Independent in Onomichi from AU$70

"I would highly recommend anyone doing the shimanami kaido to stay here! It does make for a longer second day to complete the bike ride as it’s before the official halfway point but the hotel it self it absolutely stunning with the onsen we throughly enjoyed everything about this hotel."

"Great for starting Shimanami Kaido cycle. Even had bike racks in the foyer."

"Just the most incredible experience we've ever had in a hotel. So much more that just a hotel, it's a whole Japanese luxury experience. Every member of staff was just incredible - friendly, efficient and really made the experience from the moment we stepped off the dock on the island because they met us there. The rooms are stunning - the pictures don't do them justice. The gardens are beautiful throughout the hotel - they feel very traditionally Japanese. The bathhouse is also stunning, I would recommend trying it even if you never have before! The dinner was incredible, their chef is extremely talented. The breakfast is perfect, a very traditional Japanese breakfast or a choice of a very good western breakfast if you don't fancy it. They managed to book us everything we wanted to do, from hiring bikes to organising a SUP tour. The island itself is so relaxing, a very different pace to busy Japanese cities. And the scenery around the islands is like nothing else, completely stunning. This was the hotel we planned our honeymoon around and I am so glad we did. "

"Really nice apartment in Onomichi. We stayed as a group of 4 and fit comfortably. It's close to the main station and town centre and only a quick bus ride from Shin Onomichi if you are catching the Shinkansen. Hosts were easy to communicate with and responded quickly. Air con in all rooms was very welcomed in the summer heat. There is no lift though and a slightly narrower staircase so if you are bringing larger luggage it's a little trickier to get to the 3rd floor! Would absolutely recommend staying here and hope we can again in the future."

"Fan in unit did nothing, temperature was too warm to be comfortable. Usual snore-a-thon on the men’s side. They could have spaced guests out better rather than concentrating in same area. Ran out of towels by 8:00 am "

"The view was amazing, staff was great. We really wnjoyed the lou ge for guests and also used the laundry area. Room had everything we needed and more. Definetely recommend this location. "

"Hotel with extraordinary view on the city and landscape. Spacious room, great coffeebar, excellent food. Very helpful, friendly staff. "

"It’s really great, nice and gentle people, nice view, very convenient for people who like bikes and sea! "

"Friendly staff, tasty breakfast, unique modern style, clean bedroom and a comfortable bed. We couldn't ask for more for! We had a great night's rest before cycling the shiminami kaido, and the starting point is walking distance from lemonsea. Look forward to coming back!"