Kagoshima (Ž­Ž™“‡) is Kyushu's southernmost major city and the capital of Kagoshima Prefecture. The city is often compared with its Italian sister city Naples due to a similarly mild climate, palm tree-lined streets, relatively hot tempered inhabitants and rumbling Mount Sakurajima, Kagoshima's Vesuvius.

The city has a rich history as the former seat of one of Japan's most powerful feudal clans, the Shimazu, who played a central role in the Meiji Restoration. Besides offering several attractions on its own, the city can also serve as a base for a variety of attractive day trips, such as to the Kirishima Mountains and the Satsuma Peninsula, and as the stepping stone to island destinations further south, including Yakushima and Amami Oshima.

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    • Sheraton Kagoshima
      Luxury
      Sheraton Kagoshima has a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kagoshima. This 5-star hotel offers a business centre and a concierge service. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Sheraton Kagoshima features some units with city views, and all rooms have a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at Sheraton Kagoshima. The hotel offers a range of wellness facilities including a sauna and a hot spring bath. Guests at Sheraton Kagoshima will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kagoshima, like hiking and fishing. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kagoshima Chuo Station, Korai Bridge and Museum of the Meiji Restoration. Kagoshima Airport is 39 km from the property.
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    • SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima
      Luxury
      Featuring an open-air natural hot spring bath overlooking Sakurajima Volcano and the sea, SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima offers a spa centre, 7 dining options and a concierge. Rooms have free wired internet. Some rooms come with a view of Sakurajima volcano and Kinko-wan Bay. All are equipped with an LCD TV with satellite channels, a fridge and a safe. The spa at SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima offers a mist sauna, a flower bath and massage treatments. Guests can also enjoy karaoke and shopping. Restaurant Le Ciel offers panoramic city views and Western food, while other restaurants serve Japanese and Chinese specialities. Castle Park houses its own bakery and brewery. A free bus circulates between SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima, JR Kagoshima Chuo Station and downtown area Tenmonkan, both a 10-minute drive away.
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    • fav KAGOSHIMA CHUO
      Luxury
      Fav KAGOSHIMA CHUO is set in Kagoshima, within 2.9 km of Kagoshima Station and less than 1 km of Xavier Taika Kinenhi. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. At fav KAGOSHIMA CHUO the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kagoshima Chuo Station, Museum of the Meiji Restoration and Korai Bridge. Kagoshima Airport is 38 km from the property.
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    • GRAND BASE Kagoshima
      Mid-range
      Located in Kagoshima, 1.3 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station and 2.5 km from Kagoshima Station, GRAND BASE Kagoshima offers free WiFi and air conditioning. There is a private entrance at the aparthotel for the convenience of those who stay. The aparthotel features family rooms. Each unit is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with bidet and slippers. A fridge and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Museum of the Meiji Restoration, Korai Bridge and Xavier Taika Kinenhi. The nearest airport is Kagoshima Airport, 38 km from GRAND BASE Kagoshima.
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    • Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan PREMIER - former Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan
      Luxury
      Featuring 4-star accommodation, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan PREMIER - former Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan is situated in Kagoshima, 1.8 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station and 2 km from Kagoshima Station. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. St. Xavier Church is 700 metres away and Korai Bridge is 1.1 km from the hotel. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan PREMIER - former Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan include Central Park, Xavier Taika Kinenhi and Sengoku Tenjin. Kagoshima Airport is 38 km from the property.
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    • GRAND BASE Kagoshima Chuo
      Mid-range
      Set within 1.1 km of Kagoshima Chuo Station and 3.2 km of Kagoshima Station, GRAND BASE Kagoshima Chuo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kagoshima. It is situated 1.5 km from Museum of the Meiji Restoration and features a lift. The aparthotel has family rooms. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with hot tub and slippers. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while selected rooms also feature a balcony. At the aparthotel, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Xavier Taika Kinenhi, St. Xavier Church and Korai Bridge. The nearest airport is Kagoshima Airport, 37 km from GRAND BASE Kagoshima Chuo.
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    • GRAND BASE Kagoshima Tenmonkan
      Mid-range
      Situated within 2.7 km of Kagoshima Chuo Station and 1.6 km of Kagoshima Station in Kagoshima, GRAND BASE Kagoshima Tenmonkan features accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. There is a private entrance at the aparthotel for the convenience of those who stay. The aparthotel has family rooms. Every unit features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, washing machine, kettle and kitchenette. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Central Park, Minato Odori Park and Kagoshima City Museum of Art. The nearest airport is Kagoshima Airport, 39 km from GRAND BASE Kagoshima Tenmonkan.
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    • Hostel Tomal
      Budget-friendly
      Hostel Tomal is located in Kagoshima, within less than 1 km of Kagoshima City Museum of Art and a 7-minute walk of Sengoku Tenjin. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station. All rooms have a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, while selected rooms also offer a kitchen equipped with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Kagoshima Station, Minato Odori Park and Central Park. The nearest airport is Kagoshima Airport, 39 km from Hostel Tomal.
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    • Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Kagoshima
      Luxury
      Opened in 2012, Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Kagoshima is just a 2-minute walk from JR Kagoshima-Chuo Train Station and features a French restaurant and massage services. Its modern rooms impress with a 4-star decor and a spacious shower room with a bathtub. Free WiFi is available throughout the premises. Polished wood panelling, soft lights and plush carpets await guests in the rooms at Kagoshima Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel. Each room has an LCD TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea, and the bathing area and toilet are separated for improved hygiene. Some rooms have views of Sakurajima volcano. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from the Ishin Furusato-kan Museum, which focuses on the Meiji Restoration. Sengan-en Japanese Garden is 6 km away. A coin launderette is available for use. A Japanese/Western breakfast is served for an extra fee at Kuwahara Restaurant, where French course lunches and dinners can also be enjoyed.
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    • Henn na Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan
      Luxury
      Situated 1.6 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station, Henn na Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan offers 4-star accommodation in Kagoshima and features a restaurant. The property is close to Sengoku Tenjin, Central Park and Terukuni Shrine. The hotel has a sauna, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guests at Henn na Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kagoshima Station, Xavier Taika Kinenhi and St. Xavier Church. Kagoshima Airport is 38 km from the property.
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