About a four-hour JR express ride from Nagoya, Shingu is the ancestral home of the Kumano faith, grounded in the worship of nature such as mountains, trees and waterfalls. Visitors can go on the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage to the three shrines or Kumano Sanzan. Start at the Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine in Shingu and see the venerable Nagi no Ki tree, reputed to be 800 years old. Then, proceed up the stone stairs to Kamikura Shrine and view where the Kumano gods arrived before visiting the Asuka Jinja Shrine. On October 16, the city celebrates the Kumano Taisha Boat Festival on the Shingu River. Visitors can see the ceremonial boats circle Mifunejima Island before a prayer ceremony at the Hayatama Taisha Shrine.
If you are planning a trip here, choose suitable accommodations. Read on to find the top hotels in Shingu, Japan.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Hotel New Palace (from USD 100)
Reasonable pricing for spacious rooms and complimentary amenities.
Efficient front desk, clean rooms, complimentary Yukata, slippers, and massage chairs. Onsen and hot bath area available.
Convenient location near transport, dining, and cafes. Ideal for exploring Shingu.
Generous buffet breakfast, surrounded by eateries. Complimentary Yukata and slippers, soaps, and other amenities.
Located 450 m (1,476.38 ft) or a three-minute walk from Shingu Station, this hotel has well-appointed rooms for pleasant stays. While here, you can access the free Wi-Fi to check schedules and opening hours for nearby attractions. The hotel has a public bath for relaxing soaks, open from 4.30pm to 11.30pm.
Enjoy the breakfast buffet to fuel up for the day of adventures. Breakfast is available from 6.30am to 9am every morning.
2. Gran Hotel (from USD 43)
This hotel features compact and simple guest rooms. It is about 1.6 km (0.99 mi) from Shingu Station or a 15-minute walk. Guests can choose from a pillow menu for a customised repose. The hotel has a menu of complimentary services, which include Wi-Fi, bicycle rental, vehicle parking and laundry.
Smoking rooms are available for guests who’d like to light up indoors. The accommodation is within walking distance of supermarkets, restaurants and cafés.
3. Shingu UI Hotel (from USD 73)
A manageable 600 m (1,968.50 ft) from Shingu Station, this hotel offers rooms with en-suite bathrooms so guests can relax in privacy. The in-room Wi-Fi will help you stay in touch with loved ones in privacy and comfort. This establishment offers smoking and non-smoking rooms, so smokers can enjoy the convenience of lighting up indoors.
Remember to make a reservation for dinner at the hotel restaurant to savour kaiseki cuisine and elegant French culinary delights.
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4. Fairfield by Marriott Mie Mihama (from USD 84)
Located in Mie Prefecture, this hotel is on Hamakaido, the coastal roadway to Kumano Kodo. You can look forward to beautifully appointed rooms for an amiable stay. You can help yourself to complimentary coffee, tea and water in the self-serviced kitchen near the lobby. There are also laundry facilities on site for keeping clothes fresh and clean.
Those arriving with vehicles can enjoy complimentary parking here. This hotel is 11.3 km (7.02 mi) from the Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine.
5. Business Hotel Miharashitei (from USD 44)
This Kumano property has on-site public baths for guests to relax from exhaustive journeys. The baths are in the basement storey and open from 4pm to 11pm and 6.30am to 9am. You can keep clothes smelling and looking fresh at the courtesy self-service laundry facilities.
You can sample local cuisine with the set dinner at the hotel restaurant. Remember to make reservations by 4pm to enjoy the restaurant. Japanese-styled breakfasts are also available to help fuel your explorations. The hotel is 22.8 km (14.17 mi) from Shingu Station.
6. Hotel Nami (from USD 50)
About 24.8 km (15.41 mi) from Shingu Station, this property is a quick walk to Odomari Beach. Guests can enjoy soaking in the public bath within the hotel and admire the lovely sea view. The rooms have simple furnishings with no frills. The hotel offers breakfast buffets and set dinners to ensure guests are nourished. Moreover, the hotel offers facilities for guests with special needs.
Parking and Wi-Fi are complimentary for guests’ convenience.
7. Kyukamura Nanki-Katsuura (from USD 130)
About 11.7 km (7.27 mi) from the Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine, this hotel has four types of onsens for guests to soak in the mineral-rich water while relishing views of the Pacific Ocean. The hot springs can help alleviate muscle pain, fatigue and skin conditions while promoting wellness. Afterwards, you can retreat to your superbly appointed room to admire the ocean view before a sumptuous kaiseki dinner at the restaurant to taste the best local produce.
During the day, you can explore the area on a walking trail.
8. Katsuura Seaside Hotel (from USD 32)
This homey property in Nachikatsuura has air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms for a comfortable stay. In-room amenities include bathroom essentials. Guests have access to free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking for a hassle-free stay. Daily housekeeping and a 24-hour front desk ensure you have a pleasant stay here. Moreover, guests can avail of extra beds for little ones.
Nachikatsuura is 16.4 km (10.19 mi) from the Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine.
Katsuura Seaside Hotel
Address: Hamanomiya 862-20, Nachikatsuura, Nachikatsuura, Japan, 649-5314
9. Hotel Viora (from USD 58)
Located in Owase City in Mie Prefecture, this hotel has western-style and modern Japanese-style rooms for guests to select from. Western-style rooms come with Simmons mattresses for a good night’s sleep. Guest rooms have en-suite bathrooms for privacy and convenience. You can relish the breakfast buffet at the hotel’s restaurant, which features local specialities such as locally caught fresh bonito, dried fish and seabream rice.
Owase is approximately 47.6 km (29.58 mi) from the Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine in Shingu.
10. Ooedo-Onsen Monogatari Nanki Kushimoto (from USD 101)
This Kushimoto property is approximately 700 m (2,296.59 ft) from Hashigui Beach. All the guest rooms boast ocean views. If you’re arriving in your vehicle, this hotel has complimentary parking. High-speed Wi-Fi is available in public areas for you to check emails.
The outdoor onsen has ocean views for guests to enjoy during the day and night. The indoor bath is relaxing and soothing for tired muscles. Kushimoto is 41.9 km (26.04 mi) from the Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine.
Visit Shingu and experience tradition
Experience the Kumano faith and visit Shingu’s Kumano shrines. Shingu is proud of its natural bounty from the surrounding ocean and farmland. You can taste the region’s celebrated cuisine when staying in one of the top hotels in Shingu, Japan.
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