Shimoda

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View of city of Shimoda from the end of rope way. This is the right side of the view.
View of city of Shimoda from the end of rope way. This is the right side of the view.
Floating aquarium in Shimoda. 10 mins bus ride from station. Nemo? #blue
Something new I haven't seen before! So fanciful even under the sea!
View of city of Shimoda from the end of rope way. This is left side of the panoramic view.

Where to stay in Shimoda

下田港と犬走島

Kakisaki

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Kakisaki, you might make a stop by sights like Sotoura Beach and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

Kakisaki
Shimoda Tokyu Hotel

Shimoda Tokyu Hotel

4 out of 5
5-12-1 Shimoda Shizuoka-ken
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Shimoda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nabeta Beach and Choraku-ji Temple are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (501 reviews)
rooms are clear and staff were very friendly breakfast t buffet was so good

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

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Shimoda Tokyu Hotel
Shimoda Prince Hotel

Shimoda Prince Hotel

3 out of 5
1547-1 Shirahama Shimoda Shizuoka-ken
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Shimoda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (480 reviews)
Nice hotel with convenient transportation and good service.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

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Shimoda Prince Hotel
Hotel Izukyu

Hotel Izukyu

3.5 out of 5
2732-7 Shirahama Shimoda Shizuoka
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Shimoda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (237 reviews)
The room was spotless, the staff were so friendly and incredibly helpful. We were late for check in so they kindly laid out our futon for us so we could go straight to bed. Perfect service, thank you!

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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Garden Villa Shirahama

Garden Villa Shirahama

3 out of 5
2644-1 Shimoda Shizuoka-ken
Stay at this villa in Shimoda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Sotoura Beach are located nearby.
A hotel not to be missed.
Up a steep drive to a welcome that every traveller looks forward to. Warm, honest in a beautiful house with views over the sea to die for. This family hotel treats you like a member of the family and is there when needed but leaves you to enjoy your holiday. We even were given a lift to a local restaurant ...

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2019

Garden Villa Shirahama
Sea Shell Marine House

Sea Shell Marine House

3 out of 5
28-18 Kakisaki Shimoda Shizuoka
Stay at this vacation home in Shimoda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Gyokusen-ji Temple and Sotoura Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
ロケーションは最高でした。お部屋も広くて快適に過ごせました。

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

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New construction Allweather barbecue terrace v / Shimoda Shizuoka

New construction Allweather barbecue terrace v / Shimoda Shizuoka

Shimoda Shizuoka
Stay at this apartment in Shimoda. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Ogasaki Wing Lookout and Shirahama Shrine are located ...
The owners were extremely welcoming and went out of there way to make this place wonderful. My first time in the area and my whole family enjoyed it. It's about 3 minutes away from the nearest beach, but do not let that stop you from staying there! Great place and highly recommend anyone to ...

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2023

New construction Allweather barbecue terrace v / Shimoda Shizuoka
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Popular places to visit

Shirahama Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Shirahama Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Shimoda. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Shirahama Beach

Tadado Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Tadado Beach during your travels in Shimoda? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Tadado Beach

Sotoura Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Sotoura Beach during your travels in Shimoda? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Sotoura Beach

Shimoda Aquarium

Take the family to visit the sea life at Shimoda Aquarium during your travels in Shimoda. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Shimoda Aquarium

Tsumekizaki

Tsumekizaki is just one of the places to see in Shimoda, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Tsumekizaki

Kisami Ohama Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Kisami Ohama Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Shimoda. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Kisami Ohama Beach

Reviews of Shimoda

4.7
Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

Kevin

Very quiet town. A lot of things close early.

4/5 - Good

Marco

Shirahama Beach is outstanding; white sand beach, clean and clear water.

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Minamiizu

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Matsuzaki

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