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Hiogiso

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Shima guest house

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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943-1 Ugata, Ago-cho, Shima, Mie-ken, 517-0501
  • Ago Bay
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Shima Spain Village
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Goza Shirahama Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Japanese-Style Room (Ocean View) | Free WiFi

Japanese-Style Room (Ocean View)

  • Ocean view
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese-Style Room | Living area | TV

Japanese-Style Room

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Futon

Japanese Style Room Mountain Side 8 Tatami

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room Mountain Side 10 Tatami

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Interior

Japanese Style Room with Sea View 17 tatami

  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room Mountain Side 12 Tatami

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Interior

North Wing Japanese-Western Mixed With Bath

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Shima

Seaside stay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Shima guesthouse, you'll find Yokoyama Observatory and Ise-Shima National Park Yokoyama Visitor Center. Ago Bay and Kashiko Island Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Yokoyama Observatory - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ago Bay - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Shima Spain Village - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Tomoyama Park - 27 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Goza Shirahama Beach - 36 min drive - 19.1 miles

Getting around

  • Ugata Station - 9 min drive
  • Chubu Centrair Intl. Airport (NGO) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪すき家 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪タベルナ アスール - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪イワジン喫茶室 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪喫茶&ペンショングーグー - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪ラ・メール クラシック - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Hiogiso

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Shima guest house
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hiogiso offers its guests a marina. Event space at this guesthouse measures 1292 square feet (120 square meters) and includes conference space. A cruise ship terminal shuttle, a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are free. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Hiogiso. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Shima guesthouse.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 30 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1292 sq ft of conference space
  • 120 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1982
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hiogiso offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This Shima guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

Please note that there are no restaurants near this property. Dinner will be served on site to guests who book a half-board rate plan in advance; there will be no possibility to switch from room-only to half-board upon arrival.
This property's rates are based on occupancy; all guests over 13 years of age are considered adults and are charged accordingly. Fees may be incurred if the number of guests checking in varies from the number established at booking.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Hiogiso
Hiogiso House
Hiogiso House Shima
Hiogiso Shima
Hiogiso Shima, Japan - Mie
Hiogiso Guesthouse Shima
Hiogiso Guesthouse
Hiogiso Shima
Hiogiso Guesthouse
Hiogiso Guesthouse Shima

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hiogiso to the airport?

Hiogiso is 111.2 mi (152-min drive) away from the Chubu Centrair Intl. Airport (NGO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hiogiso have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hiogiso.

How close is Hiogiso to the beach?

This guesthouse is 5.9 mi (18-min drive) from Ago-no-matsubara Beach and 7.1 mi (25-min drive) from Ichigo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hiogiso offer free breakfast?

Hiogiso does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hiogiso?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Hiogiso?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Hiogiso?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Hiogiso have a pool?

Hiogiso does not have a pool.

Does Hiogiso have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hiogiso have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Hiogiso to downtown Shima?

Hiogiso is 1.5 mi away from Ugata.

Hiogiso Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good place. Local good and onsen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great food and a place to get away from it all

This hotel is on a quiet inlet of the bay away from the day to bustle of the nearby village. A great place to go for downtime, with excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, peaceful spot right on Ago Bay. Delicious fresh food, friendly staff, great onsen, spotlessly clean. Awesome stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Watanabe-san #1!

Been around Japan and still the best place to stay. Would travel the world over for another chance to visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lukas, Itay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise

by far the best experience we have had to date in Japan, the owner was extremely kind and helpful and made the entire experience marvelous. we stayed for two nights and ate at the restaurant for both. The cooking was comparable to Michelin thee star restaurants and is not to be missed. Our room was upgraded to a suite overlooking the aga bay on both sides and could not have been more comfortable. The Japanese style room was impeccable and extremely comfortable, with a terrace overlooking the bay. The best part was the hospitality of the owner, Takanobu, who was extremely helpful and generous. One night we were the only guests there so we had the onsen all for ourselves. The second night he had a group of 30 people and closed off the onsen to other guests as well, an experience not to be missed. We also took a boat ride the second night and got a tour of the bay. Overall the experience was extremely relaxing and much needed after a week of temple touring in the Kyoto area. If I could give ten stars I would give eleven!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Real Japan, highly recommended.

This is a traditional Japanese Inn type lodging. The view is spectacular and the environment is very much reminiscent of "old Japan." It's best to order the room with the meal plan because there are no restaurants nearby. The food is typically Japanese and fresh from the area. The hot spring bath is very comfortable and offers a view of the sea. They still cultivate oysters in the making of cultured pearls in the sea. The service is very friendly and they speak some English.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice view, friendly hosts

We had a very relaxing stay and felt that the owners of the inn were enjoying the rather hard business of operating an inn.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel on pearl fishing coat.

Located directly on the Ugata bay (the U in Ugata means cormorants which you will see around the bay). We had a nice surf & turf dyi barbecue with local seafood. The friendliness of Watanabe Takanobo-san was one of the highlights of our holiday - very open minded and interested in the guests. He is also an expert in pearls. The hotel is family oriented (play area for kids on terrace). Helps if you like dogs (we do) because the hotel has 3 of them. Recommend doing a boat trip directly from the hotel. Enjoyed the hot spring baths next to the water. Would like to spend more time in the area but would definitely take a car. Traditional rooms with futon beds. Very relaxing stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel on pearl fishing coat.

Located directly on the Ugata bay (the U in Ugata means cormorants which you will see around the bay). We had a nice surf & turf dyi barbecue with local seafood. The friendliness of Watanabe Takanobo-san was one of the highlights of our holiday - very open minded and interested in the guests. He is also an expert in pearls. The hotel is family oriented (play area for kids on terrace). Helps if you like dogs (we do) because the hotel has 3 of them. Recommend doing a boat trip directly from the hotel. Enjoyed the hot spring baths next to the water. Would like to spend more time in the area but would definitely take a car. Traditional rooms with futon beds. Very relaxing stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel on pearl fishing coat.

Located directly on the Ugata bay (the U in Ugata means cormorants which you will see around the bay). We had a nice surf & turf dyi barbecue with local seafood. The friendliness of Watanabe Takanobo-san was one of the highlights of our holiday - very open minded and interested in the guests. He is also an expert in pearls. The hotel is family oriented (play area for kids on terrace). Helps if you like dogs (we do) because the hotel has 3 of them. Recommend doing a boat trip directly from the hotel. Enjoyed the hot spring baths next to the water. Would like to spend more time in the area but would definitely take a car. Traditional rooms with futon beds. Very relaxing stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel on pearl fishing coat.

Located directly on the Ugata bay (the U in Ugata means cormorants which you will see around the bay). We had a nice surf & turf dyi barbecue with local seafood. The friendliness of Watanabe Takanobo-san was one of the highlights of our holiday - very open minded and interested in the guests. He is also an expert in pearls. The hotel is family oriented (play area for kids on terrace). Helps if you like dogs (we do) because the hotel has 3 of them. Recommend doing a boat trip directly from the hotel. Enjoyed the hot spring baths next to the water. Would like to spend more time in the area but would definitely take a car. Traditional rooms with futon beds. Very relaxing stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel on pearl fishing coat.

Located directly on the Ugata bay (the U in Ugata means cormorants which you will see around the bay). We had a nice surf & turf dyi barbecue with local seafood. The friendliness of Watanabe Takanobo-san was one of the highlights of our holiday - very open minded and interested in the guests. He is also an expert in pearls. The hotel is family oriented (play area for kids on terrace). Helps if you like dogs (we do) because the hotel has 3 of them. Recommend doing a boat trip directly from the hotel. Enjoyed the hot spring baths next to the water. Would like to spend more time in the area but would definitely take a car. Traditional rooms with futon beds. Very relaxing stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Ryokan

This ryokan has a wonderful view overlooking the ocean, the room that we stayed in was quite large with a separate sleeping area, living area and bathroom. The meals, both breakfast and dinner were excellent. The owners were very helpful and picked us up and dropped us off at the train station every day while we were touring around the area. We often stay in ryokans when we visit Japan, and this one would receive my absolute highest rating.

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin, Nara, Japan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Views of Ago Bay

Beautiful hotel right on the waters of Ago Bay, with sweeping views from both our room and the indoor / outdoor onsen. Everything is made from gorgeous cypress wood. The ryokan owners and staff were so kind to us - picking us up at the train station, driving us to a lookout point, and sharing their love of Japan. (They can communicate in English too!) We had a wonderful, massive course dinner and lovely bento breakfast filled with local specialties and sea foods. It was so relaxing to sit on the deck and pet their nice dog while watching fishermen check their nets. It takes a bit of time to get here - but once you do you won't want to leave. The only thing we regret is not staying longer... Next time!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Inland sea, traditional Japanese hotel.

We had a fantastic time at Hiogiso.(Shell) Hotel owners could not have done more to make us welcome. Beautiful location right on edge of the inland sea.

10/10 Excellent

MO Coppens, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Most relaxing stay -- beautiful hideaway

My wife and I absolutely loved our relaxing stay, and wished we could have stayed longer. We parked our rental car in the hotel's spacious parking. We occupied the upstairs corner room with terrace and wonderful view over Ago Bay. The hotel is built on wooden stilts right on the water. You can see the famous oyster beds, boats and islands. The seafood themed multi-coursed Japanese dinner at the Bayside was delicious. There is a deck with a swing, ping pong and other games to enjoy. The cypress o-furo (hot tub) indoor and outdoor facilities with water from Ise are delightful, and are located in a building separate from the main house, next door, with view over the Bay. All facilities are kept very clean. In the early morning, I went swimming right at the guesthouse; the water is wonderful, but - beware - as getting out of the water, back on the pier is more difficult! The Watanabe couple are extremely good hosts. Watanabe-san has been in the pearl trading business for a long time, and this converted and expanded fisherman's house is his family home. His self-taught English is remarkably good. During the morning of our departure, Watanabe-san offered to take us for a boat ride, as he was bringing a family to a beach on a small island in the bay to swim, and we "tagged along". Rather than taking the quick way back, he took my wife and me for an hour along different islands. What a beautiful boat trip! I will not forget this peaceful place with its warm hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The ryokan is rather out of the way, but the proprietor brought me over in a mini van. Unfortunately, contacting him proved rather difficult, though I succeeded in the end. The view from my room, which was really two adjoining fairly big rooms, was amazing as it was just next to the bay. The food was delicious.

10/10 Excellent

Capt Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

wonderful ryokan retreat right on the water

This is an amazing place. It is built on piers in the harbor. You can have a traditional Japanese tatami room literally 3 feet from the waters edge. This is on the site of a former pearl culturing business and in run by a husband and wife. The husband is proficient in English and both are excellent and accommodating hosts. I recommend staying in one of the corner rooms which have 2 sides facing the harbor. Also, take full board as the Japanese meals are well prepared. include a wide variety, and extremely interesting. The ryokan will provide transportation to and from Ugata Station. I cannot say enough good things about this place. I shall definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

じゅんこ

Traveled with family
とても素晴らしい景色で、満足でした。また、行きたいと思いました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

hisaharu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

ニオイが気になりました

家族で宿泊なんですが、娘家族と息子家族、3家族、一部屋だけ離れてしまい、少し大変でした。 部屋はタバコのニオイが気になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Masaaki

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

温泉は最高でした‼️

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

海辺のアットホームな良い旅館です

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

タカユキ

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ゆったりとした部屋で従業員の方もとても良くのんびり出来た。また泊まりたい。とてもおすすめ！
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

ASAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

良いお宿です

旅行サイトなどでの口コミはあまり良くなかったので、正直不安でしたが、想像以上に良かったです。 接客も丁寧で良い思い出になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021