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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.

Located in Koyasan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 高野山 宿坊 常喜院 -Koyasan Shukubo Jokiin- offers free private parking. All rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Rooms have a shared bathroom. 高野山 宿坊 常喜院 -Koyasan Shukubo Jokiin- features free WiFi throughout the property. There is luggage storage space at the property. Guests can participate in the morning prayers upon request. The property is a minute's walk from Kongobu-ji Temple. The temple building is also situated nearby.

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.

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.

Founded by Kobo-Daishi Kukai, this is a sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism, boasting a history of 1,200 years. Scattered across the mountain at approximately 900 meters above sea level are 117 temples, including Kongobu-ji Temple, forming a large religious town. With Danjogaran and Okuno-in at its core, this sacred territory has been visited by large number of Kukai's followers. Since the town is surrounded by forests, Mt. Koya is a great place to enjoy some hiking while visiting the temples.

Built in the Gongen-zukuri style, this shrine was founded by the lord of the Kishu domain, Yorinobu Tokugawa, in 1621 to enshrine his father Ieyasu. Similar to Nikko Tosho-gu Shrine, the magnificent shrine pavilion is surrounded by sculptures by Jingoro Hidari and wall paintings by Tanyu Kano. Seven shrine structures including the Haiden, the Honden, and the vermillion Romon Gate, are designated as national Important Cultural Properties. At the shrine, Mikoshitogyo, which is one of the great festivals called Wakamatsuri, takes place where men carry mikoshi (portable shrine carried in festivals) and courageously descend 108 steps, followed by a parade of 1,000 people.

Nobu Guest House is situated in the Shirahama Onsen district of Kanayama, 3.9 km from Kishu Museum of Art, 3.9 km from Heisogen Park and 5.1 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3.8 km from Shirahama Art Museum, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. Kozan-ji Temple is 10 km away and Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art is 38 km from the homestay. All units in the homestay are fitted with a kettle. At the homestay, units have a shared bathroom. The homestay is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Tokei Shrine is 9 km from the homestay, while Kamitonda Concert Hall is 10 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 3 km away.

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.

Located in Asso, 4 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall, Nanki Shirahama Resort Hotel - Vacation STAY 38055v provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 6.2 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art, 8.5 km from Tokei Shrine and 9.4 km from Kozan-ji Temple. Heisogen Park is 11 km from the hotel and Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art is 32 km away. All units in the hotel are fitted with a TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guest rooms at Nanki Shirahama Resort Hotel - Vacation STAY 38055v include air conditioning and a desk. Shirahama Art Museum is 10 km from the accommodation, while Kishu Museum of Art is 11 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 9 km from the property.

Set in Koyasan and only 39 km from Kishi Station, 高野山 宿坊 大明王院 -Koyasan Shukubo Daimyououin- offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star ryokan offers full-day security. Matsushita Park is 45 km away and Subaru Hall is 47 km from the ryokan. The ryokan features certain units that feature inner courtyard views, and units come with a shared bathroom and a tatami. At the ryokan, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the garden. Wanpaku Park is 47 km from the ryokan, while Kii Fudoki No Oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore is 48 km away. Kansai International Airport is 62 km from the property.

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.

Set in Shirahama, less than 1 km from Shirarahama Beach, SEAMORE RESIDENCE offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some units at SEAMORE RESIDENCE have a sea view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Kishu Museum of Art is 1.4 km from SEAMORE RESIDENCE, while Heisogen Park is 1.5 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

Featuring quiet street views and a shared lounge, KUMANO家-CoCo- provides accommodation attractively located in Shingu, within a short distance of Kumano Hayatama Taisha, Shingu Castle Ruins Park and Kamikura Shrine. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house offers a TV and a shared bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and shower. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also available, as well as a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Fudarakusanji Temple is 14 km from the guest house, while Nachikatsuura Sports and Cultural Center is 15 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 94 km away.

Set in Nachikatsuura and only 5.7 km from Taiji Municipal Stone Wall Memorial Hall, 玉の浦sea offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6.1 km from Hiromitsu Ochiai Baseball Hall. The air-conditioned country house consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and slippers. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is featured. A dressing room and laundry service is also available. The country house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Fudarakusanji Temple is 10 km from the country house, while Nachikatsuura Sports and Cultural Center is 11 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 73 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.

Hino Campsite is located in Wakayama, 5.9 km from Nakano Castle Ruins, 7.8 km from Okawa Hachiman Shrine, as well as 8 km from Jiunzan Hoonko-ji Temple. With free private parking, the property is 2.8 km from Isonoura Beach and 4.9 km from Kasai Park. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.6 km from Kii Kimoto Castle Ruins. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the mountain views. Sumiyoshi Shrine is 9.1 km from the campground, while Tennomiya Shrine is 11 km away. Kansai International Airport is 45 km from the property.

Waka no Yado -Oto- - Vacation STAY 17181 is set in Wakayama, 800 metres from Tamatsushima Shrine, 600 metres from Kishu Toshogu Shrine, and 1.1 km from Manyokan Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from Kataonami Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 500 metres from Wakaura Temmangu Shrine. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Waka Park, Kataonami Park and Yanomiya Shrine. Kansai International Airport is 47 km from the property.

Located in Shimosato and only 5.2 km from Taiji Municipal Stone Wall Memorial Hall, 一棟貸自炊可-世界遺産 熊野古道歩きやサイクリングの拠点に-Wifi-駐車場3台無料 provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 5.6 km from Hiromitsu Ochiai Baseball Hall. The property is non-smoking and is situated 9.4 km from Fudarakusanji Temple. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property offers quiet street views. For guests with children, the holiday home features an indoor play area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and 一棟貸自炊可-世界遺産 熊野古道歩きやサイクリングの拠点に-Wifi-駐車場3台無料 can arrange a bicycle rental service. Nachikatsuura Sports and Cultural Center is 10 km from the accommodation, while Hirou Shrine is 17 km away. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 74 km from the property.