Around Koutsura Beach × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan for family trips

Helping You Create Cherished Memories with Your Loved Ones Bask in the radiant sunlight, gaze at the azure sea, and stroll along dazzling white sandy beaches. Here, you will rediscover moments forgotten in the hustle of daily life. Experience heartfelt hospitality crafted with care in every detail. Savor an unparalleled moment of supreme bliss that can only be found here and now at Shiraraso Grand Hotel.

In Nanki Shirahama, there is an architectural structure that stands out as if it were cut out from its surroundings. Hotel Kawakyu. A singular work that eschews similar styles and perfects its own unique world. That is why there exists a space that can never be experienced elsewhere.

An all-suite resort condominium just an 8-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach. Every room is fully equipped with a kitchen, gas stove, and cooking utensils, and features Mirable kitchen and bath facilities using microbubbles. From the top-floor 15th-floor VIP Room and the ocean-view high floors, enjoy panoramic views of the Shirahama coastline; the luxurious white-toned interior beautifully enhances the colors of the sea. On our pet-friendly floor, small dogs are welcome—enjoy a fun trip together with everyone. An on-site restaurant serving breakfast is also available; savor sightseeing in Shirahama along with a flexible, carefree stay.

A Shirahama Onsen Hotel with all rooms offering ocean views. Outside the window lies the expansive Shirarahama Beach, where you can witness breathtakingly beautiful sunsets. Enjoy two types of natural hot spring baths and meals featuring the abundant seafood and mountain produce of Kishu.

An open, oceanfront resort hotel where every room offers an ocean view. Relax in a guest room overlooking the beautiful sea, and soothe body and mind in the hot spring with an airy open-air bath. For dinner, savor delicate Japanese cuisine featuring seasonal local ingredients. Surrounded by the rich nature and stunning scenery of Nanki-Shirahama, enjoy an elegant stay.

This is a large resort Ryokan characterized by spacious accommodations, offering relaxation and comfort while enjoying the ever-changing views of Kishu, the sea, and the mountains. You can experience the abundant natural Onsen of Shirahama, one of Japan's three great Onsen, through our own source-fed, free-flowing Onsen baths available in all large communal baths and open-air baths. Enjoy various baths, including a panoramic large communal bath with full glass walls overlooking the vast ocean below. From the open-air baths and large communal baths, you can listen to the sound of the sea breeze as background music, admire the beautiful sunset sinking into the horizon, and at night, see countless fishing lights reflecting on the dark sea.

Toretore Village is an Accommodation located within the Nanki-Shirahama resort complex “Toretore Park.” A townscape lined with dome-shaped houses creates an exotic atmosphere, offering a truly out-of-the-ordinary stay. With a wide variety of Room types to suit your needs—and unique interiors in every Room—no two Rooms are the same, which is part of the charm! Dinner and breakfast are served at the seafood restaurant “Toretore-tei” in buffet style, where you can enjoy as much as you like. Savor a diverse Japanese and Western buffet featuring plenty of fresh fish delivered directly from the fishermen’s cooperative and locally grown vegetables. The concept for breakfast is: “Yanikou (incredibly) delicious—a breakfast buffet to enjoy with all five senses.” We offer approximately 70 dishes in total, including menus featuring Katta-brand red sea bream and daily selections of fresh fish delivered directly from the fishermen’s cooperative.

Nanki-Shirahama is one of Kansai’s leading resort destinations, offering both the sea and Onsen. Near Senjojiki, a renowned scenic spot in Shirahama, the new traditional Japanese-style Hotel “Hamachidori no Yu Kaishu” has opened on a cape jutting out toward the Pacific Ocean.

Our Facility is a membership-based villa resort. On select dates, non-members are also welcome to stay. Located in Nanki Shirahama, where the silky white sands of Shirarahama Beach and the calm blue sea stretch out before you. In summer, the beach opens early, allowing you to enjoy swimming from Golden Week. Additionally, our Facility offers the opportunity to indulge in the over 1,300-year history of Japan's three oldest hot springs, "Shirahama Onsen," with its natural flowing hot spring water. Known for its moisturizing effects and ability to keep you warm, it is especially recommended during the cold winter months. Adventure World, famous for its pandas, is just a 10-minute drive away, making it easily accessible! We warmly invite you to take this opportunity to visit our Facility.

Crystal Villa Shirahama Umi no Machi, newly opened in Nanki-Shirahama—one of Kansai’s premier resort destinations—offers private villa rentals, each reserved exclusively for one group per stay. Some villas feature an open-air bath, sauna, and private pool. We offer a selection of villas tailored to your needs to help make your trip with loved ones a wonderful memory.

"Shiki no Sato Yuraku ~Tenku no Resort Shiki~" offers a stunning location with panoramic views of Shirahama's ocean from its elevated position. Guests staying at this accommodation can enjoy complimentary access to the Mikusa Onsen Spa "Shiosai Spa" on-site, where they can rejuvenate both body and mind with saunas and hot baths. The serene guest rooms are popular among a wide range of visitors, and some rooms allow stays with your beloved dogs. Experience a relaxing stay surrounded by nature and tranquility.

“BLANCHETTE” in “Blanchette Nanki-Shirahama” is a coined name that unites three elements: “cachette,” meaning “hideaway” in French; “blanc,” representing Shirahama’s “white”; and “fourchette,” the French word for “fork,” a symbol of fine dining. We chose this name with the hope that you will savor delicious cuisine in an elegant, high-quality setting—like relaxing at a private villa. This auberge delivers Shirahama’s charm, inspiration, healing, and surprise through both food and heartfelt hospitality.

A Resort Hotel where every room offers an ocean view, letting you enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Shirarahama all to yourself. The sparkling blue sea and white-sand beach stretch out before you, inviting you to unwind and forget everyday life. It’s the perfect place for anniversaries, birthdays, or a well-deserved getaway to celebrate life’s special moments. For families, we also offer Welcome Baby-friendly rooms suitable for guests traveling with infants. With many attractions nearby—including the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route—there are plenty of spots to enjoy nature and leisure to your heart’s content.Enjoy a memorable trip while taking in the natural beauty and history of Nanki-Shirahama.

You can stay with your pet at the Shirahama Onsen in Wakayama Prefecture, where you can enjoy Nanki seafood cuisine. Although the building is old, you can relax in a quiet room by the seaside. Enjoy a healing time with 100% natural onsen and savor seasonal seafood dishes such as Ise lobster and abalone, as well as premium marbled Wagyu beef.

At a small Property limited to 8 groups per day, you can enjoy 100% natural flowing Onsen and private bathing. The cuisine, featuring local mountain and sea delicacies, especially Kue fish dishes, Wakayama's Kumano beef, and local seafood, is exceptional. All rooms share bathrooms and toilets, but the Onsen with a sulfur aroma provides full-body relaxation, and there is also an open-air bath to gaze at the stars.

A no meals included accommodation conveniently located for Shirahama sightseeing, just a 4-minute walk to Shirarahama Beach and a 2-minute walk to the bustling downtown area with many restaurants. All rooms are equipped with a toilet, bath, and sink, and most feature a kitchen (some rooms do not have kitchens). While this is a no meals included accommodation, there are numerous dining options nearby. Additionally, rooms with kitchens allow for simple cooking, enabling you to enjoy your stay in your preferred style. It’s about a 12-minute drive to Adventure World and around 10 minutes by car to Tore Tore Market, Sandanbeki Cliffs, and Engetsu Island—making it an ideal base for sightseeing and gourmet experiences. The rooms combine West Coast-inspired design with traditional Japanese elements like tatami mats. This unique blend is popular among families as well as international guests. Western-style rooms are also available. A place where you can relax at the end of your journey. Our friendly staff will warmly welcome you—whether you're unwinding in your room or sharing travel memories if time allows!

This accommodation, known as a serene retreat for adults, is a unique garden ryokan located on a hillside near the coast, utilizing the natural terrain. It features meticulously designed spaces such as completely independent detached rooms, spacious rooms renovated from traditional houses, and Japanese-modern style rooms. Guests can also enjoy private open-air onsen baths with natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source. Indulge in the smooth and gentle hot spring waters along with exquisite cuisine prepared using carefully selected seafood and Wakayama's specialty Kumano beef.