The best places to stay in Miyajima! 12 hotels and ryokan where you can escape from everyday life [Hiroshima]

Itsukushima, commonly known as Miyajima, located in Hiroshima, is a tourist destination visited by many people from Japan and abroad. It is surrounded by a lot of nature, including Itsukushima Shrine, which has a large torii gate that stands on the sea, and its main appeal is that you can enjoy the scenery that can only be found here. In addition to seasonal changes, you can enjoy various changes depending on the time of day, such as low tide and high tide, sunsets and sunrises, and nighttime.

In order to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Miyajima, it is recommended to stay in Miyajima. You can enjoy Miyajima's gourmet food and nature while watching the scenery change with time. Miyajima has an abundance of hotels and ryokan, each with its own unique characteristics, and there are many of the finest inns that will make you want to stay just for the purpose of staying. We will introduce you to an inn where you can get away from the everyday and leave yourself to the extraordinary.

"Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto" is a long-established inn in Miyajima, the closest to Itsukushima Shrine. This inn is convenient for visiting Itsukushima Shrine, and you can receive high-quality hospitality while experiencing the great nature of Miyajima and the history of its founding in the early Edo period. There are plenty of opportunities to experience the charm of Miyajima while staying, such as night guided tours by local guides and early morning walking tours that can only be experienced by hotel guests.

There is a wide variety of room types available, including elegant Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western style rooms. From rooms with great views of the large torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine and the illuminated stone lanterns illuminating the sea, to rooms built in the sukiya-style style created by Kyoto craftsmen and rooms with open-air baths made entirely of cypress, all of the rooms are full of elegance and charm. If you stay in a suite with an open-air bath, you can see the large torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine from the bathtub.

There is also a large public bath with an open-air bath, so you can stretch out your limbs and relax. It uses artificial onsen that are soft and comfortable to the touch, so you can relax from the core of your body. Let's relax and heal the daily fatigue.

Kinsuikan is a historic onsen ryokan founded in 1902 (Meiji 35). You can bathe in a rare natural onsen in Miyajima, and the Seto Inland Sea can be seen right in front of you, so you can be healed by the spectacular view and onsen. The hotel is fully equipped with facilities that allow you to relax while enjoying the location, such as a book cafe where you can casually read books collected by the host, and a seaside terrace where you can see the illuminated torii gate and the night view.

The "Royal Twin Room with Private Bathroom and Ocean View" offers the special experience of being able to take in a spectacular view from the bath.

The semi-open-air bath filled with natural hot spring onsen is large enough for two people to soak in. There are also a variety of room types, including rooms with ocean views that are typical of Miyajima, rooms with quaint views of townhouses and Omotesando, and rooms for those who want a compact stay mainly for sightseeing. Why not relax and enjoy the time passing by while immersing yourself in the luxury of staying in Miyajima, gazing at the ocean and savoring the atmosphere of a townhouse?

100% natural onsen spring is used, which is rare in Miyajima. This precious “Miyajima Shioyu onsen” is onsen that gushes out from underground and contains seawater. If you visit the shrine after purifying your body in a saltwater bath unique to Miyajima, you may feel even more refreshed.

In addition, the ``inn cuisine'' using Hiroshima ingredients such as Hiroshima vegetables, Hiroshima beef, and seafood caught in the Seto Inland Sea is also attractive. In particular, oysters from Miyajima are plump and have a rich flavor. Indulge in luxurious cuisine that will satisfy both your stomach and soul.

"Hotel Miyajima Villa" is conveniently located about a 1-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, the gateway to Miyajima. Based on the concept of "a home in Miyajima for adults", this is a hotel where you can experience the pleasures of living in Miyajima and, as the name suggests, you can stay as if you were staying in a villa. Produced by Kinsuikan, which I introduced earlier, there are onsen, lounges, terraces, bars, restaurants and bakeries.

The stylish guest rooms, each with its own concept inspired by Miyajima's townhouses, sea, and mountains, are built in a modern Japanese style. There is the atmospheric "townhouse style," the "sea style" enveloped in the pleasant sea breeze, the warm "mountain style," and the high-quality "mountain villa suite" perfect for special occasions. The rooms are simple yet elegant, offering a relaxing space. The photo shows the "sea style."

The Mountain Villa Suite is a high-quality suite perfect for a special occasion. You can enjoy a view of the greenery from the view bath, allowing you to truly relax.

The large public bath where you can enjoy the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea has a modern Japanese atmosphere with tatami mats. This is a semi-natural artificial onsen, and the soft water is comfortable and warms your body from the core. There is a fireplace and a study after the bath, and you can relax in the lounge with healing music. For dinner, you can enjoy colorful dishes in a buffet style.

Hotel Miya Rikyu is a place where you can enjoy a large public bath with a spectacular view and cuisine made with seafood from the sea and mountains. This is a relaxing inn with a Japanese atmosphere, but there is also plenty of entertainment. You can also enjoy experiences unique to this inn, such as the ``Miyajima Night Cruise,'' where you may pass through the large torii gate depending on the time of day.

The guest rooms are mainly regular rooms, divided into sea side, city side, and mountain side, and you can enjoy different views of Miyajima from each room. In addition to the Sukiya-zukuri Japanese-style room where you can forget about the time and relax, there are also special rooms and Western-style rooms, so you can use them according to the occasion.

There are two large public baths, "Urashima no Yu" where you can see the Otorii gate and five-storied pagoda, and "Otohime no Yu" where you can see the scenery of Seto that changes depending on the time of day. So you can enjoy both baths without any worries. After taking a bath, please enjoy the inn's original green tea and barley tea in the small rest area.

About a 5-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, “Itsukushima Iroha” is an inn that combines a stylish atmosphere with a traditional Japanese feel. As you walk through the stone-paved approach, you will find yourself in a peaceful space. The hotel offers plenty of hospitality, such as dishes that allow you to enjoy the flavors of the Seto Inland Sea and open-air baths. It is also in a good location by the sea, making it convenient for visiting Itsukushima Shrine.

The sophisticated Japanese-modern guest rooms have a variety of styles, such as "rooms with a sea view" and "rooms with a mountain view," which will stir up your travel mood. The sophisticated space is very fashionable, even though it has a nostalgic feel to it. You can spend your time looking at the scenery, or you can relax in the bath.

From the "Ocean View Rooms," you can see a large torii gate floating in the sea, just as the name suggests.

The large public bath on the top floor also has an open-air bath. A blissful time filled with a sense of openness while soaking in a thick silk bath. If you come in time for the sunset, you may be able to see a spectacular view that will remain in your heart forever. It is also best to enter in the clear air in the early morning.

Hotel Kikunoya is located on a hill in Miyajima and is known for having the best view of Miyajima. Itsukushima Shrine is about a 5-minute walk away, and the autumn foliage spot Momijidani Park is just like a backyard, making it a convenient location for sightseeing. Also, the cuisine prepared by the inn's proud head chef is also attractive. You can fully enjoy the gifts of the Seto Inland Sea and the earth.

The concept of the guest room is "relaxation". If you choose a room on the sea side where you can enjoy the view of Miyajima, you can enjoy the unique scenery of Miyajima together with the Otorii of Itsukushima Shrine. The mountain side rooms are available in a variety of styles, both Japanese and Western.

There is also an open-air bath in a Japanese garden called "Kiku no Yu", a large public bath with a jacuzzi, and a footbath that will soothe your feet after a long walk. Relaxing in the bath will heal your mind and body. By the way, you can check how crowded the public bath is on your smartphone. It's nice to be able to take a bath at a time when there are few people.

Founded in 1854, Iwaso has a history of nearly 170 years and is about a 15-minute walk from Miyajima Pier. It is said that in the first year of Ansei, the first generation received permission to develop the current Momijidani Park and built a teahouse. It's about a 3-minute walk from Otorii and Itsukushima Shrine, so it's convenient for sightseeing. Located in Momijidani Park, you can sometimes hear the voices of warblers and frogs. You can spend a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle.

The guest rooms are divided into the main building, new building, and annex (4 rooms). The main building is located facing Momijidani in the park. The new building has a location that overlooks the valley from above. Surrounded by greenery, you can forget about the hustle and bustle of the city and be filled with the travel spirit. If you stay in a detached house, you can have dinner and breakfast in your room. You can also enjoy the elaborate Kaiseki cuisine and, depending on the season, the famous Miyajima oysters.

In the public bath, you can enjoy the natural onsen "Wakamiya onsen" which is rare in Miyajima. Wakamiya onsen, which contains radon, has both indoor and outdoor baths for men and women. Also, if you are lucky, you might even come across a lovely deer while soaking in the open-air bath. When can we meet? It seems that you will end up taking a long bath ♩

Speaking of Miyajima, the main approach is the approach to the shrine and the way to the shrine, but the seaside in the opposite direction is also a wonderful area where you can feel the nature of the island. "Miyajima Seaside Hotel", which is built in such an area, is a hotel where you can enjoy the view while feeling the sea breeze right next to the sea. It is also close to Miyajima Tsutsumigaura Nature Park, which has a beach, and there is a sandy beach in front of the hotel, so you can enjoy Miyajima with plenty of nature.

The guest rooms have a pure Japanese style and are comfortable. If you are in a "sea view" room, you can relax while looking out at the ocean. Let's be healed by the luxurious time of simply relaxing while being surrounded by the sea breeze. By the way, there are hammocks hanging on the terrace of the lobby floor on the first floor, except in winter, so you can relax in style.

There are large public baths for men and women inside the hotel, where you can stretch your arms and legs and refresh yourself from the fatigue of your travels. After taking a bath, be sure to try your hand at table tennis! It's free for hotel guests, so feel free to enjoy it. Then, enjoy a Kaiseki dinner at the on-site restaurant. We also have local sake from Hiroshima, so why not enjoy a drink with your fresh fish? If you stay at Miyajima Seaside Hotel, you will forget about your daily fatigue and have a peaceful stay.

"Livemax Resort Aki Miyajima" is about a 10-minute walk from Miyajima Pier toward Itsukushima Shrine. It is also about a 3-minute walk from "Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street," which sells Hiroshima's famous momiji manju and other souvenirs. Even if you end up shopping too much, you can immediately leave your luggage at the hotel, which is very convenient. You can also use the pool during the summer, and you can immerse yourself in the resort feeling while staying in Miyajima by lighting up the night pool.

There are 9 types of rooms in total, such as "Junior Suite" and "Japanese Modern Twin". You can also choose a room with an open-air bath or a semi-open-air bath. The hot water in the bathtub uses a rare natural onsen in Miyajima. It's a room that will make special memories not only for sightseeing but also for your time at the inn.

The hotel has a large public bath in the main building and a large public bath in the annex. Among them, the observation bath in the large public bath in the annex has a great location overlooking Miyajima. At night, you can spend a luxurious time looking back on your travels while watching the Otorii gate that is lit up.

Jukeiso, which is located on a hill, is about 10 minutes by taxi or courtesy car from Miyajima Pier. The location overlooks Itsukushima Shrine and many other temples and shrines. In particular, the night view of the island seen from the private open-air bath of the inn is a spectacular view that will leave you with unforgettable memories. The road leading from the pier to the inn is full of sights such as the five-storied pagoda and the Treasure Hall, which houses arts and crafts. If you have time, enjoy walking around on your way to your accommodation.

There are four types of guest rooms, A to D, with different views, and a special room on the top floor. There are Japanese-style rooms and types with beds in rooms A to D, so you can choose according to the number of people and your preferences. The special room is a luxurious space where you can see all the views of Itsukushima Shrine, the five-storied pagoda, Otorii, and the Seto Inland Sea. There is also a bar counter, so you can spend a memorable time alone or with a group.

Dinner is a seasonal kaiseki meal that uses plenty of seasonal produce from the Seto Inland Sea. The menu from autumn to winter uses oysters that represent Hiroshima. Satisfy your stomach and soul while watching the Otorii illuminated at dinner time. Start your day with a warm Japanese set breakfast to recharge your energy for your trip. In addition, there is a corner selling souvenirs of Miyajima in the inn, so it is convenient to buy additional souvenirs.

"Miyajima Hotel Makoto" is close to Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street, which has about 70 souvenir shops, and is about a 5-minute walk from Miyajima Pier. Itsukushima Shrine can be accessed in about 10 minutes on foot, so it's perfect as a base for traveling to Miyajima. One of the attractions is that they offer a luggage storage service. Not only do they come to the pier to store your luggage before check-in, but they are generous enough to deliver your luggage to the pier after check-in.

All 50 guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms, and they are spacious with more than 12.5 tatami mats. There are 4 types to choose from, including one with a front room and one with a wide edge. All rooms have two sinks, so even women traveling together can easily get ready in the morning. Some rooms don't have a bathroom, but there is a large communal bath with a view of the small garden, so don't worry. There is also a private bath that you can use for free, so be sure to check it out.

Dinner is setouchi kaiseki cuisine using local and seasonal ingredients. There are three different courses, but all of them use Miyajima's specialty, conger eel, so you can enjoy the taste of Miyajima no matter which one you choose. For breakfast, you can enjoy clam miso soup, which is served in a large pot that is the specialty of the inn. Get your day off to a good start with a hearty breakfast.

"Yamaichi Bekkan", which started from the restaurant "Yamaichi", is a small inn located about 1 minute on foot from Miyajima Pier. There are only 4 guest rooms in the 3-story building. Besides, there is no elevator. However, you can enjoy the delicious gems unique to Miyajima that outweigh the negative points. Sightseeing in Miyajima is good, but this is the kind of inn that makes you want to stay for the food. The rooms are nostalgic and have a warm atmosphere. You will have a great time.

Among the dishes that the inn boasts, Miyajima's specialty, conger eel seasoned with a secret sauce, is exceptional. The rare "conger eel sashimi" and "conger eel shabu-shabu" are extremely fresh because they cook live conger eel on the same day. In addition to the dishes on the menu, it is unique to a small inn to respond to detailed orders.

There are so many hotels and ryokan with a good atmosphere in Miyajima. An inn where you can spend a blissful time makes you forget your daily life for a while. Why don't you enjoy Miyajima's beautiful scenery and delicacies, and have a memorable stay while fully feeling the charm of the land?