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Iwaso

3.5 star property
3.5-star ryokan near Itsukushima Shrine

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Room service

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Momijidani Miyajima, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima-ken, 739-0522
  • Place, Setonaikai National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Itsukushima Shrine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Miyajima Ferry Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Iwakuni (IWK)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Futons

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Futons

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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About the area

Hatsukaichi

Itsukushima stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Itsukushima ryokan, you'll find Itsukushima Shrine and Miyajima Ferry Terminal. Setonaikai National Park and Five-Story Pagoda are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Setonaikai National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • 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 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
  • ‪まめたぬき - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Iwaso

3.5-star ryokan near Itsukushima Shrine
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Iwaso offers its guests hot springs. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Iwaso. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Hatsukaichi ryokan is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Iwaso offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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've listed 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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

How close is Iwaso to the airport?

Iwaso is 26.9 mi (71-min drive) away from the Iwakuni Airport (IWK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Iwaso?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Iwaso on Mar 12, 2026 start from CA $635, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Iwaso have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Iwaso.

How close is Iwaso to the beach?

This ryokan is 2.4 mi (11-min drive) from Tsutsumigaura Beach.

Does Iwaso offer free breakfast?

Iwaso does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Iwaso?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Iwaso?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Iwaso?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Iwaso have a pool?

Iwaso does not have a pool.

Does Iwaso have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Iwaso have a spa?

This ryokan doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Iwaso to downtown Hatsukaichi?

Iwaso is 2 mi away from Hatsukaichi.

Iwaso Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 253 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful tranquil retreat with excellent Japanese cuisine and a warm Welcome. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIBETH, LOS ALAMOS

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS, GUAYNABO

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise, Pleasant Hill

Travelled with partner
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!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bartosz

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed in the old wing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A once in a lifetime experience!! Impeccable property with rich traditions. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMY, San Diego

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traditional stay

If you're after an authentic tradtional Japanese stay, look no further
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Travelled with family
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing. Best I’ve had on my trip. Loved the area as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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!
Simple but pleasant
Opening dinner tray. There were six more courses.
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with group
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trung

Travelled with family
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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024