Sheraton Kagoshima
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Sheraton Kagoshima is worth booking if you want the highest-rated hotel in our Kagoshima sample, with a spa, a gym and a tram stop at the door. If you mainly need a clean bed near the castle, our Budget and Best Value picks cost a fraction of the price.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Travellers who want full service and are happy to pay for it fit best. Guests praise a friendly, professional team that helps with bookings and local tips, and the listed facilities include a spa, a gym, a garden and a terrace.
Skip it if price is the deciding factor. At over three times the city's sample median, it is a clear splurge. People who want to walk to the main sights in a few minutes may also prefer a more central pick.
Location and getting around
The address is 43 - 15 Koraicho, with a location score of 9.0.
Guests mention a tram stop directly outside, a supermarket nearby and a shuttle service to the train station. Check the shuttle schedule and any charge for your dates.
Walking times are straight-line estimates. Kagoshima City Museum of Art is about 1.8 km, roughly 23 minutes. Kagoshima Castle is about 2.1 km, around 26 minutes. Sengan-en is 5 km away, about 63 minutes on foot, which is far, so take public transport or a taxi.
What guests say
The score is 9.3 out of 10 from 717 reviews, the best among the 7 hotels we compared.
Staff get the most praise for being friendly and professional. Guests also like the transport links: the tram at the door, the supermarket and the station shuttle.
The breakfast draws mixed comments. The buffet offers Western and Japanese dishes and is called tasty, but some guests found it crowded with limited variety. Going early may help.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
Reference prices were seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 November) for 2 adults. They are not live quotes. The rate was €236.37 per night, about €473 for two nights, against a sample median of €72.39.
Our Budget pick, Richmond Hotel Kagoshima Kinseicho, scored 8.5 at €49.33 per night. Our Best Value pick, Henn na Hotel Premier Kagoshima Tenmonkan, scored 8.6 at €70.13. You pay roughly €166 to €187 more per night here for a higher score and more facilities.
Listed facilities include a gym, spa and wellness centre, restaurant, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, garden and terrace. Breakfast is listed as a buffet. Inclusion is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 7 eligible properties in Kagoshima. Our Luxury slot gives priority to official five-star hotels, and this one holds 5 stars.
It also ranked joint 1st of 7 on guest score, so the star rating is backed by what guests report.
Before you book
Check today's price for your dates, as the figure above is a reference only. Confirm breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms.
Room size, noise and renovation condition have not been assessed. Ask about spa and gym hours, any fees, and the station shuttle timetable.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is there public transport near Sheraton Kagoshima?
Guests say a tram stop is directly outside, and a shuttle runs to the train station. Check the shuttle times for your stay.
How far is it to Kagoshima Castle?
About 2.1 km, roughly 26 minutes on foot by straight-line estimate. The tram is an easier option.
Does it have a spa and gym?
Both are listed. Opening times and any fees should be checked for your dates.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €236.37 per night. Check today's price for your dates.
Is the breakfast worth it?
Guests call the buffet tasty, with Western and Japanese options, but some found it crowded and limited. Check whether it is included in your rate.