649-2200 Wakayama, Shirahama, 3138-22, Japan
#4 of 16 B&Bs and inns in Shirahama
Guests' ChoiceBased on 103 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Free Wifi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: January 8, 2025
Ayşegül
GermanySuper cozy stay in Shirahama. I love the location. The owner is so kind! It is so clean and neat. It was very comfortable in a traditional Japanese room.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 6, 2024
Hailun
United StatesWifi is available on the first floor, not so stable on the second floor.
The guesthouse is super clean and the landlord is extremely nice. Very convenient location with many restaurants nearby. Close to the beach and bus stations (about 7-10 mins walking distance). Usually it could be a little bit cold in a Japanese traditional house. No worries, air conditioning available here!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 27, 2024
Wing
Hong KongNot really anything
This cozy house offers all the essential amenities and is impeccably clean. While the room isn't soundproof, it didn't bother us at all. I particularly enjoyed the inviting kitchen area, perfect for relaxing. Convenient parking is right in front, and the host is very helpful in arranging spaces. Don’t miss the wonderful onsen nearby, 南紀白浜井の芝 —it's definitely worth a visit!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 19, 2024
Laure
BelgiumThe shower is outside which isn't the most comfortable.
The house is in a Japanese style, which was nice. The host was really friendly and helpful, and speaks English quite well. The beds were comfortable, and there were free towels. The location is superb, I walked to the beach everyday.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 13, 2024
Yu
SingaporeThe house owner is very helpful. As we need to catch up an early train in the morning before bus operating time, she helped us book a taxi.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 3, 2024
Tim
AustraliaNothing
We loved this place! The owner is such a wonderful friendly person. She was great to chat to and get some local tips. It was comfy and very quiet.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: November 1, 2024
Xuenan
ChinaEverything is perfect
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 24, 2024
Janraidul
MongoliaWe had a coughing neighbor in the opposite room which made either difficult to sleep even with ear plugs. Other than that, everything was really great!!
Perfect location. There is a nearby free foot onsen on the way to the guesthouse. Kitchen was great!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 20, 2024
Yuzuki
JapanNothing.
Felt like home. So comfy.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 19, 2024
Michaela
SlovakiaThis is a really unique place to stay. We stayed in the traditional Japanese room, it was really nice with a lot of little details like pictures and fresh flowers. The staff was the most amazing, communicative and helpful. We even received a little gift of congratulations after we mentioned this was our honeymoon. Thank you so much! The place is really close to a lot of restaurants, convenience stores and the Shirahama beach but it is still in a calm street and we felt at peace there.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 30, 2024
Ryan
Hong KongI wish a dryer was available.
The place was really cozy and nice. The room was cool and comfortable even though it was summer. Toilets and other shared areas were super clean. Everyone there was kind and nice.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 13, 2024
Alessandro
ItalyNot in particular.
Very friendly place ,and good place where to stay
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Ye
South Korea2F not Wifi
Very nice guesthouse very good location very kind host
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 11, 2024
Nicole
JapanVery friendly staff, typical japanese guesthouse, very pretty!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 23, 2024
Flávia
BrazilIt exceeded my expectations, the guest house is very comfortable, smells so good and is well located, there is an Ashyiu (foot bath) less than 200 m away. And it's posible to visit a lot places by foot. The host is a great person and very friendly and willing to offer the best experience during your stay and recommend places to do in the city. Takami, thank you very much for your hospitality and for the ride to the train station. Wifi is excellent, but works best in the shared area.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 6, 2024
Elizabeth
United StatesGreat location and sweet owner! The kitchen was big and had everything you need to cook. I was able to finally clean some clothes since you can pay to use the laundry machine.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 15, 2024
Beckert
GermanyLoved it Like a fully equipped house as a hostel
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 3, 2024
Victoria
AustraliaA little bit noisy because of thin walls but this is typical of Japanese style accommodation. Not an issue for me and there are ear plugs supplied if you need them.
Wonderful welcome! Easy place to be. Very relaxed atmosphere. Close to the beach. Walking distance to onsens. Owner very obliging and helpful with directions and loaning swim goggles!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 23, 2024
Thomas
New ZealandNo upstairs wifi
Great location, close to beach and close to restaurants etc. Unique layout with semi out door bathroom. Very comfortable lounge area.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Zhu
ChinaOnly has one restroom and one hand-washing sink which means the cleanness has a high relationship with the guests. Sometimes it is not clean because of that and well as not divided into female and male.
Clean bedroom and soft quilt and pillow Nice stuff and pretty close to the beach
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 14, 2024
Double
South Koreaamazingly Nothing.
very organized,clean, and cozy guesthouse. it was a bit cold outside, but the warm and thick blankets were perfect to sleep well at night. especially I left my jacket in the express bus. the owner happily went get it for me. if you stay in Shirahama, this guesthouse is perfect 👌🏼 The Neco also welcomes you
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 15, 2024
Fei
United Kingdomonly one toilet upstairs for everyone to use (can be up to 10 people if full house), but there is another downstairs. but very clean nonetheless.
Comfortable stay in a traditional house, owner super friendly. Close to shirahama beach, many restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 2, 2023
Madeline
JapanExtremely close to the beach, as well as many restaurants, plus a familymart. There are several onsens in the area too. The whole guesthouse was very comfy and homey. This place is a really affordable and amazing stop for experiencing this resort area without staying at a resort. There is a kitchen area and a small living space downstairs which is great for hanging out and prepping a cheaper meal than going out. I also appreciate that this divides the potentially loud 'hang out zone' downstairs - from the quiet bedrooms upstairs. I really wish I could have stayed here longer, it was lovely! You should know there is just one outdoor shower here, but it wasn't a negative for me, It was still private and secure, and it makes sense for a beach-y area. If you want a more lux bathing experience you may have to pay for an onsen. If you want more privacy than an onsen, you're stuck with the one outdoor shower.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 1, 2023
Trevor
AustraliaClean, spacious, common space for guests to chat
Stayed in November 2023
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