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8.7

608 reviews

REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

5-2-2 Minatomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime, Matsuyama, 790-0012, Japan

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Free wifi

Steam room

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS is a 4-star hotel in Matsuyama, Japan, located 0.3mi from the city center. The address is 5-2-2 Minatomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime. With 608 reviews, this property offers plenty of traveler feedback to consider.

Facilities spotlight free Wifi, air conditioning, and non-smoking rooms, plus thoughtful features like a sauna (free) and steam room, a kid-friendly buffet, and parking available for an extra charge. The building is wheelchair accessible with an elevator and upper floors reachable by elevator, and it includes a bathtub, free toiletries, and a bidet. A mountain view and a 24-hour front desk add convenience for late arrivals.

Minimum price starts from $57 per night. This Matsuyama base puts attractions within reach while offering comfort and accessibility for a range of travelers. Plan a stay to experience what REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS has to offer.

With 608 reviews to pull from, travelers offer a lively glimpse of what stays near Matsuyama’s center feel like. The location sits about 0.3mi from the city center, keeping local sights within easy reach. A 24-hour front desk adds round-the-clock convenience for arrivals and late plans.

Wellness and family-friendly touches round out the experience: a free sauna and steam room invite unwinding after a day of exploration, a kid-friendly buffet keeps younger guests happy, and parking is available for an extra charge.

Room choices span a wide spectrum, from Standard Twin Room and Standard Double Room to Deluxe, Quadruple, and Premium Palace View configurations. For larger groups, Run Of House stands out with the capacity to accommodate up to 10 adults and 6 children, underscoring the flexibility across the lineup.

Closest airports

Matsuyama Airport

3.6mi

Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni

36.9mi

Hiroshima Airport

42.5mi

Kochi Airport

55.9mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Steam room

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bidet

Bathtub

Rooms

Double Room with Private Bathroom - single occupancy in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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Room, Private Bathroom

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor and pajamas. The unit offers 1 bed.

Standard Twin Room in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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Room, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Economy Triple Room in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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2 Twin Beds

1 Sofa Bed

260 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

x3

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Superior Twin Room in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

260 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Deluxe Twin Room in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

345 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Standard Double Room - single occupancy in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Smoking not allowed

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

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Standard Twin Room in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Quadruple Room in REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

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Deluxe Room

2 Twin Beds

2 Futon Mat Beds

345 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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x3

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Room, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

Smoking not allowed

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Standard Twin Room for 2 People Non-Smoking

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Superior Room, 2 Beds

Smoking not allowed

Flat-screen TV

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Superior Room, View

Smoking not allowed

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Deluxe Room, 4 Double Beds

4 Double Beds

Smoking not allowed

x6

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x3

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Superior Room

Smoking not allowed

x6

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Room, Smoking

Smoking allowed

x4

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Run Of House

Smoking not allowed

x10

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x6

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Guest reviews

8.7

608 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

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Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Daniel

9.1

October 2025

It's location is its best asset being right above the station, giving easy access to Matsuyama station, Dogo Onsen, and Matsuyama castle. You also get a good view of the castle the room as well. It has its own onsen which I didn't use since I went to Dogo onsen. The staff seemed very well versed with dealing with clients, and were very professional. I also lost my room key and they kindly provided me a new one. Matsuyama city in general really surprised me with how friendly people were. A good business hotel overall.

Construction was going on outside overnight, but that's not the hotel's fault. I also thought my pillow was a little ineffective, but I did not ask for another.

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Lesley

10

October 2024

Excellent location (right next to city station, tram station, bus terminal and also shopping precinct) and rooms are newly built and in great condition. Lots of great little extras to love at this place, the third floor has an onsen (men's and women's seperate, but you can reserve for a family group), and also an anime library with massage chairs. The second floor (reception) has free soft drinks after 2pm and free ice-cream after 7pm... brilliant! Good buffett breakfast with 6 different kinds of Mandarin juice to try (given the area is famous for Mandarin farming). We stayed in a deluxe quadruple room with 2 kids, the room had an alcove with 2 futons where the kids slept. Highly recommend for families!

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Anonymous

8.2

May 2025

Very nice room, spacious for a Japanese hotel. Spotlessly clean. Great breakfast buffet, highlighting local produce. Very nice sento. Useful location next to the station, many restaurants very nearby. Friendly and very helpful staff. Nice amenities and free welcome drinks and ice cream. Good climate-friendly initiatives, kindly and clearly explained (reduced cleaning, amenities only on-demand, no bottled mineral water). Car park nearby (1000 yen per day for hotel guests).

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Anonymous

10

October 2025

Great location and the shortest walk to Matsuyama Castle (note: this Hotel is part of the Matsuyama City Station near the Castle not the similar-named JR Matsuyama Station - a tram connects the two). With the trams, trains and buses almost at the front door, trips to Dogo onsen etc. are very easy. The best breakfast going, an internal onsen and free movies

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Anna

8.2

April 2025

Breakfast, free ice cream, size of room, bathroom layout.

Very little interaction with staff. Taking shoes off in the room - there should be a stool provided to do this. It was not clear which train station to go to. No information about the local area was provided and it was hard to find restaurants for dinner. Weird bottom sheet on bed.

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Huayshyan

9.1

October 2025

It seems pretty new and has a public bath thats available to hotel guest. they offered icecream from 7-9 and coffee in the evening too. Self service laundry is available , which was awesome ! Location was great - being next to takashimaya , and Hands and Nitorii being avail nearby

nothing.

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Esther

10

October 2025

Spacious room and excellent location next to the Matsuyama City Station, a great starting point for many locations in the city. The breakfast was the best of our holiday, including a mandarin juice tasting. The hotel even offers free ice cream in the evening.

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Serena

10

May 2025

the location is superb! 7-11 and Family Mart downstairs, right at the railway, tram and bus. beds were super comfortable and rooms are a good size too! there is free coffee and ice cream in the lobby and the coin laundry on the 3rd floor makes it extra convenient too.

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Kiriakos

10

June 2025

The hotel was very good located . Everything was walking distance . Staff very friendly . Breakfast awesome. Japanese sashimi etc etc . Good variety of options . Rooms well equipped . Common areas like bath , massage chair and lobby also excellent .

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C

10

July 2025

Excellent facilities, well designed comfortable rooms and an attractive communal area. Centrally located and well placed for seeing the city sights. Quiet, very clean, with everything needed and more. Exceeded our expectations.

Points of Interest Around REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

Airports

Matsuyama Airport

3.6mi

Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni

36.9mi

Hiroshima Airport

42.5mi

Kochi Airport

55.9mi

Amenities of REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

Free wifi

Steam room

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bidet

Bathtub

Stay rules - REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS?

For REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS, you can check in after 02:00 PM and the check-out deadline is 11:00 AM.

Does REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS provide parking options?

Yes, there is parking available at REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS. The hotel offers public parking at a nearby location for a price of ¥1,000 per day. Additionally, parking reservation is not required.

How much does a stay at REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS cost?

For REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS, room prices kick off at $57. Remember, prices can fluctuate depending on room type and availability dates. Input your dates for definitive prices.

What types of rooms does REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS offer?

The hotel offers various types of rooms including Standard Double Rooms, Economy Triple Rooms, Superior Twin Rooms, Triple Rooms, Standard Twin Rooms, Deluxe Twin Rooms, Deluxe Quadruple Rooms, and Double Rooms with Private Bathrooms for single occupancy. These rooms have different bed and room sizes, accommodating different numbers of adults and children. All rooms are non-smoking.

What activities does REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS offer?

Guests at REF Matsuyama City Station can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities offered by the hotel. They can relax and unwind in the steam room or sauna, which are featured amenities. These facilities provide a great opportunity for guests to destress and rejuvenate during their stay. Additionally, the hotel offers bicycle rental services, allowing guests to explore the surrounding area and enjoy the scenic cityscape. This provides an alternative way to explore the city and make the most of their time at the hotel. Whether guests prefer to relax in the steam room or sauna or go for a leisurely bike ride, REF Matsuyama City Station offers options for guests to make the most of their leisure time at the hotel.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS?

No, cash is not accepted at REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS. The accepted payment methods include Discover, Visa, American Express, JCB, Mastercard, NICOS, UC, and UnionPay.