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A hot spring area with stone flooring, wooden benches, and a view of mountains.

1. Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki Natural Hot Spring
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Close to Shimonoseki Station and Port. Great bathhouse for relaxing after a long day."
United States
Michael Kee
The price is ￥11,781
￥13,008 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki Natural Hot Spring
A spa area with a hot tub, tiled walls, and a view of greenery through a window.

2. Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki

Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"This is a fantastic hotel. Great front desk staff, great onsen, and a really good location right by Kumamoto station. From here you can catch the tram into the city centre."
Canada
Matthew
The price is ￥10,449
￥11,805 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki
Infinity pool

3. Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki

Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。快適で再訪したいと思います。"
Japan
Takata
The price is ￥33,091
￥36,727 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki
A sauna with a wet floor, benches, and a window with a view of trees.

4. Genpeiso

Genpeiso
2.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (47 reviews)
"静かで居心地よく過ごせました。 ビールとソフトクリームの無料サービスがありがたかったです。"
Japan
MASAKO
The price is ￥23,400
￥25,764 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Genpeiso
A modern indoor space with a large reflective wall, a metal staircase, and a tiled floor.

5. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (285 reviews)
"the room is clean, front desk staff is very helpful; 600 yen for car parking;"
United States
chi tang
The price is ￥5,993
￥6,637 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI
A modern restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows providing natural light.

6. Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae

Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (472 reviews)
"Can’t beat the price and onigiri breakfast was great!"
United States
Kristi
The price is ￥8,255
￥9,133 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, two elevators, and a clean, tiled floor.

7. Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza

Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (456 reviews)
"The hotel staff are very friendly and attended to things promptly and professionally"
Singapore
Han Heng
The price is ￥7,544
￥9,237 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza
A hotel entrance with a sign for Koko Stay, a staircase, and a map indicating the location of the hotel within the building.

8. KOKO STAY Shimonoseki

KOKO STAY Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (320 reviews)
"Clean and modern hotel near the station's shopping and restaurant area"
Japan
Gianluigi
The price is ￥5,437
￥6,028 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
KOKO STAY Shimonoseki
A man in a suit with a name tag at a reception desk, indicating a professional setting, likely a hotel or office.

9. Smile Hotel Shimonoseki

Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Reasonably priced hotel, excellent location and good breakfast"
United States
Marco
The price is ￥6,942
￥8,399 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

10. SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL

SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (51 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and very helpful. The a/c worked fine, and the room was very clean and comfortable."
United States
Eugene
The price is ￥8,256
￥9,205 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL
A modern building with a glass facade and a staircase leading to the entrance.

11. Skyheart Hotel Shimonoseki

Skyheart Hotel Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
7.8 out of 10, Good, (87 reviews)
"Fast and easy with wonderful assistance from the front desk team "
Australia
Andrew
The price is ￥9,819
￥10,855 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Skyheart Hotel Shimonoseki
A modern building with large glass windows, a sign for a business, and a blue directional sign on the corner.

12. Prince Hotel Shimonoseki

Prince Hotel Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
7.8 out of 10, Good, (151 reviews)
"close to the train station, clean business hotel"
Japan
Gianluigi
The price is ￥7,901
￥8,801 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Prince Hotel Shimonoseki
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and sliding doors.

13. Hotel Sumire

Hotel Sumire
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
The price is ￥31,341
￥34,908 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hotel Sumire
A room with tatami mats, a low table, and chairs. It features a large window with a view of a beach, palm trees, and a bridge.

14. Hotel Nishi-Nagato Resort

Hotel Nishi-Nagato Resort
4.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (116 reviews)
"Everything is great... lovely people "
United Kingdom
Eoin
The price is ￥17,773
￥19,983 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Hotel Nishi-Nagato Resort
A bedroom with two beds, a large window, and a view of the sea.

15. VILLA MIKURI TSUNOSHIMA

VILLA MIKURI TSUNOSHIMA
3.5 star property
Shimonoseki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"わんこ連れて２回目の宿泊です。コンテナとは思えないほど室内は整備されています。わんこと泊まれるコンテナは山側で、部屋からは海が見えませんが、朝夕のお散歩で景色を堪能しました。スタッフの方は話しかけやすく、対応も良かったです！また利用したいと思います。"
Japan
AKIKO
The price is ￥16,200
￥17,820 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
VILLA MIKURI TSUNOSHIMA
A traditional Japanese house with a tiled roof, a wooden facade, and a small porch.

16. Goodies Ella

Goodies Ella
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
The price is ￥6,287
￥6,978 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Goodies Ella
A modern outdoor patio with a round table and four chairs, a small green plant, and a view into a room with a large window.

17. Kawatana Grand Hotel Otafuku

Kawatana Grand Hotel Otafuku
2.0 star property
Shimonoseki
The price is ￥23,461
￥26,428 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Kawatana Grand Hotel Otafuku
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Top Shimonoseki Hotel Reviews

Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki Natural Hot Spring

10/10 Excellent
"DORMY Inns are always a welcomed surprise! All the treats and amenities are wonderful! Such a delight!"
Brenda 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki Natural Hot Spring

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Shimonoseki?
A visit to the historical sites in Shimonoseki is likely on top of your sightseeing list. You can also discover all there is to see and do including the temples and hot springs
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Shimonoseki?
Shimonoseki is home to 40 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Shimonoseki?
Landmarks like Tsunoshima Lighthouse Park and Chofu Mori Residence in Shimonoseki might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Shimonoseki City Art Museum, Chofu Museum, and Kinuyo Tanaka Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Tsunoshima Bridge and Sea Mall Shimonoseki.
What is a historic hotel like in Shimonoseki?
Guests who choose historic hotels have the opportunity to stay in a place that's been recognized with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of palaces, castles, stately homes or even lodges, pubs, or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Shimonoseki typically retain original elements like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
The two are similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasize the physical building and architecture. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Shimonoseki have modern facilities?
Yes. Every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Guests can expect the amenities from a contemporary hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. In Shimonoseki, booking a historic hotel doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's rundown.

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