Best Ryokan around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

Located in a town famous for its tuna, this hotel specializes in preparing some of the country’s best tuna

Handmade cuisine prepared by the proprietress. Reservations are required for the highly popular Kodo Bento lunch boxes

Exuding an Edo-period ambiance, this traditional inn offers the best of the Ryujin hot springs

Located in the Nanki Katsuura hot-spring area, guests at Hotel Urashima can enjoy natural Bokido cave hot-spring baths. The hotel offers 4 other public hot-spring baths and 2 smaller hot-spring baths that can be reserved for private use as well.

Offering tranquil outdoor hot-spring baths with nature views, a Nakai-san personal attendant, karaoke, massages and sumptuous Kaiseki dinners, Yunominesou is a 10-minute walk from Tsuboyu hot spring, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Boasting a spacious garden overlooking the Kumano-Nada Sea and the gentle mountains along the coast, Yado Kayuu features hot-spring baths, a summertime outdoor pool, tennis courts and Japanese rooms with sea views.

Hotel Takahara features outdoor and indoor hot spring baths, only a 2-minute walk from the World Heritage Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Routes. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property, a terrace and rooms with a Japanese interior and Western beds.

Situated in Shirahama, 500 metres from Shirarahama Beach, The Gran Resort Elegante Shirahama features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a terrace.

Situated in Shirahama, 1.1 km from Shirarahama Beach, Yukai Resort Shirahama Gyoen features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a garden. The property is around 2.

Set in Shirahama, within 400 metres of Shirarahama Beach and 1 km of Shirahama Energy Land, Yanagiya offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

Situated in Shirahama, 2.4 km from Shirarahama Beach, Shirahama Ikoinosato Tomarigi features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 3-star ryokan offers a tour desk and luggage storage space.

A 4-minute walk from JR Kiikatsuura Station, Onsenminshuku Kosakaya offers Japanese-style rooms and a hot spring bath in Nachikatsuura. Free private parking is available on site and free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

Set in Hongu, 14 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Ryokan Adumaya offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is allergy-free and is situated a few steps from Yunomine Onsen Spa.

Manseiro is set in Nachikatsuura, within 1.5 km of Nachi Beach and 2.7 km of Kiyomon-yu Hot Spring. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Guest rooms in the ryokan are equipped with a kettle.

Conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Kiikatsuura Train Station, Wakatake offers cosy Japanese-style accommodations featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. Free Wi-Fi is available at public areas.

Located in Tanabe, 20 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art, Minshuku Sumiya provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set in the Kawayu Onsen district. At the ryokan each room has a shared bathroom.

Boasting various hot spring baths and river views, Kawayu Onsen Fujiya is historic accommodation situated near the Kumano pilgrimage route. Sophisticated Japanese multi-course meals are served.

Set in Shirahama, within 200 metres of Shirahama Beach and 1.2 km of Ezura Beach, Shirahama no Yado Daigo offers free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 2 km from Shirahama Art Museum, 2.

Located within a 1-minute walk from Shirahama Beach, Shirahamakan offers hot-spring baths. Free Wi-Fi is available at the public areas. A free shuttle is available from JR Shirahama Train Station, which is a 10-minute drive away.

Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and hot spring bath, Yukai Resort Shirahama Saichoraku is located in Shirahama in the Wakayama Region. The ryokan boasts free massages, hot springs bath and a sauna. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.