Iwaso

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

Located in the World Heritage Miyajima Island, Iwaso features Japanese-style accommodations with beautiful surrounding views. Guests can relax in the indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths and request for massages. A free shuttle is available from Miyajima Ferry Terminal, which is also a 5-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Rooms in the Annex include a private bathroom with a bath and toilet, while rooms in the historical Main Building and Cottage Annex have shared bathrooms and toilets. Guests can purchase local gifts at the souvenir shop and enjoy singing at the karaoke room. Photocopying and luggage storage services are available at the 24-hour front desk. A computer with internet is provided in the lobby for an extra charge. A traditional multi-course dinner featuring seafood and local ingredients and a Japanese breakfast are served at the restaurant. Iwaso Inn is a 5-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine and Momijidani Park. Miyajima Aquarium is a 10-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Asian

  • Free Parking Available On Site

  • Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Rodrigue
Lebanon Lebanon
“It was nice experience and perfect cultural knowledge”
Lindsay
United States United States
“The property was beautiful, interesting and fantastically located.”
Patty
United States United States
“It was the best Japanese experience we’ve had. It provides an incredibly authentic ryokan experience, situated high up the mountain surrounded by lush forests. We slept with the windows open to the sound of the river, and enjoyed the outdoor...”
Glenda
United States United States
“The Onsen was great and dinner was exquisite! My room had a view to the forest which provides an even extra level of peaceful vibe.”
S
United States United States
“Westernized but very carefully created Ryokan experience.”
Jarred
United States United States
“1) Room was exceptional traditional Japanese (i.e., sleep on futon on the floor) ---> upper floor corner with a great view! 2) Included dinner and breakfast were sumptuous traditional Japanese fare. 3) Location was near everything ---> short...”
Ying
United States United States
“This extraordinary hotel gave us a rare glimpse into the elegant hospitality once reserved for Japan’s most honored guests. From the exquisite kaiseki cuisine and serene hot springs to the impeccably attentive, warm, and thoughtful service, every...”
Lorna
Canada Canada
“The setting was incredible! The onsen was also wonderful.”
Jane
United States United States
“The location was beautiful. The onsen that opened to the outside was so relaxing and lovely.”
Iren
Turkey Turkey
“Location, food and staff were excellent. Kaiseki was extraordinary, also breakfast was a nice experience.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
もみぢ　Momidi
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Iwaso

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Iwaso takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are kindly requested to check-in by 19:00. Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance.

To use the hotel's free shuttle, call upon arrival at Miyajima-guchi Ferry Terminal before taking the ferry. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.

The Hinodeyu hot-spring bath is open from 15:00 to 24:00 and from 06:30 to 09:00. The Tsukinoyu hot-spring bath is open from 15:00 to 24:00 and from 06:30 to 09:30.

Guests must notify the property of their meal reservation request at least 7 days in advance.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Iwaso