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.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Parking Available On Site

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


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Julie
    France France
    The Onsen, the location, The hôtel very beautiful and The excellent food and service.
  • Eunice
    United States of America United States of America
    I loved the location- it was very convenient to the shrine and park.
  • Alan
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice location. A traditional Japanese experience. The onsen are lovely. One pool inside and one outside. Dinner and breakfast are traditional Japanese meals. Bed are futons on the floor, so do not expect a regular bed. Staff was very helpful...

Area info

Amenities of Iwaso
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Hot spring bath
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Karaoke
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Minibar
Internet
Wired internet is available in public areas and charges apply.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Convenience store on site
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    Spa
    • Public Bath
    • Open-air bath
    • Hot spring bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • Japanese

    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

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    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

    Mastercard Visa UC JCB Diners Club Cash Iwaso accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    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.

    FAQs about Iwaso

    • Room options at Iwaso include:

      • Quad
      • Triple

    • Iwaso offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Canoeing
      • Karaoke
      • Water park
      • Hot spring bath
      • Public Bath
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Open-air bath

    • Iwaso is 2,300 feet from the center of Miyajima. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Iwaso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Iwaso is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Iwaso is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.