Watanabe Inn

Watanabe Inn

Miyajima-cho Takimachi 215-1, Hatsukaichi 739-0524 Hiroshima Prefecture
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#1 of 3 minshukus in Itsukushima
4.8 of 5 bubbles
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4.9 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.6 of 5 bubbles
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4.9 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.9 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.9 of 5 bubbles
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Charming
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Hot bath
Breakfast available
Complimentary tea
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms

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Miyajima-cho Takimachi 215-1, Hatsukaichi 739-0524 Hiroshima Prefecture
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Great for walkers
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Claudia wrote a review Aug 2024
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Amazing experience to do at all costs! Take the ferry from Hiroshima around 5pm so you will arrive on the island near sunset. Once you arrive ask the info point to call the hotel and they will pick you up quickly. Super clean and traditional room (tatami floor, floor mattresses, linen set and air conditioning) Waiting for you you will find a traditional dinner to do wearing their typical clothes: do not be scared by the head of the fish... it is sensational!! In the evening, after enjoying sake, go out for a walk and enjoy Tori in all its glory. In the morning you can choose between a traditional breakfast (miso soup, omelette, rice and fish) or a continental breakfast (eggs and bacon, bread and jam).
Everything really great and the hosts lovely: they speak perfect English and are super helpful throughout! Go absolutely to them!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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LauraF wrote a review Mar 2023
Orlando, Florida
Property's Favourite Review
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cozy little ryokan with fantastic, friendly service and excellent kaiseki meal. The owners are very kind and accommodating.

The inn is on a quiet street in Miyajima and it is so peaceful to walk around the town once all the day trippers have left.

We were in the Momiji room which had a great balcony and you could hear the stream nearby at night. We slept very soundly. The room has an cedar tub, too. Meals were served in a private room downstairs.

Western breakfast is available if desired.
We stayed at a larger ryokan hotel on the island last time we were here and preferred Watanabe. We felt special and not like assembly line guests.
Thank you !
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Momiji room was great for us
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Yle wrote a review Aug 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
All perfect. The pure Japanese style Riokan is run by two wonderful people. Upon our arrival they offered us iced tea and sweets, they gave us the room which had a wooden bathroom and shower and they gave us their typical clothes and flip flops to go around the town. The place is wonderful, a stone's throw from the sea and the temple. In the evening from the window you could see the deer in the front lawn. They served us dinner and breakfast in pure Japanese style with all the explanations. It was wonderful to stay here! Even the island becomes magical in the evening when all the tourists leave! In experience I highly recommend.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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rachel651 wrote a review Jun 2023
Oak Creek, Colorado
5.0 of 5 bubbles
THE ABSOLUTE DREAM. Our travel agency suggested only one night here because you are sleeping on a mat, however we didn't find the mat uncomfortable at all. The pillow itself wasn't as great, but who cares when you're staying in a place like this! It was absolutely divine. The room itself just brings about a sense of calm and peace. You can hear the rushing water, the tatami mats and minimalist interior, just ignited within a connection to nature and the roots of Japanese culture. The food we had that evening is the best food we experienced in the entire two weeks there. It was a few courses, and delivered in such a perfect way. Our slippers were waiting for us when we came down to eat. So sweet. Miyajima island is also very cool, a great place away from the hustle and bustle of all the populated areas of Japan.
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Date of stay: June 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
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PJ R wrote a review Nov 2024
Berkeley, CA
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Our entire experience at this inn was top-notch from the initial contact through the final wave goodbye. Our overnight would have been a trip highlight even if the iconic torii were not on Miyajima!

Due to weather related train delays we had to keep changing our arrival time. We were given very clear instructions on how to contact the inn to be picked-up from the ferry when we finally did arrive.

Our 16 tatami room was gorgeous with a separate sitting and futon area. The auto fill cedar soaking tub was a delight after our long travel day. The dinner and service was exceptional. It was some of the best food we had in a trip filled with great dining. I especially liked the fact that the portions were not huge, even though we certainly had plenty of food to eat. After dinner we were told the tide was high, and it was a perfect time to see the famous torii, at night with no crowds. We had the same experience at breakfast after a lovely night's sleep - excellent food, and great recommendations as to how to spend our day. At day's end they drove through the swarms of holiday crowds to deliver our bags to us at the ferry. Excellent service with a smile.
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Date of stay: November 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Definitely plan an overnight on Miyajima, and try to avoid the weekend or holidays.
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DaisyChicca wrote a review Jan 2025
Roma
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A real ryokan located on the island of Miyajima reachable in a few minutes by ferry from Hiroshima.
It has very few rooms I think four family run... people of extraordinary kindness... rooms and description exactly as seen on the site.
Obviously super clean everything , well organized ( as well as in all the places visited in Japan ) . Upon arrival at the port they pick you up. Private bathroom with spectacular hot tub, dinner and amazing breakfast ...
Beautiful experience of going to dinner with the Yukata and after taking a walk in the village where you meet only people staying on the island and the many deer that populate it to see the Miyajima torii symbol of the island. Surreal experience.
The island in the evening is emptied by tourists who come in the morning or afternoon.
The village is full of shops / restaurants but in the evening they close very early.
What about unforgettable experience to repeat definitely.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Y2CLL wrote a review Mar 2024
London, United Kingdom
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed 2 nights to experience a Ryokan - the owners were lovely hosts. Very informative about the hotel and the island and helped us with umbrellas one evening to see the shrine in the rain. They also offered to drive us to the ferry upon check out but we liked the walk before travelling so declined. The island becomes much more peaceful after the day tourists leave you to enjoy it!

We enjoyed our meals in the Ryokan prepared by the owner a lovely Japanese experience. Upon arrival that afternoon we took the ropeway up the mountain and took in the views and walked back down as the road ends at the hotel. The following day we did a day trip to Hiroshima we felt this was a nice way to experience something different rather than staying in Hiroshima itself. Note if you are a light sleeper you might want to pack some ear plugs and an eye mask as the room we had was over a stream and as is natural the soundproofing of a Ryokan is limited.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Pack some ear plugs and a face mask
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Andy V wrote a review Jul 2023
Shalford, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
If you have a vision of what a countryside Japanese inn might look like, this is it.

Not only is it a charming building, but the hospitality of our hosts couldn't have been better. The kaiseki meal in traditional yukata (provided) was among the finest meals we had in Japan. It also gives you the opportunity to go and see the big torii gate long after the crowds have left the island, it truly is spectacular at night.
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Date of stay: July 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: They were able to provide a gluten-free dinner and breakfast for my wife, which we asked about...
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Melvyn G wrote a review May 2024
Spean Bridge, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We have been travelling through Japan for over two weeks and staying in some ryokans (more traditional Japanese hotels). This is easily the best, most authentic, well run and comfortable ryokan we have stayed in. The food is out of this world as is the service.
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Date of stay: May 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
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LIsa V wrote a review May 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A wonderful ryokan experience! The friendly, courteous staff and owner continually check to see if there is anything you need. The meals were delicious, beautifully prepared and presented in corses. Our room was very spacious and clean with the sound of running water from the stream below it. We loved the cedar bath, the comfortable traditional bedding, and beautiful robes. We were there only 2 nights and wished we stayed 3.
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Date of stay: May 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Kerri M asked a question May 2023
Goleta, California31 contributions1 helpful vote
Is breakfast provided here, or is there somewhere nearby to have breakfast?
Answer from auberge_watanabe
Hatsukaichi, Japan
Dear Ms. Kerri Maxwell, We serve dinner and breakfast for your two nights stay. Please cheese Japanese style or western style breakfast.
Answer from aesp
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain242 contributions168 helpful votes
Hola. Puedes reservar directamente en su página Web,.auberge-watanabe en el apartado reservation. Está en inglés, pero rellenarlo es fácil. Se pondrán en contacto para que puedas elegir habitación. El sitio es precioso les encantará. Saludos
Answer from auberge_watanabe
Hatsukaichi, Japan
Thank you very much for your message! You can see the historical stone walls, Japanese maple trees, a small kid's park and a parking from the window. And there is a small view from the bathroom as well.
PJ R wrote a tip Nov 2024
Berkeley, CA94 contributions53 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Definitely plan an overnight on Miyajima, and try to avoid the weekend or holidays."
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Y2CLL wrote a tip Mar 2024
London, United Kingdom1,493 contribution256 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Pack some ear plugs and a face mask"
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Andy V wrote a tip Jul 2023
Shalford, United Kingdom73 contributions18 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"They were able to provide a gluten-free dinner and breakfast for my wife, which we asked about when booking. Their English is very good."
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LauraF wrote a tip Mar 2023
Orlando, Florida126 contributions58 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Momiji room was great for us"
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Meg B wrote a tip Jan 2019
Perth, Australia23 contributions3 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Request one of the rooms next to the stream - so relaxing to fall asleep to"
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JapanChugokuHiroshima PrefectureHatsukaichiItsukushima
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watanabe Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Watanabe Inn?
Nearby attractions include Miyajima (0.4 km), Daishoin Temple (0.1 km), and Itsukushima Shrine (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Watanabe Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a hot tub, and breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Watanabe Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Watanabe Inn?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and complimentary tea during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Watanabe Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cafe Lente, Sarasvati, and Iwaso.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Watanabe Inn?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to Watanabe Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Itsukushima Shrine (0.3 km), Itsukushima Shrine Torii (0.4 km), and Ryuzen no Matsu (0.5 km).
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