BOTCHAN TRAIN

Stay at Matsuyama Castle View Hotel, just a 7-minute walk from the Botchan Train starting station. This boutique hotel features floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the train winding through rural landscapes and mountain trails. Guests enjoy complimentary parking, a daily local-style breakfast, and 24-hour self-service kiosks for real-time train schedules.

The hotel also partners with curated experiences like the "Botchan Train Heritage Tour," where visitors explore vintage locomotive cabins and historical exhibits. Located within a 10-minute walk of Matsuyama Castle and Dōtō Street, it’s ideal for travelers seeking culture, convenience, and comfort. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app to access exclusive room deals.

Matsuyama New City Hotel stands out with its scenic hillside view rooms directly facing the Botchan Train tracks. Watch the vintage train glide through rice fields and misty valleys each morning—perfect for photography enthusiasts. Each room features smart tinting glass that adjusts transparency for optimal viewing, plus access to an elevated garden terrace with tea service.

The hotel offers free traditional kimono rental for guests, ideal for capturing memorable photos before or after the train ride. In collaboration with the Matsuyama City Tourism Bureau, they provide a "Train & Ancient Capital Day Trip" package including guided tours and local food vouchers. Just a 5-minute walk from the station, this is a top choice for immersive travelers. Reserve via the HopeGoo app for priority HopeGoo.

Matsuyama Castle Foot Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Botchan Train station, nestled at the base of Matsuyama Castle with Edo-period architecture blended into modern design. Its standout feature is the outdoor onsen bath, where guests can soak while watching the vintage train pass through fields at sunrise.

Rooms are themed around "Literary Traveler," showcasing original illustrations from Bokan-chan, and come with limited-edition Inoue Yasushi notebooks as welcome gifts. Every morning, guests are invited to join the "Sunrise Train Ceremony" at the courtyard, receiving a hand-written blessing card upon the first train's arrival.

The hotel collaborates with local galleries for seasonal Railway Art Exhibitions, enriching cultural immersion. With prime location and rich storytelling, it's perfect for literary and heritage lovers. Book through the HopeGoo app to receive a special commemorative train ticket.