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  • 4.7 Average rating

    Wakayama stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

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    Wakayama’s top spots, include Wakayama Station, Kishi Station, and Wakayamashi Station

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Home in Wakayama
5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Sea breeze · Spring / Detached house / Maximum 8 guests

Listen to the wind by the sea, follow the light into the border - "Sea Wind · Spring" B&B Outside the city, where time is slow, "Umi no Kaze · Spring" B&B offers you a place to immerse yourself in Japanese style and culture. 🏮 Historic landscapes, just steps away • Adjacent to the ancient Temman-gu and Dongchang-gu palaces, you can walk to them and feel the tranquility and solemnity. • Go out to see the turquoise sea and golden sand. This is an exclusive sunset viewing platform where you can enjoy the grand ceremony of the sun sinking into the sea every day. 🎐 Pure Japanese style, simple and elegant The B&B fully presents the aesthetics of Japanese living: hanging red paper umbrellas, fragrant tatami, tea rooms with flowing light and shadow, ink paintings, kimonos and various Zen accessories.Outside the window is a real Japanese-style courtyard, with stone paths, greenery, and light and shadow intertwining. You can listen to the wind and drink tea under the porch, and feel the four seasons. 🛏️ Comfortable homes, shared moments • Four simple and elegant Japanese-style bedrooms for a peaceful and deep sleep. • The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub to wash away fatigue. • Fully equipped kitchen to cook local seafood and experience the hustle and bustle of Japanese life. 🌅 Immersive experience, a day of slow time Go to the shrine in the morning to ask for an omamori; read and drink tea in your own courtyard in the afternoon; stroll along the beach in the evening to enjoy the sunset; and talk to relatives and friends under the warm light of paper umbrellas at night. "Sea Breeze · Spring" is not just a night's stay, but an in-depth experience that connects nature and culture.Waiting for you to come here and collect a day with sea breeze, gods, sunset and courtyard breeze. Sleep on the shore of culture, sleep by the sound of the waves.Your Japanese story begins here.

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An open living space features a wooden dining table surrounded by six chairs, with a woven bowl positioned centrally. In the background, a cozy reading area is adorned with bookshelves filled with various books. A soft area rug cushions the floor by a low seating arrangement.
Apartment in Kainan
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews

Easy access to Kansai International Airport, Shirahama, and Kumano Located about a five-minute walk from JR Kainan Station. A guest house where you can travel like a local.

This guesthouse is located in Kainan City, about a 45-minute drive from Kansai International Airport and about a five-minute walk from JR Kainan Station. This is a guesthouse where you can read books, located directly above a retro coffee shop.Located in a small-town area, this guesthouse doesn't have many shops, but it offers a laid-back atmosphere where guests can blend in with the locals. Just a short walk from the guest house is a Starbucks Coffee. There is also a library on the premises. I hope you will take your time and read this book with a coffee in hand. Hainan City is also the entrance to the Kumano Kodo, and you can actually walk the Kumano Kodo. In addition, this guesthouse offers free bedding for additional guests. Also, please note in advance that, due to the size of the room, there is no TV or washing machine. There are several laundromats near the guesthouse, so please feel free to use them. Homes This accommodation is limited to one group per day, renovated one room in the apartment. The kitchen is fully equipped and you can cook for yourself. There are coffee shops, cafes, bakeries, izakayas, and other restaurants, supermarkets, and hot spring facilities within walking distance. Guesthouse address 1519-3 Nichikata, Kainan City, Wakayama Lingwiso Room 201

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Home in Oyodo
5 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Yoshino, a traditional house over 100 years old / Breakfast and dinner included / Limited to one group per day / A quiet inn surrounded by greenery

OPENING March 20, 2026 Nestled in the mountains of Nara and Yoshino, surrounded by greenery, lies a quiet, one-day-only traditional Japanese inn: B&B Morino Akari.(The name means "Light of the Forest") ⚫︎ During your stay, owner-prepared breakfast and dinner are included (see photos for reference). ⚫︎ We can also accommodate meals for pescatarians and vegetarians. The kitchen area is shared with Hotos.The rest of the building is for your exclusive use, and you can enjoy your time as freely as if you were renting the entire building. This spacious property, measuring approximately 230 square metres, can accommodate up to 8 guests.Ideal for family or group trips.There is also excellent access to Yoshinoyama, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, and Kinkōsanji Temple, a World Heritage Site. We have preserved the historic beams and tiled roof while creating a comfortable space for you to enjoy.The tranquillity of the mountains, the soft light that shines at night.Here, you can take a break from your daily routine. Due to the lush natural surroundings, we recommend arriving by car. (If you are taking the train, we can pick you up and drop you off at the nearest station if you wish) Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing stay.

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Natural light fills a traditional Japanese room, featuring sliding doors that open to a serene garden with manicured shrubs and a stone pathway. A low table sits at the center, surrounded by tatami mat flooring, providing a calming space for relaxation.
Townhouse in Izumisano
5 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews

ABURARI Only 9 minutes from Kansai Airport, an old private house with a popular mossy Japanese garden (same price for up to 3 people)

9 minutes by train or 5 minutes on foot from Kansai Airport.We rent all the houses (old houses) of traditional Japanese merchants.Oil is the name that has been passed down to our house for generations. It's not just a guest house, but just family and friends, and enjoy a relaxing trip to Japan without worrying about other groups. It is also a popular inn for those who are interested in traditional Japanese culture, or enthusiasts of anime such as Ganjing Blade and Naruto.It is an old house, but everything has been renovated so that guests can have a comfortable stay. It can be used for a wide range of stays, from one person to a family or group of 10.(The price will not change for up to 3 people) [Best hospitality not found in other guesthouses] The spacious 12-tatami tatami mat and the Japanese garden spread across the rim side is the essence of traditional Japanese architecture.Please relax while looking at the Japanese garden among the spacious tatami mats. The living room, which has been remodeled, can travel back in time 200 years ago. [For long-term stays] Desk, chairs and whiteboards are provided.It can also be used as a working space.We also provide discount plans for guests staying longer than 28 days.

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A broad view of the coastal area is presented, featuring blue waters with a distant shoreline. Multiple boats can be seen in the marina. The image shows a mix of buildings, roads, and greenery, with mountains visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Home in Wakayama
5 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Family & pets allowed | LA.FUKU Wakaura/90 minutes from Osaka

About a 90-minute drive from Osaka."LA.FUKU Wakaura", surrounded by the nature of Wakaura, is a private rental accommodation that is limited to one group per day.You can experience a Japanese-like life in a calm space with solid flooring and a Japanese-style room with an irori fireplace. There is a playroom on the third floor for families with children.You can stay with a small dog, and it is equipped with a kitchen and appliances, so you can enjoy your time while cooking. In addition, it is fully equipped with barbecue facilities, so you can enjoy a relaxing meal outdoors. 🔥 Barbecue facility usage fee: 3,000 yen/group 📩 Please let us know in a message at the time of booking if you would like to use the barbecue facilities. If you wish, there is also a [Fishing Boat Experience Option] that sails from Wakaura Fishing Port.You can cook the fish you catch at the inn! 📍Accommodates: Up to 7 people 💰Price: 55,000 yen/boat 🎣Fishing rod rental: 4,000 yen/person ⏰ Sail: 4-6 in the morning ~ around noon return to the port (about 6 hours) Discontinued due to ☁️weather/Advance booking required The surrounding environment such as hot springs, cafes, and paths is also attractive.Have a naturally healing stay.

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A traditional Japanese room showcases tatami flooring with wooden sliding doors offering views to the outside. A low wooden table is centered, accompanied by decorative cushions. Sliding shoji screens frame the space, illuminated softly by a rounded lantern hanging from the ceiling.
Home in Tanabe
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews

A former inn located on a hill with the remains of an old castle in Wakayama, Shirahama, and Kumano Kodo. Up to 5 people. Toilet, spacious barrier-free bath

Founded in 1957, my grandfather, Eiichi Tanuchi, ran an inn called Aiwasho for the cultural development of Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture. In order to continue to protect its history and traditions, his granddaughter, Kiushuko, reopened the inn under its original name in 2021. Built on the site of Ueno Castle, this inn is a traditional Japanese house with tatami mats on the floor. Please relax in one of the two Japanese-style rooms. The inn is located on a hill overlooking the city of Tanabe, so you can enjoy the morning sun, sunset, and night view. On a calm day, we recommend having tea in a wicker chair on the edge of the hinoki cypress wooden deck, which was made in the image of the moon viewing platform of the Katsura Imperial Villa. The newly installed bath and toilet are spacious and barrier-free, so you can bathe together or use them easily even if you need assistance. We installed popin.aladdin (lighting with projector) in one of the Japanese-style rooms. It projects on the sliding doors You can watch TV, music, movies, etc. Enjoy BGM on YouTube before you go out in the morning. My parents, Kisaku and Shuko Tanai (Japanese), live next to the house, so please let me know if you need anything.

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An inviting traditional wooden house with a clay tile roof is framed by flowering plants. The exterior showcases natural wood finishes and sliding doors, enhancing a connection to the surrounding garden. Soft clouds are visible in the sky above, complementing the peaceful setting.
Home in Tanabe
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews

Limited to one group per day, Guest House Agai is convenient for walking the Kumano Kodo and playing in the river. You can experience country life.

Guesthouse Agae is a limited stay for one group that has been renovated from an old private house.The property is in a very convenient location, with the Kumano Kodo and Chikaruo-jishi approximately 550 metres away (about a 7-minute walk), and a supermarket (A-COOP), a bus stop (Kodo Aruki no Sato Chikatsuyu), and a restaurant (Tororoya) all within a 1-minute walk. The owner is a local Kumano Kodo guide, so we will do our best to answer questions about walking the ancient pilgrimage trail, provide advice, and offer transportation if needed.We can also provide a personal guide, so please feel free to ask. Meals are not included in the price.There are supermarkets and restaurants next door. ☆ A-coop Kinan/Kumano Kodo Chikatsu-yu Store Supermarket “A-coop” 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ☆ Restaurant “Tororoya”  Restaurant “Toroya” 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (last orders at 6:00 p.m.) Closed on Tuesdays. We can also arrange meals, so please read "Other things to note". “Agae” means “my home” in the local dialect.Please relax as if you were at your own home. Address: 1776-3, Nakabeji-cho, Tanabe-shi, Wakayama Prefecture 646-1402

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Apartment in Shirahama
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Private Onsen | 7 Min to Shirarahama | Parking

Private Natural Onsen | 7-Min Walk to Shirahama Beach | Free Parking 7-min walk to the beach, this private villa has exclusive sulfur onsen. Cafes and seafood restaurants nearby. 80㎡ whole house with kitchen, washer and smart toilet bathroom. Sleeps up to 5 guests with beds and tatami. Full cookware ready for self-cooking (no food or seasonings). Easy access to local sights by car. One free parking space included. Ideal for couples, families and friends for pleasant seaside stays.

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A traditional Japanese room features tatami mat flooring and sliding shoji doors. A low wooden table is centered, complemented by a cushion. Soft lighting emanates from a lamp situated discreetly in a corner, enhancing the serene atmosphere.
Home in Oazakouyasan
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews

Traditional Japanese House near Okunoin Cemetery

【Traditional Japanese House near Okunoin Cemetery (12 min walk)】 • Entire private house – complete privacy • Easy access to Okunoin morning, day, and night • Recommended route: Sunrise Viewpoint → Shojingu Ceremony → Morning Prayers • Morning: Peaceful forests and sacred atmosphere in morning mist • Daytime: Explore samurai graves and ancient cedar trees • Night: Enjoy the magical atmosphere of Okunoin lit by lanterns • Free parking • Bicycle rental for efficient exploration

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A cozy living area features a wood-burning stove as its focal point, surrounded by natural wooden floors. A paper lantern provides soft lighting, while large windows offer a view of the outdoor space. A comfortable armchair and woven baskets add to the inviting atmosphere.
Home in Misaki
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Dog friendly house where you can stay with your dog

Misaki-cho, a seaside town at the southernmost tip of Osaka. (A rural town about an hour by car or train from Osaka city.) There is a beach with a wonderful sunset within a 10-minute walk, and there is also a walking course that your dog will enjoy. There are also a few fishing points nearby. Bring home the fish you caught, You can also enjoy cooking with the kitchen utensils provided. There is also a roadside station nearby where you can buy seasonal vegetables, fruits, and fish.

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The image features a traditional Japanese building positioned beside a serene river, surrounded by lush greenery. Large windows reflect natural light, creating a welcoming interior glow. A wooden deck extends toward the water, enhancing the space for outdoor relaxation.
Villa in Kinokawa
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 499 reviews

Private traditional riverside villa/1h from KIX

This house was built 120 years ago and stayed by a lot of people who have plan to go to Koya-san. The house is in front of the river and you can take a look. It will make relaxed. We can do tea ceremony, if you want. We have 2 toilet and 1 bath room with big bath tab made by a Japanese special wood, Hinoki. There is a 24h super market, Okuwa near the house.(5 min away by a car) And high rank Japanese beef restaurant(2 min by a car) You can enjoy Yakiniku.

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The image captures the lofted design of the guesthouse, showcasing a spacious sleeping area with two wide single beds. Natural wooden flooring complements a dining area with a wooden table and bench, while a mini kitchen is visible in one corner.
Tiny homes in Oazakouyasan
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Modernist cabin in the midst of a sacred mountain

When travelling in India, I had a dream to open Koyasan’s first guesthouse. After 10 years of welcoming travellers from around the world, I wanted a new challenge and created SANRO, a beautiful little hideaway for your stay. With years of experience welcoming and providing tours for travellers, you don't even need to do advanced research about Koyasan. Feel free to leave everything to me–I am happy to help enrich your stay as your town concierge!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the best places to stay in Wakayama?

    Wakayama has a variety of places to stay, including downtown areas for easy access to shops and restaurants, or near Wakayama Castle for a more historic atmosphere. The Kimiidera and seaside areas are frequently suggested if you want to be closer to the ocean or temples.

  • What are the best things to do in Wakayama with kids?

    Families often explore Wakayama Castle’s grounds, visit Adventure World with its animals and rides, or stop by Kuroshio Market to watch lively tuna-cutting shows. Local parks and beaches provide extra space for kids to enjoy the outdoors.

  • What are some of the best things to do in Wakayama?

    Explore Wakayama Castle, stroll around Kimiidera Temple, or sample fresh seafood at Kuroshio Market. Many visitors enjoy onsen hot springs and the relaxed beach atmosphere near Wakaura.

  • How is the weather in Wakayama?

    Wakayama has mild winters with temperatures around 37–50°F (3–10°C), and warm, humid summers reaching 90°F (32°C) in August. Rain is common from late spring through fall, so carrying a light rain jacket is useful.

  • When is the best time to visit Wakayama?

    Late spring and early autumn are often recommended for comfortable temperatures and lower humidity. Cherry blossoms in spring and fall foliage provide seasonal scenery appreciated by many visitors.

  • What are the best places to visit in Wakayama?

    Wakayama Castle is frequently suggested for its historic significance and city views, while Kimiidera Temple is known for its hillside setting and seasonal blossoms. Some travelers also explore Kuroshio Market and the Wakaura coastline.

  • What are some hiking trails in Wakayama?

    Hiking paths around Kimiidera Temple lead through leafy hills with views of the water. The Wakaura area has trails that wind past shrines and gardens, creating opportunities to appreciate both city and coastal scenery.

  • What are some family activities we can do in Wakayama?

    Families often enjoy visiting Adventure World, exploring Wakayama Castle, or watching tuna shows at Kuroshio Market. Beach outings and local parks are popular ways to unwind together.

  • What are some of the best day trip ideas from Wakayama?

    Travelers often explore Koyasan for its historic temples, or visit Shirahama’s seaside hot springs and sandy beaches. Nature lovers sometimes head to the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes for forested walks and cultural sites.

  • Are there any pet friendly accommodations available in Wakayama?

    Wakayama has some pet friendly accommodations, especially in the seaside and suburban areas. Look for listings that note pet policies, and consider neighborhoods near parks or the coastline for more outdoor space.

  • What are some local tips for visiting Wakayama?

    Trying fresh seafood at local markets and visiting early in the morning can enhance your experience. Bring comfortable shoes for exploring historic sites, and consider using local buses to reach scenic spots and lesser-known temples.

  • What is Wakayama known for?

    Wakayama is known for its historic castle, coastal scenery, and spiritual sites like Kimiidera Temple. The city is also recognized for fresh seafood, especially high-quality tuna, and traditional onsen hot springs.

  • What are the best hidden gems to explore in Wakayama?

    Wakayama has quieter sites like Awashima-jinja Shrine in the Kada area, known for unique cultural displays, and the peaceful Tamatsushima Shrine surrounded by scenic greenery. Exploring a walk along Furobashi Bridge, especially near sunset, is also often recommended for its relaxed atmosphere.

  • What are the best foods to try in Wakayama?

    Wakayama ramen, known for its rich soy-based broth, is frequently suggested. Sushi made from local tuna, mikan citrus, and persimmon leaf-wrapped treats are local specialties worth tasting.

  • What should I bring for a trip to Wakayama?

    Pack a light rain jacket for the wet season, and comfortable shoes for exploring temples or castle grounds. Layers help with changing temperatures, and a reusable water bottle is handy for hikes or walking tours.

  • What is the nightlife in Wakayama like?

    The city has a relaxed nightlife scene, with izakaya pubs, small bars, and casual restaurants where travelers and locals unwind. Some areas around the station and castle have lively spots with local snacks or karaoke.

  • What are the most popular events or festivals in Wakayama?

    Spring brings cherry blossom celebrations to Wakayama Castle, while the Kishu Toshogu Shrine Festival in May features lively processions and music. Throughout the summer, traditional neighborhood festivals brighten the city with lanterns and local performances.

  • Are there family friendly vacation rentals in Wakayama?

    Family friendly vacation rentals are available throughout Wakayama, including in neighborhoods near parks, the seaside, and cultural attractions. Many places provide larger living areas or kitchen facilities for group stays.

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