JR Inn Hiroshima is a mid-range business hotel at the North Exit of Hiroshima Station in Minami Ward, managed by JR Hotel Group and positioned to serve travellers arriving and departing via Japan's shinkansen network. The North Exit location is slightly quieter than the busy South Exit forecourt, while remaining within the same station structure and close to city bus connections and the Bic Camera electronics retail cluster. The hotel follows the JR Inn brand format — clean, efficient, modestly sized rooms without unnecessary extras, at pricing that reflects reliable quality rather than luxury amenity. Single, double, and twin room configurations occupy the hotel's floor plan, with firm mattresses, blackout curtains, climate control, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Bathrooms use the compact unit bath common to Japanese business hotels. A continental and Japanese breakfast is available at the hotel for an additional charge. Coin laundry facilities are on site for multi-day guests. Luggage storage handles early arrivals and post-checkout visits. The station's south side gives tram access to Peace Memorial Park within 15 minutes, while the North Exit bus terminal connects to the Hiroshima Airport express route. The hotel's JR affiliation makes it a natural choice for JR Pass holders, as the shinkansen ticket office and station facilities are immediately accessible. Hiroshima Castle, located approximately 1.5 km north, is reachable on foot or by city bus from the North Exit. The surrounding area has convenience stores, family restaurants, and the covered shopping passages of the Hiroshima Station development for evening provisioning.
Room types
- Single
- Double
- Twin
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Luggage storage
- Coin laundry
- Breakfast available
Location
2-37 Matoba-machi, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0822
34.3985, 132.4741 View on map
Highlights
- At Hiroshima Station North Exit — immediate shinkansen and bus access, ideal for JR Pass travellers
- JR Hotel Group management — reliable mid-range standard with consistently maintained rooms
- Airport express bus stop at the North Exit bus terminal, 5 minutes from the lobby
- Hiroshima Castle reachable on foot (1.5 km north) or by North Exit city bus
Tips for visiting
- The North Exit is quieter than the South Exit at night — this hotel is a noticeably calmer option than station-adjacent south-side properties
- Airport bus departs from the North Exit bus terminal — confirm the latest schedule at the front desk the evening before early-morning departures
- Peace Memorial Park is 15 minutes by tram from the South Exit side of Hiroshima Station — a brief internal walk through the station building
- Breakfast is priced separately — the basement and ground floor of the Hiroshima Station commercial area nearby has inexpensive bakeries and café options
- Request an upper-floor room for reduced noise from the station service road below
Accessibility
JR Inn Hiroshima has step-free access from the North Exit station concourse to the hotel lobby, with lifts serving all guest floors. The Hiroshima Station building provides extensive barrier-free pathways including wheelchair-accessible routes between the shinkansen platforms and the North Exit. Accessible room enquiries should be directed to the property at time of booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel attached to Hiroshima Station?
JR Inn Hiroshima is located at the North Exit of Hiroshima Station and is directly affiliated with the station complex. Guests can reach the shinkansen ticket gates and platforms through the enclosed station building without going outside, making it particularly convenient in wet weather.
How do guests reach the Peace Memorial Park from this hotel?
The most straightforward route is to walk through Hiroshima Station to the South Exit tram stop and take Line 2 or Line 6 westbound. The journey to Genbaku Dome-mae (Peace Park) takes approximately 12–15 minutes total.
Is the hotel suitable for JR Pass users?
Yes — JR Inn Hiroshima's location at Hiroshima Station makes it highly convenient for JR Pass travellers. The Midori no Madoguchi (green window) JR ticket office, shinkansen reserved-seat booking services, and platform access are all within the station building.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is not included in the standard room rate and is available as a paid addition at the hotel's breakfast facility. Both Japanese set meals and lighter Western options are typically offered during morning service hours.