Hotel Urashima Katsuura , Katsuura (Wakayama) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1165-2 Katsuura, Katsuura (Wakayama), Japan, 6495334

Hotel Urashima is situated in the scenic backdrop of Yoshino Kumano National Park, providing guests with access to rich natural beauty. Notable for its natural hot-spring baths inside Bokido cave, the hotel combines wellness with comfort. The property features traditional Japanese rooms and offers a variety of services. It is conveniently located near attractions like Katsuura Fishing Port and Taiji Whale Museum.

Location

Located centrally in Nachikatsura-cho, the hotel is within a short distance from Hayatama Taisha and other local landmarks. Free shuttle service is available during limited hours, connecting guests to nearby attractions by car and ferry. For those traveling by car, a parking facility is provided, enhancing convenience for both domestic and international visitors.

Rooms

All 393 rooms are designed with comfort in mind, featuring air conditioning, tatami floors, and Japanese futon bedding. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and free bottled water. Guests benefit from varying room types, including family rooms with private open-air baths. This setup caters to both couples and larger families traveling together.

Eat & Drink

Hotel Urashima features a dining room where guests can enjoy meals prepared from locally sourced produce. A breakfast and dinner buffet is served daily, offering an extensive selection of over 40 items. The hotel also incorporates a bar/lounge for refreshments and relaxation. Meal plans are thoughtfully designed to cater to diverse culinary preferences.

Leisure & Business

Guests at Hotel Urashima can unwind in natural hot-spring baths, including both indoor and outdoor pools available during warmer months. Recreational activities include a children's entertainment program and a karaoke room for leisurely evenings. For business needs, the property offers a conference room and services such as baggage storage and laundry facilities.

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2 persons

22 m²

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2 Single beds

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42 m²

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City Center

Katsuura (Wakayama)2300 ft

Airports

Shirahama (SHM) 53.9 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Unique Onsen Experience!

“The sea cave onsens were breathtaking, offering a tranquil atmosphere while soaking in natural hot springs beside the ocean.” view full review

Delicious Buffets!

“The buffet selection for breakfast and dinner was impressive, with fresh, quality dishes that made dining a highlight of my stay.” view full review

Spacious Rooms!

“My room was incredibly spacious, providing ample room for our group of three, making it a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring.” view full review

Retro Charm!

“The 50's/60's style decor and charming architecture added a unique and cozy vibe that truly enhanced our overall experience.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Game room

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool
Karaoke
Garden area
Hot spring bath
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

1165-2 Katsuura, Katsuura (Wakayama), Japan, 6495334

Map view

1165-2 Katsuura, Katsuura (Wakayama), Japan, 6495334

City landmarks

2934-2 Taiji

Taiji-cho Whale Museum

1.6 mi

1062 Yukawa

Kiyomon-yu Hot Spring

1.5 mi

1179-9 Katsuura

Nakanoshima

5000 ft

Island

Nakanoshima Island

2300 ft

Noroshiyama

2200 ft

7-8-2 Tsukiji

Katsuura Kyochiho Oroshiuri Ichiba

2200 ft

Katsuura

Ojara Promenade

2700 ft

C58 353

3000 ft

Pagoda

Fudarakusan-ji

1.6 mi

Pagoda

Fudarakusanji Temple

1.6 mi

481 Hashinokawa

Yurinoyama Hot Spring

1.8 mi

Shikinosato Hot Spring

1.8 mi

2902-79 Taiji

Taiji Municipal Stone Wall Memorial Hall

1.7 mi

Yukawa Hot Spring

1.5 mi

Parks

Taijikujirahama Park

1.6 mi

Hamanomiya

Nachi Beach Resort

1.5 mi

Taiji

Kujirahama Beach

1.8 mi

350 Hamanomiya

Jimmutemno Tongu Trace

1.6 mi

69 Bynya Rd

Whale Beach Resort

1.8 mi

2902-79

Ota Town Ishigaki Memorial Hall

1.7 mi

Nachikatsuura

Yukawa Beach Resort

1.8 mi

Bay

Taiji Bay

2.0 mi

703-15 Oaza Moriura

Dolphin Resort Iruka Fureai

2.1 mi

Taiji

Tomyozaki

2.2 mi

143-1 Moriura

Michi no Eki Taiji

2.5 mi

1099-5 Kaminoura

Hiromitsu Ochiai Baseball Hall

2.7 mi

Tarai Hot Spring

2.6 mi

1099-5 Taiji

Hiromitsu Ochiai Baseball Memorial Museum

2.7 mi

Nearby

970 Katsuura

Hamayu Hot Spring

300 ft

859番地 Katsuura

Katsuurahachiman Shrine

500 ft

Restaurants

Katsuragi

2600 ft

398-11 Katsuura

Ogawa

2600 ft

2-4-3 Tsukiji

Takeharamaguroten

3000 ft

4-23 Tsukiji

Steakhouse Hinoki

2700 ft

1-1-13 Tsukiji

Masudaya

2900 ft

4-4-19 Tsukiji

Ichirin

3100 ft

4-4-19 Tsukiji

Senryu

3300 ft

4-3-27 Tsukiji

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.5

Location

8.7

Service

8.9

Dining

6.4

Stephen

United States of America, September 2024

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite enjoyable, thanks to its great location by the ocean and spacious, comfortable rooms. The service was friendly, which made my experience even better. However, the dining options could use some improvement as I found them somewhat lacking. Overall, it offered good value for money, but Wi-Fi charges were a bit disappointing.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and very helpful, accommodating our requests with a smile.

Location

10.0

The hotel had a fantastic location right next to the ocean and was conveniently close to local attractions.

Dining

6.0

While the dining options were decent, I felt there could have been more variety, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were nice, though I wish some of them had been included in the room price.

Edward

United States of America, August 2024

8.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, offering a gorgeous view of the port and nearby volcanic islands, which I loved. The rooms were spacious with nice ocean views, but unfortunately, my non-smoking room had a lingering smoky smell. On the bright side, the service was friendly and helpful, making my stay more enjoyable. Overall, I felt it was decent value for money, but the smoking issue was not ideal.

Rooms

6.0

The room was spacious with a beautiful ocean view, but it smelled smokey despite being a non-smoking room.

Service

9.0

The staff was super friendly and helpful, which made a big difference in my stay.

Location

10.0

The location is great, right by the port and very well connected by JR trains, plus the view of the volcanic islands is stunning.

Dining

7.0

Dining was decent with great food, but I noticed it could get a bit chaotic when busy.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were nice, though I didn't spend too much time using them.

Bob

United Kingdom, August 2024

7.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, the location was simply stunning with views over the sea and nearby volcanic islands. The staff was incredibly nice and went out of their way to help us with everything. The room was spacious and had a nice sitting area, but it did have an old feel and smelled a bit smoky. The dining experience was decent but could use some improvement in terms of atmosphere and variety. Overall, it’s a good value for what you get, but a few things could be better.

Rooms

7.0

The tatami room I stayed in was a good size and had a cozy sitting area by the window, but it felt old and had a slight smoky odor.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff was super friendly and even arranged the Japanese-style bedding for us without any hassle.

Location

9.0

The location is very good, perched on cliffs with incredible views overlooking the sea, not too far from JR Kii-Katsuura station.

Dining

6.0

Dining had a bit of a canteen feel with a mix of Japanese and Western food, and it felt quite empty when we went, which took away from the experience.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were nice, especially the onsen which was worth checking out, but they could offer a bit more in terms of amenities.

Andrew

United Kingdom, June 2024

8.6/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with a lovely view of the water, which is quite rare in Japan. While the service was incredibly helpful, the check-in process was frustrating as we had to argue for our non-smoking rooms. The location is great as it's close to the JR Kii-Katsuura station and in an area known for Tuna cuisine, although some amenities were closed for renovations during our stay. Overall, it has its pros and cons, but I felt the value for money was decent.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very spacious, and I really enjoyed the nice view of the water.

Service

10.0

The service was incredible; the staff was very helpful and even assisted me in searching for my lost phone from a previous hotel.

Location

8.0

The location is very good, not far from the JR Kii-Katsuura station and in an area famous for Tuna cuisine.

Dining

9.0

Dining was quite enjoyable with an impressive buffet that featured a huge variety of traditional Japanese food.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were nice and welcoming, though some were closed for renovations during our visit.

David

United States of America, June 2024

7.2/10

The hotel had a fantastic location right by the sea, which I loved. The rooms were quite spacious and clean, providing a comfortable stay, though they did have a bit of a smoky smell, even though I requested non-smoking. The service from the staff was friendly and helpful, making the experience even better. However, the dining was quite average, and I felt it could use some improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, but they had an old and smoky smell that was a little off-putting.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and efficient, which made my stay a lot more pleasant.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, very close to the sea and well connected by JR trains, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was pretty average, with a canteen-like atmosphere and limited options. I would have liked better variety during meals.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were decent but not luxurious; they met my needs without really impressing me.

Colin

United Kingdom, June 2024

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location offered stunning views over the harbor, and the rooms were spacious and comfortable, which I really appreciated. However, the service was lacking at times, and the dining options were not very impressive. Overall, it was decent value for money, but some areas could definitely use improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was big and spacious with a great view over the harbor. It felt comfortable and relaxing after a long day of exploring.

Service

6.0

The staff were friendly but seemed a bit overwhelmed at times, which affected the promptness of their service.

Location

7.0

The hotel is perched right on top of a hill, providing breathtaking views of the typical Japanese tiny green topped volcanic islands in the ocean, although the surrounding area looked somewhat neglected.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a letdown; the food was bland and almost tasteless, which was disappointing considering the great setting.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had good amenities, but some areas felt a bit outdated and in need of maintenance.

Robert

United Kingdom, June 2024

6.6/10

The hotel has a nice location, surrounded by beautiful cliffs over the sea and well connected by JR trains, but it was pretty challenging to find. The rooms were a bit dated and had a smoky smell despite my request for a non-smoking room. The staff was incredibly friendly and went out of their way to assist us. Overall, it’s decent value for money, but there's definitely room for improvement, especially in the room quality and dining options.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were old and had a smoky smell, even though I asked for a non-smoking room.

Service

9.0

The staff was super friendly and helpful, despite the language barrier, and they even helped arrange our Japanese beds.

Location

7.0

The location is beautiful, perched on cliffs over the sea, but it can be difficult to find.

Dining

6.0

The dining was good with a nice variety of Japanese and Western food, but it would have been better if more options were available.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had various facilities but could use some updates to enhance the guest experience.

John

United Kingdom, June 2024

8.8/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The location was stunning, perched on a hill with gorgeous views over the harbor and volcanic islands. My room was spacious and offered a beautiful view. The service was fantastic as the staff went out of their way to help us, but I did feel that the dining options could be improved a bit during busy times. Overall, a great value for money!

Rooms

9.0

I stayed in a traditional Japanese-style room that was huge and had a beautiful view over the harbor.

Service

10.0

The staff were very helpful and accommodating. They even helped us with a last-minute guest addition and recommended the best fish of the day.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, situated on top of a hill overlooking the ocean and surrounded by typical Japanese islands. It felt very tranquil and picturesque.

Dining

7.0

The dining was nice, offering a buffet with fresh fish and noodles, which I enjoyed a lot. However, I can imagine during peak times it might feel a bit hectic.

Facilities

8.0

The amenities were decent but could use a bit of modernization. The onsen facilities were well worth checking out.

Sam

United States of America, May 2024

7.8/10

The hotel had spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms with wonderful sea views, but I did face some trouble getting my non-smoking room at first. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, even though the staff's English wasn’t great. The location was pretty good, with easy access to local attractions and breathtaking ocean views from some areas. Dining was delicious with a variety of options, but the breakfast could have been improved. Overall, it’s a good value for the price, especially considering the comfort and helpfulness of the staff.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were large, clean, and comfortable with great sea views through the wide windows.

Service

9.0

The staff were amazingly nice and helpful, and they kindly returned my phone to me.

Location

8.0

The location was good, quite near to Nachi Falls and the Kumano-kodo trails, with stunning views of typical Japanese islands.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was great with a good variety of food, but breakfast options could be better.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent and added to my overall comfort during the stay.

Ronald

United States of America, May 2024

8.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and offered a fantastic sea view, and the service was incredibly friendly and hospitable. However, the initial check-in was frustrating, as I had to argue for a long time to get the right type of room. The dining options were decent but could use more variety. Overall, for the price, it was pretty good, but some improvements would enhance the stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious, which is a rare find in Japan, and my first night on tatami was surprisingly comfortable with a fantastic sea view.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially towards foreign guests, making the experience pleasant despite the initial hiccup.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a stunning spot, within a large cave overlooking the ocean and close to JR Kii-Katsuura station, which made it quite convenient to explore the area.

Dining

7.0

Dining was fine with good options for both Japanese and western tastes, but more variety would have made it better.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were decent though not overly luxurious, making it a good value for the price.