Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

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. The property offers free shuttle service by car or ferry for limited hours per day, both a 10-minute ride from JR Kii Katsuura Station. Free WiFi is available in the public areas. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. A TV, fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are included in each. Rooms come with a private toilet but bathrooms are shared. An outdoor swimming pool is open during the summer and a coin launderette is provided for guests to use. Local gifts can be purchased at the souvenir shop and a karaoke room is available as well. A breakfast and dinner buffet are served at the hotel’s dining room. Urashima Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Katsuura Fishing Port and a 20-minute drive from Taiji Whale Museum.

This observation deck lies at the southern tip of Shionomisaki. The seventh and eighth floors, which are 100 meters above sea level, are observation galleries, commanding a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean. On a fine day, the vista even takes in the distant Mt. Nachi. On entering the deck, you'll receive a certificate for visiting the southernmost point of Japan's main island as proof of your visit to Shionomisaki. The grasslands at the tip of the cape, called “Boro no Shiba,” stretch out over 100,000 square meters. A restaurant there serves a variety of dishes using locally sourced ingredients.

Boasting sea views, Kurhouse Shirahama provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, a fitness centre and an open-air bath, around 1.7 km from Saki-no-Yu Onsen Spa. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is 600 metres from Shirarahama Beach. The accommodation offers a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with hot tub in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kurhouse Shirahama also features an indoor pool and a hot tub for guests to relax in. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Kishu Museum of Art is 1.9 km from Kurhouse Shirahama, while Heisogen Park is 2.4 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

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. The traditional rooms at Yunominesou Ryokan have sliding paper screens, floor cushions and Japanese futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Guests can relax in the Yukata robe or watch the LCD TV. All rooms include a toilet, an electric kettle and a fridge. The ryokan is a 10-minute walk from the beautiful Kumano Kodo forest path, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is 37 km from JR Shingu Train Station and 53 km from JR Kiitanabe Train Station. On-site parking is free. Guests can enjoy a game of ping-pong or billiards, or browse the gift shop. Two private hot-spring bathes can be used when it's available. A set-menu Japanese breakfast and dinner are served at the property restaurant. Guests with dinner included in the rate must check in by 18:30 to eat dinner at the property. Guests checking in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given. There are no restaurants in the area, so dining at the hotel is recommended.

Hotel Sanrakuso features Japanese-style rooms with beautiful ocean views. Guests can soak in the hot-spring baths or request for relaxing massages during their stay. A free shuttle runs between the hotel and JR Shirahama Train Station, which is a 30-minute drive. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea. Each has tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy singing at the hotel’s karaoke room or purchase local products at the gift shop. The lobby features beautiful views of Shirahama Beach and provides free WiFi access. A vending machine is available for drinks and ice cream. The on-site restaurant, Wakuwaku offers a breakfast buffet of Japanese dishes. Sanrakuso Hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Nanki Shirahama Airport. Senjojiki Plateau and Sandanbeki Cliff are both a 10-minute drive away.

Hotel Kirinosato 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. Guests can go hiking through mountain paths or unwind in one of the hotel’s public hot spring baths. Kirinosato Takahara organizes charged activities such as walking the Kumano Kodo, dressing in Heian-era clothes or experience farming. Facilities include drinks vending machines, a shop and free parking. There are Spanish and Chinese speaking staff. Kirinosato Takahara is a 3-minute walk from both the Takijiri Oji Temple and the Kirinosato Takahara Kumano Jinja Shrine. JR Kii Tanabe Station is a 45-minute bus ride away. Upon reservation, the hotel offers a free shuttle to/from Gyubadoji Michinoeki Station, Takijiri and the Arisugawa bus stop. Air-conditioned rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor, an LCD TV and a small fridge. Guests sleep in Western beds. All rooms come with an attached private toilet, while bathrooms are shared. A Japanese breakfast and dinner with local dishes are served at the dining room.

Featuring a sauna, Kashikiri 和歌山すさみ is located in Susami. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The apartment features family rooms. Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a kitchen. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The apartment has a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Kishu Museum of Art is 26 km from Kashikiri 和歌山すさみ, while Heisogen Park is 26 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 23 km from the property.

In the Shirahama Onsen district of Kanayama, close to Kishu Museum of Art, Rei Garden Resort features a garden and a washing machine. The air-conditioned accommodation is 600 metres from Shirarahama Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Heisogen Park. The villa with a balcony and quiet street views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are available in the villa. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The villa is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. A bicycle rental service is available at the villa. Shirahama Art Museum is 2.9 km from Rei Garden Resort, while Tanabe City Museum of Art is 7.3 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

Located in Susami, 24 km from Kishu Museum of Art and 24 km from Heisogen Park, ふるシェアの家すさみ -Kumano Kodo- provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is situated 26 km from Shirahama Art Museum, 26 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall and 28 km from Tokei Shrine. The property is non-smoking and is set 26 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware. The holiday home is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kozan-ji Temple is 29 km from the holiday home, while Shionomisaki Shrine is 43 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 20 km from the property.

Offering a garden and garden view, SOLA Guest House is situated in Tanabe, 22 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art and 24 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 8.7 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The accommodation features free shuttle service, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house. This guest house is allergy-free and non-smoking. An American breakfast is available at the guest house. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, SOLA Guest House offers a selection of packed lunches. The guest house is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. A variety of wellness packages are available for guests to get rejuvenated in-house. Kamikura Shrine is 33 km from the accommodation, while Kumano Hayatama Taisha is 34 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 60 km away.

Situated in Kanayama, 200 metres from Shirarahama Beach, Hotel Ginsui - Vacation STAY 58202v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 2.1 km from Shirahama Art Museum, 2.9 km from Kishu Museum of Art and 2.9 km from Heisogen Park. Kamitonda Concert Hall is 12 km away and Kozan-ji Temple is 12 km from the hotel. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms at Hotel Ginsui - Vacation STAY 58202v have air conditioning and a desk. Tanabe City Museum of Art is 7.5 km from the accommodation, while Tokei Shrine is 11 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 3 km away.

Located in the famous Shirahama hot-spring area, Shirahama Key Terrace Hotel Seamore features comfortable accommodations with an ocean view. Guests can relax in the sauna or hot-spring baths, and also request for massage services. Free WiFi is available in the lobby areas, and the Nanki Shirahama Airport is a 10-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a refrigerator. Japanese-style rooms have tatami (woven-straw) flooring, while Western-style rooms feature a seating area with a sofa. The en suite bathroom comes with slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy playing at the game room or purchasing local products at the gift shop. An outdoor swimming pool is open during the summer season, and a lounge with karaoke is available as well. The 24-hour front desk provides photocopying and currency exchange services. Shirahama Key Terrace Hotel Seamore is a 15-minute walk from the Shirahama Beach, and a 10-minute walk from the Senjojiki Seashore. Adventure World is a 10-minute drive away.

Situated 3.3 km from Shionomisaki Shrine, Fukurou features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. All units have a shared bathroom and have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Kushimoto Turkish Memorial and Museum is 12 km from the lodge, while Taiji Municipal Stone Wall Memorial Hall is 29 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 55 km away.

Providing quiet street views and a terrace, Crystal Exe Nanki Shirahama 1 is situated in the Shirahama Onsen district of Shirahama, 4.3 km from Heisogen Park and 4.7 km from Shirahama Art Museum. It is located 4.3 km from Kishu Museum of Art and features a lift. The aparthotel provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Each unit is equipped with a balcony offering city views, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with hot tub, slippers and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. The units include a desk. The aparthotel is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Tanabe City Museum of Art is 5.8 km from the aparthotel, while Tokei Shrine is 10 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km from the property.

Located in Kanayama in the Wakayama region, with Shirarahama Beach and Kishu Museum of Art nearby, Guest house Nagi - Vacation STAY 21489v provides accommodation with free private parking. The property is around 2.9 km from Shirahama Art Museum, 7.3 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art and 11 km from Tokei Shrine. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.3 km from Heisogen Park. This air-conditioned holiday home is equipped with 4 bedrooms, a TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge. The holiday home is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kamitonda Concert Hall is 12 km from the holiday home, while Kozan-ji Temple is 12 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km from the property.

Set in Shirahama, 3.1 km from Shirahama Art Museum and 3.2 km from Kishu Museum of Art, 白浜貸別荘2-79 offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.2 km from Heisogen Park. The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The holiday home is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at 白浜貸別荘2-79 will be able to enjoy activities in and around Shirahama, like fishing. Tanabe City Museum of Art is 5.7 km from the accommodation, while Tokei Shrine is 10 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

白浜 Mizuki-ya, a property with a garden, is situated in Kamitondacho, 7.5 km from Tokei Shrine, 8.4 km from Kozan-ji Temple, as well as 13 km from Shirahama Art Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.2 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art. The holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with quiet street views. Kishu Museum of Art is 13 km from the holiday home, while Heisogen Park is 13 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 10 km from the property.

Situated in Kanayama, 1 km from Shirarahama Beach, Marina Hotel Kaikuu - Vacation STAY 58502v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 1.4 km from Shirahama Art Museum, 2.4 km from Kishu Museum of Art and 2.5 km from Heisogen Park. Tanabe City Museum of Art is 6.9 km away and Tokei Shrine is 11 km from the hotel. Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. Rooms include a shared bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms at Marina Hotel Kaikuu - Vacation STAY 58502v have air conditioning and a desk. Kamitonda Concert Hall is 11 km from the accommodation, while Kozan-ji Temple is 12 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

Located in Tanabe in the Wakayama region, with Tanabe Ogigahama Beach and Tokei Shrine nearby, wanderers Inn provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 5.9 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art, 7.5 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall and 12 km from Shirahama Art Museum. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Kozan-ji Temple. The kitchen comes with a fridge. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. A minimarket is available at the guest house. Kishu Museum of Art is 12 km from the guest house, while Heisogen Park is 12 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 11 km from the property.

Set in Shirahama in the Wakayama region, with Ezura Beach and Shirahama Art Museum nearby, Guest House Shirahama R-cafe - Female Only offers accommodation with free private parking. Featuring free bikes, the 1-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and luggage storage for guests. A fridge and kettle are also featured. The units in the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV and slippers. There is a coffee shop and lounge. The guest house is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at the guest house can enjoy snorkelling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Kishu Museum of Art is 3.3 km from Guest House Shirahama R-cafe - Female Only, while Heisogen Park is 3.3 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 3 km from the property.