Shirahama is known for its hot springs and beaches, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Nanki Shirahama Toretore Market and Shirahama Onsen.
It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Adventure World, located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Shirahama. If you have fun at Adventure World, you'll love Shirahama Energy Land and Shirahama Undersea Observation Tower, both located nearby.
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Shirahama Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Shirahama. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Ezurahama Beach Resort located nearby.
Wakayama Castle is just one of the landmarks located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from central Wakayama, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
We would like to express our special gratitude to every staff at Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima! You made an unforgettable and the most memorable anniversary trip for us.
From the moment we were greeted by the genuinely warm welcoming staff at the passenger waiting area, the deck, and the front desk and all throughout our 3 days 2 nights stay here, we have experienced the real "Omotenashi"here. Every moment of our stay here was just perfect!!
We are absolutely certain that our stay at Kumano-Bettei...
We would like to express our special gratitude to every staff at Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima! You made an unforgettable and the most memorable anniversary trip for us.
From the moment we were greeted by the genuinely warm welcoming staff at the passenger waiting area, the deck, and the front desk and all throughout our 3 days 2 nights stay here, we have experienced the real "Omotenashi"here. Every moment of our stay here was just perfect!!
We are absolutely certain that our stay at Kumano-Bettei...
The hotel and room were very clean and functional, the location was excellent, and all the staff were polite and attentive, making for a very comfortable stay.
The hotel and room were very clean and functional, the location was excellent, and all the staff were polite and attentive, making for a very comfortable stay.
I stay at this hotel every time I have a late flight into Osaka, and it is always clean, quiet, and comfortable. The staff is helpful no matter what time of day it is, and the breakfast buffet has a large variety of delicious food every time I stay.
I stay at this hotel every time I have a late flight into Osaka, and it is always clean, quiet, and comfortable. The staff is helpful no matter what time of day it is, and the breakfast buffet has a large variety of delicious food every time I stay.
Beautiful hotel, the monks attending are really nice, definitely go to the morning ceremony, it is worth it. This is near everything and very centric to all the landmarks nearby. The "beds" are pretty hard since its traditional, but its manageable for a night or two. Meals were really good, definitely don't skip them and take the chance to eat traditional monk meals.
Beautiful hotel, the monks attending are really nice, definitely go to the morning ceremony, it is worth it. This is near everything and very centric to all the landmarks nearby. The "beds" are pretty hard since its traditional, but its manageable for a night or two. Meals were really good, definitely don't skip them and take the chance to eat traditional monk meals.
Daniel
Reviewed November 6, 2025Reviewed November 6, 2025
I loved the hot springs, was said it was one of the oldest in Shirahama. Boss lady was a great person, and she served with her heart to make sure everything was fine. Food was absolutely delicious! The fishes were all fresh caught by boss lady’s husband every day. All their vegetables were from their organic farm. The view from Boukai was amazing, very close to Beach. I highly recommend this guest house, made me feel like home vacation.
I loved the hot springs, was said it was one of the oldest in Shirahama. Boss lady was a great person, and she served with her heart to make sure everything was fine. Food was absolutely delicious! The fishes were all fresh caught by boss lady’s husband every day. All their vegetables were from their organic farm. The view from Boukai was amazing, very close to Beach. I highly recommend this guest house, made me feel like home vacation.
The monks were very friendly and helpful and everything was well coordinated so you knew what to expect. We really enjoyed our stay and wish to have been able to stay longer.
The monks were very friendly and helpful and everything was well coordinated so you knew what to expect. We really enjoyed our stay and wish to have been able to stay longer.
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed September 11, 2019Reviewed September 11, 2019
Beautiful location, amazing hotel - the rooms were clean, well appointed - live the bathrooms setup - bed super comfortable. We ordered breakfast for the second night - yummy Japanese meal set. This was our favorite hotel in our stay, well appointed hope to return. You need a car because it is remote from public transport, plenty of free parking at the same level as hotel. The staff was wonderful! This place is well worth a journey!
Beautiful location, amazing hotel - the rooms were clean, well appointed - live the bathrooms setup - bed super comfortable. We ordered breakfast for the second night - yummy Japanese meal set. This was our favorite hotel in our stay, well appointed hope to return. You need a car because it is remote from public transport, plenty of free parking at the same level as hotel. The staff was wonderful! This place is well worth a journey!
Very nice breakfast included with a bay view. Rooms are very spacious and comfortable. Free shuttle in the morning to KIX was also nice. Would definitely stay there again next time when visiting KIX
Very nice breakfast included with a bay view. Rooms are very spacious and comfortable. Free shuttle in the morning to KIX was also nice. Would definitely stay there again next time when visiting KIX
Lily
Reviewed November 20, 2023Reviewed November 20, 2023
Absolutely a superb experience here. The room was stunning and the food top notch. There is clearly so much care and attention here. It was lovely to be able to attend the morning ceremony as well. Highly recommend it. I'll be coming back for sure.
Absolutely a superb experience here. The room was stunning and the food top notch. There is clearly so much care and attention here. It was lovely to be able to attend the morning ceremony as well. Highly recommend it. I'll be coming back for sure.
Chris
Reviewed November 24, 2025Reviewed November 24, 2025
Supreme Japanese hospitality. The amiable staff enjoyed every minute of my stay. It is a beautiful site to explore the area with fantastic nature and architecture around the hotel. Highly recommended.
Supreme Japanese hospitality. The amiable staff enjoyed every minute of my stay. It is a beautiful site to explore the area with fantastic nature and architecture around the hotel. Highly recommended.
Simply beautiful. The onsen was so wonderful and the community onsen was even better. The staff were absolute professionals and went above and beyond our expectations. The breakfast and dinner were as we expected. I really liked their tempura but i loved the sashimi. My partner loved the beer dispenser:)
We feel a got the best deal!
Simply beautiful. The onsen was so wonderful and the community onsen was even better. The staff were absolute professionals and went above and beyond our expectations. The breakfast and dinner were as we expected. I really liked their tempura but i loved the sashimi. My partner loved the beer dispenser:)
We feel a got the best deal!
Melanie
Reviewed January 12, 2026Reviewed January 12, 2026
It a very nice no frills hotel; no fancy lobby or restaurant or bar. The room was clean and comfortable. The price was very reasonable; almost too low for what you got. But note that even though it advertises an airport shuttle, it runs on a limited schedule, so check on that. Or plan to take the train, which is only one station from the airport. I would have had to wait over 3 hours for the next shuttle, so I hopped on the train. The hotel is just outside the train station.
It a very nice no frills hotel; no fancy lobby or restaurant or bar. The room was clean and comfortable. The price was very reasonable; almost too low for what you got. But note that even though it advertises an airport shuttle, it runs on a limited schedule, so check on that. Or plan to take the train, which is only one station from the airport. I would have had to wait over 3 hours for the next shuttle, so I hopped on the train. The hotel is just outside the train station.
This is a unique experience to live in a Buddhist temple for one day. Across the street you can find the beautiful Koyasan cemetery. Pure magic.
The dinner and breakfast served was magnificent. We also enjoyed the spa at night.
We are truly grateful for this experience.
This is a unique experience to live in a Buddhist temple for one day. Across the street you can find the beautiful Koyasan cemetery. Pure magic.
The dinner and breakfast served was magnificent. We also enjoyed the spa at night.
We are truly grateful for this experience.
Rober
Reviewed November 19, 2022Reviewed November 19, 2022
Spend time relaxing in the hot springs, as well as appreciating the temples in Wakayama Prefecture. Nature lovers can visit Marina City Sea Fishing Park and Shirasakikaigan Prefectural Natural Park. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like Wakayama Castle and Aeon Mall Wakayama.
What is there to see around Wakayama Prefecture?
Wakayama Castle (0.7 mi/1.1 km from the city center)
Kimiiji Temple (3.4 mi/5.5 km from the city center)
Kataonami Beach (3.6 mi/5.8 km from the city center)
Hamanomiya Beach (4.9 mi/7.9 km from the city center)
Marina City Sea Fishing Park (5.7 mi/9.2 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Wakayama Prefecture?
Aeon Mall Wakayama (3.3 mi/5.3 km from the city center)
Kuroshio Market (5.5 mi/8.9 km from the city center)
Porto Europa (5.6 mi/9.1 km from the city center)
Kada Beach (6.7 mi/10.8 km from the city center)
Nonaka-no Shimizu Spring (38.4 mi/61.7 km from the city center)