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Fast facts

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Highest-rated hotelGuestHouse" Ro "Umegato – 4.7
Cheapest month to bookFebruary
Average 4-star hotel price$227 per night
Average 5-star hotel price$53 per night

How to find the best hotel deals in Shimonoseki

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How to find the best hotel deal in Shimonoseki

  • Like how easy it is to book flights with us? The same smart search engine can hunt down deals on Shimonoseki hotels too. Give these tips a go to find the best rates out there.

  • Lock in some of the best Shimonoseki hotel prices by planning well before you travel. Hotels sometimes offer special rates or early booking discounts to fill rooms before the busy season starts.

  • That being said, booking at the last minute can work to your advantage. Some places drop their rates a day or two before check-in to fill rooms that would otherwise stay empty.

  • Stay flexible with your dates, unlock better rates. Search for hotels across different seasons or months. Even going midweek (instead of weekends) can lead to huge savings.

  • Check for stays with free cancellation. Lock in a good rate today and easily cancel later if your travel plans change.

Where to stay in Shimonoseki

Central Shimonoseki

  • To get the most out of central Shimonoseki, you'll want to be near the attractions that inspired your visit in the first place. Here are a few accommodation options close to the highlights.

  • Settle in at Smile Hotel Shimonoseki. One of the most sought-after hotels near Itsukushima Shrine, check in here and you'll be about 0.97 kilometers from this sight. This Shimonoseki hotel gets a lot of bookings from families and has a 3-star rating.

  • When it comes to hotels near Karato Fish Market, Hotel Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki wins points for comfort and convenience. Set your bags down at this 4-star hotel in Shimonoseki and you'll be about 2 kilometers away. While it's a crowd pleaser overall, families find it especially appealing.

  • Or check what deals are available for hotels near Ichiriyama Park. Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki is 3 kilometers or so from this top sight. Business travelers regularly choose this 3-star option as their base for discovering the city in general.

When to go to Shimonoseki

  • Knowing what to expect weather-wise makes planning easier. August brings the warmest conditions, with a maximum high temperature of 31ºC (88ºF).

  • January is the coolest time of year, with lows of 1ºC (34ºF).

  • To enjoy mostly clear skies, search for Shimonoseki hotels in October. With an average of five days of rain, this is the driest month.

  • The wettest time of year is July. Visit then and you'll likely get around 12 days of rainfall.

Best hotels in Shimonoseki

Best budget hotels

  • Simply looking for a place to sleep? Budget Shimonoseki hotels provide the basics so you can spend on what really matters: adventures and buying too many souvenirs. Often equipped with money-saving amenities like self-service laundries and kitchenettes, you'll find at least 40 of these well-priced stays across the city.

  • Quintessa Hotel Kokura Comic & Books serves up comfort without the cost. Make use of Wi-Fi, parking and more at this 3-star option.

  • Smile Hotel Kokura offers conveniences like heating and luggage storage. Book this 3-star Shimonoseki hotel and make the most of your trip for less.

  • A lift and Wi-Fi are only a glimpse of what you'll find at Urban Place Inn Kokura. Another win for your travel budget, this place is rated 2 stars.

Best 4-star hotels in Shimonoseki

  • Go upscale without going overboard at one of the 4-star hotels in Shimonoseki. Pick from around nine of these stays, many of which come with perks like pools, wellness spas, and in-house dining. From the rooms to the amenities and service, you'll appreciate the extra attention to detail.

  • Book a room at Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae and enjoy the elevated comforts that come with this 4-star stay. Take advantage of a restaurant and bathrobes during your time here.

  • A restaurant and room service are just some of the amenities waiting for you at JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura. This Shimonoseki hotel finds the perfect middle ground between price and quality.

  • Still searching for the right fit? Hotel Crown Palais Kokura proves you don't have to go all-out to enjoy yourself. Take advantage of massage services, room service and other extras at this stay.

Best hotels in Shimonoseki for families

  • Family travel can be hectic, but your hotel should be the easiest part. You'll find roughly three family-friendly hotels in Shimonoseki that balance what kids want and adults need. These stays often come with handy features like multi-room suites, laundry access, baby-sitting services, and cribs.

  • You don't need a big budget to have a great time at Hotel 1-2-3 Kokura. A first aid room and Wi-Fi are a few of the amenities you'll find at this affordable 2-star option.

Best hotels with a spa

  • Add some pampering to your travel plans. Book one of the 30 or so Shimonoseki hotels with a spa and schedule in time to truly relax. Steam rooms, saunas, and beauty treatments are the types of features they come with.

  • Check in to Hotel Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki and then put the world on hold. A sauna, a spa and a host of other perks await you at this 4-star accommodation option.

  • Genpeiso is another top choice where relaxation comes easy. Make the most of a spa and a sauna at this 3-star hotel in Shimonoseki.

  • Nishitetsu Inn Kokura balances busy days of sightseeing with the bliss of a spa treatment (or two). It features a hot spring and massage services.

Best hotels with a pool

  • A pool adds a little something to your getaway. Book a resort and you'll usually find large outdoor setups and maybe even lazy rivers and water slides. At city hotels, rooftop and indoor pools are more typical. Choose from at least five pool hotels in Shimonoseki and jump right in.

  • Super Hotel Kokuraeki Minamiguchi comes with an outdoor swimming pool, a hot spring and ironing services. You'll have all the essentials for a memorable stay at this Shimonoseki hotel.

Best pet-friendly hotels

  • Traveling with your furry friend? Pet-friendly hotels often offer cozy pet beds, bowls, and outdoor areas to run around. Some even go the extra mile with things like grooming or pet-sitting services. Explore the Shimonoseki hotels that welcome pets and let your best buddy come along too.

  • At Plaza Hotel Shimonoseki, pet-friendly perks make travel easier for you both. Parking and a laundry are some other conveniences you'll find at this hotel in Shimonoseki.

Finding cheap hotels in Shimonoseki: FAQs

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Shimonoseki with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $27 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $181 per night.

The average price of a hotel during the week is $132 per night, and the average price on weekends is $169. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Shimonoseki could be Monday.

The nearest airport to Shimonoseki is Kita Kyushu Airport (KKJ), which is 13.9km from the city center.

Other airports include:

Ube Airport, which is 31.0km from the city center.
Fukuoka Airport, which is 61.5km from the city center.

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in Shimonoseki, and the most expensive day seems to be Saturday.

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Shimonoseki is currently around $87 per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is $27 per night.

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Shimonoseki is currently around $233 per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is $68 per night.

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Shimonoseki is currently around $57 per night, and the cheapest 5-star hotel we've found is $52 per night.

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Shimonoseki is February, with an average price of $102 per night. The most expensive month is May, when the average room rate can be up to $261 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels to fancy 5-star hotels.

The average price of a hotel in September is $148 per night, which is around 4% higher than the rest of the year.
If you're hitting up Shimonoseki with kids in tow, try Smile Hotel Shimonoseki.