Hotel Kuretakeso Hiroshima Otemachi

Rooms and bedding

Business singles and smoking doubles in the saved plans are 13 m² with one double bed. Standard or Superior Twins have two singles in about 16 m²; the Japanese-Western room is also 16 m². A premium non-smoking king uses a king bed within 16 m². Smoking and Ploom-specific plans should not be mistaken for ordinary non-smoking rooms.

Breakfast

A Japanese-Western buffet is offered 06:30–09:30. Guests have praised items including eel rice and other Japanese dishes, but some felt the bread selection and value of the paid breakfast were limited. I would compare the breakfast-inclusive rate if I want a full rice-based morning meal; for coffee and a pastry, nearby shops may be simpler.

Transport and attractions

The hotel is at 3-7-3 Otemachi near Chuden-mae tram stop. Peace Memorial Park is around 430 m away on foot, the Peace Memorial Museum about 570 m, and Hondori around 640 m. I would spend a morning at the museum and park, then walk to Hondori for food and shopping.

Short and longer stays

The small public bath can add a relaxing stop after walking, but one guest found it cramped. Some guests mention slow drains or limited window views; evening drinks or the manga and massage-chair areas are small extras when time permits. For two people carrying large bags, I would compare a 16 m² twin rather than a 13 m² room.

Advantages and trade-offs

• + Tram access and Peace Park within walking distance
• + Japanese breakfast choices
• + Small public bath and occasional evening drink service
• – 13–16 m² rooms are tight
• – Breakfast value, drainage and views have mixed feedback
• – Smoking and Ploom plan labels need attention

My choice

I would choose Kuretakeso for visits to Peace Memorial Park with a convenient tram connection. A 16 m² twin makes more sense for two with luggage; breakfast is worth comparing against nearby cafés.