About this property
Hot-spring baths and massages can be enjoyed at Nakanoshima, located a 5-minute ferry ride from Kanko Sanbashi pier. Traditional Kaiseki dinners and rooms with views of Nachi Bay are featured. Rooms at Nakanoshima Hotel have a traditional decor and come with both Western-style and Japanese-style seating areas. Guests sleep on futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. All rooms are air-conditioned and include an LCD TV, an en suite bathroom, green tea and Yukata robes. Kanko Sanbashi pier is a 7-minute walk from JR Kii-Katsura Train Station, near which are several hot-spring footbath spots and a fish market. A 30-minute drive brings you to Nachi Waterfall or Nachi Kumano Taisha shrine. The hotel has free parking. Both indoor and outdoor baths are available at the hotel. Fishing can be enjoyed nearby. Guests can enjoy meals at the dining hall.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Joycelyn
Singapore
“The hotel staff are very hospitable and they speak very good English. The dinner & breakfast were fantastic! The environment is very pleasant & serene as it is surrounded by the sea.” - Marc
Switzerland
“The small island setup with views and walk on top The onsen The food for dinner The staff” - Tracey
Australia
“Exceptional, courteous and diligent staff. Excellent views of the exquisite foliage on the visible hills. Fabulous meals.” - Samantha
Canada
“The private onsen, the view, the foots baths, the umeshu bar, and supper was great!” - Amy
Australia
“Excellent place for relax and recharge after long day hiking from Kumano Kodo trail. Staff services are outstanding. Highly recommended.” - Daniel
Canada
“Nakanoshima is an idyllic location; the island is the perfect place to relax and leave all your tensions behind. The personnel, facilities, and service ensure your stay is spotless and exceeds all expectations. We only stayed here for a night, but...” - Benz
Philippines
“This hotel is like paradise! They have a private ferry to shuttle you to the hotel and when you get there, the staff are on top of assisting you with bags and anything. Rooms are a bit of a walk from the lobby (around 2-5 mins) but once you get...” - John
Singapore
“Extremely luxurious and premium feel. Many additional snacks and items were provided. Dinner was fantastic. The outdoor trek was also fun and provided good views.” - Lee
Singapore
“Breakfast and dinner is great, the outdoor onsen is very beautiful as well. Room is clean and spacious. Had a walk at their outdoor trail, gives a nice view of the surrounding sea.” - Janick
Switzerland
“It's definitely the most beautyful onsen I've seen so far. Very nice location, hotel and staff. Massage seat in the room was great! My girlfriend could join the onsen even though she was tattoed.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- ダイニング熊野の恵
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.







The fine print
Hot-spring bath opening hours: 05:00-10:00, 14:00-24:00
Charges are applicable for the reservable hot-spring baths.
The last ferry to the hotel from Kanko Sanbashi leaves at 23:00.
The hotel's doors are locked shortly after the ferry docks.
Guests must pay an additional hot-spring tax per person per night.
Please inform Kumano-bettei Nakanoshima in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.