Shimoda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with clear water, sandy shore, and distant hills.
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 coastal area with a lighthouse, a pier, and a small island.
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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 AU$146 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$146
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nabeta Beach and Choraku-ji Temple are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (586 reviews)
"Beautiful location!!!! From the shuttle drivers, bellmen, front desk, housekeeping, concierge, and dining staff - they were all so warm, welcoming, knowledgeable and helpful throughout or stay!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Shimoda Tokyu Hotel
Shimoda Prince Hotel

Shimoda Prince Hotel

3 out of 5
1547-1 Shirahama Shimoda Shizuoka-ken
The price is AU$161 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$161
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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 ...
Shimoda Prince Hotel
Hotel Izukyu

Hotel Izukyu

3.5 out of 5
2732-7 Shirahama Shimoda Shizuoka
The price is AU$137 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$137
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (265 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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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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
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 Gyokusen-ji Temple and Sotoura Beach are located ...
Sea Shell Marine House
Villa Shirahama

Villa Shirahama

3 out of 5
Shirahama2416-10 Shimoda Shizuoka
Stay at this apartment in Shimoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Sotoura Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
perfect fit for family and young people
"We came with our 2 kids (5,7) and spend one weekend at this place. During the time we stayed (Oct. 2016), this place was mostly booked by young Japanese people, who go there for surfing. Actually, they told us, we were the first foreign family (we are originally from Germany). We found the spot perfect ..."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2016

Villa Shirahama
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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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