Smile Hotel Okayama

Budget-friendly hotel steps from Okayama-ji Temple and Yakushi-in Temple

Location

Smile Hotel Okayama sits in Okayama's Kita Ward, 300 yards from Yakushi-in Temple and an equal distance from Okayama-ji Temple. The hotel is 10-15 minutes on foot from Okayama Station, with tram and bus stops right outside. Nishigawa Canal Park and Okayama Kinshu Kaikan are within easy walking distance.

Rooms

Each air-conditioned room at Smile Hotel includes a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, and a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Guest reviews highlight room sizes that exceed the typical Japanese business hotel standard. Rooms also feature a bidet, yukata, slippers, and a desk suitable for work.

Dining

A buffet breakfast is served daily, with a focus on Japanese dishes such as rice, soups, and warm items. Breakfast hours run from 6:30 to 10:00, offering guests flexibility. The hotel does not have an on-site restaurant for other meals, but numerous dining options are within a short walk.

Safety & Services

The hotel provides 24-hour front desk service, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, and key card access. Guests can use laundry machines on two floors and a microwave near the reception.

Inclusivity & Management

Smile Hotel Okayama is managed by a professional host and welcomes all sexual orientations and gender identities. The hotel offers a designated smoking area and a vending machine for beverages. This inclusive policy, combined with comprehensive safety measures, makes the hotel suitable for both leisure and business travelers.

• Location: 300 yards from two major temples, 10-min walk to station
• Rooms: Flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, bidets, and larger-than-average sizes
• Dining: Buffet breakfast with Japanese dishes, 6:30-10:00
• Safety: 24-hour security, CCTV, smoke detectors, key card access
• Services: Luggage storage, laundry machines, microwave, 24-hour front desk
• Inclusivity: Open to all sexual orientations and gender identities

License number: 岡山市指令岡保健衛第210800号