First Entry into Shizuoka Prefecture! "REF Hamamatsu by Vessel Hotels" to Open - Featuring a Large Public Bath with Sauna, Scheduled for December 2027 Opening
Vessel Hotels is entering Shizuoka Prefecture for the first time, with the opening of "REF Hamamatsu by Vessel Hotels" scheduled for December 2027. In a prime location a 4-minute walk from JR Hamamatsu Station, it will feature a large public bath with a sauna, targeting both business and tourism demand.
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With the vision "To love you, your family, and our community," Vessel Hotel Development Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: 3-4-27 Minami-Honjo, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture; President: Yoshiro Seo), which operates hotels nationwide, will open "REF Hamamatsu by Vessel Hotels" in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (1055 Sunayama-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka, and others [lot number]). This will be our company's first hotel in Shizuoka Prefecture. A safety prayer ceremony will be held on May 13, 2026, to commence construction. Asahi Corporation (Headquarters: 1-2 Kaji-machi, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture; President: Haruto Takeuchi) will construct the hotel, and Vessel Hotels will operate it after completion. The opening is scheduled for December 2027.
Hamamatsu City is a city with excellent transportation access, including the Tokaido Shinkansen, and is an area where accommodation demand is expected for both business and tourism. Furthermore, with redevelopment centered around the station and the progression of commercial accumulation, the creation of even greater liveliness is anticipated. Based on this environment, we have selected Hamamatsu City as our new expansion area. By collaborating with local companies, we aim to create a hotel rooted in the community.
■ Features
【Location】
Located a 4-minute walk from JR "Hamamatsu Station," it is an excellent location with access to various transportation methods, including the Shinkansen. The area around the station has a concentration of substantial commercial facilities and restaurants, offering high convenience as a base for business and tourism.
【Target】
We cater to a wide range of customers, including business guests, family trips, group travel, and tourists from both Japan and abroad. Children 18 years old and under can stay for free when sharing a bed with their parents or grandparents.
【Hotel Rooms & Facilities】
There will be a total of 198 non-smoking rooms. The rooms will be designed for guests to take off their shoes and relax, and the hotel will feature a large public bath with a sauna.
■ Hotel Overview
Name: REF Hamamatsu by Vessel Hotels
Location: 1055 Sunayama-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka, and others [lot number]
Scheduled Opening Date: December 2027 (planned)
Business Owner: Asahi Corporation
Operator: Vessel Hotel Development Co., Ltd.
Design: Urban & Architecture Laboratory
Construction: Asahi House Industry Co., Ltd.
Start of Construction: May 2026
Completion: Late September 2027 (planned)
Building Overview:
Site Area: 1,068.70㎡
Total Floor Area: 5,280.00㎡
Structure: Steel frame / 10 floors
Number of Rooms: 198 rooms (planned)
■ Access
・4-minute walk from the South Exit of JR "Hamamatsu Station"
・Approx. 25-minute drive from "Hamamatsu IC" towards Hamamatsu Station
■ Map
■ About the REF Brand Concept
"Enjoy the city with your own style of stay." REF by Vessel Hotels
For those who find conventional travel styles unsatisfying, we offer a lifestyle travel content that goes beyond just a hotel, allowing you to choose freely and enjoy your stay. You can experience various facets of the "city" through flexible spaces and abundant experiential services unique to each region.
■ Service Features
・Free stay for children 18 and under sharing a bed. If sharing a room with parents or grandparents, the child's fee is free.
・We also provide free baby supplies for children, such as a wide range of rental items like baby beds, children's amenities, diapers, and wipes. Recommended for family trips with small children.
・A full range of free amenities such as cleansing oil, face wash, and lotion are available.
・We offer a complimentary welcome drink as a gesture of hospitality upon arrival.
Vessel Hotel Development Co., Ltd. Company Profile
Company Name: Vessel Hotel Development Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: 3-4-27 Minami-Honjo, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture 720-0077
TEL: (084) 920-1230 FAX: (084) 920-1156
Established: September 24, 2003
Capital: 10 million yen
Fiscal Month: March
Shareholder Composition: 100% owned by Vessel Co., Ltd.
Vessel Group: Vessel Co., Ltd., Vessel Techno Service Co., Ltd., Shibuya Museum of Art Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
Number of Vessel Group Employees: 2,621 (as of May 1, 2026)
Vessel Hotels Official Website: https://www.vessel-hotel.jp/
Hamamatsu City is a city with excellent transportation access, including the Tokaido Shinkansen, and is an area where accommodation demand is expected for both business and tourism. Furthermore, with redevelopment centered around the station and the progression of commercial accumulation, the creation of even greater liveliness is anticipated. Based on this environment, we have selected Hamamatsu City as our new expansion area. By collaborating with local companies, we aim to create a hotel rooted in the community.
■ Features
【Location】
Located a 4-minute walk from JR "Hamamatsu Station," it is an excellent location with access to various transportation methods, including the Shinkansen. The area around the station has a concentration of substantial commercial facilities and restaurants, offering high convenience as a base for business and tourism.
【Target】
We cater to a wide range of customers, including business guests, family trips, group travel, and tourists from both Japan and abroad. Children 18 years old and under can stay for free when sharing a bed with their parents or grandparents.
【Hotel Rooms & Facilities】
There will be a total of 198 non-smoking rooms. The rooms will be designed for guests to take off their shoes and relax, and the hotel will feature a large public bath with a sauna.
■ Hotel Overview
Name: REF Hamamatsu by Vessel Hotels
Location: 1055 Sunayama-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka, and others [lot number]
Scheduled Opening Date: December 2027 (planned)
Business Owner: Asahi Corporation
Operator: Vessel Hotel Development Co., Ltd.
Design: Urban & Architecture Laboratory
Construction: Asahi House Industry Co., Ltd.
Start of Construction: May 2026
Completion: Late September 2027 (planned)
Building Overview:
Site Area: 1,068.70㎡
Total Floor Area: 5,280.00㎡
Structure: Steel frame / 10 floors
Number of Rooms: 198 rooms (planned)
■ Access
・4-minute walk from the South Exit of JR "Hamamatsu Station"
・Approx. 25-minute drive from "Hamamatsu IC" towards Hamamatsu Station
■ Map
■ About the REF Brand Concept
"Enjoy the city with your own style of stay." REF by Vessel Hotels
For those who find conventional travel styles unsatisfying, we offer a lifestyle travel content that goes beyond just a hotel, allowing you to choose freely and enjoy your stay. You can experience various facets of the "city" through flexible spaces and abundant experiential services unique to each region.
■ Service Features
・Free stay for children 18 and under sharing a bed. If sharing a room with parents or grandparents, the child's fee is free.
・We also provide free baby supplies for children, such as a wide range of rental items like baby beds, children's amenities, diapers, and wipes. Recommended for family trips with small children.
・A full range of free amenities such as cleansing oil, face wash, and lotion are available.
・We offer a complimentary welcome drink as a gesture of hospitality upon arrival.
Vessel Hotel Development Co., Ltd. Company Profile
Company Name: Vessel Hotel Development Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: 3-4-27 Minami-Honjo, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture 720-0077
TEL: (084) 920-1230 FAX: (084) 920-1156
Established: September 24, 2003
Capital: 10 million yen
Fiscal Month: March
Shareholder Composition: 100% owned by Vessel Co., Ltd.
Vessel Group: Vessel Co., Ltd., Vessel Techno Service Co., Ltd., Shibuya Museum of Art Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
Number of Vessel Group Employees: 2,621 (as of May 1, 2026)
Vessel Hotels Official Website: https://www.vessel-hotel.jp/