The 10 best Onsens in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

May 9, 2023 Yuk Petri

Discover the best Onsens in Wakayama Prefecture, Kinki including Shiraraso Grand Hotel, Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel, Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-KUSHIMOTO, Musashi, SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE, Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-MINABE, Hotel Sanrakuso, Shirahama Gyoen, INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama, Marina Hotel Kaiku.
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1. Shiraraso Grand Hotel

868, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
39%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 274 reviews

Shiraraso Grand Hotel

Shiraraso Grand Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Shirahama-cho, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Kumano Sansho Shrine (0.1 mi) and Shirahama Ginza Ashiyu Yokocho (0.2 mi), guests of Shiraraso Grand Hotel can easily experience some of Shirahama-cho's most well known attractions. Shiraraso Grand Hotel is a family-friendly onsen hotel offering a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The onsen hotel features shops and a coffee shop. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and a lounge, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Shirahama-cho. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Ko sushi, Wakayama Ramen Marumasa Ramen, and Kishu Ramen Okagesan, which are some Asian restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Engetsuto (0.4 mi) and Senjojiki (1.2 mi), which are some popular Shirahama-cho attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the onsen hotel. Enjoy your stay in Shirahama-cho!

Excellent service and stay

Reviewed By Graceful_Empanadas

A beautiful view of the beach, comfortable beds and a large clean room greeted us after a smooth check-in. Dinner and breakfast were tasty and made more special for their 90th anniversary in 2019. Service at the restaurant and at the front desk was very professional, always doing their best to cater to your needs. We stayed at another, more expensive, onsen ryokan in the area afterwards and this was leaps and bounds better! Stay on the premium floor here and you won't regret it!

2. Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel

2428, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
35%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 375 reviews

Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel

Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel overlooks the magnificent Pacific Ocean and Shirarahama Beach in Wakayama-ken, Japan. Located a 10 minute cab ride from JR Shirahama Station, we offer 182 guest rooms expressing beautiful scenes of Shirahama with the cobalt blue of the ocean and sky and more. Our hotel provides elegant stays in oceanfront rooms and those drawing from the Shirahama hot spring, one of Japan's three oldest. On the top floor, we offer a lounge and an open-air hot bath with an incredible view. Guests can enjoy the magnificent view of the setting sun over the expansive ocean. In addition, we offer a private pool, fitness center, spa, a seafood restaurant where guests can enjoy fresh seafood, and more. Guests can enjoy a special holiday here in Shirahama, an ocean resort area approximately 75 minutes by airplane from Tokyo and approximately 2 hours from Osaka.

Nice Marriott in Wakayama

Reviewed By 235noelv

A nice family-friendly hotel. Seems to be popular as there are many guests. Good recognition of elite members. Upgraded to an ocean view room with an onsen. Snacks and evening hot meals are served in the lounge. Breakfast has a good selection of food, both local and Western. Staff are friendly and helpful. Will come again if in Wakayama.

3. Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-KUSHIMOTO

1184-10 Sangodai, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun 649-3510 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
23%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 221 reviews

Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-KUSHIMOTO

Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-KUSHIMOTO is conveniently located near the entrance to the Kisei national highway as well as being close to the most southern point of Honshu Island. Kushimoto city boasts a rich history with close bonds with Turkey dating back to the 19th century. Various delicacies are in abundance around the Kushimoto coastline like the Northern Bluefin Tuna, as well as other seasonal delicacies like the Longtooth Grouper, Japanese Spiny Lobster and Wakayama Prefecture's wild game served up French-style! Kushimoto is renowned for its picturesque scenery, Hashikuiiwa (a local sightseeing spot) and is the filming location for the movie "Shipwreck 1890", a tribute film to the 125th anniversary of Japan-Turkey relations.

Very nice resort-hotel, great view from the rooms and great onsen.

Reviewed By Shlomi T

Very nice resort-hotel, great view from the rooms and great onsen. Great souvenir shop at the hotel. Rooms are large but with poor decor that was probably done during the bubble years... Hot-spring is GREAT with beautiful view over the bay. In the parking lot of the hotel I noticed one evening a deer and a wild rabbit, that was a nice surprise.

4. Musashi

868, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
16%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
10%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 221 reviews

Musashi

Hotel

One of the best hotels in Japan!

Reviewed By AnnevanAlmkerk

We had three week working tour trip in Japan and Musashi Ryokan turned out to be one of the best places we have visited. The hotel itself is a traditional one, we had a very nice room with beautiful view to the sea. The onsen is very impressive. The ones on the ground floor are the same many others in Japan in general, very clean and comfortable, the one on the top of the hotel is amazing. The moments of enjoying the sunset from there would be something to die for. What we really love from this place are the people, the hotel staff. Everyone is helpful and friendly. Special thanks to Mr. Yoshino, he gave us his smiles and support every time we need. He speaks very good English and very knowledgable about the whole areas, he can answer all of our questions. Mr. Yoshino shows us what hospitality of the Japanese really means! Besides, the breakfast buffet is delicious with many different kinds of Western and Japanese food. The location if perfect, bus stop is just in front of the hotel, and the beach is there, just 1 minute walk. All nice sightseeings places are in walkable distance. We extended our trip there longer than plan and absolutely we would be back. Highly recommends for travellers who would like to have relaxing and enjoyable holidays.

5. SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE

1821, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
24%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
12%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 272 reviews

SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE

Finding an ideal family-friendly onsen hotel in Shirahama-cho does not have to be difficult. Welcome to SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE, a nice option for travelers like you. SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE is a family-friendly onsen hotel offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free internet access is offered to guests. The onsen hotel features a 24 hour front desk, baggage storage, and a gift shop. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and an on-site restaurant, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Shirahama-cho. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Nearby landmarks such as Shirahama Kaichu Observatory Deck (0.1 mi) and Shirahama Ginza Ashiyu Yokocho (0.7 mi) make SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE a great place to stay when visiting Shirahama-cho. If you like Asian restaurants, SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE is conveniently located near Ko sushi, Wakayama Ramen Marumasa Ramen, and Kishu Ramen Okagesan. If you are interested in exploring Shirahama-cho, check out an art museum, such as Shirahama Art Museum. SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE puts the best of Shirahama-cho at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Great for a date, families or friends

Reviewed By Juan_cyb88

Key Terrace Hotel Seamore is a really lovely, modern and chic hotel in the south of Wakayama Prefecture. We stayed in a sea view room with Tatatmi area, and booked dinner at one of the two traditional restaurants within the hotel complex. First, the views are wonderful. Taking a relaxing moment at the infinity footbath, or a drink in the beer garden at night are absolute musts to enjoy the sights. You can also visit the underwater observatory, or use the onsen facilities. Some other reviews have mentioned, unfortunately, the place is surrounded by nature, and that means bugs. They're like cockroaches but not. If you're creeped out by things that scuttle, don't go to the outdoor onsen. The hotel is a 15 minute walk to Sandanbeki caves, and a five minute walk to the fisherman's wharf. A short car ride will take you to Adventure World. within the hotel there are lots of facilities for enjoying your night for families or groups of friends. There's also a karaoke room on the 3rd floor (book in advance). Dinner was phenomenal. We had a selection of foods from the region, including freshly caught abalone and a freshly prepared mackerel sashimi (the head of which they turned into a soup for us once the sashimi was gone). The buffet at breakfast has a mix of all Japanese standards and Western styles. There's also the delicious pastries of Tettei bakery inside the hotel if you wanna buy something for the drive back. Would go back and would recommend the hotel to friends who are looking for a great stay in Shirahama.

6. Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-MINABE

348 Yamauchi Ometsudomari, Minabe-cho, Hidaka-gun 645-0012 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
11%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
27%
Poor
7%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 202 reviews

Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-MINABE

Bring your family and a beach mat and enjoy your time at the beach, or then again look at the ocean from the comfort of a hot spring. Either way, you can enjoy yourself at Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-MINABE. Hotel & Resorts WAKAYAMA-MINABE prides itself for its ability to cater to a wide range of needs. Take the kids to Adventure World, an animal park that is a 40 minute drive from the hotel. If you are not in the mood for looking at animals then head to Tanabe City, a 15 minute drive away, and see what the locals get up to in their everyday lives. Just make sure you're back in the early evening to check out the sunset! For those coming by car, the hotel is easily accessible, being located a 10 minute drive from the Minabe Interchange.

Love place highly recommend

Reviewed By Ali-Japan

I have been in Wakayama serval times this is the one of the best hotel. Old name is Daiwa Royal Hotel. Last Royal family stayed here. we chose suite room so it was huge nice food and hot spring staff speak serval language helping but you need the car to move love to come again

7. Hotel Sanrakuso

3078, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
33%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 179 reviews

Hotel Sanrakuso

Finding an ideal family-friendly onsen hotel in Shirahama-cho does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Hotel Sanrakuso, a nice option for travelers like you. Hotel Sanrakuso is a family-friendly onsen hotel offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The onsen hotel features a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and room service. Plus, guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, which has made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Shirahama-cho. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While staying at Hotel Sanrakuso, visitors can check out Shirahama Ginza Ashiyu Yokocho (0.2 mi) and Kumano Sansho Shrine (0.4 mi), some of Shirahama-cho's top attractions. If you like seafood restaurants, Hotel Sanrakuso is conveniently located near Kiraku, Chokyu Sakaba, and Sangosho. If you are interested in exploring Shirahama-cho, check out an art museum, such as Shirahama Art Museum. Hotel Sanrakuso puts the best of Shirahama-cho at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

The service!

Reviewed By Vicky B

We stayed here for 2 nights, the room was comfortable, breakfast was great. The view of the ocean was amazing! The gift shop is a must visit! So many unusual items at really good prices. What really blew us away was the staff. It drizzled a bit our first day while we were walking on the beach and before we made it to the front door a wonderful staff member ran out to meet us with towels. No matter what we needed or did not even know we needed they were there to assist us. Not only did they get us a taxi when we were leaving they insisted on carrying our luggage but all the staff members thanked us for coming and said good bye. I was sad to leave!

8. Shirahama Gyoen

1011, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
7%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
30%
Poor
10%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 261 reviews

Shirahama Gyoen

Finding an ideal family-friendly onsen hotel in Shirahama-cho does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Yukai Resort Shirahama Gyoen, a nice option for travelers like you. Nearby landmarks such as Shirahama Ginza Ashiyu Yokocho (0.6 mi) and Shirahama Kaichu Observatory Deck (1.3 mi) make Yukai Resort Shirahama Gyoen a great place to stay when visiting Shirahama-cho. Yukai Resort Shirahama Gyoen is a family-friendly onsen hotel offering air conditioning in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free internet access is offered to guests. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and an on-site restaurant, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Shirahama-cho. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Kaisen sushi Toretore icihba, Ko sushi, and Yabu Sushi, which are some sushi restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. Shirahama-cho is also known for some great historic sites, including Kumano Sansho Shrine and Kampukuzen-ji Temple, which are not too far from Yukai Resort Shirahama Gyoen. Yukai Resort Shirahama Gyoen looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Shirahama-cho.

Price was cheap and

Reviewed By Anson-0708

Hotel location close to the bus station only5-7mins by walk, there is one supermarket nearby the hotel, really convience.for my reservation included dinner and breakfast buffet, buffet provided a lot of food choice and free drinks, the food quality was unexpected than I thought, food taste was good.for onsen was perfect, but only 2onsen available, and one of the onsen size smaller than another, need to wait until morning to change the onsen from ladies to men, but overall was awesome. Night time can enjoy the massage chair, karaoke, comic toom etc. ,the facilities was well prepared after dinner or onsen to enjoy it. Overall score was over my expectation, strongly recommend to choose this hotel.

9. INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama

2018, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
27%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
29%
Poor
2%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 45 reviews

INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama

If you’re looking for a luxury onsen hotel in Shirahama-cho, look no further than INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Shirahama-cho, INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama is located a short distance from Shirahama Kaichu Observatory Deck (0.5 mi) and Sandanbeki Cave (0.6 mi). You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama offers guests free wifi. The onsen hotel features a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and shops. Plus, INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama offers a pool and breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. If you’re looking for a Chinese restaurant, consider a visit to Pin Pin Shan or Suiyo, which are all conveniently located a short distance from INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama. Should time allow, Senjojiki, Sandambeki Rock Cliff, and Hei-sogen Park are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. The staff at INFINITO HOTEL & SPA Nankishirahama looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

On top of the world

Reviewed By NicsIslandPics

Without question, the most magnificent experience all round. Staff go above and beyond to be friendly and communicate. The ocean view is awesome and the onsen is one of a kind - indescribably beautiful ✨

10. Marina Hotel Kaiku

3354-4, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun 649-2211 Wakayama Prefecture
Excellent
60%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
40%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 5 reviews

Marina Hotel Kaiku

二度と行かない

Reviewed By kotas2016

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