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Hiroshima Hotels: 12 Chic and Budget-Friendly Lodgings
This article features 12 recommended hotels in Hiroshima Prefecture, ranging from inexpensive lodgings in Kure to facilities fit for touring Ituskushima Shrine and Onomichi. We've also listed chic hotels in the center of Hiroshima City.
Points to Consider When Choosing Hotels in Hiroshima
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Booking hotels near major stations or sightseeing spots will make your trip easier. The following are the budget-friendly hotels in Kure, where business demand is high, and lodgings near popular sightseeing spots such as Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, and Onomichi. We've also included stylish accommodations in the central area of Hiroshima City.
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Hotels in Hiroshima
Hotels in Kure
1. Clayton Bay Hotel
2. Muku
3. Kure Hankyu Hotel
Hotels in Onomichi and Miyajima
4. Hotel Cycle
5. Miyajima Hotel Makoto
6. Aki Grand Hotel & Spa
7. Urashima Inn -Gangi-
Elegant Hotels in Hiroshima City
8. ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima
9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
10. Kiro Hiroshima
11. The Knot Hiroshima
12. Hotel Vista Hiroshima
Hotels in Kure
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Kure, known for its heavy industries, including shipbuilding, is a business-oriented city in Hiroshima Prefecture. The following budget-friendly lodgings are close to Kure Station, so please take a look!
1. Clayton Bay Hotel
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Clayton Bay Hotel, located near Kure Port, offers a view of the bay.
The hotel also provides a shuttle service from Kure Station, allowing guests easy access.
Free Wi-Fi is installed in all the rooms, and guests can use the copy/facsimile service for an additional charge.
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Another feature is the lounge, which opened in June 2024, that serves buffet-style meals.
There is even a car and bicycle rental service for guests who want to go on a short excursion.
Business workers can take advantage of an early bird discount by booking a room 14 days before their stay.
Parking: Available (no additional charge)
Access: 10-minute bus ride from Kure Station. A shuttle service is also available from the station.
Address: Hiroshima, Kure, Tsukiji-cho 3-3
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00
2. Muku
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Muku is an 8-minute walk from Kure Station. There are 11 guest rooms that are elegantly designed in the Japanese style.
Travelers can rest their weary bodies in rooms with indirect lighting and exuding a Japanese ambiance.
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All the rooms are furnished with Simmons beds, which promise a good night's sleep. There is also a cafe/lounge on the roof alongside the Yamato Deck, complete with a shared kitchen and a bathroom. Please note that a reservation must be made to use the roof deck.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the guest rooms, so this is an ideal business trip lodging.
Parking: Available (700 yen per stay)
Access: 8-minute walk from Kure Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Kure, Hondori 1-6-15
Check-in 15:00 to 23:00, Check-out 11:00
3. Kure Hankyu Hotel
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Kure Hankyu Hotel, known for its eye-catching exterior, is situated in front of Kure Station, making it convenient for travelers with heavy baggage.
The guest rooms are spaciously planned and decorated elegantly, with casually placed furnishings, creating an exceptional, luxurious aura.
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The 70 guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi. Additionally, the Yamato Museum (Kure Maritime Museum) and JMSDF Kure Museum (Iron Whale Museum) are located nearby.
Breakfast is served at the top-floor restaurant, which overlooks Kure Port. Guests can also enjoy the view while dining.
Parking: Available (1,100 yen per stay)
Access: A short walk from Kure Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Kure, Chuo 1-1-1
Check-in 14:00, Check-out 12:00
Hotels in Onomichi and Miyajima
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Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine are famous sightseeing spots, drawing a large number of tourists. Onomichi also offers many places and incredible views that should not be missed.
Those traveling with their family should choose a hotel accessible from tourist spots.
4. Hotel Cycle
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Hotel Cycle was renovated into an accommodation from a warehouse used by a shipping company. It is located inside Onomichi U2, a "small town inside a town."
As the name suggests, it is a hotel for cyclists, and guests can bring bicycles into their rooms.
The hotel also offers a maintenance shop and rental bicycle service for those who want to tour Onomichi.
Hotel Cycle hosts various activities in Onomichi that are perfect for those interested in enjoying the area.
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Natural materials are used for the interior decoration, and the furniture is crafted from local commodities.
Parking: Available (1,000 yen per stay, with a parking service ticket)
Access: 5-minute walk from Onomichi Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Onomichi, Nishigosho-cho 5-11
Check-in 15:00 to 21:00, Check-out 11:00
5. Miyajima Hotel Makoto
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Miyajima Hotel Makoto is located on an island accessible via a ferry. The facility is surrounded by trees, with wild deer roaming the grounds.
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The hotel offers a discount for elementary school children or younger at half the price of adults. It also serves meals for small children.
The large bathing room is furnished with beds and bathtubs for babies, making it the perfect getaway for families.
With an advanced request, the hotel will cater to guests with dietary needs, including allergies and vegetarian preferences. The Japanese set menu for breakfast includes miso soup with clams, the hotel's specialty.
Parking: Available. Please note that Miyajima is not fit to drive around, and the ferry ride will be expensive with a car. It would be better to use the parking lots near Miyajima-guchi pier.
Access: From Miyajima Station, it is a 5-minute walk to the Miyajima-guchi ferry port. Following a 10-minute ferry ride, it is a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
Address: Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi, Miyajima-cho 755
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 10:00
6. Aki Grand Hotel & Spa
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Aki Grand Hotel & Spa, fronting the Seto Inland Sea, hosts the World Heritage Night Cruise, which offers a fantastic view of Itsukushima Shrine at night. There's also the Miyajima Cruise, which tours seven shrines along the coast for guests to enjoy.
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There are two types of guest rooms: a tatami room and a spacious, Western-style one.
The hotel also offers a duplex room with a spiral staircase connecting the two floors. It features a tea lounge with terrace seats and a luxurious bar.
Parking: Available. (no additional charge)
Access: A free shuttle service from Miyajima-guchi Station is available.
Address: Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi, Miyajima-guchi Nishi 1-1-17
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 10:00
7. Urashima Inn -Gangi-
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Urashima Inn -Gangi- started as a facility to appreciate the attractions of Onomichi.
Since it is accessible from Senko-ji, a famous temple with a long history, and Onomichi City University Museum, the inn is the perfect hub for touring the city.
All the rooms offer a view of the Onomichi Channel, designed concisely and filled with amenity items. The clean, tidy rooms will make guests feel at home.
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The washbasin is separated from the bathroom, making preparations before going out easier.
Guests can also enjoy a city view and the channel from the roof.
Parking: Not available.
Access: 9-minute walk from Senko-ji Temple.
Address: Hiroshima, Onomichi, Tsuchido 1-13-7
Check-in 16:00 to 22:00, Check-out 10:00
Elegant Hotels in Hiroshima City
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Those interested in taking photos on a trip for two, whether with someone special or a friend, should choose accommodations with photogenic appeals.
Stay at a hotel with an exceptional atmosphere and experience something new.
8. ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima
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There is a chapel inside the ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima, situated along Peace Boulevard in the city's central area. The facility is visited by those wishing to hold their wedding ceremony in an elegant style.
The hotel is also furnished with a lounge and fitness gym.
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Located downtown, the hotel is easily accessible from sightseeing spots such as the Peace Museum.
The hotel regularly hosts a bridal fair, during which participants can view the chapel and taste confections.
Guest rooms are furnished with an amenity package for children, making them fit for families.
Parking: Available. (2,000 yen per stay)
Access: A short walk from Fukuro-machi Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Naka, Naka-machi 7-20
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00
9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima is located along the Peace Boulevard, across the Heiwa Bridge from the Peace Memorial Park.
The luxurious lobby and graceful guest rooms make it the perfect getaway with someone special or a friend. The hotel also offers guests free skincare items.
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Breakfast is served at Restaurant Confrere on the 25th floor. Guests can taste meals made from Setouchi ingredients while enjoying a view of the islands and city.
Those who want to indulge should not miss the sparkling wine served at breakfast on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays.
Parking: Available. (1,500 yen per stay)
Access: 5-minute walk from Fukuro-machi Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Naka, Naka-machi 9-12
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00
10. KIRO Hiroshima
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Those who prioritize design should look at KIRO Hiroshima, listed in the hotel selection of the Michelin Guide.
The exterior and interior are designed in a chic style. The rooms are planned differently, with carefully selected furniture. Therefore, each stay will be a new experience for guests.
You can spend your time leisurely at this fashionable hotel, relaxing in the lounge or cooking in the shared kitchen.
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Breakfast is served at The Poolside, a cafe & bar renovated from an indoor pool. The menu includes various types of crepes and salads.
Parking: Not available.
Access: 6-minute walk from Haccho-bori Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Naka, Mikawa-cho 3-2
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00
11. The Knot Hiroshima
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"A studio high above the city" is the concept of The Knot Hiroshima, a stylish hotel.
This facility is where you can enjoy the latest features of Hiroshima, with craftwork, modern design, Western-style dishes made from Setouchi products, and a rooftop bar with a view of the symbol of Hiroshima.
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Guests can enjoy the works of up-and-coming artists displayed in the hotel. The rooms, decorated with elegant colors, are also furnished with custom-made lights.
MoreThan is a restaurant that can be used for various events. Their specialties are freshly sliced, dry-cured ham and pizza baked in a wood-fired oven. This stylish facility serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Parking: Available. (3,000 yen per stay)
Access: 3-minute walk from Fukuro-machi Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Naka, Ote-machi 3-1-1
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00
12. Hotel Vista Hiroshima
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Hotel Vista Hiroshima is an urban hotel near Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine.
Since the guest room's bath, toilet, and washbasin are all laid out separately, it's easier for multiple guests to get ready before heading out.
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Vista Cafe, located on the second floor, is a buffet-style restaurant serving Hiroshima cuisine, such as okonomiyaki and kaiju (navy) curry, along with local products (Chichiyasu Yogurt, Yukari, and Otafuku Sauce). The restaurant also serves Hiroshima specialties cooked on the spot.
In accordance with SDGs, guests can choose necessary amenity items in the hotel lobby.
All the rooms are furnished with a Serta Japan mattress. Certain rooms are equipped with a showerhead and microbubble tornado bath produced by Mirable.
Parking: Available. (30 cars/1,600 yen per stay)
Access: 15-minute walk from Hiroshima Station.
Address: Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Naka, Teppo-cho 6-15
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00
Look for a Hotel that Fits Your Needs
The hotels mentioned above all have their own unique appeals. Along with the cost, be sure to check the accessibility to places listed in your itinerary and what kind of facilities the hotel has to offer.
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