JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA puts you a short five-minute drive from Okayama University. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
251 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in Breakfast rate plans receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older. Breakfast is not included for children under 12 sharing existing bedding with their parent.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (aged 11 years old and younger) stays free per registered adult when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (JPY 850 per day)
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Shared microwave
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1200 for adults and JPY 700 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Self-parking costs JPY 850 per day
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Via Okayama
Via Inn Okayama
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA Hotel
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA Okayama
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA Hotel Okayama
Frequently asked questions
Does JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA?
Yes. Self-parking costs JPY 850 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing are available.
Does JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA like?
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA is a short 2-minute walk from Okayama Station and 9 minutes' walk from Aeon Mall Okayama.
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN OKAYAMA Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
12 December 2024
De
De, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Bert
Bert, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
7 November 2024
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
1 July 2024
The room was very small. It has been nice and a little more comfortable in the other hotels. It was virtually a no room for move around once I opened my suitcase. I wish I knew before I booked.
Misako
Misako, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 June 2024
The staff were incredibly helpful, supportive, friendly, and helped a solo traveller who spoke 0 Japanese find his way, so I appreciate that immensely.
The bed/pillow were not super comfortable which is why this is a 4 star, but I would stay again.
Massive, massive thank you to the staff again, they were wonderful.
Ethan
Ethan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 April 2024
A little noisy due to the proximity to train tracks
Verified traveller
6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
26 March 2024
location is the Okayama station lobby, easy to find hotel entrance, hotel elevator is just inside the "GU" shop.
Irene
Irene, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
6 December 2023
Water in the bath tab did not go well
akie
akie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2023
Great location and clean rooms.
Arthur
Arthur, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2023
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2023
Joanna
Joanna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2023
Very clean and friendly staff capable of assisting in english. The breakfast menu was limited but was still enjoyable
Erin
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 May 2023
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1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 April 2023
I stayed here for 5 nights as the base to explore Okayama. The location is great. Plenty of restaurants and cafes within walking distance. You can take the tram to the castle area. The tram station is just outside Okayama station.
The room is good and would be great if the have proper noise insulation against the moving trains. Apart from that it is a great place to stay.
YI YEH
YI YEH, 5-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2021
I stayed at the Kyoto Via Inn before and had great impression, so I booked the Okayama Via Inn as well. However, the hotel is convenient as it is connected to the train station but there's a restroom smell in my room and full of black mold around the window that makes me feel quite uncomfortable.
Yi-Jei
Yi-Jei, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 March 2020
Very convenient and comfortable stay
The location - steps away from the Shinkansen gates - cannot be beat for the convenience. The checkin and checkout were very efficient and the rooms clean. Breakfast offered a wide choice and views of the Okayama station and arriving and departing trains.
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3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 January 2020
The location is very good, just next to JR station
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2020
very nice hotel. Attractive price, brand new, very nice location.
KC
KC, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
23 December 2019
New clean hotel with a great location.
Great location right next to the train station. Buffet breakfast was included and it started at 6:30. They had a variety of traditional Japanese breakfast items and few Western items. If you enjoy the food in Japan you will like it. The rooms were small but fine for me since I was alone. I loved that you could crack the window open and get some fresh air or turn on the AC (even in the winter) if your room was too warm. Place was clean and seemed to be pretty new.
Matthew
Matthew, 3-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
21 December 2019
Convenient location for everything, free simple breakfast.
Rain
Rain, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 November 2019
Late November 2019
Via Inn is right in the Okayama Train and Bus station. Great central location for hopping trains to the area. Excellent breakfast buffet!