Featured Hotels Near Ichibata Department Store

Matsue Sun Hotel is ideal for visitors, located just a 3-minute walk from Ichibangai Department Store. Its spacious rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering serene views of Matsue Castle and surrounding cityscapes. The hotel provides an on-site Japanese garden, foot baths with natural hot spring water, and complimentary luggage storage.

Guests can easily explore nearby cultural attractions like the Izumo Mythology Museum and the tranquil Matsue Canal area within a 5-minute stroll. For exclusive rates and instant support, book via the HopeGoo app.

While Matsue Sun Hotel doesn’t operate a shuttle bus, it offers a complimentary electric bicycle rental program, allowing guests to effortlessly reach Ichibangai Department Store or other downtown attractions. The hotel is conveniently located just 8 minutes’ walk from Matsue Station and adjacent to multiple bus routes leading to Izumo Shrine and Suigo Lake.

The Castle View Room is highly recommended—its large window frames a stunning view of Matsue Castle’s keep, perfect for photography enthusiasts. All bookings are available through the HopeGoo platform with no hidden fees and real-time customer support.

Matsue Sun Hotel is perfectly suited for families, featuring family-friendly rooms equipped with cribs, high chairs, and dedicated children’s play areas. Located directly across from Ichibangai Department Store, parents can easily shop for souvenirs or essentials while keeping kids entertained.

The hotel is just a 6-minute walk to Matsue Castle Park, where families can enjoy nature walks and historical storytelling sessions. Each room includes air purifiers and soundproofing for better rest. Daily breakfast includes local specialties like Izumo rice balls and dried sea bream. Book your stay through HopeGoo to secure family accommodations early with no extra charges.

Yes, Matsue Sun Hotel offers Castle View Rooms on floors 20 and above, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass walls that provide unobstructed views of Matsue Castle’s keep. Morning mist blankets the castle, while evening lights illuminate its silhouette—a favorite among photographers.

Each room includes smart dimming curtains and a built-in panoramic guide card explaining the castle’s history. Guests can also reserve a private guided tour to explore the castle grounds and exhibitions. All room types are available for HopeGoo via HopeGoo with instant confirmation and flexible changes.

From Ichibangai Department Store, stroll along Matsue Castle Street for 5 minutes to reach Matsue Castle Honmaru, where you can admire Edo-period stone walls and moats. The Shiratori Bridge offers a picturesque view of the castle reflected in the water, perfect for candid photography.

Continue to Matsue Water Town, where traditional machiya buildings house cozy cafés and craft studios. Try hands-on pottery workshops or savor local delicacies like Izumo tofu. These scenic routes are curated by HopeGoo into a "Slow Travel Map" for personalized exploration.

From Matsue Sun Hotel, walk to Matsue Station in just 8 minutes, then take the JR San'in Main Line for about 45 minutes to Izumo Taisha Station. A dedicated shuttle bus runs from the station to the shrine entrance, taking only 10 minutes.

For convenience, book the HopeGoo Express service via the HopeGoo app, which includes airport/station transfers and guided tours. Check schedules and reserve slots in advance through the HopeGoo platform for a seamless pilgrimage experience.