Iwaso
3.5 star property

Comfortable ryokan, walk to Itsukushima Shrine

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Iwaso

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Front of property
Hot springs
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Hot springs

Overview of Iwaso

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Momijidani Miyajima, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima-ken, 739-0522
  • Popular LocationItsukushima Shrine3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMiyajima Aquarium7 min walk
  • Popular LocationMiyajima Ferry Terminal13 min walk
  • AirportHiroshima (HIJ)51 min drive
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Room options

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4.83 Ping (16 square meters)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Futons

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 4.83 Ping (16 square meters)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Futons

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 4.83 Ping (16 square meters)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

Hatsukaichi

Iwaso is located in Itsukushima, a neighborhood in Hatsukaichi, and is in a shopping district and near the beach. Atomic Bomb Dome is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Setonaikai National Park and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hiroshima Green Arena or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Itsukushima Shrine - 3 min walk
  • Five-Story Pagoda - 4 min walk
  • Miyajima Aquarium - 7 min walk
  • Omotesando Shopping Arcade - 11 min walk
  • Miyajima Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Hatsukaichi Hiroden-miyajima-guchi Station - 1 min drive
  • Miyajimaguchi Station - 1 min drive
  • Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) - 51 min drive

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

Ryokan near Itsukushima Shrine
Iwaso is located close to Miyajima Ferry Terminal, and 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 area shuttle
  • A 24-hour front desk, a water dispenser, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Iwaso offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like safes and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Separate tubs/showers, toilets with electronic bidets, and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Momiji

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • Indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
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.

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:

  • 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.

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
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

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?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Iwaso?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Iwaso?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Iwaso?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Iwaso located?

Located in Itsukushima, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Setonaikai National Park and Itsukushima Shrine. Momijidani Route and Sannou Shrine are also within 5 minutes.

Iwaso Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 191 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarai

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with family and small children
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kong meng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the meals and housing. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. Maybe add an extra mirror and soap in shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Alan, Ottawa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019