Shizuoka Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Shizuoka

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A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall, a wooden bridge, and a calm river.

Aoi Ward

Travellers like the mountain views in Aoi Ward, and Oi River is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A beach with waves, a mountain, and a clear sky.

Shimizu Ward

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Shimizu Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Miho Beach or S-Pulse Dream Plaza.

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing onto the beach.
Photo by Kosugi Taichirou
Open Photo by Kosugi Taichirou

Suruga Ward

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Suruga Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Shizuoka City Serizawa Keisuke Art Museum or Mochimune Fishing Port.

Hotel Associa Shizuoka

Hotel Associa Shizuoka

4 out of 5
56 Kurogane-cho, Aoi-ku Shizuoka Shizuoka-ken
The price is NZ$112 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$112
12 July - 13 July
Stay at this hotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,076 reviews)
"만족그러운 호텔"

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Hotel Associa Shizuoka
Apa Hotel Shizuoka Ekikita

Apa Hotel Shizuoka Ekikita

3 out of 5
Aoi ku, showa cho 4-5 Shizuoka Shizuoka
The price is NZ$88 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$88
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (666 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean , room was more spacious than the photos. Staff always helpful and knowledgeable. Location of the hotel was convenient for walking around the city. Hotel offers onsite self service laundry which is absolutely helpful when traveling!!"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Apa Hotel Shizuoka Ekikita
KOKO HOTEL Shizuoka

KOKO HOTEL Shizuoka

3 out of 5
11-1 Shichikencho, Aoi Ward Shizuoka Shizuoka
The price is NZ$54 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$54
20 July - 21 July
Stay at this hotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ipponmatsu Park and Aoba Symbol Road are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (382 reviews)
"I like the service ,but the carpet inside the room is not clean enough.So much hair."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

KOKO HOTEL Shizuoka
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Nihon Iro

Nihon Iro

3 out of 5
1F HUTPARK Mochimune Shizuoka Shizuoka
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mochimune Fishing Port and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Living in a whole house. Huge space for visitors Traditional Japanese pajamas is provided. Nice to experience traditional Japanese living. Great breakfast! Its workers come to your house and make breakfast in front of you. Never imagine in past. Free hot spring close by. Friendly employees Quiet ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Nihon Iro
'Ulalena

'Ulalena

4.5 out of 5
2729 Miho Shimizu Ward Shizuoka Shizuoka
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tokai University Marine Science Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Great staff, great food, great location, exceptionally spaciousand wonderful"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

'Ulalena
Machidori 456 Entire building for rent A 50yearold Japanese modern style traditional house in / Shizuoka Shizuoka

Machidori 456 Entire building for rent A 50yearold Japanese modern style traditional house in / Shizuoka Shizuoka

Shizuoka Shizuoka
Stay at this holiday home in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Popular attractions The Shida House and Old Igarashi Dental Clinic are located ...
Machidori 456 Entire building for rent A 50yearold Japanese modern style traditional house in / Shizuoka Shizuoka
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Stay near popular Shizuoka attractions

Sunpu Castle

9.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Shizuoka when you stop by Sunpu Castle. Wander the gardens and parks while you're in the area.
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Activities

Fuji City: Mt. Fuji E-Bike & Green Tea Master Tour

Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City

NZ$213
per adult
Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City
Short Tour to View Mt. Fuji from Various Angles from Shimizu Port

Short Tour to View Mt. Fuji from Various Angles from Shimizu Port

NZ$213
per adult
Short Tour to View Mt. Fuji from Various Angles from Shimizu Port
Fuji City: Mt. Fuji E-Bike & Green Tea Master Tour

Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City

NZ$213
per adult
Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City
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Cities near Shizuoka

A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and a clear sky.

Nishiizu

A traditional pavilion with a tiled roof, situated on a grassy hill overlooking a cityscape.
Photo by さかおり (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)

Minami-Alps

Terraced tea plantations on a hillside with a van in the background.

Fujieda

A waterfall cascading into a pool surrounded by rocky terrain and greenery.

Fujinomiya

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