Hotel Excel Okayama puts you a short five-minute drive from Okayama University. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants. Fellow travellers say good things about the overall property condition.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
89 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (JPY 850 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Off-site parking nearby (JPY 850 per night; booking required)
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
2 restaurants
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Free bike hire
Facilities
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 880 per person
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs JPY 850 per night with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 850 per night (1640 ft away)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Excel Okayama offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Excel Okayama does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Excel Okayama?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Excel Okayama?
Yes. Self-parking costs JPY 850 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Excel Okayama?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Excel Okayama and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Hotel Excel Okayama also has a spa.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Excel Okayama?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
Does Hotel Excel Okayama have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Hotel Excel Okayama like?
Hotel Excel Okayama is a short 1-minute walk from Orient Museum and 3 minutes' walk from Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art.
Hotel Excel Okayama Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
24 June 2020
Perfect for visiting Okayama Korakuen and Castle.
Excellent location, right next to the river, not far from the castle and Okayama Korakuen. Lovely views of the castle and the river. The room (904) was spacious, but it looked twice as big as all the other rooms on the floor according to the floor guide.
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 February 2020
The views from room 1002 are spectacular, and even better, you can open the window for fresh air.
The small double room is cozy, but it perfectly adequate for a few nights stay.
About 15min walk from JR Okayama, 5 minutes to the castle, and just a little further to the gardens, the hotel is in a lovely location.
Claire
Claire, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2020
Around 5 minutes by tram from JR Okayama station, also it's a walkable distance. Staff were great. Room was clean. Didn't use any facility so couldn't comment on it. Some restaurants inside the hotel and they looked good too.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2020
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 January 2020
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 December 2019
I arrived early at 10.30a.m. so while the check-in procedures have been completed, I could only get a room after check-in time. We went out to explore, thinking that we would retrieve them in the evening. However, to our pleasant surprise, the staff had already sent our luggage to our room. I had a room facing Okayama Castle too. This hotel is really near to Korakuen and Okayama Castle. However, it is quite a distance from JR station. There is a tram station near the hotel but it is still troublesome when you have your big luggage.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 November 2019
Hotel is very well located, and room had a nice view of an adjacent river and part beyond. Rooms are a bit dated, and could use some upgrades.
P Steven
P Steven, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
6 November 2019
Not the best location.
Leslie
Leslie, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2019
Very good place
Clean and neat. The big massage chair in the room was unexpected but we did not use it.
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
5 June 2019
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 May 2019
Good Location. Close to Castle and Korakuen Garden. Can walk 5-10 min.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 February 2019
Relaxing trip
Single room was good size for a Japanese hotel. Area was quiet. Convenient street car. Great shopping nearby and restaurants.
Theresa
Theresa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 December 2018
Very good, staff nice, hotel is good
LOH YEE
LOH YEE, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
7 December 2018
Cost friendly hotel room
Room was ready for check-in an hour earlier than the official time so I was happy. While the hotel is well situated for the gardens and the castle there is not much else around. Hotel was also one of the older hotels I had stayed in and the room felt dated. Good for the price.
Graeme
Graeme, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
3 December 2018
Great location for the garden - short walk
Great breakfast with lots of variety. Room adequate but would have been better without massage chair which took up most of the floor space. Nice view of Okayama Castle from our bedroom window.
Morag
Morag, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2018
Close to garden & castle. Plenty of choice at breakfast. Really enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2018
Good stay
Hotel might be about 20 minute walk from the station but it is close to the park and the museums. The train stop is near by, just 100 yen will take you to the Okayama Station in no time. Breakfast choice is good, much better than those offered by hotels in similar grade. It would be nice to replace the dated shower head, then I could have a more enjoyable shower.
Betty
Betty, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
7 November 2018
Good location to take JR train, if you are using Kansas Hiroshima pass , you could take the Hiroshima loop bus foc
Loke
Loke, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
23 October 2018
Hotel is very near to Korakuen Garden and Okayama Castle. Convenient to reach hotel from Okayama Station by the tram just 3 stops away.
Hotel is old but room is still clean with aged furniture. Basic amenities, with a small jug kettle enough to make Japanese tea.
Breakfast is a good spread of Japanese food.
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2018
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2018
Perfect place for sightseeing and shopping!!
Nice and helpful staff!! Very convenient place for sightseeing and transportation to other cities. Very reasonable price !!
Verified traveller
16-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2018
Quite happy with the hotel. It has a self-service laundry - a real plus for travelers. The staff were very nice and gave me good recommendations for restaurants. It's in a very central spot, great for sights and for getting around the city. The breakfast buffet was extensive and a real value. Would very much recommend the place.
RC
RC, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2018
Great hotel for Okayama castle view
Very good staff service, We leave our luggages before check in because we arrive hotel too early, but after we go back to the room. Our luggages were bring to the room already !! Fast and stable wifi in room. I love breakfast here because of plenty of choice. Room was so clean and good amentities even face foam. We got the great Castle view from our room even economy room !!! Great and perfect hotel.
Almond
Almond , 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 July 2017
overall okay. a bit walk from okayama station but there are bus stop and tram about 2 minutes walk from the hotel.
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1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
19 June 2017
Good hotel, shame about the town
excellent location by tram stop from station, and near castle and gardens. Pleasant, helpful staff, good café/restaurant. on the negative side - canal and river walks unattractive with no flowers, and this area of city a bit run down, poor shops.