Miyajima Hotels & Ryokans: 23 Places to Stay on the Island

There are about two dozen places to stay on Miyajima itself, and this page covers 23 of them, from historic ryokan to guesthouses and private rentals. Most are Japanese inns (ryokan); only a few are Western-style hotels. For hot springs, choose Kinsuikan or Iwaso (natural springs) or Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto (artificial); for the shortest walk from the ferry, Hotel Miyajima Villa, Yamaichi Bekkan or Sakuraya; for a bath or room facing the Great Torii, Itsukushima Iroha or a sea-side room at Kinsuikan or Hotel Kikunoya.

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If the island is full, or you are driving, the hotels across the water in Miyajimaguchi are 10 minutes away by ferry; they are in our Miyajimaguchi guide. Below: island or mainland, quick picks by what you want, all 23 at a glance, then each place in turn.

Stay on the island or in Miyajimaguchi?

Stay on the island to see Itsukushima Shrine at night and early in the morning, after the day visitors have gone. Stay in Miyajimaguchi if you are driving, want a bigger hotel or the island is full. The full comparison, including Hiroshima city, is in where to stay in Miyajima.

Quick picks: the best place to stay for what you want

• A view of the Great Torii from the bath or room: Itsukushima Iroha (top-floor open-air bath), Kinsuikan or Hotel Kikunoya (sea-side rooms).
• A hot spring: Kinsuikan (Miyajima Shioyu Onsen) and Iwaso (Wakamiya Onsen) have natural springs, Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto an artificial one, and LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima has its own natural spring with day bathing (Miyajima onsen).
• Close to the ferry: Hotel Miyajima Villa and Yamaichi Bekkan, by the pier; Sakuraya, about 3 minutes away.
• Room only, to eat out: Sakuraya (no meal plans).
• Vegetarian, vegan or halal: Yamaichi Bekkan (plant-based kaiseki, Muslim-friendly) and Mikuniya (vegan curry dinner included).
• A whole house to yourselves: HEM’S HOTEL and Mizuhaso Bettei Hamorebi (one group a night), or Mikuniya’s 100-year-old annexe.
• Families: Miyajima Mori no Yado, by the aquarium, with a free shuttle and a lift; Hotel Makoto, where every room is a 12.5-tatami Japanese room for up to six and the family plan halves the rate for children up to primary-school age.
• A small inn with a private bath: Miyajima Shiki no Yado Watanabe, where all four rooms have a cypress bath.

All 23 places to stay at a glance

Special Stays at Luxury Ryokan

Iwaso

Founded in 1854 (Ansei 1), this is Miyajima’s most historic ryokan. Located at the foot of Momijidani Park, it has hosted imperial family members and many distinguished guests throughout its history. The property comprises the main building, new wing, and detached cottages, with the wooden main building designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. The sukiya-style lobby features antique furnishings that create a retro-modern atmosphere. The ryokan is renowned for its kaiseki cuisine featuring Seto Inland Sea seafood and its own natural hot spring, Wakamiya Onsen, with open-air baths beside the Momijidani stream. 38 rooms, capacity 100 guests. Which building to book and the inn’s rules are on our Iwaso page.

Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto

A large-scale ryokan situated on Miyajima’s hilltop, just a 3-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine. The property takes pride in its traditional sukiya-style Japanese rooms and kaiseki cuisine featuring fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea. Facilities include a Japanese garden dating from the inn’s founding, open-air baths, and foot baths. As the accommodation closest to the World Heritage site, it has a prestigious history of hosting royalty and dignitaries. Microbus shuttle available from the ferry pier (5 minutes). 53 rooms, capacity 288 guests. Room types, the bath and meal times are on our Arimoto page.

Itsukushima Iroha

An inn on the Omotesando shopping street founded in 1867, which reopened after renovation in March 2024. Its fifth-floor shared bath has an open-air section looking out on the Seto Inland Sea and the Great Torii. Besides two suites there are Japanese rooms and Western twins (one barrier-free), all with their own bath and Western toilet. Dinner is kaiseki with Hiroshima beef and oysters at the ground-floor restaurant “Miyajima Yohei”. 7 minutes on foot to Itsukushima Shrine. Older listings call it Kurayado Iroha (details).

Kinsuikan

A long-established ryokan with over 100 years of history, ideally located just a 5-minute walk from both Miyajima Pier and Itsukushima Shrine. Guests can enjoy the inn’s own natural hot spring “Shioyu” (salt spring). Rooms, bath hours and meals are on our Kinsuikan page. Following renovations in the Reiwa era, the property now features Japanese-modern suites and rooms with private open-air baths. Seaside rooms offer views of the Grand Torii Gate, and the inn includes a bar lounge and souvenir shop. Complimentary shuttle service and luggage storage before and after check-in are also available. 34 rooms, capacity 128 guests.

Comfortable Mid-Range Ryokan & Hotels

Hotel Miyarikyu

A long-established ryokan hotel just a 3-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, located along the approach to Itsukushima Shrine. The property features elegant sukiya-style Japanese rooms and kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients from the Seto Inland Sea. Conveniently located just 7 minutes on foot to Itsukushima Shrine, the hotel includes a large communal bath and banquet halls. Its large baths look out over the Seto Inland Sea, one with a sauna; the hotel does not describe them as a hot spring. 71 rooms, capacity 330 guests.

Miyajima Seaside Hotel

A Japanese-style hotel along a quiet sandy beach, known for its spectacular views. Located 5 minutes by car from Miyajima Pier (shuttle bus available). The beachfront location offers beautiful night views and suits group stays (the nearby Tsutsumigaura Nature Park closed at the end of March 2024, along with its tennis courts). Most rooms face the Seto Inland Sea (a few Japanese rooms have no view), creating a resort-like atmosphere (Seaside Hotel in detail). 30 rooms, capacity 120 guests.

Hotel Miyajima Villa

A Japanese-modern hotel in an excellent location just 1 minute walk from Miyajima Pier. Under the concept of “a home away from home on Miyajima for adults,” guests can enjoy a tatami-floored observation bath and locally-sourced Hiroshima and Miyajima cuisine. All rooms feature beds in Western-style layout, and the hotel includes an on-site bakery and bar lounge. Services such as luggage storage after checkout are also available. 42 rooms, capacity 116 guests. More on our Hotel Miyajima Villa page.

Jukeiso

A historic ryokan established in 1926, perched on a hilltop overlooking Itsukushima Shrine and the Grand Torii Gate. The property boasts some of the finest views on the island, with evening views of the illuminated Itsukushima Shrine being particularly spectacular. The hilltop garden offers panoramic views of Itsukushima’s famous landmarks, and the view of the Grand Torii Gate from the observation open-air bath is exceptional. Free shuttle service from Miyajima Pier (approximately 5 minutes). 13 rooms, capacity 80 guests.

Hotel Kikunoya

A ryokan hotel on the slope 5 minutes on foot from Itsukushima Shrine. Sea-side rooms look over the Seto Inland Sea to the Great Torii, and beside the entrance is a foot bath café, free and open to non-guests. The shared bath and open-air bath “Kiku no Yu” are for guests only. Dinner is the chef’s kaiseki; breakfast is a Japanese set or a Western half-buffet. About 17 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier, with free pickup if you call. In July 2025 it opened “Kikunoya Bettei”, eight detached rooms for guests of junior-high-school age and over, each with an artificial hot-spring bath (details).

Miyajima Hotel Makoto

A Japanese-style hotel ideally located just a 5-minute walk from Miyajima Pier and 10 minutes to Itsukushima Shrine. All rooms are spacious 12.5-tatami Japanese rooms (accommodating up to 6 guests), and the hotel takes pride in its kaiseki cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients from the Seto Inland Sea. The hotel picks guests up at Miyajima Pier and stores luggage (Hotel Makoto in detail). With large communal baths and banquet halls, the hotel caters to everything from group tours to family trips. 50 rooms, capacity 300 guests.

Itsukushima Tomonmae Kikugawa

A sukiya-style ryokan nestled in the historic townscape near Itsukushima Shrine’s east gate. Following renovations in 2019, all rooms now feature Japanese-Western style accommodations with private bath and toilet. The space blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern comfort, and the creative European-inspired cuisine using fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea is highly acclaimed. Just a 3-minute walk from the pier (shuttle available), offering excellent accessibility. 8 rooms, capacity 21 guests.

Miyajima Shiki no Yado Watanabe

A four-room inn beside the Shiraito stream in front of Daisho-in temple, taking no more than four groups a night. Every room has its own all-cypress bath and toilet, and the kaiseki of seasonal Seto Inland Sea fish is served in the ground-floor dining room “Chiyono-an”. Non-smoking throughout, e-cigarettes included. About 20 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier towards Daisho-in. From 25,300 yen per person with dinner and breakfast, tax included; bookings by phone only (details).

LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima

A resort hotel that opened in July 2017, about a 10-minute walk from Miyajima Pier toward Itsukushima Shrine. It has its own natural hot spring, “Kami no Yu”: a main bath with sauna and cold plunge, a view bath that the hotel says looks down on the Great Torii, a private bath, and room types with a private open-air bath of the spring. Meals are Japanese and Western buffets; there is a summer courtyard pool and rooms for guests with dogs. It is also the one island hot spring that takes day bathers (adults from 1,100 yen). Last check-in is 22:00, and there is no parking. Rooms, baths and meal times are on our LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima page.

Cozy Small Inns & Minshuku

Yamaichi Bekkan

Just a one-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, this culinary ryokan is beloved for its heartfelt, home-style hospitality. The proprietress takes pride in preparing kaiseki cuisine and anago (conger eel) dishes, with options for small private dining parties. Despite having only 4 rooms, this intimate inn offers an impressive variety of cuisine, including vegan-friendly shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian fare). Guests return again and again for the unbeatable convenience of the pier-front location combined with warm, familial atmosphere. Capacity: 4 rooms, 10 guests.

Ryoso Kawaguchi

This charming 5-room inn sits along the residential street near the entrance to Momijidani Park. The traditional machiya-style building with its distinctive lattice doors offers views of the Five-Story Pagoda just steps away, creating a truly soothing atmosphere. Their motto “Okaeennasai” (Welcome home) perfectly captures the warm, family-style hospitality guests experience here. Each dish of kaiseki cuisine featuring fresh Seto Inland Sea seafood is prepared with care. Located 8 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier, with shuttle service available under certain conditions. Capacity: 5 rooms, 20 guests.

Momijiso

The only accommodation located within Momijidani Park itself, this peaceful ryokan is embraced by nature’s changing seasons. Limited to just 3 groups per day, the inn sits beside Momijidani’s mountain stream, offering guests the full beauty of Miyajima’s natural landscape—fresh greenery in spring and brilliant foliage in autumn. The kitchen prepares fresh Seto Inland Sea seafood with heartfelt attention, tailoring dishes to suit guests of different ages. A 15-20 minute walk from Miyajima Pier, with shuttle service available upon request. Capacity: 3 rooms, 12 guests.

Tabisai no Oyado Mizuhaso

This Japanese-modern ryokan sits directly in front of Miyajima Public Aquarium (Miyajimarin). A cozy hideaway with just 5 rooms, limited to 5 groups per day. Two bathrooms feature contemporary goemon-buro (iron cauldron baths) available for private use. The kitchen’s reputation rests on carefully handcrafted dishes showcasing the best seasonal ingredients from the Seto Inland Sea. While tucked away in a quiet setting behind Itsukushima Shrine, both the shrine and Daisho-in Temple are just a 5-10 minute walk away. Capacity: 5 rooms, 13 guests.

Miyajima Hotel New Kotobuki

This 10-room boutique hotel sits along Machiya-dori, perfectly positioned midway between Miyajima Pier and Itsukushima Shrine. A clean, quiet B&B-style accommodation with breakfast-included plans as the standard. Rooms are primarily Japanese-style tatami, with some Western-style options available. Just 5 minutes on foot to Itsukushima Shrine and close to the shopping street and attractions, it offers an ideal base for exploring the island. Capacity: 10 rooms, 20 guests.

Sakuraya

A B&B-style inn just 3 minutes along the waterfront from Miyajima Pier, with views toward World Heritage-listed Itsukushima Shrine. All 22 rooms have been renovated while preserving their Japanese character. It is room-only: no meal plans are offered, and an oyster and sake bar on the ground floor is open by day (Sakuraya in detail). Seaside rooms overlook the Seto Inland Sea. The entire building is non-smoking with free Wi-Fi throughout. Luggage storage service makes this a convenient base for sightseeing. Capacity: 22 rooms, 70 guests.

Budget-Friendly Guesthouses & Private Rentals

Miyajima Guesthouse Mikuniya

A welcoming guesthouse popular with international travelers: the main building was once a holiday villa of the Japan Mint, and a separate 100-year-old house is rented as a private annexe. Mornings bring fresh bread and cereal, while evenings feature their signature homemade curry. Accommodation ranges from dormitory-style rooms to private Japanese-style rooms, with a shared kitchen and lounge that encourage connections between travelers. Consistently ranked among TripAdvisor’s top-rated accommodations, reflecting exceptional guest satisfaction. About 15–20 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier, near Momijidani Park (Mikuniya in detail). Capacity: 8 rooms, 27 guests.

HEM’S HOTEL

Opened in 2019 under the theme “A new kind of extraordinary getaway,” this exclusive rental accommodates just one group per day. A stylish whole-house villa renovated from a Showa-era traditional home, guests have the entire two-story house to themselves. The ground floor operates as a café-bar, with daytime café hours as well. The kitchen and living space are yours to use freely, creating an experience that feels like actually living on Miyajima. About 10 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier. Maximum capacity: 4 guests.

Mizuhaso Bettei Hamorebi

An exclusive one-group-per-day private villa produced by Mizuhaso. This luxury accommodation is a renovated traditional house over 80 years old, offering a 3LDK layout (living/dining room + bedroom + private outdoor bath) as your own exclusive retreat. The spacious living area with kitchen and your own private open-air bath ensure complete privacy. Support services including dining arrangements at the main Mizuhaso building and housekeeping are available. About 5 minutes by shuttle from Miyajima Pier. Capacity: 2-3 guests.

Kokumin Shukusha Miyajima Mori no Yado

Miyajima’s only national public lodge, nestled in a peaceful park in front of Omoto Shrine. Surrounded by Mount Misen’s UNESCO-protected primeval forest, guests can immerse themselves in nature through all four seasons. Quality facilities at affordable prices, with a large dining hall and meeting rooms accommodating everyone from families to student groups. While it’s a 25-minute walk from the pier, a complimentary shuttle runs between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Capacity: 30 rooms, 128 guests.

Accommodation Areas by Location & Access

Not sure whether to sleep on the island at all? Our where to stay in Miyajima guide compares staying on Miyajima with Miyajimaguchi and Hiroshima city.

Central Area Near Itsukushima Shrine

The area within walking distance of Itsukushima Shrine offers the most convenient location for sightseeing. Hotel Miyarikyu is just 3 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier, fronting the shrine’s approach path. Kinsuikan sits equidistant at 5 minutes to both the pier and shrine, with rooms offering views of the O-torii gate proving especially popular. This area is perfect for early morning or evening shrine visits, with many accommodations offering views of the illuminated torii gate at night.

Momijidani & Mount Misen Area – Surrounded by Nature

The area near Momijidani Park and the Mount Misen trailhead features peaceful accommodations embraced by nature. Iwaso sits along the Momijidani stream where guests experience the changing seasons, while Momijiso is the only inn located within Momijidani Park itself. Miyajima Mori no Yado occupies a tranquil setting in Omoto Park at the foot of Mount Misen’s primeval forest. The nearby Miyajima Public Aquarium makes this area popular with families too.

Machiya-dori & Shopping Street Area

Accommodations can also be found near Machiya-dori and the shopping district, which flourished as Miyajima’s historic temple town. Yamaichi Bekkan is 1 minute from the pier, Sakuraya just 3 minutes—both offering exceptional convenience. Itsukushima Tomonmae Kikugawa occupies a spot within the historic townscape, letting guests experience authentic Miyajima culture. The convenient location near shops and restaurants makes this an ideal base for exploring the island.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I stay on Miyajima or near Miyajimaguchi on the mainland?

Staying on Miyajima itself offers the greatest advantage: experiencing Itsukushima Shrine during the peaceful early morning and evening hours. When ferries stop running, day-trippers are gone, leaving you to enjoy the mystical atmosphere in blissful solitude. On the other hand, the Miyajimaguchi area on the mainland offers plentiful parking, making it more convenient for those traveling by car. If sightseeing is your priority, staying on the island is recommended.

How do I get to Miyajima?

From JR Hiroshima Station, take the Sanyo Main Line to Miyajimaguchi Station (about 30 minutes), then a 10-minute ferry ride to the island. Two ferry companies—JR West Miyajima Ferry and Miyajima Matsudai Kisen—operate departures every 15 minutes at identical fares. Alternatively, the Hiroden streetcar from Hiroshima Station takes about 66 minutes for a flat 240 yen.

Are there accommodations that cater to international visitors?

Many accommodations welcome international guests. Miyajima Guesthouse Mikuniya is particularly popular with overseas travelers and offers multilingual support. Even high-end ryokans increasingly have English-speaking staff available and can accommodate dietary requirements including vegetarian meals.

Which accommodations are best for families with children?

Miyajima Mori no Yado has the Miyajima Public Aquarium right in front and sits in a peaceful park setting—popular with families. Hotel Miyajima Villa, by the pier, has a bakery and a buffet restaurant (details). Miyajima Hotel Makoto’s family plan halves the rate for children up to primary-school age (details).

Are there accommodations with hot spring baths?

Four: Kinsuikan (“Miyajima Shioyu Onsen”, a natural spring containing seawater), Iwaso (“Wakamiya Onsen”, a natural spring containing radon), Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto (an artificial spring) and LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima (“Kami no Yu”, its own natural spring). The first three are for overnight guests only; LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima also takes day bathers (adults from 1,100 yen). See Miyajima onsen.

Which accommodations are recommended for solo travelers?

Miyajima Guesthouse Mikuniya offers everything from dormitory-style rooms to private Japanese rooms, with a communal lounge where fellow travelers can connect. Sakuraya is room-only, so you can eat wherever you like. Note that Hotel Kikunoya generally does not take single guests, and Watanabe may not.

Is it worth staying on Miyajima Island?

Yes, if you want to see the shrine without the crowds. Day visitors leave by early evening, the Great Torii is lit up after sunset, and you can walk to the shrine early the next morning. The trade-off is that most restaurants on the island close by about 17:00, so choose an inn with dinner or plan your meal (where to eat on Miyajima).

What is the best place to stay in Miyajima?

It depends on what you want: Kinsuikan or Iwaso for a historic ryokan with a natural hot spring, Itsukushima Iroha for a bath facing the Great Torii, Hotel Miyajima Villa for a Western-style hotel by the pier, and Mikuniya or Yamaichi Bekkan for a small, personal stay. See the quick picks at the top of this page.

Is it better to stay in Hiroshima or on Miyajima?

Stay on Miyajima for the evening and early-morning atmosphere; stay in Hiroshima for more choice, lower prices and restaurants, and visit Miyajima as a day trip (Miyajima day trip). Miyajimaguchi is in between.

Summary

Miyajima has a small number of places to stay, mostly ryokan. Decide first whether you want the island at night or the convenience of Miyajimaguchi, then use the quick picks above: hot springs at Kinsuikan, Iwaso and Arimoto, the torii from Iroha’s bath, the pier at Hotel Miyajima Villa and Yamaichi Bekkan, and special diets at Yamaichi Bekkan and Mikuniya.