strong winds.
The room itself has a workspace for working on a laptop.
However, the Wi-Fi environment was poor, with frequent disconnections and timeouts making it unusable.
These are areas that could be improved. Concerns
The shower water pressure was fine, but the stop positions for the shower and faucet were a bit awkward, so when I came home from outside and went to the bathroom, the water was still running.
The faucet switch would be fine if it was tight, but it was loose no matter which way I turned it, making it difficult to adjust.
I think repairs are necessary to prevent the water from running continuously.
The walls were thin, and I could hear the escort next door, so I couldn't sleep.
The front desk staff were very helpful and explained any questions I had clearly.
Prices vary greatly depending on when you book, but I might use it again if it's cheaper.
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Price per night from:DKK 192
Posted on Nov 19, 2023
MorimorizuMCheck-out was at 12 o'clock, so I was able to relax. Thank you.
It was close to Tenmonkan, so it was very safe and convenient to go drinking and eating. Next time, I'd like to shop at Donki and use the kitchen.
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Price per night from:DKK 97