Hotel Lighthouse
7.2
Very Good(86 reviews)
13-1120 Gochome, Shimoda, Shizuoka 415-0025, Japan
+81 558-25-5557
+5
Hotel Description
Hotel Lighthouse is a serene and welcoming destination nestled among lush trees with a stunning view of Oura Bay. Situated at 13-1120 Gochome, Shimoda, Shizuoka 415-0025, Japan, this low-key hot spring hotel boasts a vibrant exterior that captures the essence of comfort and relaxation. The hotel’s prime location offers easy access to popular attractions, being only 1 km from the Shimoda Underwater Aquarium and 2 km from Izukyū-Shimoda train station. Guests will enjoy a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, with nearby beaches and scenic landscapes adding to the hotel’s charm. The hotel's design embodies a balance of modern amenities with traditional Japanese influences, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests. The rooms at Hotel Lighthouse are simple yet colorful, featuring comfortable sitting areas, TVs, and minifridges. Some rooms are designed with tatami floors, futons, and traditional short-legged tables for a unique cultural experience. Upgraded rooms offer stunning views of the bay, along with private terraces that come equipped with hot spring baths for a luxurious touch. The hotel prides itself on its facilities, including a restaurant that serves delectable meals, a BBQ area for outdoor dining, and both open-air and indoor bathhouses that offer soothing hot spring water in tranquil cave-like settings. There’s ample parking available for guests, and breakfast options are also provided for a delightful start to the day. In addition, the hotel is pet-free, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the property to keep you connected. The nearby public transport options, including the Izukyū-Shimoda station, are easily accessible with taxi or walking routes available for your convenience. With a focus on guest safety, Hotel Lighthouse ensures that the health and well-being of its visitors remain a top priority. The surrounding area is full of outdoor activities and attractions that cater to a variety of interests. Popular destinations like Shirahama Beach, Tatadohama Beach, and Kisami Ohama Beach offer opportunities for surfing, swimming, and scenic strolls. The Shimoda Floating Aquarium provides an engaging experience with dolphin shows and penguin feeding, while the nearby restaurants offer a range of local dining options, from seafood to izakaya and tonkatsu. Notable eateries like Naminami, 土佐屋 SOULBAR TOSAYA, and 磯料理ゑび満 are within a short taxi ride, serving fresh seafood and other local delights. Hotel Lighthouse offers a tranquil, comfortable escape with easy access to both nature and local attractions. Whether you're here to relax in the hot springs, explore the beaches, or enjoy the authentic dining experiences, this charming hotel promises a memorable stay with a welcoming atmosphere.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. 7 min walk to Nabetahama Beach
2. One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
3. Simple rooms with tatami floors and traditional short-legged tables
4. Upgraded rooms with bay views and private hot spring baths
5. Open-air and indoor hot spring bathhouses, some in caves
6. Convenient access to Shimoda Underwater Aquarium and Izukyū-Shimoda Station
7. Nearby attractions include Shirahama Beach, Shimoda Floating Aquarium, and Tatadohama Beach
8. Breakfast and parking available for guests
9. Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the hotel
10. Close to local restaurants serving seafood, tonkatsu, and izakaya dishes
9.4 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
Shirahama beach
12 min
Shimoda Floating Aquarium15 min
Tatadohama beach6 min
Irita Beach7 min
Kisami Ohama beach9 min
Nearest locations
Nabura
2 min
Page One2 min
「ma Sheru Mail Bansho」 Restaurant2 min
土佐屋 SOULBAR TOSAYA3 min
磯料理ゑび満3 min
Akatsukitei3 min
Naminami4 min
Nankintei4 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 16:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Location rating | 9.4 |
| Nearest airport | Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 2 hr 44 min |
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Location
13-1120 Gochome, Shimoda, Shizuoka 415-0025, Japan
Airports:
Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport
Taxi: 2 hr 44 min
Transit: 4 hr 24 min
Transit:
下田開国博物館（バス）
Walking: 11 min
鍋田口（バス）
Walking: 12 min
大浦口（バス）
Walking: 9 min
Shimodaminami Bus Stop
Walking: 9 min
Izukyū-Shimoda
Taxi: 7 min
Walking: 24 min
Nearby locations
9.4
Exceptional Location
Set among trees and overlooking Oura Bay, this low-key hot spring hotel with a bright exterior is 1 km from the Shimoda Underwater Aquarium and 2 km from Izukyū-Shimoda train station.
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Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Parking & transportation
Parking
Food & drink
Restaurant
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
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柳尾武俊
4/5
First of all, the surrounding atmosphere was nice. I came by taxi, but it felt like I was in the mountains. A little when I arrivedIt looked like there were white chairs and tables scattered around the garden. Most of the tables were turned upside down, but it was actually good. The room isThe stairs that were placed on the second floor❗️The hallway was covered with fallen leaves outside. I'm glad it was natural. The room was small. But I think it's okay since I just want to sleep. in the cityDon't imagine a hotel. The host is a very nice person.He looked quite old. The food was prepared on the stove and grilled. They said it would be just us today. The sashimi was fresh and delicious. I received the service. And the huge spiny lobster was the best. There were no other guests, so I took a bath in the cave without any hesitation. I was worried because there were so many bad posts, but it turned out to be an unnecessary worry. After all, you won't know until you see it with your own eyes.
Marco Scifoni
4/5
The hotel concept is interesting and very well located.The dinner is nothing short of spectacular, both in quantity and freshness.We stayed in one of the 3 detaches rooms with included open air bath (露天風呂), which was quite a feat.However the staff is a bit peculiar (two elderly men taking turns, not your usual japanese young concierge) and with the reduced tourism the location is suffering from reduced cleaning and care.Rooms could be dusted a little better and especially the dining room is poorly ventilated: grilling seafood indoors regularly gave it a distinct smell and overall “oiliness” feeling, which could be not to everyone’s tastes.Overall a good experience, if the maintenance is stepped up definitely will be one of the top places around Shimoda.
u n
1/5
I don't usually write reviews, but this was really bad... I don't want to give even 1 star.If you are considering it, you should choose another hotel! ! It's at a level where I don't want to stay even if it's free!First, we stayed for Obon and it cost 21,000 yen per person per night.For this amount of money, the room smelled of mold and toilet, and I opened the window of the room to ventilate it, but it was no use.The floor of the room was carpeted and full of stains.The slippers were cloth slippers and looked old and smelled very bad. Shoes were strictly prohibited, but I was wearing shoes.This is the first time in my life that I have been in such a smelly and dirty room.Dinner also includes spiny lobster and turban shells, which may seem luxurious, but they are simply grilled.The only seasonings are salt, pepper, soy sauce, and yakiniku sauce.The serving plate is a paper plate. Lemon sour is 600 yen in a strong can. The cup will come with it.Bottled beer costs 800 yen, so I regret that I should have just drank bottled beer.Also, the door to the dining room was left open, but there was probably no ventilation fan, so there was a lot of smoke. Of course, your clothes will smell like smoke.The bath in the room was a small unit bath, so I used a private bath, but it was full of insects.The good thing is that it's empty even during Obon.
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oyakata b
1/5
The facilities are in disrepair, the money and fun are halved, the cave bath is dirty and there are insects, the dinner is Ise lobster but it's just BBQ style, and above all, the room is decorated like a Showa karaoke …
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iyamanp ゐ
1/5
-The entrance to the facility is difficult to find. ||・The dining room is filled with barbecue smoke. ||・The cashier-like area of the restaurant is the front desk. …
ゐやまんiyamanp
1/5
-The entrance to the facility is difficult to find.-The dining room is filled with barbecue smoke.・The cashier-like area of the restaurant is the front desk.・Even when the explanation of the room is given, it is difficult to understand.・I arrived at 6pm, but was told that my meal would be served immediately.・Meals are basically just cut items and are not cooked at all.・It has spiny lobster and looks luxurious at first glance, but it's difficult to understand how to cook it and it's not very tasty.・Perhaps because the room was full of smoke, the door was left open and it was cold.・The room is of the type that can be entered directly from the outside.-The doorknob was shaky.・The toilet does not have a toilet seat warmer or a shower toilet.-The TV in the room is small and cheap and takes a long time to display.・There are three baths, but one of them cannot be used.・The bath is open until 10pm. I can't enter in the morning.・Bathrooms are basically available on a first-come, first-served basis.・The structure of a cave bath is unusual and might be fun.・There is a spider web at the entrance to this bath.・There are stairs inside, so if you fall, you might get hurt.・The shower next to the bath did not have hot water until the end.・Breakfast is placed in a basket and left in front of the room, but the contents are smaller than those at a convenience store.
宮本潤
2/5
I booked a stay in Izu because I wanted to take a hot spring bath.My companion has allergies, so I tried to call him, but he couldn't get through. I changed the date and called many times, but in the end I couldn't get through, so I was confused...The cave bath was quaint and got me excited, but the water was lukewarm, so I warmed up in the shower and went outside.Although it is not a hot spring, there is a bathing fee of 300 yen.The room has been renovated, but the bed is hard.There is an open-air bath in the room, but you have to clean it and fill it with hot water yourself.The hot water stops after about 1/3 of the time, so you may need to refill it several times.For dinner, the barbeque of spiny lobster is exciting, but ends up getting burnt.There's no food either.Don't ask for services.The owner and CEO don't really understand what he's talking about.The price is 37,700 yen for two people.I think people who like glamping can get away with it, but if you don't, I don't recommend it.If you are considering staying here, we recommend you reconsider.
matu kj
2/5
There are many negative reviews here and thereThis is probably due to the large discrepancy between the price and the actual service.I stayed at an annex that had a good reputation.It's probably better than the main building, but it's old and the quality of cleaning, beds, and amenities are low.It is run by a few elderly men, and they seem to be doing their best to provide service. They probably don't mean any harm, but that's also the most disappointing thing (the quality can't and can't be improved any further).Negative reviews are probably written because it's not worth the price.Rather than staying here at this price, if you make a same-day reservation and stay at Tokyu Shimoda, you will definitely be able to find a cleaner, more comfortable accommodation at a cheaper price than here.