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#1 of 35 hotels in Hatsukaichi
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2020 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best

Finding an ideal family-friendly onsen ryokan in Hatsukaichi does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Iwaso, a nice option for travelers like you.

You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as Iwaso Hotel offers guests free internet access.

The onsen ryokan features a 24 hour front desk, room service, and a concierge. Plus, Iwaso Hotel offers a hot tub and free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available.

Nearby landmarks such as Machiya Street (0.2 mi) and Reikado (0.3 mi) make Iwaso Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Hatsukaichi.

When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Torinosuke, Hatsukaichi Umehara and Chinese Noodle Ajisen, which are some Chinese restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.

If you are interested in exploring Hatsukaichi, check out a park, such as Tsutsumigaura Nature Park Camping Site.

Iwaso puts the best of Hatsukaichi at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

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Historic Hotel
Mountain View
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese

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KI-NRT wrote a review Feb 18
San Jose, California1,067 contributions208 helpful votes
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We had high hopes for our stay at Iwaso. My parents stayed there in the 1960s, and spoke fondly about their experience, so my wife and I were eager to retrace their steps. I knew going in that historic Iwaso would serve as a time machine back to old Japan, and that there would be some compromises in the quality of accommodations as a result. We felt that the numerous sacrifices were just too many - we couldn't wait to get out of the room every chance we had. Iwaso is perfectly situated on Miyajima Island. It's right next to the entrance of Momiji-dani Koen Park, which is the where the ropeway takes people halfway up the beautiful Mount Misen. It's also minutes away from the Itsukushima Shrine (and Torii Gate) as well as the main restaurants and shopping area - everything worth visiting is just minutes away. There are 2 separate buildings; the main, classic section is the original one, and has a much more traditional atmosphere compared to the annex area, which is more modern (with less character.) In addition, there are several "Hanare" stand-alone cottages which are a short stroll away from the main reception building, and are considered to be the most charming accommodations in the entire property, and that's where we chose to stay. At first glance, our cottage was charming - it's located across from a small ravine, and surrounded by a forest that is filled with Maple trees. The room design and decor is equally (very) traditional and full of character. Unfortunately, it's way too much of a case of "form over function." First off, the room was tiny - I'm pretty sure it was less than 30m², which is inexcusable for a luxury ryokan villa. There was no closet or storage space for luggage, so by placing them in the main room, it eats into the already-miniscule amount of space. Most luxury ryokans offer a separate living and sleeping area, but not at Iwaso, which was very disappointing and uncomfortable. Typical, non-luxury ryokans usually have one room which is a combo living room/sleeping area, and at night they move the table off to the side and roll out the futons for sleeping. That's nice, but Iwaso does not charge "standard ryokan" rates. The layout was also super weird... the wash basin was next to the veranda and was located across the way from the bathroom and shower - a minor annoyance, but only added to the numerous inconveniences. Also, there was no privacy to speak of, at least when we visited in late November. The main walking trail to the ropeway was on the other side of the ravine, and we saw throngs of tourists hike along the path the entire time we were there, and views into our room were equally accessible to them. We had no choice but to keep the curtains closed, which only added to the claustrophobic feel to the room. Most uncomfortable of all had to do with the temperature in the room; there is no insulation to speak of; it was absolutely freezing, and no amount of heating was able to keep us warm. The heating is limited to the main living area. Any visit to the bathroom or shower will be even more unpleasant. Be forewarned that guests who stay here during the Winter months are likely to be in a world of hurt. Anything else? Unfortunately... yes. There was no internet in the room at all, which is the biggest no-no. It was partly my fault - Iwaso's website does clearly state that WiFi is not available in the Hanare cottages, and I failed to see the big text stating that fact. Oh, and there are no Onsen baths anywhere on the property. After the first night, we asked if we could be moved to a room in the newer, Annex building. Fortunately, they had availability, even though only standard rooms had occupancy. It was less charming, but more comfortable.... just a little bit. At 26 square meters in size, it was even smaller than the cottage rooms. There was better (temperature) insulation and more effective heating, but WiFi was slow and spotty, and these rooms did not offer the one amenity that made our stay in the cottage a tolerable one: in-room dining. All guests staying in the newer wing are required to dine in the main dining room, which we feel detracts from the intimate ryokan experience. All of this is really a shame, when you consider the great service from the friendly staff, the awesome location, and decent (but not exceptional) food. Regarding the food, there were great dishes while some were only so-so. We appreciated the fact that Iwaso put a great amount of focus on local ingredients and produce, including the farmed Hiroshima Oysters and Anago (Conger Eel.) We loved the Oysters, but the Eel was tough and chewy - Anago can be delicious when prepared in certain ways, but their presentation of Anago was not done very well, in our opinion. Also, the local beef pales in comparison to famed Japanese beef from Tajima, Hida or Kobe. We really enjoyed our time in Miyajima and Hiroshima; it's a beautiful place will lots to see and do, even though the famed Torii gate was under renovation and was completely covered up. Unfortunately, it pains me to say that we had a great time there not because of Iwaso, but in spite of it.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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Ken S wrote a review Dec 2019
Singapore, Singapore942 contributions229 helpful votes
Plus points: great location near the tori gate, shrine and the ropeway to Mount Misen, the cottage we stayed in was cute and cosy, onsen is nice and has an outdoor rotenburo, surrounding grounds are very pretty. Minus points: food was way below par for this price level — think ‘profit focused tourist hotel’ rather than ‘luxury ryokan’. Breakfast is buffet style, unusual for a ryokan. The dinners are served in rooms but need a lot of improvement. one of the courses we had one night was very dry and brittle roast chicken. Some of the seafood wasn’t very fresh. Cottages would be nicer if connected with wifi.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Miyajima_Iwaso, フロント オフィス マネージャー at Iwaso
Responded Feb 1, 2020
Dear Guest. We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your staying at IWASO during your recent visit to Japan. Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We would like to offer our sincere apologies for the disappointment of your stay. We will definitely take your suggestion into consideration for our future service operations. Again, thank you for your valuable remarks. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the near future.
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deBeer wrote a review Dec 2019
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Not cheap but food was absolutely amazing/ spectacular as well staff. Room was great (family room 5th floor for 4 pax), however it comes at a price - worth it though! If you can try to stay 2 nights and wonder the island in evening - it’s yours. Take the time to go and visit the holy mountain as well as the onzen in Iwaso afterwards (outside) to get rid of tired muscles
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Miyajima_Iwaso, フロント オフィス マネージャー at Iwaso
Responded Dec 30, 2019
Dear Guest. Thank you very much for choosing IWASO. We appreciate your comments. We are pleased by your kind words and will continue to make efforts to refine our services so that each and every guest will be comfortable in our hotel. We are truly looking forward to welcoming you if you visit MIYAJIMA again.
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DFHumo wrote a review Nov 2019
34 contributions15 helpful votes
If you want to drop back in time to briefly experience the Japanese way of living and eating, then stay at the luxurious Iwaso ryokan. We stayed in the cottages and got treated to beautifully constructed and decorated Japanese rooms with tatami mats. There is an entrance, a main room and alcove with scroll and flowers, a separate room with a toilet, and another room with shower, hot tub, and vanity. A few modern conveniences are well hidden (TV screen, coffee maker, small fridge). A balcony that overlooks the natural beauty of the forest, stream, and occasional deer surrounds the cottage. The room is designed and located to encourage serenity. Be prepared to sleep on futons that are arranged for you while you’re having your meal. Walking from the cottage to the reception area, one passes a beautiful bridge and flowing stream where many tourists and photographers congregated for pictures. As soon as we arrived on the island, a shuttle transported us the hotel where we immediately were “assigned” a host who looked after us for the duration of our stay. Check-in was a bit bumpy with having to confirm dining selections and order drinks in advance of the meal. Staff could communicate in English but was not advanced or fluent. The Japanese meal and service, however, was exquisite. We later discovered their restaurant was rated a 1 Michelin star and deserved it. I used the onsen it was on par with the rest of the ryokan. The sights on the island were all within easy walking distance. If we had the time, we would have loved to stay 3 or 4 more days to just absorb its offerings.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Room Tip: Highly recommend staying at a cottage
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Responded Dec 4, 2019
Dear Guest. Thank you very much for choosing IWASO. We appreciate your comments. We are pleased by your kind words and will continue to make efforts to refine our services so that each and every guest will be comfortable in our hotel. We are truly looking forward to welcoming you if you visit MIYAJIMA again.
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SomersetShe wrote a review Nov 2019
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Everything about Iwaso was just perfect. The setting on the very edge of the park was peaceful and beautiful with the autumn colours. The room was large and spotlessly clean. The dinner was served in our room by Mie who explained the dishes and looked after us beautifully. The food was probably the best we had enjoyed in Japan. We are so glad that we stayed in this beautiful ryokan and would definitely stay again if we are ever lucky enough to return to Myajima.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Room Tip: Higher floors are lovely as you are up in the treetops
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Response from Miyajima_Iwaso, フロント オフィス マネージャー at Iwaso
Responded Nov 19, 2019
Dear Guest. Thank you very much for choosing IWASO. We appreciate your comments. We are pleased by your kind words and will continue to make efforts to refine our services so that each and every guest will be comfortable in our hotel. We are truly looking forward to welcoming you if you visit MIYAJIMA again.
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CA$363 - CA$730 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
JapanChugokuHiroshima PrefectureHatsukaichi
NUMBER OF ROOMS
38
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Frequently Asked Questions about Iwaso
Which popular attractions are close to Iwaso?
Nearby attractions include Miyajima (0.2 miles), Daishoin Temple (0.3 miles), and Itsukushima Shrine (0.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Iwaso?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a spa.
Which room amenities are available at Iwaso?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Iwaso?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Iwaso?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Iwaso?
Conveniently located restaurants include Yakigaki No Hayashi, Kakiya, and Sarasvati.
Is Iwaso located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Hatsukaichi.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Iwaso?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to Iwaso?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Itsukushima Shrine (0.1 miles), Itsukushima Shrine Torii (0.2 miles), and Ryuzen no Matsu (0.1 miles).
Does Iwaso have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is Iwaso accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.