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

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.6
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Debra
    Australia Australia
    Lovely traditional Ryokan. Amazing food. Nice OnSen
  • Victoria
    United States of America United States of America
    The location is easily walkable to the otorii; the meals are elaborate, the staff helpful.
  • Erika
    United States of America United States of America
    The rooms are luxurious, so peaceful to have the forest right outside. Gorgeous maple trees. The onsen is special too, especially the outside one. Feel surrounded by nature. The meals were fun too.
  • Madeleine
    Australia Australia
    Staff were very professional A wonderful experience Authentic Japanese stay Food was traditional and made with such care Enjoyed every minute of our stay
  • Karmen
    Australia Australia
    Sara was our guide on the trip and she was absolute wonderful in explaining and answering all our questions. She was very entertaining and patient, my parents loved chatting with her when we checked in and during our meals. The baths were really...
  • Lbajurny
    Australia Australia
    We stayed in the older part of the ryokan and it was spectacular. The rooms have beautiful views and the onsen is heavenly. Staff were friendly and helpful, and our meals were delicious and perfectly presented. We had a very romantic stay and...
  • Linda
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved everything about Iwaso. Beautiful facilities, comfortable/authentic room, delicious/fresh food and excellent customer service. The grounds are so beautiful and relaxing. Also, it was great to be able to walk around town. Iwaso is...
  • Maxime
    France France
    The environment is magical, with a small bridge leading to the forest. The building is splendid, clean, soft and decorated with a refined taste. The diner was exceptional (best sashimi I ever ate), and the onsen was also exceptionnal to enjoy.
  • Jorge
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice room. The onsen was amazing. Everything I was looking for a ryokan stay!
  • Julie
    France France
    The Onsen, the location, The hôtel very beautiful and The excellent food and service.

Area info

Amenities of Iwaso
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Hot spring bath
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
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
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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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
    VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBUCCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is 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

    • 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
    • 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.

    • 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.

    • Room options at Iwaso include:

      • Quad
      • Triple