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Smile Hotel Wakayama

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Wakayama Castle

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Exterior
Cleanliness standards
Point of interest
Daily local cuisine breakfast (JPY 1200 per person)
Point of interest

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
18 Minamimigiwacho, Wakayama, Wakayama-ken, 640-8232
  • Wakayama Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Kataonami Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kimiiji Temple
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Basic Single Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Basic Single Room, Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Basic Twin Room, Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Wakayama

Smile Hotel Wakayama places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Museum of Modern Art and Wakayama Castle. This 87-room, 3-star hotel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Wakayama Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wakayama City Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kataonami Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Kimiiji Temple - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Kuroshio Market - 11 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wakayamashi station - 14 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪十四階農園 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪本まぐろ地魚地酒 おぎん - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪紅松庵 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪migiwa standard - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪まる万ラーメン - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Wakayama

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Wakayama Castle
Smile Hotel Wakayama offers a computer station, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for JPY 1000 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a vending machine.
19-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free wired internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and phones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,200 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Shangri-La

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 1200 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night (in/out privileges)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Tokyu Inn Wakayama
Wakayama Tokyu
Smile Wakayama
Wakayama Tokyu Inn
Smile Hotel Wakayama Hotel
Smile Hotel Wakayama Wakayama
Smile Hotel Wakayama Hotel Wakayama

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Smile Hotel Wakayama?

Smile Hotel Wakayama provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Smile Hotel Wakayama?

This hotel in Wakayama is within a 10-minute walk of Wakayama Castle, Wakayama City Children's Museum, and Wakayama Park Zoo. You'll also find Wakayama City Museum and Museum of Modern Art less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Smile Hotel Wakayama?

Yes, covered parking is offered for JPY 1,000 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Smile Hotel Wakayama have a casino at the property?

No, Smile Hotel Wakayama doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Smile Hotel Wakayama?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Smile Hotel Wakayama?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, free Internet access, and bathrobes.

Does Smile Hotel Wakayama have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Smile Hotel Wakayama have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Smile Hotel Wakayama serves breakfast (local cuisine) for a surcharge each morning at Shangri-La.

Will Smile Hotel Wakayama allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Smile Hotel Wakayama though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Smile Hotel Wakayama?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Smile Hotel Wakayama?

The closest major airport to Smile Hotel Wakayama is Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX), which is 25.4 mi away (43 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is around 28.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Smile Hotel Wakayama?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Smile Hotel Wakayama.

Smile Hotel Wakayama Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 538 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

View of Castle

Amazing hotel with an even better view. I had a superb view of Wakayama’s castle straight from my hotel room. Of course the staff were nice and the room was clean and comfortable. The location is brilliant although it is about a 15-20 minute walk to one of the two close by train stations. I would strongly recommend this hotel for the view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the castle and down town . Save . Great staff .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with group
Hotel a bit old
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kin Hei Steve

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. With parking space
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAWSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s alright.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAWSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Lianne

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom stinks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wah lok

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location it's about five bus stop Price is very good Breakfast with a view Wakayama Castle Breakfast is a must ¥900 very good price and with a killing view The hotel offers bicycle for free , but the problem is only for one hour You cannot get to anywhere within an hour so we did not use the service at all My suggestion most of the people will come and use the free bicycle only once even though they stay for many days why not let the hotel guest to use the service with combine hours Bus fare is quite expensive in Japan for the short distance right taking a taxi is lot better
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Yuen Kiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view of the Wakayama castle is good. The hotel is clean. But the facilities are old.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Classic Old-Style Hotel

Very Good Breakfast! The only drawback of this Property is that you cannot open the window in your room. It is also a bit dated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

HIDEO

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent view of Wakayama castle
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has everything that I ask for in a room; a bed and a shower!! Great view of the castle too!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view of castle!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

A.I., Nagasaki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and tidy. The only thing I noticed was they didn’t change cups which we used when they cleaned the room while we were out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very clean and the staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view was special.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and the staff were incredibly helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Friendly staff

Located opposite to Wakayama Castle, though not close to JR station Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice view of Wakayama castle.

Room was spacious and the view from the was good.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and convenient as expected

It was standard, clean, comfortable, as expected from all hotel stays. But the location was about 10-15min bus ride away from the main JR Wakayama station.

8/10 Good

Erica, Reading

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

Great Castle View

Booked and stayed for 1 night in a double room. Free upgrade to Lady's Package (bunch of cosmetics samples and some extra teas in the room) was given :) My room had SUPERB view of Wakayama Castle, which was breath taking. Room was a bit old, and I found some hairs on bathroom floor, and washlet on toilet didn't work, plus the air-con didn't chill the air and it was hot, and bathroom was like the smallest I have ever used, but otherwise it was a clean and comfortable room. Wifi worked well. Breakfast was good. The castle view from the restaurant was even better than my room's. There was free coffee at the reception, so I could grab one to go when setting off for a little hike, which was lovely. There was a leaflet about seafood eatery in the room so I tried it, it was OK, but nothing spectacular. It was overly busy for them so service was so slow. Nice ladies serving and was pleasant enough though.