With a stay at HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel in Kumamoto (Nishi Ward), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kumamoto Castle and Aqua Dome Kumamoto. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Kitaoka Nature Park. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and lockers. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Make yourself at home in one of the 51 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.