Smile Hotel Matsuyama offers 97 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators and 20-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Private bathrooms include rainfall showerheads, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. All rooms include free WiFi, desks, and daily housekeeping. Irons and ironing boards are available on request.
Dining Options
Yuinoju restaurant serves Japanese set breakfast menus daily from 7 AM. The hotel restaurant also offers meals throughout the day. Breakfast costs ¥700 per person per night.
Location & Transportation
Located in Matsuyama city center, the hotel is a minute's walk from Katsuyama-cho Tram Stop. It's 0.5 km from Akiyama Brothers Birthplace and Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum, 1.5 km from Matsuyama Castle, and 8 minutes from Dogo Onsen. The Shiki Memorial Museum is a 7-minute drive away.
Hotel Services
Services include dry cleaning, laundry, and luggage storage at reception. The hotel offers on-site parking (subject to availability) and has designated smoking areas. The property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Nearby Attractions
The area includes Matsuyama-togetsuan Museum of Culture and History (0.5 km), Meikyokan (0.5 km), Bansuiso (1 km), Ehime Gokoku Shrine (1.5 km), The Museum of Art (1.5 km), Masaoka Shiki Tanjoteishi (1.5 km), and Botchan Train Museum (1.5 km).
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Nomanoma
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Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 10 reviews
7.8
7.8/10 based on 763 reviews
Adam
United States,
May
2024
8.4/10
I had a pleasant stay at Premiere Inn. The rooms were small but very clean, modern, comfortable, and smelled good. The service was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service. The location was very convenient for Matsuyama, near the center of town and the Dogo Onsen. The dining experience provided freshly squeezed juice. The facilities were well-equipped and exceeded the average business hotel rooms.
Rooms
9.0
The room was really clean with a big comfortable bed and lots of counter space. It was well equipped.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and met my expectations. Laundry service was available.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was very convenient for Matsuyama, close to the center of town and the Dogo Onsen.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory, offering freshly squeezed juice.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were well-equipped and exceeded the average business hotel rooms.
Modern
Small Rooms
Lily
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.8/10
The hotel is in a very convenient location in Matsuyama, making it easy to get to from JR Matsuyama station. The rooms are small but very clean, modern, comfortable, and pleasantly scented. The service was courteous and on par with top-notch Japanese customer service standards. However, the dining options were limited to grilled fish only. Overall, a comfortable stay with great value for money.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were small but very clean, modern, comfortable, and smelled good.
Service
9.0
The service was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service.
Location
9.0
The location was very convenient for Matsuyama, near the center of town.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited to grilled fish.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers laundry facilities for added convenience.
comfortable
limited dining
Jim
United States,
March
2024
8.4/10
I had a wonderful stay at the Premiere Inn. The rooms were incredibly clean and had a big comfortable bed with lots of counter space. The service was top-notch, on par with the best in Japanese customer service. The location was very convenient for Matsuyama, right by a tram station and easy to get to from JR Matsuyama station. Although the dining options were limited to Greek traditional products, the overall experience was delightful. The facilities were well-equipped, meeting all my needs for a comfortable stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were really clean with a big comfortable bed and lots of counter space. They are well-equipped and better than average business hotel rooms.
Service
9.0
The service at Premiere Inn was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service. Laundry service was also available.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was very convenient for Matsuyama, right by a tram station and easy to get to from JR Matsuyama station.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered Greek traditional products, which may not suit all tastes but adds a unique touch to the stay.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities at the Premiere Inn were modern and well-equipped, enhancing the overall comfort of the stay.
John
United States,
March
2024
8.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was modern, clean, and comfortable, with lots of counter space. The staff provided exceptional service similar to what you would expect at a luxury hotel in Japan. The location was very convenient, right by a tram station and close to the center of town. The dining options offered a variety of local and international dishes. The facilities were well-equipped and maintained, contributing to a positive overall experience.
Rooms
8.0
The room was small but very clean, modern, and comfortable, with a nice scent.
Service
9.0
The service was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was very convenient for Matsuyama and right by a tram station.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered a mix of local and international dishes.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Thomas
United Kingdom,
December
2023
8.6/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic. The rooms were small but very clean, modern, and comfortable with a great fresh smell. The service was top-notch, courteous, and on par with the best in Japanese customer service. The location was super convenient for Matsuyama, right by a tram station, and near the center of town. The dining experience was delightful, especially the laksa. The facilities were excellent, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Rooms
9.0
I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and modern the rooms were despite being smaller than average. The big comfortable bed and ample counter space gave me a cozy and relaxing stay.
Service
9.0
The service at the hotel was outstanding. The staff was very courteous and provided excellent attention to detail to ensure a pleasant stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect for exploring Matsuyama. Being right by a tram station made it super easy to get around, and being near the center of town was very convenient.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience, especially trying the laksa, was a highlight of my stay. The flavors were exquisite, and the quality of the food was top-notch.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were great, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay. From laundry services to ample amenities, they catered to all my needs.
comfortable
small rooms
Elizabeth
United States,
October
2023
8.6/10
I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The room was cozy, clean, and had a big comfortable bed with ample counter space. The service was outstanding, matching the best of Japanese customer service standards. The location was super convenient for exploring Matsuyama, being right by a tram station and close to the Dogo Onsen and JR Matsuyama station. However, I found the dining options a bit limited, and the breakfast could have had more variety.
Rooms
9.0
The room was comfortable, really clean, well-equipped, and had a big comfortable bed and lots of counter space.
Service
9.0
The service at Premiere Inn was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was very convenient for exploring Matsuyama, with easy access to the tram station, Dogo Onsen, and JR Matsuyama station.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory, but I felt the breakfast options were a bit limited.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities to ensure a comfortable stay.
Julian
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.8/10
The hotel is modern and comfortable, with well-equipped rooms that smell good and are exceptionally clean. The big comfortable bed and ample counter space made my stay delightful, though the rooms are a bit small. The service was exceptional, on par with the best in Japanese customer service at Premiere Inn. The location was very convenient for Matsuyama, with easy access from JR Matsuyama station, near the center of town and close to a tram station. The dining experience, including wood-fired pizza, was satisfying. The facilities were top-notch, offering a great value for the money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were small but very clean, modern, comfortable, and smelled good.
Service
9.0
The service was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service at Premiere Inn.
Location
9.0
The location was very convenient for Matsuyama, with easy access from JR Matsuyama station and near the center of town.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience, including wood-fired pizza, was satisfying.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided a great value for the money.
Matthew
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.4/10
The hotel is located in a very convenient area in Matsuyama, near the center of town and by a tram station. The rooms are small but very clean, modern, comfortable, and smell good. The service provided was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service standards. Dining options include Chinese food. Overall, a great value for money stay with some minor room size considerations.
Rooms
8.0
My room was comfortable and really clean with a big comfortable bed and lots of counter space.
Service
9.0
The service at Premiere Inn was excellent, matching the high standards of Japanese customer service.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was very convenient for exploring Matsuyama, close to JR Matsuyama station and near the center of town by a tram station.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed the Chinese food available at the hotel's dining options.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided at the hotel were great, offering everything I needed during my stay.
Mick
United Kingdom,
July
2023
8.8/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were comfortable, clean, and had a big bed with plenty of counter space, exceeding the typical standards of business hotel rooms. The service was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service, reminiscent of Premiere Inn. The location was very convenient for exploring Matsuyama, right by a tram station and easy to reach from JR Matsuyama station. The dining experience offered craveable salads. The facilities were well-maintained and contributed to a great overall experience.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were comfortable and exceptionally clean, with a large comfortable bed and ample counter space.
Service
9.0
The service at this hotel was incredibly courteous, matching the high standards of Premiere Inn.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was highly convenient for exploring Matsuyama, situated right by a tram station and easy to reach from JR Matsuyama station.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered craveable salads, adding a refreshing touch to the stay.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were well-maintained, enhancing the overall comfort and enjoyment of the stay.
Neil
United States,
May
2023
8.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were small but very clean, modern, and comfortable, making for a cozy space to relax. The service was top-notch, up to the standards of the best in Japanese customer service. The location was extremely convenient for exploring Matsuyama, with easy access to attractions and transport. The dining experience, although offering home-made pastries, was a bit lacking in variety. Overall, a great value for the money with excellent facilities.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were really clean with a big comfortable bed and lots of counter space. They smelled good too.
Service
9.0
The service here was courteous and on par with the best in Japanese customer service.
Location
9.0
The location was very convenient for Matsuyama, making it easy to get to from JR Matsuyama station and great for exploring the city.
Dining
7.0
The dining offered home-made pastry, but I wished for more variety in the menu.
Facilities
8.0
I enjoyed the facilities provided, and they were well-maintained.