I-Link Hostel & Cafe Shimanami
I-Link Hostel & Cafe Shimanami
About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: I-Link Hostel & Cafe Shimanami in Imabari offers a 2-star hostel experience with ground-floor units and shared bathrooms. Each room includes a bidet, shower, and hairdryer, ensuring a pleasant stay. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property, a sun terrace, and a lounge. The on-site coffee shop provides a relaxing space, while bicycle parking accommodates those traveling by bike. Convenient Location: Located 43 mi from Hiroshima Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Oogamiyama Omoto Shrine (19 mi) and Saikon-ji Temple (20 mi). Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Guest Highlights: Visitors appreciate the bike/bicycle, dinner, and room cleanliness, making it a highly rated choice for travelers.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Dante
United States
“This is the second time I've stayed at this hostel. The facilities are immaculate. Their bathrooms are permanently clean beyond what I can get my bathroom at home looking like no matter how much I clean. The sleepwear provided for no charge is...” - Jesse
United States
“Great service offered to travelers. Great food offered in a region without many options” - JJan
United States
“Location was convenient for riding the Shimanami Kaido. It was very comfortable and clean to stay in the large capsule rooms. Futon style beds were cozy. Provided pajamas and bedding.” - Charles
United States
“The facilities were very well taken care of and the operation was well run. The owners were very pleasant and we decided to eat dinner as well, which was great after a long day of biking.” - Carlos
Mexico
“Everything was incredibly clean and new, very spacious, you get to borrow pijamas and towels for free, as well as other amenities like ear plugs, razors, etc. The restaurant side of the hostel was also shockingly good. I was very pleasantly...” - Daniel
Mexico
“Very confortable, there were a lot of bathrooms and a los of private showers.” - Sherman
United States
“Great stop in around the half-way point of the recommended route of Shimanami Kaido cycle trail. Very clean, well-put together hostel. Also close to a community center that you can go to for onsen to relax. Also across the street from a FamilyMart...” - Zach
United States
“Amazing food, very close to Shimanami Kaido, very good for those cycling” - Vanessa
Canada
“It’s close to the halfway mark of the Shimanami Kaido (and a short walk away from an onsen!). The facilities are clean and spacious. The in-house dinner was also fantastic; there were several options available for diverse diets and the meal I had...” - Lucas
United States
“Cool concept for lodging executed well. Very clean rooms and facilities. I loved how I could hang my bike in my room. Also great location. Right off the Shimanami Kaido and almost perfectly at the midpoint between Onomichi and Imabari. It's close...”
Area info
Amenities of I-Link Hostel & Cafe ShimanamiGreat facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bidet
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Safe
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
House rulesI-Link Hostel & Cafe Shimanami takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform I-Link Hostel & Cafe Shimanami of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests must check in by 18:30:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).