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Nov 6 - Nov 8
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Nov 13 - Nov 15

Our top choices for Shimonoseki historic hotels

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful Onsen bath, friendly staff and yummy bowl of ramen compliments of the hotel. "
Australia
Steven
The price is ￥11,536
￥12,763 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki Natural Hot Spring
A SuperHotel Premier building with a modern design, featuring a prominent tower with illuminated windows and a flat facade with evenly spaced windows.

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 ￥10,557
￥11,613 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki
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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 traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a television, and sliding shoji screens.

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 ￥23,163
￥25,527 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Genpeiso
A reception desk with a dark wood finish, a marble top, and two wooden stools.

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, (284 reviews)
"the room is clean, front desk staff is very helpful; 600 yen for car parking;"
United States
chi tang
The price is ￥5,929
￥6,573 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, phone, lamp, and window with curtains.

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, (471 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice "
United States
Eric
The price is ￥8,079
￥8,957 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae
A hotel entrance with a clear sign reading "Washington Hotel Plaza".

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 ￥7,458
￥9,151 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL

SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50 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 lobby with a checkered floor, seating area, reception desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. KOKO STAY Shimonoseki

KOKO STAY Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (317 reviews)
"Clean and modern hotel near the station's shopping and restaurant area"
Japan
Gianluigi
The price is ￥5,378
￥5,969 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
KOKO STAY Shimonoseki
A person at a reception desk with a sign above reading "Smile Hotel".

10. Smile Hotel Shimonoseki

Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Reasonably priced hotel, excellent location and good breakfast"
United States
Marco
The price is ￥7,273
￥8,800 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
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, (86 reviews)
"Fast and easy with wonderful assistance from the front desk team "
Australia
Andrew
The price is ￥9,709
￥10,745 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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 ￥8,438
￥9,365 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
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 ￥31,253
￥34,809 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Sumire
A bedroom with two beds, a large window, and a view of the sea.

14. 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 4 - Nov 5
VILLA MIKURI TSUNOSHIMA
A traditional Japanese house with a tiled roof, a wooden facade, and a small porch.

15. Goodies Ella

Goodies Ella
3.0 star property
Shimonoseki
The price is ￥5,942
￥6,633 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Goodies Ella
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.
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Top Shimonoseki Hotel Reviews

Smile Hotel Shimonoseki

Smile Hotel Shimonoseki

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was very spacious and comfortable, and we really enjoyed it. However, the bathroom floor felt a little unstable, so I think that is something that should be repaired."
Todd 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
KOKO STAY Shimonoseki

KOKO STAY Shimonoseki

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed 2 nights. No complaints i’m a simple man."
Joseph 2-night trip
Posted 10 months ago
KOKO STAY Shimonoseki

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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