Hatsukaichi hotellia

Plussat: I enjoyed the adorable decorations everywhere. Appreciated the included breakfast. Liked the view from our traditional Japanese style room.

Plussat: If there’s a perfect place to stay this is it. Wonderful traditional rooms, the most friendly and helpful staff that I ever met in the most beautiful surroundings. If I can give more than ten that would be for this place

Plussat: The staff went out of their way to help us check in and provide information for staying on the island. The facility was clean and the kitchen was nice to cook in. Highly recommend this hostel. Excellent

Miinukset: Don't have much to say about negatives. A little bit of a walk from the ferry station... but not bad.

Plussat: The boss was awesome!!!

Plussat: Great accomodation! I shared my room with two pleasant german guys. The room itself was nice and clean. The house is really beautiful, the garden adds to the atmosphere. All facilities and kitchen utencils are clearly markes, so no bothering searching everything. Unfortunately I had some bad oysters that night. The host (and a few French guests) were very helpful trying to get me through. I overslept the next morning on checkout but he didn’t mind given I was ill, he even offerde me to being me to the hospital. All in all, great experience and a great stay! (Apart from the oysters)

Plussat: The place is a Japanese guesthouse - there is both a dorm and private rooms but with shared bathroom and showers. There are common areas (e.g. a living room with origami, books, tv, computer, stamps, calligraphy, and a kitchen). Everything was clean, much more than in European guesthouses. Our room had a small table with two "Japanese chairs", a small sink, a small "terrace" with table and chairs. You need to make the futons by yourself (as in many other Japanese places). The owner spoke a good English and he was so kind giving us many advices as regards places to visit and where to eat (he suggested a great okonomiyaki restaurant, which was indeed much better than the other we tried the following day!) The place was very quiet. We stayed with two small kids who were happy to sleep on futons. Of course, with small kids it would have been more comfortable to stay in a conventional hotel with a private bathroom, but both bathroom and showers were just in front of our room and we had to wait only once to get in the shower, so everything went smooth! We used the kitchen only to get some milk and tea for breakfast, but you could also have cereals and some other stuff. There is also "emergency food" in case you are late in the evening (most restaurants on the island close at 9pm). Location is good. Not close to the ferry (15' on foot, which could be tiring in the hot summer with small kids) but so close to Itsukushima Shrine! There is also a small garden with raccoons and a nice view of the bay from the terrace of our room.

Miinukset: Towels were too small!

Plussat: Amazing hospitality. Everything is so well organized, you will be given all brochures you need to organise your time on island, you will be shown everything you need to organise your time in the hostel and fill yourself comfortable. The place looks like museum and it is amazingly cosy, you feel yourself like in real japanese house. Even if it looks like an old stile place, it has everything you may need - modern showers, kitchen with enything you may need for cooking, common place with computer and even ekectronic piano, enough sockets near your sleeping place (and also a usb-charge). It is written that check in is till 21.00 but I saw people who checked at 22.40, so as I understood it is not a problem. You can leave your luggage after check-out. Location is convenience, it is in the the very center of the city. And they have a cat) They should take additional fee for cat therapy (it is a joke).

Miinukset: My boyfriend had problems in shower - mixer didn't work, so he had a cold shower.

Plussat: The Japanese bath was amazing and so was the host!

Plussat: I had such a great stay here! I was only here for one night but the hostess, Saho, gave me a little intro to Miyajima, including restaurants and things to do, and also a free calligraphy lesson. They were incredibly kind and accommodating. The guesthouse itself was beyond picturesque and set up for travellers, with guidebooks, origami and calligraphy supplies, instruments, an onsen and a full kitchen. Everything was clean. The onsen was nice, too. If I come back to Miyajima, I would definitely stay here again.

Miinukset: I booked a Japanese style room but when I got there, I was told they had to switch me to a dorm style. Not a big deal (same price) and they were really apologetic about it, so I didn't mind!

Plussat: The owner is so kind and helpful! And the guest house is just great! It is such a peaceful place and the common areas are great. I would have loved to stay there for a week at least!

Plussat: Everything! From the location, to the staff to the authenticity of the place

Plussat: The peace and quiet of the place. Staff is very attentive and breakfast is really good.

Miinukset: It feels more like a hotel rather than a ryokan. Dinner was ok. When we visited the main shrine was under renovation and this has nothing to do with the hotel but it’s worth mentioning in case you are planning to go soon since that’s the main attraction.

Plussat: The location is great; the property is historic, beautiful, well maintained; and the staff is extremely helpful. Iwaso is an excellent way to have a Ryokan experience or even just a very nice place to stay on Miyajima Island. We will come back in the future.

Plussat: Gracious, thoughtful staff paired with stunningly beautiful accommodations, all conveniently located. We'd highly recommend this place to others seeking a unique ryokan (and kaiseki) experience!

Plussat: - onsen was absolutely amazing - staff was extremely nice - food was very different than the usual but also excellent - location, the island of Miyajima is beautiful

Miinukset: - as a young student it was pricey - japanese futon were very uncomfortable

Plussat: The staff were very helpful and welcoming, the dinners and breakfasts were excellent (apart from the shark’s fin soup which we declined), the onsen was very good and the location was beautiful.

Plussat: Amazing location, great staff, awesome food.

Miinukset: Needed a cool pool in the onsen!

Plussat: One of the best places I have ever been. Perfect japanese experience

Plussat: Had breakfast with a fantastic, hotel is very close to the ferry terminal, friendly and helpful staff

Miinukset: A little bit too expensive, but nonetheless the experience was worth it!

Plussat: Excellent location beside the sea, super friendly, clean and delicious dinner ( paid separately) and breakfast. Would recommend.

Plussat: The staff were amazing, the dinner exceptional and the room with the private baths just perfect!

Miinukset: Everything was perfect! The room was quiet, breakfast was the best one I had in Japan and the onsen with view is amazing!

Plussat: Amazing from beginning to end! Stunning hotel on Miyajima that mixes traditional Japanese spaces with modern amenities. The staff was wonderful and helpful in every way. The room was stunningly beautiful especially at sunset with an ocean view and huge by any standard. The bed was super comfortable and I slept wonderfully. The rooftop onsen was clean and super relaxing especially the outdoor onsen at sunset. The Japanese dinner and breakfast were great. The staff went above and beyond explaining ever element of the meals and ensuring guests' absolute comfort. I cannot say enough good things about this property.

Plussat: We had two wonderful days at Kurayado Iroha. The hotel is wonderful, the service is excellent and the staff is professional, careful and genuinely nice. If you decide to spend the night in Miyajima (which I strongly recommend to live the magic of the island), this hotel is highly recommended. Last but not least, the kaiseki dinner we had in their restaurant was a wonderful experience on its own.

Plussat: On entering there is a fine lobby with beautiful parquet floors. The staff are warm and friendly and were easy to chat to. Our rooms were spacious and very lush. The futon beds were really well padded and fitted with glorious, crisp hotel sheets. The upstairs outdoor bath is a true highlight here, so too is the wash area. The showers had amazing water pressure as well. The location is well situated, right onto the street and so close to the Torii gates. Both breakfast and dinners were exquisite, beautifully presented and well explained by the attentive staff. Dinner is an extra charge.

Miinukset: Unbeknownst to us the breakfast was an additional charge, however it want as much as the dinner. For the money we paid for this, it would have been lovely to have a room facing the water.

Plussat: Staff, location, kaiseki, size of room and bathroom (vs. Japan standards). Sea-side view is breath-taking (especially at sunset) so if you have the choice, I recommend!

Miinukset: Nothing!

Plussat: Pure Ripken Japanese experience

Miinukset: All was good

Plussat: The dinner provided was a cultural experience and adventure by itself—I would have stayed just for the dinner. Staff were also incredibly accommodating upon seeing a soaked traveler stumbling in (I arrived during thunderstorms). I couldn’t be more grateful for the hospitality of the staff at Kurayado Iroha.

Plussat: The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The place had a very cozy warm personal feel to it. It was a very calm and beautiful place. The interior was beautifully traditional and still very convenient.

Plussat: A really nice location, easily accessible and with friendly staff. We had Japanese style rooms with futon beds and sea-view orientation which was really nice. We also had a good breakfast in the hotel lobby at a decent price. Overall very satisfied.

Miinukset: Nothing to mention here, it was all good. It is a different style than big-city steel and concrete hotels, so it's meaningless comparing them. But it fits well into the Miyajima landscape and definitely doesn't disappoint.

Plussat: We had an absolutely beautiful tatami room with a balcony overlooking the sea with the ferry port within sight. The facility is spotless. The staff was very kind and helpful. It was a beautiful and peaceful stay.

Miinukset: The room is over the front porch where people smoked, so we could smell smoke from our room on the 4th floor.

Plussat: Great Location

Plussat: Lähellä lauttasatamaa, siistit tilat, yleinen japanilainen kylpylä alakerrassa kuului hintaan (miehille ja naisille omat puolet). Huoneessa oma wc, suihku käytävällä (tosin kylpylä käytössä klo 13 - 23). Aamupala 500 jenin lisähintaan ihan ok. Huoneissa futonit, kovin montaa yötä peräkkäin en nukkuisi niissä peräkkäin ;)

Miinukset: Kaikki ok.

Plussat: Location and outlook fantastic; beautiful view and close to Ferry terminal

Miinukset: Futons and pillows very hard. Bathroom tiny and extremely dated. At almost $500 AUD a night - very poor value for money.

Plussat: We liked that in our traditional Japanese room, the futon beds were already rolled out so that we could rest a little before going out again. The room was spacious, with beds, a Japanese low table with cushion 'chairs', and two real chairs at the window overlooking the water. The location is great, close to the ferry terminal. The staff was very helpful, and breakfast (ordered the night before) inexpensive.

Miinukset: Laundry was in high demand.

Plussat: So comfortable wonderful staff and practically adjacent to ferry

Plussat: Friendly staff.Property on the main promenade with deers roaming. Easy walk from station and to ropeway

Plussat: The location is just perfect! Awesome sea views (not to the tori but still awesome!)

Miinukset: Its quite expensive considering how simple is the building and bathroom! Nice main/bed room dough

Plussat: Great value. I would highly recommend.

Miinukset: Softer pillows. More tea and coffee options than 2 green tea sachets.

Plussat: The host and the personnel are very nice and friendly. Great hosts. The main room has beautiful tatami floor. The location of this ryokan is excellent. It’s right on Miyajima island. At night and in the morning it’s nice and quiet without all the tourists. Already stayed at this ryokan twice. And would come back again!

Miinukset: Not all rooms have a private bathroom. There’s a shared bathing area. Be careful not to bump your head on low doors.

Plussat: Location is well located in front of the sea. They offer a tipycal beds in Japan, nice experience. The room was clean and fairly wide but the restroom was too small and old. Quite place and respectfulness.

Miinukset: Knowing, this magical island, they should improve the rooms. The Hall is ok but as a whole it’s too expensieve for services that they offer.

Plussat: The staff is very friendly and welcoming! They have very cheap drinks (like ¥100 shots) and every night they have Japanese curry and rice for ¥200! The rooms are quite cute and everything was very clean. The location is very good, because it is next to the ferry port to go to Miyajima Island. The hostel is very easy to locate.

Plussat: Very kind Staff. Congrats everybody there! Cheap and delicious curry rice for dinner Complete breakfast! Location in front of ferry to miyajima island

Plussat: The staff is very friendly! Yoho is the best, always helping with information about everything! Close to the ferry, just few steps and a lot of facilities for guests, really I loved it !

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Incredible location, super friendly staff, very clear explanations about the property, and tons of washing machines with washing powder!!

Miinukset: Nothing.

Plussat: Shon, the guy at the reception, was super kind Very close to Miyajima ferry

Plussat: Location and staff is good. The curry is as good as coco ichiban. Staff and other guest are friendly and welcoming

Miinukset: Very uncomfortable, no proper ventilation in the summer. It was kinda crazy

Plussat: Shuun was an incredible host. The place is 3 minutes away from the ferry.

Plussat: The location is superb. Stone throw away from hotel to jetty (going to Miyajima Island).

Miinukset: 1 bath room in each level. 3 total for entire place. Spent too much time waiting for the turn just to take shower unless u wake up very early, or shower very late at night. Little privacy even though we booked for a family room.

Plussat: All staff were really friendly and happy to help with any queries. It was nice that there was a bar.

Miinukset: Perhaps some more showers, it took a while in the morning to get a free one.

Plussat: Staff and property, service Was very good

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: You can expect a comfortable stay with nice staffs, quiet rooms, clean bathrooms. Also, this place has a wide variety of entertainment in a common area - a telly, a ping-pong table, a Karaoke box, manga, and video games.

Plussat: Clean, friendly staff, really good location for visiting Miyajima, big and spacious, comfortable, modern

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Easy to find, close to the train station. Very clean with ALL you can need to shower, sleep, rest and cook. Very friendly staff and very well organized. Quick registration. Typical restaurants nearby. Close to the sea

Miinukset: Nothing.

Plussat: We really don’t have anything to complain about this Hostel. It was really clean and well-equipment and personnel was very helpful and kind. We can warmly recommend this hostel.

Plussat: The staff are nice and patience.. clean and comfortable to stay. Near to local station and a few station Miyajimaguchi station.

Miinukset: NA

Plussat: We stayed in a private room- which was very comfortable. Location was good -only a few tram stops away from the miyajima ferry port. Clean bathroom. Good value for money! Would definitely recommend staying here.

Plussat: Super spacious and convenient. It has everything you need (all the amenities and facilities). The staff is great and has information about recommended things to do/ to eat.

Miinukset: Nothing, it’s perfect!

Plussat: Very clean hostel with good equipment, spacious room and nice rooftop balcony.

Plussat: there are lots of entertainment in the building though there is nth special nearby. the entertainment includes table dennis, dart, karaoke, comics, CDs~ good for big group as big as u can occupy a dormitory (12 beds) the room is large enough for big baggages

Miinukset: the bed is not comfy

Plussat: Good oportunity to have a traditional Japanese breakfast. The room was big and traditional Japanese. Good Onsen to have the real Japanese experience! I'd repeat for sure.

Plussat: Very nice and spacious typical Japanese room. Well located hotel.

Miinukset: It would be nice to have an outside onsen

Plussat: It is very closed to ferry terminal and it is 10min walking to the shrine and great torii. It has nice hot springs to enjoy them. We arrived before check-in and they move our luggage while we were outside We were offered yukatas :-)

Miinukset: The japanse room smelt not so good. Even it looked pretty old Futon beds were not comfortable at all compared to others we have been to

Plussat: Staff was very nice and kean to help us

Plussat: Very close to the ferry Very clean Nice and quiet

Miinukset: A bit dated

Plussat: A beautiful traditional Japanese style hotel. Our room was spacious and very clean. The traditional Japanese beds were comfortable. We all slept very well. The onsen was well appointed and very relaxing. Our room was quite and had a lovely view back to Hiroshima. The staff were lovely and a VERY SPECIAL THANKYOU to the staff member who came running after us with my wallet which I had left in the hotel foyer when we checked out. Miyajima Island is beautiful and very clean. The shopping and food were excellent and the deer roaming the island were very friendly. One of the highlights of our trip.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Staff was very friendly, onsen was nice.

Miinukset: Old hotel, needed modernization..

Plussat: -Very friendly staff & map of nearby restaurants -Excellent location close to the ferry and downtown - Great Japanese breakfast - Shuttle service from and to the ferry available

Miinukset: The building itself is a bit old, but it is very well maintained

Plussat: It was quiet

Miinukset: The lack of eating facilities and the times at which everything closes on the island

Plussat: Very convenient location for miyajima ferry. Staff were very kind and helpful. Restaurant food for included breakfast was good and the same restaurant for dinner was fantastic for authentic Hiroshima style food. View from the room was amazing. Communal areas had great atmosphere, books and things to do along with useful luggage scales and restaurant recommendations.

Miinukset: We were in the “new building” and it is very run down by Japan’s standards. Carpet was old, stretched and stained and we never felt comfortable walking on it without shoes or the provided slippers. Wallpaper was cracked, chipped and peeling. Furniture was very abused looking, chips and cracks in all the wood veneer. Beds were not hard in comparison to other Japanese hotels however it felt like this was from use. Black mould all over the bathroom, ventilation in bathroom was not good. Shower was average, felt like a constant battle to get the shower head to stay in place.

Plussat: The quality of the breakfast was very poor and major lack of fresh fruit. Just very 1980’s Hotel

Miinukset: The dated look of the restaurant and bed room. The smell in the room was damp

Plussat: Location was perfect, easy to get to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island. Loved that there were laundry facilities, with soap provided.

Miinukset: It was a little musty from the days when smoking was allowed. The air cleaner didn’t help much. Carpeting and furniture need to be replaced / updated.

Plussat: Spacious rooms. Great restaurant and awesome location.

Miinukset: Furniture and carpet in rooms were a bit tired despite us being in the “new” build

Plussat: Near to ferry n breakfast is special

Miinukset: Can kept luagge in hotel before we visit to miyajima

Plussat: staff was amazing, all of them! great breakfast located at ferry pier

Miinukset: carpet needs to be replaced!!

Plussat: Location + accessibility to Miyajima island

Miinukset: Wasn’t very clean, could do with an interior uplift

Plussat: Breakfast, location, room was a nice size. View was good too.

Miinukset: Staff were less Japanese due to amount of foreigners travelling through, I guess. Breakfast was good. Evening meal....awful. Ate there once, never again. That apart, the hotel is fine and location second to none.

Plussat: Location... u could literally see the ferry coming and leaving for Miyajima island. Would have been perfect if could have seen a good sunrise. Hotel staff is very accommodating.

Miinukset: Hotel is kinda old. For the price paid, it is kinda expensive but they do provide free breakfast (standard Japanese western food). It would have been ok if the hotel has onsen facility to make up for the high price... but the nearest onsen is almost 30min ride away. Not necessary to stay here if the aim is just to see Miyajima at different times of the day. Just visit Miyajima from Hiroshima and prepare to spend the whole day at Miyajima (but stay at Hiroshima).

Plussat: Perfect breakfast! Very good location: close to the station, and close to the ferry port.

Plussat: Misty Mountain Views from the bedroom Windows.

Miinukset: Very low level of English, so communication was a struggle. Location was a 5-7mins Taxi ride costing about 1200 to 1500 yen, about USD12 to USD15. Absolutely impossible to walk to hotel , as Hotel was really deep into the countryside (inaka ). Feels quite scary and eerie at night.

Plussat: very friendly staff the room is nice and the restaurant downstairs is ok

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: Very quaint.

Miinukset: Can’t think of anything we didn’t like.

Plussat: location was close to ferry, food was great

Miinukset: our room had a view on a wall