Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

Located right in front of Shirahama Beach, Shiraraso Grand Hotel offers both Japanese-style accommodations and Western rooms with a tatami area. Rooms come with ocean views and Japanese Yukata robes. Guest can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and request relaxing massages for an extra charge. The hotel is a 10-minute drive or bus ride from JR Shirahama Train Station. Free WiFi is available in all areas. In the room, guests can sit by the seating area with low tables and enjoy watching the TV. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. An outdoor swimming pool is open during the summer season and guests can purchase local products at the souvenir shop. Private reservable hot-spring baths can be requested and a game room is available as well. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas. Guests can enjoy diving in the area throughout the year, and beach illumination lights attract tourists from December to February. A traditional multi-course dinner and a Japanese breakfast set are served at the dining room. Fresh local seafood dishes are offered at Isokaze restaurant. Hotel Grand Shiraraso is a 15-minute drive from Adventure World. The Sandanbeki Caves and Toretore Market are located a 10-minute drive away. Nanki Shirahama Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

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. Traditional Kaiseki Japanese cuisine is available for dinner. Guests at Hana Irodori no Yado Kayuu sleep in futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Each air-conditioned room has an en suite bathroom and an electric kettle. Slippers are also provided. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from JR Kii-Katsuura Train Station on the Kisei Line, and a free shuttle is offered. It is a 10-minute walk to the Taijicho Whale Museum and Taiji Kujirahama Park.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In the Shirahama Onsen district of Shirahama, close to Shirarahama Beach, 風光乃邸宅 本宅 Fuukou no Teitaku Main House features a garden and a washing machine. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.9 km from Shirahama Art Museum. The spacious holiday home is equipped with 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a hot tub and a dressing room. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. The holiday home is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kishu Museum of Art is 2 km from the holiday home, while Heisogen Park is 2.1 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Set in Shirahama, less than 1 km from Shirarahama Beach and a 6-minute walk from Saki-no-Yu Onsen Spa, 5 mins walk from Yuzaki bus stop, sea view, parking lot, offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.1 km from Kishu Museum of Art. The villa is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered. The villa is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Heisogen Park is 1.3 km from the villa, while Shirahama Art Museum is 4 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Hotel Sunset Susami is located in Susami, 24 km from Kishu Museum of Art and 24 km from Heisogen Park. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests can use the hot spring bath and the public bath, or enjoy sea views. At the ryokan, all units include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kettle are also featured. The units at the ryokan include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. For guests with children, Hotel Sunset Susami provides an indoor play area. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Tanabe City Museum of Art is 26 km from Hotel Sunset Susami, while Shirahama Art Museum is 26 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 20 km from the property.

Situated in Hongu, 14 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 21 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art, Guest House Takiyoshi offers free WiFi and air conditioning. It is set 26 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum and features a lift. Shingu Castle Ruins Park is 37 km away and Fudarakusanji Temple is 47 km from the ryokan. At the ryokan, each unit includes a shared bathroom. An Asian breakfast is available at the property and includes warm dishes and local specialities. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kamikura Shrine is 36 km from the ryokan, while Kumano Hayatama Taisha is 37 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 58 km away.

自遊らいふ 田辺, a property with free bikes, a garden and barbecue facilities, is situated in Tanabe, 2.3 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art, 3.8 km from Tokei Shrine, as well as 4.1 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall. This apartment features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and full-day security for guests. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bath and slippers. A flat-screen TV is offered. The accommodation is non-smoking. You can play darts at the apartment, and the area is popular for fishing. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Kozan-ji Temple is 4.7 km from 自遊らいふ 田辺, while Shirahama Art Museum is 8.6 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 9 km away.

Set in Kanayama, holiday house shirahama - Vacation STAY 19040v offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 1.9 km from Kishu Museum of Art, 2 km from Heisogen Park and 4.9 km from Shirahama Art Museum. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.9 km from Shirarahama Beach. The spacious holiday home is fitted with 4 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a microwave, a fridge, a washing machine, a stovetop and kitchenware. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. The holiday home is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Tanabe City Museum of Art is 10 km from the holiday home, while Tokei Shrine is 14 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 3 km from the property.

The sky at an elevation of 320m. Nestled in a satoyama with an unobstructed view, lies the Kumano Kodo inn, 'Kiri-no-Sato Takahara.' Within the warm interior embraced by the breath of wood and earth, there is occasionally a hint of Spanish aroma. This comes in many forms, such as words, music, or the fragrance of dishes wafting from the kitchen. All of this is the work of the inn's owner, Haruyasu Kotake. Visitors from across Japan and around the world come to this place to experience the history of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kumano Kodo, and stay at Takahara. Here, nationality and language don't matter; we simply want you to enjoy a relaxing time. With this sentiment, we await your visit.

Guesthouse Hikigawa - Vacation STAY 03553v is located in Hiki, 19 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall, 19 km from Saki-no-Yu Onsen Spa, and 20 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art. The air-conditioned accommodation is 18 km from Kishu Museum of Art, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from Heisogen Park. The spacious holiday home features 5 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a microwave, a fridge, a washing machine, a stovetop and kitchenware. Shirahama Art Museum is 20 km from the holiday home, while Tokei Shrine is 23 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 15 km away.

Boasting a spa bath, Hotel Tenzankaku Kaiyutei is situated in Shirahama. The 3-star ryokan has sea views and is 1.8 km from Shirarahama Beach. There is a seasonal outdoor pool and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The ryokan has a flat-screen TV. The unit at the property features a bath and a dressing room. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Kishu Museum of Art is 1.6 km from the ryokan, while Heisogen Park is 1.7 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 3 km away.

・Direct access to the beach from the property for an excellent location ・Approximately a 1-minute walk from the nearest bus stop, 'Shirahama Bus Center' ・Free on-site parking is available from 1:00 PM on the check-in day to 11:00 AM on the check-out day. ・If you wish to have meals, you need to book a plan that includes meals in advance.The dining room is available only for guests who book a plan that includes meals. ・Dinner starts at three times: 5:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:30 PM, with a dining duration of 90 minutes.Details will be provided at check-in.You cannot specify the time in advance. ・Room types are mainly Japanese-style rooms, and many feature futon bedding.Please confirm during booking.

風 - Family House KAZE - is situated in the Shirahama Onsen district of Shirahama, 4.1 km from Heisogen Park, 4.9 km from Shirahama Art Museum and 6 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art. The property is located 10 km from Tokei Shrine, 10 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall and 11 km from Kozan-ji Temple. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Kishu Museum of Art is 4.1 km away. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and slippers. 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. Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art is 38 km from the holiday home, while Gobosogoundo Park is 41 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

Featuring quiet street views, Ricco Mond Hills Apartment Houseアパートタイプの宿は宿泊者と接しない 安全な宿 offers accommodation with free bikes and a balcony, around 3.5 km from Nachikatsuura Sports and Cultural Center. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.2 km from Fudarakusanji Temple. The aparthotel with a terrace and mountain views features 1 bedroom, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a bath and a dressing room. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. A minimarket is available at the aparthotel. Taiji Municipal Stone Wall Memorial Hall is 5.8 km from the aparthotel, while Hiromitsu Ochiai Baseball Hall is 7.6 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 81 km from the property.

神倉書斎 [Kamikura-Hideaway] is situated in Shingu, less than 1 km from Kumano Hayatama Taisha, a 17-minute walk from Shingu Castle Ruins Park, as well as 13 km from Fudarakusanji Temple. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set a few steps from Kamikura Shrine. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and slippers. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Nachikatsuura Sports and Cultural Center is 14 km from the apartment, while Hirou Shrine is 20 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 94 km from the property.

Set in Shingu in the Wakayama region, with Ojigahama Beach nearby, ゲストハウス鷹乃巣 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Offering a garden, the property is located within 5.8 km of Kumano Hayatama Taisha. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5 km from Kamikura Shrine. The air-conditioned holiday home is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Shingu Castle Ruins Park is 6.1 km from the holiday home, while Fudarakusanji Temple is 7.6 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 87 km from the property.