Shimoda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Nature landscape in Izu Japan
A coastal rock formation with a natural arch over a sandy beach.
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, waves crashing onto the shore, and a red torii gate on a rock formation.
A coastal town with a harbor, surrounded by mountains, at sunset.
A coastal town with a river, boats, and mountains in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Shimoda

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A traditional Japanese pagoda with a red and white color scheme, a tiled roof, and a stone lantern in front.

Kakisaki

While visiting Kakisaki, you might make a stop by sights like Sotoura Beach and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

Shimoda Tokyu Hotel

Shimoda Tokyu Hotel

4 out of 5
5-12-1 Shimoda Shizuoka-ken
The price is NZ$263 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$263
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Nabeta Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (561 reviews)
"Gorgeous setting Helpful staff"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Shimoda Tokyu Hotel
Shimoda Prince Hotel

Shimoda Prince Hotel

3 out of 5
1547-1 Shirahama Shimoda Shizuoka-ken
The price is NZ$230 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$230
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (556 reviews)
"For the price, it was very disappointing and otherwise poorly maintained. The pool is tiny, forget about it. The bath is old and basic for a Japanese bath. The hotel is old and shows its age, probably hard to keep clean but they should try harder to make it more presentable or tear it down and start ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Shimoda Prince Hotel
Hotel Izukyu

Hotel Izukyu

3.5 out of 5
2732-7 Shirahama Shimoda Shizuoka
The price is NZ$168 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$168
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Stay at this beach hotel in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (260 reviews)
"Easy shuttle bus to and from Shimoda train station. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean spacious room. Clean swimming pool and onsen area. Easy access to the beach and 7 Eleven nearby."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Hotel Izukyu
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Sea Shell Marine House

Sea Shell Marine House

3 out of 5
28-18 Kakisaki Shimoda Shizuoka
Stay at this holiday home in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Gyokusen-ji Temple are located ...
Sea Shell Marine House
Garden Villa Shirahama

Garden Villa Shirahama

3 out of 5
2644-1 Shimoda Shizuoka-ken
Stay at this villa in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Sotoura Beach are located nearby.
Garden Villa Shirahama
Old House / Shimoda Shizuoka

Old House / Shimoda Shizuoka

Shimoda Shizuoka
Stay at this holiday home in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and air conditioning. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Kawazu-Nanadaru ...
Old House / Shimoda Shizuoka
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Stay near popular Shimoda attractions

Shirahama Beach

9.2/10 (61 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Shirahama Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Shimoda. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Cities near Shimoda

A cherry blossom tree in full bloom on a hillside with a clear blue sky.

Kawazu

A river with pink cherry blossoms, a bridge, and buildings in the background.

Minamiizu

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a mountain.

Matsuzaki

A beach with a fallen tree trunk and waves crashing onto the shore.
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Kisami

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