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Iwaso

3.5 star property
Ryokan with restaurant, near Itsukushima Shrine
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Front of property
Hot springs
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Reception
Hot springs

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Onsen
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants
  • Hot springs
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Water dispenser
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is AU$706
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Main Building)

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Main Building)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Bidet
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Futons

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese-Style, New Building)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese-Style, New Building) (For 1 Adult Use)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese-Style, New Building) (For 1 Adult Use)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Futon

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About the area

Map
Momijidani Miyajima, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima-ken, 739-0522

What's nearby

  • Itsukushima Shrine - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Momijidani Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Five-Story Pagoda - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Miyajima Aquarium - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Miyajima Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Iwakuni (IWK) - 26 min drive
  • Hiroshima (HIJ) - 51 min drive
  • Hatsukaichi Hiroden-miyajima-guchi Station - 1 min drive
  • Hatsukaichi Kyoteijomae Station - 1 min drive
  • Hatsukaichi Ajina Station - 3 min drive
  • Free local area shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪紅葉堂本店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪スターバックス - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪とりい - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪牡蠣屋 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪伊都岐珈琲 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Iwaso

Iwaso offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine. Guests can indulge in massages, and Momiji serves lunch.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 38 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Please note: Same-day requests to change menu items cannot be accommodated.

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 20

Children

  • Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle*

Off-site

  • Free area shuttle

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Hot springs
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Separate bath and shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. There are 2 hot springs open between 6:00 AM and midnight.

Dining

Momiji – This restaurant only serves lunch.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to midnight
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility

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.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
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.

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

Does Iwaso offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Iwaso 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 Iwaso?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Iwaso?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Iwaso?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Iwaso and nearby?
On-site recreation at Iwaso includes hot springs. Iwaso also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Iwaso?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Momiji.
What's the area around Iwaso like?
Iwaso is a short 3-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine and 3 minutes' walk from Momijidani Park.

Iwaso Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Ashleigh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Simple but pleasant
Opening dinner tray. There were six more courses.
Breakfast
Douglas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great way to spend an easy getaway from the city. Beautiful nature setting. Got some good bathing in too. Great traditional Japanese dining!
Trung, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Carolina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and very friendly staff!
Edward, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Iwaso is an outstanding, traditional, well preserved Japanese Ryokan with a long & old history, and was the highlight of our recent trip to Japan (family of 3, incl. 13 yo son and me who lived in Japan for more than 15 years). If you seek to experience real/ ‘old’ Japanese customs, e.g.: sleep on the floor in a traditional Japanese guesthouse, tickle your tastebuds with Kaiseki (multiple course dinner menue) and relax within an Ofuro (common bath for hotel guests) in an outdoor setting, the Iwaso Ryokan on Miyajima will take you back to that very special time 100 years ago. (To all novices to Japan, please (!) read through the guidance on Japanese customs the hotel is providing to really experience the traditions, show respect, and to have a most delightful ‘samurai-like’ time) We will remember & cherish our stay at Iwaso forever. PS: if you are uncertain how long to stay on Miyajima, I would recommend staying on the island a full day: there are many, many beautiful shrines and temples to visit, cute shopping streets that take you back in time, wonderful hiking possibilities with free roaming, wild deers, or a small beach for a quick dip (at least your legs) on a hot summer day.
Ulrike, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this stay
wendy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant place to stay. Right by the torii gate also
matt, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sarai, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

The hotel was great but we could not book dinner on both the nights we were there and there are really limited places to eat on the islands. Staff were nice but not that helpful. The room was lovely and basic as expected. The onsen were lovely
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved Iwaso. Spent one night in the main building and two nights in the new building. The staff were very friendly and most welcoming (we do not speak any Japanese). Highlights include the onsen (very clean and relaxing), the central location (near the hiking trails/shops/restaurants/shrines), and the food both at Iwaso and in town. This is a special place with special staff!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I liked the meals and housing. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. Maybe add an extra mirror and soap in shower.
kong meng, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Extraordinary!!
The staff from the Ryokan was very helpful and offer pleny of care. The place itself was incredible difficult to overcome. We could fell the deep within the culture of this world heritage island of Japan. Everything there worthy to visit. We will come back whenever visit Japan.
Jorge, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

This had been on my radar for years, having stopped in to check it out in the past. The entrance/lobby area is wonderful and the staff members are also wonderful - I guess that is what sold me on it. I finally had a chance to stay there, so made the reservation. I have been in many high end and low end ryokans. In low end things are tattered and food isn't memorable or even very good, but they charge $75-150 per person per night, so I don't expect more. High end ($250-500 per person/night) generally are much nicer with better rooms (with new, nice smelling tatami), nicer baths, and superior food. The price here was about $500-600 before extras for a night for 2 people and I expected much better food. It wasn't bad, but just wasn't special. The room was somewhat tattered and small. The tatami mats must have been old, since there was no nice smell. We had just come from a different ryokan that cost the same and had nicer facilities, a room twice the size and incredible food, so I expected more here. It is older (I think they said 150 years old), but that should be no excuse. The service was very nice and the staff was caring and friendly. I really enjoyed all of the staff members with whom I had any contact. I just expected a nicer room and better food for the price.
1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Very helpful staff; took time to answer a myriad of questions that I’m sure they’ve been asked hundreds of times before. He’d never stayed in a ryokan so enjoyed the room and the onsen.
Alan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing stay
Service is great, location is fantastic, food is amazing especially the dinner. Definitely a must stay.
Fely, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Wojtek, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

IWASO was recommended by a friend and it did not disappoint. The onsen baths were very relaxing with indoor and outdoor baths (separate male and female). The meals were also very good, and the location was beautiful.
Stephen, 1-night romance trip
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