Scenic Hotels in Tanabe

"This hotel served as a perfect stopover while hiking the Kumano Kodo. It's less than a 10-minute taxi ride from Kumano Hongu Taisha. This was my second stay, and when I asked, the hotel mentioned a renovation in November 2025, but it sounds like it will only be a partial refurbishment! The hot springs are very comfortable, with both indoor and outdoor baths. The outdoor bath is mixed-gender, and they provide special robes you can wear out there. I booked the half-board option (dinner and breakfast), but the food was quite ordinary with limited choices. However, since there are no convenience stores nearby, eating at the hotel was the only option. The hot spring river, just a 5-minute walk away, now has a public hot spring pool. Many people were enjoying it early in the morning, and kids were also digging their own small pools in the river. Waking up to the steam rising from the river was just wonderful."

"Review of Hanayo Garden Hotel Shirahama, Japan Located in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, the hotel boasts a prime location nestled between the mountains and the sea, about an 8-10 minute walk from Shirahama Beach. The surroundings are tranquil. Specializing in seaside hot spring experiences, the hotel offers both open-air and indoor hot spring baths, some of which face the Pacific Ocean, allowing you to soak while watching the sunset or waves. The slightly alkaline spring water is beneficial for relieving muscle aches and fatigue. The facilities are well-maintained, and basic toiletries are provided. The nighttime bathing atmosphere is breathtaking, with the sounds of the stars and waves adding to the soothing effect. The guest rooms are available in Japanese, Western, and mixed Japanese/Western styles. Spacious (25-40 square meters), they feature mattresses with a perfect firmness, making them ideal for families or groups. Bathrooms have separate wet and dry areas, bathtubs, and toilets. High-floor ocean view rooms are recommended for unobstructed views. Hanayo Garden Hotel is a secluded retreat in Shirahama Onsen, renowned for its ocean view hot springs, fresh seafood, and family-friendly amenities. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy a slow-paced holiday of ”soaking in hot springs, watching the sea, and eating seafood”, this place is worth including in your list."

"It was out of our expectation. It is a standalone apartment that has everything you need. It is better to register all the guest’s information online via the email. That will make your check-in more convenient. We were impressed with the backyard. We planned to have dinner there. Unfortunately, it was cold and raining. We definitely wanna stay there again. It’s at a very great location, close to the shopping center, and the bus stop of Kumano hiking, just in a few mins walk. Even you don’t do hiking, it is also good for a bunch of friends for a retreat."

"On the 11th holiday, one person went hiking, and planned to break all five days. On the first day, I wanted to cover the first few chapters that were more difficult. So it is very suitable to live on the plateau. I didn't expect the typhoon aftershocks in China to affect the Jiyi Peninsula, so I started the day it started to rain heavily. The first day of the heavy installation was overdue, because the news of Trip.com on this store was too old, and it was still a bit nervous at that time. It would be too Japanese. As a result, the dinner was very personal. The boss would also be simple in Chinese. It was completely a social cow. Take everyone to dinner and chat together. The room is a bit old, but there are facilities for drying clothes and a bathhouse! It was really raining for a day, and the clothes were dried in a bath. It was really comfortable. Also because of the rain the day before, the next day the room was full of clouds, it was really worth it! I hope that I will have the opportunity to come here to hike in the future, and I must continue to live here once."

"Facilities: A bit old-fashioned, but there's a large public bath. Cleanliness: Clean. Environment: Ocean view from the window. Service: Excellent, especially a lady at the front desk. She's a fantastic communicator; if you ask one question, she'll give you several answers, anticipating your next questions or things you might want to know. I'm really impressed by her professionalism. 【Seasonal Kaiseki Cuisine】Enjoy Kishu flavors, mountain and sea delicacies: The food was very good. The children's set meal was especially varied and beautifully presented. The only downside is the inconvenient transportation; you have to take a taxi every day to get around."

"Kawayu Onsen Fujiya boasts an excellent location, right next to a bus stop, making it convenient to get around. Its biggest highlight is the open-air mixed-gender bath overlooking Mount Iwo Jima, offering a rugged and unique view. The cuisine focuses on local specialties, but opinions on the taste are rather polarized. The downsides are that the facilities are generally old and have a vintage feel, and the cleanliness of some rooms is only average. It's suitable for onsen enthusiasts who appreciate a traditional atmosphere and convenient transportation."

"It is located in the countryside of Tanabe but the transportation is relatively convenient. This hotel is a member of the Secret Hot Spring Guardian Association, and the water quality of the hot spring is very good. The waiters were all local elderly people, and my lovely mother-in-law came to talk to me with a translator during dinner. The food is not luxurious, but it is still quite traditional and authentic Japanese home-cooked food."

"３ This is the first user. The facility itself has been around for years, so it's fun to confuse new facilities with old-fashioned facilities. The service of the staff is polite and kind to greatly recover the old equipment. This is the first time I feel that the cleaning staff is not enough, but I want to go again. The meal is also very delicious."

"There were not many people when I checked in. There were outdoor hot springs, separated for men and women. The service staff are very enthusiastic, and there is a young man who can speak Mandarin and is very good. The hotel facilities are slightly older. Luggage can be sent. They can also drive you to the bus stop for free in the morning. But there is nothing around the hotel. It is on a hillside. Get off at Xiatang Peak. There are not many buses."