Top Hotels in Shikoku Minshukus
Top Things to do in Shikoku
Countries
10 Minshukus in Shikoku: Best hotel deals for 2023
Discover the best Minshukus in Shikoku including Auberge Tosayama, Umibe no Yado Irihune, Minshuku Tomo, Minshuku Suzu, Guest House Omiyake, Seaside Hotel Taimaru Kaigetsu, A Tourist Home Ougiya, Guesthouse En, Ryokan Yoko, Iya Kanko Ryokan.
Things to do in Shikoku
1. Auberge Tosayama
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Have you heard of the auberge, conceived in France? It is not merely a place for lodging, but a setting in which to encounter extraordinary feasts, where one can bask in moments of contentment. Couched in lush green and clear flowing streams is the "Auberge Tosayama." We wish to welcome you with heavenly flavors and soothing spaces. The setting for Auberge Tosayama is Tosayama, the inner sanctum of Kochi City, on the island of Shikoku. With a backdrop of Kenmin no Mori Mt. Kuishi, and blessed with the abundantly flowing headwaters of the Kagami River, this place is laden with the graces of nature. Escape the hustle and bustle in only 30 minutes. Since first opening its doors in this beautiful village, Auberge Tosayama has continued to walk forward with the surrounding area. It exists as a bridge builder, taking action at home together with the next generation, and sending that energy outward.
Very nice rural retreat
Reviewed By KI-NRTWe were in the area to tour Kochi's sights and sounds, and while Auberge Tosayama is about a 45 minute drive from the city, we had our own car and felt that relaxing in a remote oasis would be better than staying at a bland, large hotel. After staying at this retreat, we felt that we made a good choice. It's a stylish small resort (only 16 rooms total) that blends in nicely with its mountainous surroundings. It has a mostly earthly tone in muted colors that really soothed our soul and made us feel one with nature. The reception area has floor-to-ceiling windows with great views of the lush greenery and rolling hills all around. Our Villa was accessed by crossing the river via a suspension bridge (it's sturdy, not to worry) - an interesting way to get to the room without it being too far to be an arduous task. The Villa itself is one of a few that on the other side of the river, and each are detached units that are reminiscent of a mountain hut. The Villa was tastefully furnished and well appointed. While we generally prefer larger rooms with bedrooms that are separate from the living room, the junior suite-style layout was adequate. Two nits to pick, however. First, no Onsen (natural hot springs) bath in the room, as is the case with many top-end ryokans. Secondly, internet speeds were terrible... that is, if we could even get connected (it was intermittent.) While I understand that the purpose of staying in a place like this is to unwind and disconnect from the civilized world, it would be nice to have the option to get online should we so choose. Oh, one more thing... the nearest electrical outlet is FAR from the only table in the room; we borrowed a long extension cord, but even then, it was literally a stretch for the cable to reach my laptop. At least they have a communal Onsen, which is gender segregated (like 99% of public ryokan Onsen baths) and offers both an indoor and open-air bath. It's not very large, but given the small number of rooms on site, it's doubtful that you'll have to share it with too many people, save for late afternoons (just before dinner) and late mornings (after breakfast and just before check-out time.) Auberge Tosayama's supposed calling card is its food offerings - after all, it has "Auberge" in its name. We enjoyed the meals, and it's probably as good as it's going to get in Kochi. It won't be on our "10 best ryokan meals" list, but it doesn't have to be. Not everything was spectacular, but there were a few memorable dishes. The Foie Gras "Joyo Mushi" was a dish consisting of Foie Gras mixed with grated Yam that was steamed into a ball shape, topped with Uni (Sea Urchin) and doused with Ankake sauce. Even the simpler dishes, including a salad that contained locally-sourced vegetables such as Komatsuna (Japanese Mustard Spinach) and Japanese Turnip was excellent. We were in Kochi after all, so we really wanted to try some of the indigenous dishes... and Auberge Tosayama did a great job introducing us to many local ingredients but with a creative flair. Overall, this is a very solid property that's modern yet cozy, has comfortable and stylish rooms (at least the Villas were) and good food. If you're going to be anywhere near Kochi City, and want to get away from it all, you can't go wrong with Auberge Tosayama.
2. Umibe no Yado Irihune
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Simple but sweet
Reviewed By Kayo TSituated right on the waterfront and near many shops and restaurants (including yummy Shodoshima Ramen Hishio just a few steps away)! The rooms are simple... shared bath and toilets but the location is great and the couple and grandma who run the place try their best to make your stay comfortable.
3. Minshuku Tomo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
4. Minshuku Suzu
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 10 reviews
neat room
Reviewed By Free DThe ryokan is located on the 2nd floor of a building on the edge of town. It is a good 15 minutes walk to town (although there's not much in town). However, it is only 5 minutes walk to a big supermarket where you can pick up breakfast (which is not offered at the ryokan). There's limited free parking space opposite the ryokan. The in-room wifi was strong. However, there's no hair dryer anywhere and no kettle in the room, you have to ask reception for water. The room was quite big and neat with a wash basin.
5. Guest House Omiyake
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Not so comfortable or helpful
Reviewed By SimplecolinjamesStrange to see this place getting mostly good reviews because our experience was not great. Sure it’s a great location and being Japanese it’s clean. But that’s all the positives· Our “apartment” had two single mattresses and two single beds crammed into one room. Yes, it sleeps four technically but it’s not relaxed to be so crowded together. The mattresses on the floor were very thin, so I felt like I was trying to sleep on concrete! The duvets were short and made even shorter by the weird sheets fitted around them so my feet were sticking out. All of that amounted to two bad nights’ sleep. The host, who smelled strongly of alclogol when we arrived, seemed confused about how to operate the heating — after a few false starts he eventually showed us how to turn on the heating but not how to turn it off. Later he misinformed us about the ferry timetable (while maintaining there was no need to phone and check). As a result we missed the last direct ferry to Teshima, nearly got stranded on Naoshima and actually had to take a much longer route to Teshima via Uno. Finally he was inflexible about breakfast time. We asked for 9 because we were tired after a long journey. We were told that was too early, why not 8? We agreed to have it at 830. It came at 815. Not a big deal but why ask if there is no real choice?
6. Seaside Hotel Taimaru Kaigetsu
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 30 reviews
Seaside hotel in Naruto.
Comfortable hotel close to whirlpools and Museum of Art
Reviewed By kspaceWe stayed in this hotel as a stopover, driving from Awaji to Shikoku. It's an onsen hotel with both Western-style beds and tatami as bedding options. There is a large carpark space behind the hotel. Breakfast provided was Japanese-style and adequate, with options for rice/porridge, juice and coffee. There are limited options for food around, and had to go into Naruto City for dinner. It was a short drive of about 10 minutes to the boats going out to the whirlpools, and 5 minutes to the Otsuka Museum of Art.
7. A Tourist Home Ougiya
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
朝食が美味しかった
Reviewed By riohalhallo宿泊は普通のアパート一室。写真の通り。テレビエアコンついてるので問題なし。トイレの度に下に鍵かけていくのは多少面倒でした。海外観光客が多く、2階にスーツケースはキツそう。海外のかたは一階になるべくしてたみたいだけど。 お風呂は湯船ありとシャワーのみのものあります。女性と男性わかれてます。シャンプーなどもあり、部屋からタオル持参です。鏡ないので、手鏡持参のがよいかも。部屋には小さな鏡があります。 朝食は別料金で近くのイタリアン レガロ。 ここはとても美味しくミネストローネおかわりしました。 バス亭は目の前ですが、民営は本数少ないのでアクセスは不便。 でも安いので、バックパッカーとかおすすめです。
8. Guesthouse En
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Guest house EN is in the mountain. The altitude is 400 meters. Concept 【Japanese countryside】 Nearby there is a very beautiful NiyodoRiver. You can enjoy the nature of Japan. Guest house EN is only staying. The owner can speak only Japanese. Here, you need a car. ※ November - March has a shuttle. [Old] [Good] [Japan] [Countryside] We will help you to have a good time. We are looking forward to your use. (^ ^) ※I write using a translation application. Guesthouse EN Options 【GOEMONBURO】 (Japanese old bath) ※ outside bath One person 1,000 yen 【Rafting Tour】 Rafting is possible with a very beautiful river "Niyodo river". Time set at 9 o'clock in the morning 13 o'clock goal I will guide rafting. 【BBQ】 One person 2500 yen (Beef 150 g · vegetables · sausages · yakisoba) 【breakfast】 500 yen for one person (Bread · yogurt · fruit · coffee) If you want to do, please email me.
An unique way to explore Niyadogawa
Reviewed By CanIGoWithYouWe stumbled upon Guesthouse En as we were looking for a place to stay between two days of exploring Niyadogawa and the gorges, and booked it because it's quite central to the places we were visiting, and the review score was excellent. After our stay, we wholeheartedly agree with those reviews. Guesthouse En is literally in the mountains. After branching off from the main road, it took us 20 minutes driving on a single-lane winding road to reach it. We were welcomed by Takao and Megu. Even though they speak little English and our Japanese is quite limited, we didn't encounter any problem at check-in. Takao gave us a thorough tour around the property and made sure we were aware of the house rules (very reasonable as long as you recognize you are staying in a home-stay and not a hotel), and off to prepare our barbecue dinner for us. The first floor of the house is the common area and consists several Japanese style dining tables and a well-stocked kitchen. The toilets, sinks and shower facility are outside of the house, as well as a laundry area. The second floor consists three Japanese style bedrooms (futons instead of beds), and all with view of the mountains. Every single place was clean and well-maintained. We were provided with more than enough ingredients for the barbecue as well as the equipment. It was quite an experience to enjoy a grill under a starry sky. The kitchen was stocked with breakfast items, and the drinks were very reasonably priced. Thanks to Takao and Megu's hospitality. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Guesthouse En.
9. Ryokan Yoko
Overall Ratings
3 based on 1 reviews
離土庄港很近的便宜民宿
Reviewed By bigvoyageur為了要離土庄港近，我找到了這家便宜的民宿。其實這家民宿就是陽子居酒屋，看來是餐廳後面與二樓的房間騰出來當民宿。找到陽子居酒屋後順著右邊的巷子走到房子的側門，才會看到小小的旅館招牌。按了門鈴後，來接待的老闆娘竟然是中國人，聽到我是台灣來的，很開心用國語就聊起來。她讓我選二樓或一樓的房間，我選擇一樓因為比較靠近公用的衛浴。房間是傳統的tatami，但是有一張行軍床，門是傳統的拉門，可以從裡面上鎖，但是出去時無法從外面上鎖。不過日本治安很好，只要貴重金錢護照等帶在身上，行李放沒上鎖的房間也還好。整體來說，是很簡單的住宿，但是地點跟價錢都很合理，老闆娘也很熱情。我晚上去小豆島的大眾溫泉泡澡，所以也沒有用到旅館的衛浴（就是很家庭式的衛浴）。隔天一早為了搭船，七點多就出門了，老闆娘也沒有給我鑰匙，因為前晚十點多回來後門都還沒上鎖，就是一個這樣隨性的民宿。
10. Iya Kanko Ryokan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 13 reviews
かずら橋に近いのが利点
Reviewed By maxmaxtomお風呂は温泉ではありません。料理も夕食には汁物がなく、暖かいのはご飯だけで、野菜中心の文字通りの粗食で期待してはいけません。掃除はされていますが、建物は古くトイレも共同で、旅館と名前が付いていますが、民宿のレベルです。車は3台ほど駐車できます。 しかし、①かずら橋に歩いて5分位の近さにあること、②宿泊費が安いこと、③女主人が話好きで英語が話せることで、トリップアドバイザーの評価が、悪くはないのだと思います。
