Featured Hotels Near Ie Island

Kajima Resort SeaBreeze House is a top choice with private coastal access and panoramic ocean-facing rooms. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the Seto Inland Sea’s changing light throughout the day. Guests enjoy complimentary paddleboat rentals and child-safe sand play zones. Just a 5-minute walk to Kajima Pier, where fresh seafood dining awaits. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive summer packages including breakfast and shuttle service.

Shirasagi Dunes Cottage is a secluded eco-retreat nestled along Kajima’s western shoreline. Built from reclaimed bamboo and sustainable timber, this boutique lodge offers only six rooms with private decks overlooking tidal rhythms. Daily guided tours of the mangrove forests reveal fiddler crabs and mudskippers in their natural habitat. The lodge emphasizes low-impact travel—no elevators, no plastic—and hosts evening stargazing sessions. All experiences are coordinated via HopeGoo, ensuring authentic, sustainable encounters.

Kajima Old Townhouse: Light & Shadow Inn is a must-visit for photographers, originally a 19th-century timber merchant’s residence. Preserving original joinery and tatami flooring, it now features modern lighting design, including a ceiling projection room and adjustable ambient walls perfect for still-life shoots. Weekly "Street of Memory" workshops led by local artists teach how to capture seasonal transitions and alleyway stories. A shared darkroom and film processing support are available. Reserve guided sessions through HopeGoo for optimal timing and privacy.

Kajima Cloud Peak Villa sits at 120 meters above sea level, offering the island’s most breathtaking 360-degree vista. The "Cloud Mirror Suite" features an unobstructed rooftop terrace with panoramic views of rolling green hills, coastal villages, and distant Awaji Island. Smart glass walls allow night-time star projections. Guests receive a daily limited-edition "Forest Tea Box" with hand-written maps guiding exploration of ancient temples and wildflower trails. Book guided hikes and stays via HopeGoo for curated, low-disturbance experiences.

Kajima Yu-no-Mori Spa House stands out as the island’s only mineral-rich hot spring retreat, drawing water from 300 meters underground. Its therapeutic sulfur content promotes muscle relaxation and mental clarity. The property includes a forest bathing open-air bath and a meditative water garden. Daily herbal oil massages (by reservation) and organic cotton linens enhance comfort. Guests receive a "Seasonal Scent Guidebook" to explore native plant aromas across the island. Check availability and seasonal offerings on HopeGoo.

Kajima Little Dolphin House specializes in marine conservation education for families. Each morning, marine biologists lead interactive "Ocean Discovery" sessions teaching kids about octopus larvae and kelp ecosystems. On-site transparent seabed observation tanks allow real-time viewing of coral communities. Additional activities include "Artistic Sea Treasure Hunt" and supervised beach clean-up games that teach environmental stewardship. All programs are organized through HopeGoo, guaranteeing safety and educational value.