Wakayama is one of the most underrated cities in Japan. It is Wakayama Prefecture’s capital city in Japan’s Kansai region. This city is filled with shrines, gardens, museums, temples, and castles waiting to be explored. Wakayama Castle, a restored ancient castle owned by the Kishu-Tokugawa family, is the iconic symbol of the city. Momijidani Teien Garden, popular for its stunning maple trees and green tea, is perfect for a leisurely stroll. To know more about the city’s past, visit Wakayama City Museum.
Come and visit this former castle town that is now a rich commercial city involved in fishing, agriculture, heavy industry, and electronics. You will also find a prolific selection of accommodations hosting droves of workers and visitors coming to the city. Check out our list of the best hotels to stay in Wakayama, Japan, on your next trip.
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 13, 2024.
1. Hotel Granvia Wakayama (from USD 78)
Reasonable room fees, free rooftop bar drinks, and complimentary curry rice meal
Convenient access to department store, clean and tidy interior, cozy rooftop bar
Next to Wakayama train station, inside a mall, close to town castle and local Izakaya
Nice breakfast options, free curry rice meal, and access to department store restaurants
Hotel Granvia Wakayama offers spacious Western-style guest rooms ideal for families, ladies-only groups, solo travelers, and large groups. The hotel has separate areas exclusively for men and women. The kids stay free of charge and get freebies such as toothbrushes and sponges.
There is a restaurant on-site. Guests can enjoy Japanese food and indulge in a buffet at Dining Miyu on the fifth floor. They can have a casual lunch or dinner at Password café on the first floor. They can also order the hotel’s famous cookies online for takeout.
2. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Wakayama (from USD 76)
After a day of exploring the city, you can check into this hotel that offers luxurious Western-style guest rooms. The spacious, fully carpeted guest rooms offer thick duvet-style beds for a restful sleep. The rooms are also equipped with work desks and free Wi-Fi if you need to do remote work. Before calling it a night, you can take a warm bath in your private bathtub.
You can savor delicious Japanese and American food at the on-site Senqchere restaurant. The hotel also features a chapel where you can have weddings and a banquet hall for hosting corporate events. A family mart, vending machines, and laundry facilities are available on-site.
3. Comfort Hotel Wakayama (from USD 62)
Comfort Hotel Wakayama is a 23-minute drive to Wakayama Marina City. It is near Wakayama Station and has a 45-minute bus or train ride from the airport. The guest rooms are non-smoking, stylish, simple, and of just the right size for a traveling businessman or small family. All rooms are fitted with cozy Serta beds and an HDMI-compatible TV where you can plug in your other gadgets. The universal room is a specially designed barrier-free room ideal for guests who are in wheelchairs.
The hotel has a shared lounge where guests can enjoy their welcome drinks or eat their free breakfast. Every morning a healthy breakfast buffet is served with various beverages.
4. Hotel Lascala (from USD 64)
Hotel Lascala is an eight-minute walk from Muryoko-ji Temple. It offers spacious family-sized guest rooms with European-style furnishings. Each room has unique interiors with pastel color accents. Guests can drink wine and dine in the tiny seating area or sit back and watch TV. The room has a desk and Wi-Fi for doing remote work and a private bathroom with a tub to soak away work-related stress.
Guests can have breakfast served in the room and can choose between an Asian and American menu.
5. Candeo Hotels Nankai Wakayama (from USD 60)
Candeo Hotels Nankai Wakayama is at least a three-minute drive from Wakayama City Museum. This 4-star hotel offers luxurious smoking and non-smoking guest rooms with a Western-style motif. The rooms feature panoramic windows beside raised sofas where you can recline and enjoy the water views. The deeply cushioned beds are cozy for snuggling in while watching TV.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast of Japanese and Western dishes at the 11th-floor restaurant. It’s an elegant dining area with floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of Kinokowa River. You can also take a relaxing soak in the hotel’s indoor and outdoor baths. The hotel also has separate saunas for men and women.
Candeo Hotels Nankai Wakayama
Address: Higashikuramae 3-6 Wakayamashi station Kino Wakayama
6. APA Hotel Wakayama (from USD 59)
Wakayama Prefectural Museum is at least a six-minute drive from this hotel. APA Hotel Wakayama offers cozy modern rooms where you can rest after a tour of the city. The rooms are decorated with contemporary Western-style furnishings and simple but stylish interiors. The wide-screen TV will keep you entertained while you sip warm or cold drinks.
The on-site restaurant serves a delicious breakfast for an extra cost. The hotel also offers massage services for an added fee.
7. Dormy Inn Premium Wakayama Natural Hot Spring (from USD 106)
Reasonable rates with complimentary amenities like free ramen, ice cream, and Yakult.
Fantastic onsen with indoor, outdoor, and sauna facilities. Free washing machines, massage chairs, and ice pops available. Efficient laundry service.
Conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Wakayama station, with easy access to key restaurants and attractions like Wakayama Castle.
Delicious and varied Japanese and Western buffet breakfast. Free late-night ramen, ice cream, and soba. Complimentary black coffee and probiotic drinks.
This hotel is at least a three-minute drive from JR Wakayama Station. It offers a mix of Western rooms and Japanese-styled rooms and interiors. Their spacious Western-style rooms are equipped with Serta beds and Wi-Fi. Japanese-Western style room features a Western-style bed and a Japanese tatami dining room separated by sliding doors. The universal room features a spacious bathroom with wide sliding doors to allow wheelchair access.
The hotel offers luxurious amenities like hot spring baths. The daily buffet breakfast is served in the on-site restaurant.
8. Smile Hotel Wakayama (from USD 40)
Reasonable pricing with good value for money, especially considering the stunning views of Wakayama Castle from the dining area and the overall cleanliness of the hotel.
Efficient check-in process, comfortable beds, and a cool elevator. The hotel also offers a new AC and air filter, along with a clean dining room with excellent views.
Conveniently located for sightseeing at Wakayama Castle, with easy access to Nankai train station and various restaurants nearby. Good for traveling by car and has helpful staff.
The buffet breakfast offers a good variety and stunning views of Wakayama Castle. The dining area is clean and provides a pleasant atmosphere for enjoying meals.
Cozy simple rooms await you at Smile Hotel Wakayama. It is about a 4-minute drive from Wakayama Castle and a 10-minute drive to Hinokuma Shrine. The brightly lit rooms provide a comfortable place to sleep and a writing desk for remote work. You can watch TV in your room or enjoy a luxurious tub bath in the private bathroom.
You will also enjoy eating breakfast served in the dining hall with scenic outdoor views. Additionally, you can buy drinks and snacks from vending machines on-site.
9. Wakayama Urban Hotel (from USD 69)
Wakayama Urban Hotel is a 3-star hotel with an impressive lobby with lofty ceilings and modern interiors. The guest rooms are Western-style with earth-colored interiors. Select rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows offering fantastic city views.
The rooms are cozy and equipped for working remotely and providing you with a good night’s sleep. The bigger rooms have a tiny seating area so you can eat in your room while watching TV. In select rooms, the bath and toilet are in separate areas. Enjoy a hearty breakfast and lunch served every day on-site.
10. Toyoko Inn JR Wakayama eki Higashi guchi (from USD 52)
The compact rooms of this hotel offer comfort and convenience to its guests. It is about a 10-minute drive to Koya-ji temple and a 9-minute drive to Wakayama Prefectural Museum. You will enjoy staying in the air-conditioned rooms with thick beds that look inviting for deep sleep. Each room is furnished with a desk for checking emails on your laptop using free Wi-Fi.
You can sip hot tea while enjoying the view from your windows or while watching TV. A buffet breakfast is served every day on-site. There are nearby cafes and restaurants if you’re craving other foods.
Stay cozy in Wakayama
Wakayama offers a variety of cozy hotels you can check into during your visit. Some may be compact while others are spacious and offer more amenities. Whether you are in town to relax or do remote work, these hotels provide the basic comforts you need for your stay. Book these hotels to stay in the next time you visit Wakayama.
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