Shimonoseki Grand Hotel, Shimonoseki | Explore Room Options, Reviews & Pricing for 2025

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About the Hotel

31-2 Nabecho, Shimonoseki, Japan

The 3-star Shimonoseki Grand Hotel features panoramic views of the Kanmon Strait from its prime Karato waterfront location, offering both city and sea-facing rooms across multiple categories.

Diverse Room Options

Shimonoseki Grand Hotel's accommodations range from 237 ft² single rooms to a 2023.5 ft² Royal Suite. Sea-facing rooms include private balconies with Kyushu coastline views, while city-view rooms overlook the illuminated urban landscape. Each room features air conditioning, flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and private bathroom with bath and shower.

Dual Restaurant Experience

Two signature restaurants serve distinct cuisines: Bleu Foncé specializes in French dishes using local ingredients, while Hanase focuses on traditional Japanese cuisine featuring Shimonoseki's seafood. Operating hours are 7:00-21:00 with last orders at 14:00 for lunch and 21:00 for dinner.

Waterfront Entertainment Access

The Shimonoseki Grand Hotel provides direct access to the Arukaport boardwalk. The property connects to Kamonwafu seaside mall, offering retail shops and regional seafood vendors.

Strategic Transport Hub

Located 1 minute from Karato Pier, the hotel offers convenient ferry connections to Mojiko Retro Area (5-minute ride) and Ganryujima Island (10-minute ride). JR Shimonoseki Station is 10 minutes by bus, while Yamaguchi Ube Airport is 31 miles away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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1 person

165 sq. feet

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

165 sq. feet

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1 Single bed

City view

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Twin Room

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2 persons

240 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

Sea view

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Getting around

Available transportation options

City Center

Shimonoseki5000 ft

Airports

Yamaguchi Ube (UBJ) 29.1 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Amazing Ocean View

“I stayed in a Twin Room with Ocean View, and it was absolutely stunning! The room was clean and well-maintained, with a large balcony that allowed us to enjoy amazing views of the Setouchi and the lively pier below. Every evening, we were treated to a dazzling sunset, while mornings brought beautiful sunrises. The serene setting made for a very restful stay.” view full review

Relaxing Soaking Tub

“The bathroom was a true highlight of our stay. It featured a soaking tub equipped with good yuzu bath salts, which made for a wonderfully relaxing experience. After a long day of exploring, soaking in that tub while enjoying the views was the perfect way to unwind.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast at the hotel was quite impressive! I appreciated having the option to choose between a traditional Japanese breakfast or a Western-style meal. The Japanese breakfast was particularly delicious and offered a nice variety of flavors to start the day off right.” view full review

Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements

“The beds in our room were comfortable, providing a great night's sleep after our daily adventures. The presence of western beds and cozy seating options made it a perfect place to relax. Overall, it felt like a home away from home.” view full review

General

Smoking allowed in designated areas
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Elevator
Currency exchange
Vending machines

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Pants press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

31-2 Nabecho, Shimonoseki, Japan

Map view

31-2 Nabecho, Shimonoseki, Japan

City landmarks

6-1 Arukapoto

Kaikyokan Aquarium

2600 ft

3 Chome-3-1 Buzenda

Kaikyo Yume Tower

5100 ft

7-18 Minatomachi

Mojiko Retro

1.3 mi

4-1 Amidaijicho

Akama Shrine

3400 ft

Museums

Kyushu Railway History Museum

1.4 mi

4-1 Amidaijicho

Antokutenno Amidaji no Misasagi

2200 ft

3-14 Amidaijicho

Fujiwara Yoshie Memorial Museum

2300 ft

10-6 Kannonzakicho

The Yamaguchi Bank

2600 ft

4-3 Amidaijicho

Nisshin Kowa Memorial Hall

3400 ft

5 Chome-5 Maruyamacho

Hiyoriyama Park

5100 ft

Honjin Ito Tei Ato

3400 ft

Museums

Idemitsu Museum of Arts

1.4 mi

Parks

Hinoyama Park Turkey Tulip Garden

1.5 mi

4 Takezakicho

Heike Odori no Gunzo Statues

1.2 mi

1-32 Higashiminatomachi

Mojiko Retro High Mart

1.3 mi

Pagoda

Gokuraku-ji Temple

2500 ft

Youth Symphony Monument

2600 ft

1-1 Nakanocho Kameyama Hachimangu Shrine

Kameyama Battery Trace

3400 ft

Nakanocho

Tokoya Hassho no Chi Monument

3400 ft

22 Mimosusogawacho

Kanmon Tunnel for Humans

2.6 mi

3492 Moji

Mekari Shrine

2.6 mi

Bridges

Kanmon Bridge

2.6 mi

Nearby

4-11 Karato-chō

Former British Consulate in Shimonoseki

2000 ft

6 Karatocho

St. Francis Xavier Shimonoseki Jorikunoji

2000 ft

1-1 Nakanocho

Kameyamahachimangu

2000 ft

5-7 Tanakamachi

Kinuyo Tanaka Bunkakan

2000 ft

Nabecho Hoka

Misuzu Kaneko Uta no Komichi

2000 ft

Arukapoto

Shimonoseki City Arukapoto East Breakwater Lighthouse

2000 ft

5-3

Suehiro Inari Shrine

2000 ft

1-6-14 Ichinomiyahommachi

Nigori Ike

2000 ft

Restaurants

Fukunokawaku Karato

1700 ft

5-1 Karatocho

Bleu Fonce

2000 ft

31-2 Nabecho

Sky Beer Garden

0 ft

31-2 Nabecho Shimonoseki Grand Hotel

Takada Coffee

1600 ft

9-11 Nagato-Machi

Karatoya

1500 ft

6-1 Karatocho 2F Kamome Wharf

Fujiya

1500 ft

6-1 Karatocho

Karato Nekketsu Dining Ichiba No Yoko 1845

1500 ft

6-1 Karatocho Kamon Wharf 2F

Ichibashokudo Yoshi

1900 ft

5-50 Karatocho Karato Market 2F

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily return

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

9.2

Service

8.0

Dining

5.0

Randy

United States of America, February 2025

7.6/10

The hotel was very clean and conveniently situated for my business trip to Shimonoseki, being close to the harbor and aquarium. Although the decor felt a bit outdated, I appreciated the large balcony that made my stay enjoyable. However, the lack of Wi-Fi in the rooms was a hassle, and the amenities could use a refresh.

Rooms

7.0

The room was clean with a spacious balcony, but the decor felt dated.

Service

8.0

The staff were helpful and accommodating during my stay.

Location

9.0

Being next to the harbor boardwalk and the fish market was a fantastic convenience.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

I noticed the amenities were a bit lacking, and there was no Wi-Fi in the rooms which made things less convenient.

Shirley

United States of America, December 2024

7.6/10

My stay was enjoyable overall, thanks to the hotel’s prime location near the harbor, fish market, and aquarium. While the rooms had a nostalgic charm, they were a bit outdated and lacked some modern amenities like Wi-Fi. The clean facilities and helpful staff added to the experience, and I appreciated the value for money. However, the limited tech amenities and dated decor hold it back from being perfect.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean, but the decor is quite dated, which gave it a unique yet somewhat stuck-in-time vibe. The large balcony was a great addition for relaxation.

Service

8.0

The service was helpful, and the staff did their best to accommodate my needs throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is superbly located right next to the harbor and a short drive from the train station, making it super convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

While the facilities were clean, they felt a bit limited without essential amenities like hot pots or Wi-Fi in the rooms. I did find a nice induction plate, which was a nice alternative for boiling water.

Derek

United States of America, November 2024

7.0/10

The hotel is very clean and perfectly located near the harbor, making it convenient for my business trip. However, the amenities feel quite outdated, reminiscent of the 1970s, which was a bit of a downside. The room’s large balcony was a nice touch, making it easy to relax with a glass of wine despite the dated decor. Overall, it was a decent place for the price, but certain features like Wi-Fi could use some modernization.

Rooms

7.0

The room decor is a bit dated, but we had a large balcony that made up for it. Overall, the room was clean and comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff were helpful and well-informed, assisting with everything we needed during our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is ideally located right next to the harbor boardwalk, close to the fish market and aquarium, which is very convenient.

Dining

5.0

There wasn't an ice machine, but a Family Mart next door provided bags of ice. Unfortunately, there wasn't a hot pot for boiling water, which was a bit of a hassle.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities, like the LAN but lack of Wi-Fi in rooms and the outdated bathroom features, are in need of an update.

Carol

United States of America, November 2024

7.8/10

This hotel has a fantastic location right next to the harbor boardwalk and close to the fish market and aquarium, which I found really convenient. The room decor feels a bit like a throwback to the 1970s, but having a spacious balcony made up for that minor drawback. I appreciated the cleanliness of the place and the accommodating staff. However, the lack of Wi-Fi in the rooms was a bit disappointing, and it took some patience to boil water with the small induction plate provided.

Rooms

7.0

The room decor is dated but the large balcony is a nice touch.

Service

8.0

Staff were helpful and friendly during my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is superb, right next to the harbor boardwalk and fish market.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

Clean hotel, but amenities are quite dated, giving an old-fashioned feel.

Keith

United States of America, October 2024

7.6/10

The hotel boasts a fantastic location near the harbor boardwalk, fish market, and aquarium, making it easy to explore Shimonoseki. While the rooms are a bit dated, the spacious balconies make up for it, allowing us to enjoy our evenings with a glass of wine. The lack of Wi-Fi in the rooms was a slight inconvenience, but overall, the stay was enjoyable and reasonably priced.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are quite spacious and feature large balconies, although the decor feels a bit outdated.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful during our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly located next to the harbor and within short driving distance to the train station.

Dining

Facilities

6.0