Hotels near Odoshi Shrine, Wakayama City

"The hotel has a great location with direct views of Wakayama Castle, and there's a bus stop right outside. It's about a 20-30 minute walk to the JR station, and mostly a straight path, which is pretty convenient. The room size itself was quite good, offering excellent value for money."

"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel during our Japan trip. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, with a beautiful atmosphere and excellent facilities. Staff members were polite, helpful, and always smiling, making us feel very welcome from check in until departure. The location was convenient, close to restaurants, attractions, and public transport. Breakfast was delicious with many choices, and the overall service exceeded our expectations. Everything was smooth, relaxing, and enjoyable. We truly appreciated the hospitality and would definitely return again in the future someday soon."

"Smile Hotel Wakayama is conveniently located right beside Wakayama Castle, making it a great choice for sightseeing and exploring the area. Overall, we had a good stay and a pleasant experience. Although the hotel’s renovation and interior are slightly outdated, the room was still clean and comfortable. Considering the price and the excellent location, it is more than acceptable and offers great value for money. What truly stood out was the excellent service from the front desk staff. They were extremely friendly, helpful, and professional. We encountered a problem with our car during our stay, and the staff kindly assisted us by contacting the police and helping us handle the situation, which we really appreciated. Overall, it’s a great option if you’re looking for a budget-friendly hotel with a fantastic location and outstanding service."

"The environment is very nice, clean and tidy. The service is excellent. The hygiene is very good, which gives me peace of mind. The breakfast is also very good, exceeding my expectations! I highly recommend trying it!"

"So many people! Everyone checked their luggage online, and the check-in and check-out were self-service. The location is absolutely fantastic, you can see tourists from all over the world. The downside is that the entrance is hard to find. Well, Osaka Station is huge after all! We spent a long time looking for the entrance near Yodobashi Camera and couldn't find it. Turns out there's a dedicated entrance from the first floor, don't go through the shopping mall. There's also an entrance on the second floor, connected to a skywalk."

"Highly recommend the Wakayama Onsen Hotel! The hot springs are absolutely wonderful, genuinely natural, and the facilities are very clean. Each hot spring room even has a TV. The sauna room also has a TV. It's about a 7-minute walk from the station, and there aren't too many dining options nearby. They offer free ramen 🍜 after 9:30 PM, free ice cream 🍦 after your hot spring dip during the day, and free massage chairs. You can also borrow and read as many manga books as you like."

"Second stay, as I moved to a non smoking room. The mattress in this room was spring and not as good as my other room but it was ok. As I said in my other review, good products, good stay, it's not modern but it's comfortable. Very close to the station and food options within 5-10 minutes walk. Very helpful staff."

"Great place to stay close to the train and us station. Staff super nice and friendly, they helped me accommodate on a quiet room as I'm a light sleeper. Very recommended, I would definitely stay here again!"

"On my second night, I discovered the soundproofing was terrible. There was a bunch of 'monsters' in the room next door – it sounded like people from several rooms had gathered, chatting loudly, opening and closing doors constantly, and laughing and shouting hysterically. This went on for a long time. By past midnight, I couldn't take it anymore and went down to the front desk. I was worried there wouldn't be anyone at the front desk, but there were two gentlemen on duty. They told me a sports team had checked in that day and were probably just overexcited. I told them they either needed to talk to them or I'd have to change rooms. The front desk staff went up and knocked on their door, greeting the group (signaling me to go back to my room first). Not long after, the group finally dispersed. The hotel service was still very good. Running into those ******* was just bad luck for me. Next time I encounter a similar unexpected situation, I definitely shouldn't think, 'I'll just bear it, maybe they'll finish soon.' I should go down immediately and seek help from the front desk. I'm curious, which country do those selfish, loud people who disturb others in the middle of the night come from? The hotel breakfast is complimentary and included by default with the room booking. Although simple, it's completely filling. The restaurant is also open during the day for relaxation and offers free drinks."

"I had planned to go to the Expo, but Osaka city is expensive, and I'd never been to Wakayama, so I chose this hotel near Wakayamashi Station with the intention of exploring Wakayama Castle. All the amenities were provided, but it was a shame that there were no slippers. There was also coffee and a water server in the lobby. The building is a bit old, but for the price and quality, I guess that's understandable. I would recommend this hotel for anyone mainly planning on sightseeing."