Okaido Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Okaido attractions

Matsuyama Castle Ropeway

8.8/10 (123 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Matsuyama with a stop at Matsuyama Castle Ropeway. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
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Activities

Langkawi Mangrove River Safari & Cave Discovery Tour & Lunch

Langkawi Mangrove River Safari & Cave Discovery Tour & Lunch

NZ$193
per adult
Langkawi Mangrove River Safari & Cave Discovery Tour & Lunch
Ehime: Dogo Onsen Culture Walk—Bathhouse, Shrine & Food

Ehime: Dogo Onsen Culture Walk—Bathhouse, Shrine & Food

NZ$187
per adult
Ehime: Dogo Onsen Culture Walk—Bathhouse, Shrine & Food
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Our pick of the best Okaido Hotel Deals

Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring

3 out of 5
2 Chome-6-5 Okaido Matsuyama Ehime
The price is NZ$132 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$132
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Onsen was perfect and the breakfast at the hotel was 5 star. All kinds of things to try!!"

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring
Hotel MyStays Matsuyama

Hotel MyStays Matsuyama

4 out of 5
1-10-10 Otemachi Matsuyama Ehime-ken
The price is NZ$56 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$56
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Non smoking room smelled like cigarettes, floor was filthy and stained, bathroom was outdated and not comfortable. We will never rent here again."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Hotel MyStays Matsuyama
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama

3.5 out of 5
Ichibanchou 2-6-5 Matsuyama Ehime
The price is NZ$103 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$103
12 July - 13 July
Stay at this hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"2nd visit, lovely place"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido

Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido

4 out of 5
2 Chome-5-12 Okaido Matsuyama Ehime-ken
The price is NZ$121 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$121
20 July - 21 July
Stay at this hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido
Hotel Patio Dogo

Hotel Patio Dogo

3 out of 5
20-12 Dogoyunomachi Matsuyama Ehime-ken
The price is NZ$101 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$101
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic location right next to Dogo Onsen, Plenty of shops and food options around, clean and safe location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. It's a small hotel, but it is great."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Hotel Patio Dogo
Smile Hotel Matsuyama

Smile Hotel Matsuyama

3 out of 5
Katsuyamacho 1-18-1 Matsuyama Ehime
The price is NZ$48 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$48
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Dogo Onsen and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace ...
8.4/10 Very good! (245 reviews)
"Clean, quick check in, big enough rooms and good breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 2 June 2026

Smile Hotel Matsuyama
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Our guide on where to stay in Okaido

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Dogo Hot Spring

Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Dogo Hot Spring is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Shiki Memorial Museum and Botchan Karakuri Clock, and jump on the metro at Dogo Onsen Tram Stop to get around the city.

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Photo by 🌸 Jun Takechi 🌸
Open Photo by 🌸 Jun Takechi 🌸

Ichibancho

If you're spending some time in Ichibancho, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.

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Sanbancho

Sanbancho is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Matsuyama Castle Ropeway if you have time to explore the area.

Miyatamachi

Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, but Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Dogomachi

While you're in Dogomachi, take in top sights like Dogo Park and jump on the metro at Dogo Onsen Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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