Title: Iwaso (Ryokan) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=6094715&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Iwaso Travelers soak in natural beauty at this tranquil Miyajima Island retreat where garden views complement rejuvenating hot springs experiences ## Photo gallery for Iwaso ![Hot springs - Iwaso (Hatsukaichi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/64daa253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Hot springs - Iwaso (Hatsukaichi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/04bdc63b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk - Iwaso (Hatsukaichi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/147714d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Iwaso (Hatsukaichi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/22d33a6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Iwaso (Hatsukaichi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/c4b2831f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Iwaso offers two hot springs for relaxation after exploring Miyajima Island. Enjoy a serene garden, local flavors at the on-site restaurant, free WiFi, an area shuttle, and tour assistance to enhance your stay. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Business services - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb. 5 - Feb. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb. 6 - Feb. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 13 - Feb. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=6094715&PinnedHotelID=6094715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Main Building) ![Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Main Building)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/741bec4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Main Building) 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Premium bedding Hair dryer Bidet Separate bathtub and shower Bathrobes - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 8 - 4 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese-Style, New Building) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/2f62fa65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese-Style, New Building) 10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower Hair dryer Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese-Style, New Building) (For 1 Adult Use) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6094800/6094715/2f62fa65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese-Style, New Building) (For 1 Adult Use) 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower Hair dryer Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Futon ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHiroshima-Hotels-Iwaso.h6094715.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHiroshima-Hotels-Iwaso.h6094715.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Itsukushima, a neighborhood in Hatsukaichi, Iwaso is in a shopping district and near the beach. Setonaikai National Park and Tsutsumigaura Nature Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Miyajima Aquarium and Hiroshima Shokubutsu Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at EDION Peace Wing Hiroshima or Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium. [Visit our Hatsukaichi travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hatsukaichi.dx6123103) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.29527%2C132.32196&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SEA81zgkCCgAIy4WbnfwDDa7T7I=) Momijidani Miyajima, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima-ken, 739-0522 ### What's nearby - ![A photograph of the famous Tori gate in the water on Miyajima Island. Very easy access to the beach - just watch out for the deer. While I was taking this picture a deer was going through my camera bag and heading off down the beach with one of my filter holders. A fantastic island for photographers and tourists in general and well worth an overnight visit if you're going to Hiroshima, as it's only an hour away, and free to get to if you're on a JR rail pass.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123103/cee8bde0-05c9-4a29-aa35-fef130190b97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Setonaikai National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Itsukushima Shrine which includes heritage elements and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102564/2574c791-2866-4c0d-9fea-861d5c7b15c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Itsukushima Shrine 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Momijidani Park featuring a garden and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102578/151626a2-fc6a-4526-ae3c-248b19f9d8ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Momijidani Park 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Five-Story Pagoda featuring a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222530/a9f568d3-ffa6-4f48-91c9-66f60e4acc77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Five-Story Pagoda 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![Miyajima Ferry Terminal which includes general coastal views and boating as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222506/8cb68887-da5e-4391-940c-d55b85fa7ac4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Miyajima Ferry Terminal 11 min walk \- 0.9 km ### Getting around - Hatsukaichi Kyoteijomae Station 14 min drive - Miyajimaguchi Station 25 min drive - Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) 90 min drive ### Restaurants - 伊都岐珈琲 2 min walk - 宮島ブルワリー 4 min walk - Starbucks 4 min walk - とりい 2 min walk - Cafe Lente 6 min walk ## About this property ### Iwaso Ryokan near Itsukushima Shrine Located close to Miyajima Ferry Terminal, Iwaso provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a garden, and a restaurant. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot springs. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - Free self parking - A free area shuttle, hot springs on site, and an elevator - A front-desk safe, a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Iwaso offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes and bathrobes. 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Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden ### Spa - 2 hot springs - Hot springs open from 6:00 AM - midnight - In-room massages - Public bath open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Minibar - Refrigerator - Room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 20 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Please note: Same-day requests to change menu items cannot be accommodated. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility 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 Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this hotel in advance. ### We should mention Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to midnight 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 Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Iwaso Iwaso Hatsukaichi Iwaso Inn Iwaso Inn Hatsukaichi Iwaso Hotel Hatsukaichi Iwaso Japan/Hiroshima Prefecture - Hatsukaichi Iwaso Ryokan Iwaso Hatsukaichi Iwaso Ryokan Hatsukaichi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Iwaso pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Iwaso? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Iwaso? ### What time is check-out at Iwaso? ### Where is Iwaso located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Iwaso Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 198 8 - Good 42 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona Feb 1, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic friendly staff, amazing food, excellent onsen - a perfect stay ##### Fiona Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cody Jan 17, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Iwaso is nestled in a beautiful location at the bas of Mt. Misen and the building itself and the surrounds are very quiet and peaceful. Full credit goes to all the staff at Iwaso, they make you feel very welcome from the moment you enter until you check out and provide very attentive service, without making you feel simply like 'another customer'. Dinner and breakfast were both very good, with the kaiseki dinner having an interesting menu of local seafood. The room was comfortable and well maintained with a good selection of amenities. Overall I highly reccomend Iwaso for anyone staying at Miyajima and will stay here again if I return. ##### Cody Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Nov 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities absolutely loved my stay, from the moment we arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive. The location is perfect — tucked into the trees near Momijidani Park, with a peaceful stream running right outside. Everything about Iwaso felt authentic and special. If you want a true taste of traditional Japanese hospitality, this is the place to stay. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean May 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay for one night in April. Great place to stay while seeing the local sights. ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great experience. We stayed in Japanese room in main building on half board. Couldnt fault the hotel. Staff and hotel amazing. ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MARIBETH Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Excellent Japanese ryokan experience. Loved the japanese style rooms. The meals were excellent a d let you explore the many different flavors of japanese food. ##### MARIBETH Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward Jul 22, 2024 Beautiful property and very friendly staff! ##### Edward Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ying Feb 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Love the location . Kaiseki breakfast was good , dinner was adequate , too many soups & not enough seafood , enjoyed 2 Sake flights , 6 different sake . Enjoyed the Onsen ##### Ying Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy Dec 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities What a spectacular stay we had. While the property is old and shows its age it is super lovely. Food was fantastic. Onsen was beautiful. Location was excelllent and surrounded by nature. Overall ryoken experience was one of the best travel experiences of my life. ##### Randy Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A gorgeous property, top notch and caring service, wonderful food and a beautiful onsen. This is a spectacular place for a stay on Miyajima. We arrived early and our bags were quickly stored. Check in was smooth. The room was large and had a beautiful view of the foliage on the mountainside and sound of the nearby creek. It was so quiet and peaceful! We had included dinner which was delicious as was breakfast. The onsen is magical. Everything about Iwaso was fantastic. Stay here for a traditional ryokan experience. Highly recommended!! ##### Denise Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trung Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great way to spend an easy getaway from the city. Beautiful nature setting. Got some good bathing in too. Great traditional Japanese dining! ##### Trung Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ERIC Apr 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best part is you are steps from the shrine. Dinner was in a private room. Hotel is on top of a creek with waterfall. Onsen was perfect. It was the crown jewel of our vacation. ##### ERIC Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice Dec 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I never write reviews but Iwaso was unforgettable for so many reasons - it was an awesome traditional ryokan/onsen experience and so incredibly toddler friendly. The food was great and the customer service wonderful. 11/10 recommend. ##### Alice Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities An amazing experience. One of the highlights of our entire trip to Japan. Miyajima itself is extremely touristy and crowded, but still worth it for the views, shrines, temples, street food and the pesky deer. This hotel is a haven of tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle yet only a very short walk from the action. The staff guide you patiently in etiquette for a Ryokan. Both the evening meal and breakfast are cultural and culinary experiences and the onsen baths were lovely. Sleeping on the futon and tatami mats was much more comfortable than I expected. It’s not cheap by any means, but I think it is well worth it for the overall experience. ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas Nov 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Expensive but Probably Worth It This is a very expensive ryokan in my opinion, but you're paying to be able to stay in Miyajima after all the tourists leave, so it's worth it. You can get a very nice kaiseki dinner, which if you like Japanese food, you'll like. It's heavy on the fish and shellfish, not surprising since it's an island, so if you have an issue with that, you need to tell them when you make the reservation or at least before you arrive. The room was a basic Japanese room. Really well appointed. My only problem was that it sounded like they were doing laundry in the room below me all night, but then in the morning, I thought maybe it was the plumbing? Who knows. It's centrally located to the shrine, so I got up at 7 and had the place almost to myself - which is the reason why you do this. ![Here's the reason why you're there!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7BD55E725FF8C2844262694AF67C7062C744E5B41731313024040.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Simple but pleasant](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5CBBBD21A55ABACE7B255B80B3095760020EAF091731313024234.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Opening dinner tray. There were six more courses.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1E16D03C8CDAF5AE43CE3842BBB59FE1A36A401C1731313024094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Breakfast](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7D857E5640000F66926DF599A15FAD3EA173C7A81731313023972.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Douglas Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashleigh Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worth an overnight stay on Miyajima Lovely stay - as a first time visitor to Japan, it was great to have a night at some more traditional lodging. Iwaso was beautiful and the service excellent. The fixtures in the private bathroom in my room were somewhat dated but everything was very clean, and I really used the Onsen anyway - also, the historic/classic styling of the property was what I wanted. I didn’t find the futons particularly comfortable, but am used to western beds. But what I really felt like I was paying for here was location - a short walk to town, beautifully set right along the river. Could hear the stream from my room (which looked out into the trees, I was in the newer/larger building) and loved using the outdoor Onsen next to the water. And, the best part was being up late/early after the hordes of day trippers had left - very peaceful. It also made it easier to get to the ropeway right at opening and avoid the lines (property is along the path up to Mt Misen.) The more expensive lodging options looked beautiful and probably worth the splurge - just outside my budget. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3F66B83CACAA9A20E7DA5782A4D35AB2D5E6C0641732143459960.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3BA74CEFBB28D926E05F5DB23E3D196B9485CA361732143463584.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0011808399FCFF856918CF1326664957DF781ABE1732143461581.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/371FFDB022944245D01951FF21FFD3CC19350B171732143461032.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ashleigh Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart Oct 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Premier Destination on Miyajima Iwaso is a tremendous experience, absolutely recommended in my book. The hotel staff were very helpful and attentive, making sure I knew everything I needed to to make the most of my time staying there. I stayed at Iwaso for one night as a part of a larger trip traveling around Japan, and the room I had here was far and away the most spacious and luxurious of any I stayed in during the trip. Iwaso is a short walk away from many of the main attractions on Miyajima (really short, we're talking sub-10-minutes). However, Iwaso also has a bus that can pick you up from the ferry terminal, which is a big help if you have any heavy bags. (I didn't, but could see how useful that would be.) The balcony in my room overlooked a remarkably calm forested area, with the sounds of wildlife as company while I sat and read. The balcony was enclosed, to prevent mosquitos and other bugs from disrupting your experience. The room also included instructions for the yukata (traditional pyjamas) and for using the hotel's onsen, both of which were very helpful for a foreigner like me who wasn't already accustomed to them! I didn't book dinner with my room, but the front desk staff were able to provide me with a map of the island with some dinner recommendations. And the traditional breakfast was a real treat, wholeheartedly recommended to get a taste for some new Japanese foods. ##### Stuart Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronan Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautiful tranquil retreat with excellent Japanese cuisine and a warm Welcome. Highly recommended ##### Ronan Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helia Sep 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was awesome ##### Helia Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### wendy Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved this stay ##### wendy Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keir Nov 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Food was amazing. Best I’ve had on my trip. Loved the area as well. ##### Keir Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glen Feb 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Traditional stay If you're after an authentic tradtional Japanese stay, look no further ##### Glen Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Stayed in the old wing ##### Tiffany Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### matt Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Amenities Brilliant place to stay. Right by the torii gate also ##### matt Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Feb 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A once in a lifetime experience!! Impeccable property with rich traditions. 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