Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel

The Sheraton Grand Hiroshima is the city's most convenient upscale hotel for travelers who move around by train. It is directly connected to JR Hiroshima Station, about a one-minute walk from the platforms, so arrivals by Shinkansen from Osaka, Kyoto or Tokyo can reach the lobby without stepping outside. Rooms are spacious by Japanese standards, with the marketing listing them at over thirty-five square meters, and the hotel offers four dining venues: a buffet restaurant with monthly themes, a Japanese restaurant serving kaiseki, sushi and teppanyaki, a bar and a lobby lounge. Facilities include the Shine Spa, a fitness center and an indoor swimming pool, with a fee for the pool. Services include a concierge, room service, a 24-hour front desk, airport baggage delivery and a Sheraton Club lounge for eligible members. A small per-night accommodation tax applies to stays above a certain rate from April 2026, which is added by the hotel.

Location and getting around: Hiroshima Station is the hub for almost everything outside the city center. The JR Sanyo line to Miyajimaguchi, where the ferry to Itsukushima Shrine leaves, takes about half an hour, and the Shinkansen to Osaka and Kyoto departs from the same station. Trams run from the station area into the downtown, and the Peace Memorial Park is a short tram ride away rather than a walk, so plan on using the tram line for the park, the castle and Shukkeien Garden. The hotel does not run an airport shuttle, but baggage delivery from the airport is available.

Rooms and who it suits: this is a business-and-leisure hotel that suits couples and families who want space, a bathtub and a quiet place to return to after long days. Club-level rooms include lounge access. The hotel is also a good choice for travelers who are connecting between train journeys, because it lets you check in and move on easily. Light sleepers should ask for a room away from the railway side, since the station is nearby.

Good to know: breakfast is a major selling point, with Japanese and Western options, but it is worth comparing the cost against nearby cafes. Parking is off-site and paid, so most guests arrive by train. Rates are higher during Golden Week, summer holidays and August 6 events, so book early if you plan to travel then. The Expedia page offers current rates and room types.