Miyajima Seaside Hotel stands at 967 Miyajima, beside the water and the Suginoura area, and it is the quieter, simpler island option. The hotel was built in 1981 and occupies two low buildings with an elevator. Its rooms are traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami floors and twin futons, offered for two to four guests, with ocean views, deep soaking bathtubs, electric kettles, refrigerators and safes. A restaurant on site serves dinner and breakfast, and guests describe traditional meals, including dinner served in the room. A public indoor bath with separate men and women areas is open in the afternoon and evening, and yukata are provided. Unlike some island baths, guests with tattoos are welcome. The terrace and garden, free Wi-Fi, free parking, bike rental and multilingual staff round out the facilities. It is not a luxury ryokan, but it offers a genuine island night at a more approachable level, and it is well suited to families and groups who want space and a view.
Location and getting around
The hotel is about one minute from the national park shoreline and Suginoura Shrine, and it is roughly a four-minute drive from Itsukushima Shrine and three minutes from the Omotesando shopping arcade. That makes it a little farther from the center than a hotel beside the shrine, but the hotel runs free shuttles, including one from the ferry terminal, an area shuttle of up to one and a half kilometers and a beach shuttle. Reviews say the shuttle collects bags from the ferry terminal and runs a night service to the main area, though availability is generally on request and during working hours, so confirm times.
Rooms and who it suits
The tatami rooms are comfortable for groups of up to four, which makes the hotel good for families and friends traveling together. Futon bedding is part of the experience. The restaurant offers traditional meals, and families with young children should check meal fees for sharing bedding. Bike rental gives you a flexible way to explore the shore, and the quieter location suits people who want to hear the sea at night rather than the crowds.
Good to know
The bath is open in the afternoon and evening, and the building is older, so expect a simpler style than a resort. Check dinner arrangements and last arrival times before you rely on them. Autumn leaves in November are the busiest season, and rooms sell out. Compare the room options and rates before booking, and consider a stay beside the shrine if you want a more central location or private baths. For a simple, friendly island night with a sea view, this is a good value.
Why stay here
- ✓Tatami rooms with ocean views
- ✓Public indoor bath with yukata
- ✓Tattoo-friendly baths
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Free ferry terminal shuttle
- ✓Bike rental
- ✓Free Wi-Fi and parking
- ✓Terrace and garden
Good questions
How far is it from Itsukushima Shrine?+
Roughly a four-minute drive. The hotel runs free shuttles, so check times with the hotel.
Are guests with tattoos welcome in the bath?+
Yes, guests with tattoos are welcome at the public bath.
Can I rent a bike?+
Yes, bike rental is available, which helps for exploring the shoreline.
