It was a very pleasant stay and the view was amazing. From the hotel room, we had a picture-perfect view of Kumamoto Castle. That was a key highlight. The room was comfortable, but the hotel felt too big and formal for the type of travel I was doing. I felt a little out of place, as it is a very elegant event/banquet hotel (clearly designed to host weddings). Nonetheless, it was clean, comfortable, quiet, beautifully located right across the street from the castle, and the staff were exceptionally professional, efficient, and courteous. I parked a car, and the daily rate was reasonable. I would gladly stay at this hotel again.