LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima

7.8

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.8/10, based on 1,490 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Oyado Tsukiusagi	9.8/10	210
🥈 2nd	Itsumoya	9.9/10	79
🥉 3rd	ITSUKUSHIMA IROHA	9.5/10	512
4th	Itsukushimahigashimonzen Kikugawa	9.4/10	899
5th	Bettei Fujiya	9.6/10	26
6th	Jukeiso	9.3/10	1,540
7th	Iwaso	9.3/10	1,298
8th	Kikunoya	9.1/10	2,109
9th	Kinsuikan	9.1/10	347
10th	宮島離れの宿 IBUKU -Miyajima Hanare no Yado IBUKU-	9.0/10	729
11th	Miyajima Seaside Hotel	9.0/10	686
12th	Yamaichi Bekkan	8.9/10	127
13th	Miyajima Hotel Makoto	8.8/10	385
14th	Mizuhasou	8.8/10	691
15th	Sakuraya	8.8/10	1,063
16th	Miyajima Morinoyado	8.6/10	52
17th	Ryokan with natural hot springs and okonomiyaki Miyajima-an Hiroshima	8.2/10	77
18th	Miyajima Shiro	7.7/10	113
19th	LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima Current ryokan	7.8/10	1,490

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM

Sea Views Mountain Setting National Park Old Town Temple District Hot Spring Bath

Location

739-0588 Hiroshima, Miyajima, Tsukaishi-shi 634, Japan

Staff 7,7/10

Facilities 7,6/10

Cleanliness 7,5/10

Comfort 7,7/10

Value for money 7,3/10

Location 8,4/10

Miyajima Island StayLocated on Miyajima itself, making island sightseeing easy before and after day crowds.

Shrine View OnsenHot spring baths are promoted with views toward Itsukushima Shrine and its famous torii area.

Private Bath RoomsSome ocean-view rooms include dedicated outdoor baths for a more exclusive stay.

Wide Room ChoiceRoom types include Japanese, Japanese-Western, and larger options for different travel styles.

Ocean-View RetreatMultiple room categories feature ocean views, adding a scenic resort feel on the island.

Meals Included OptionsPlans are available with breakfast, dinner, or both for convenient overnight stays.

Recommended stay1 nightScenery and island atmosphere are the main driver. Arrive by afternoon, bathe before dinner, walk the shrine area in the evening or early morning, then depart after breakfast or a half-day on Miyajima.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night Miyajima stay for travelers who want the island after day-trippers leave and a resort-style bath break near the shrine area.

Know before booking

Limited long-stay depthMiyajima has enough for a strong overnight, but most travelers run out of new nearby sights after a second night unless hiking Mount Misen slowly.

Luggage logisticsYou must reach the island by ferry, so this is less convenient than a mainland Hiroshima base for heavy bags or frequent regional transfers.

Not a city baseGood for Miyajima itself, weak for travelers wanting late dining, nightlife, or fast back-and-forth urban sightseeing.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

On-site live buffet focused on Hiroshima flavors, with breakfast and dinner.

Yakigaki no Hayashi (nearby)

nearbyabout 8 min walk

Well-known Miyajima oyster specialist on Omotesando.

Kakiya (nearby)

nearbyabout 10 min walk

Stylish oyster restaurant on Miyajima Omotesando.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive via JR Miyajimaguchi Station or Hiroden-miyajima-guchi, take the short ferry to Miyajima, then continue by taxi if carrying luggage or walk if traveling light. Hiroshima Airport is the most useful airport, usually via Hiroshima Station or Miyajimaguchi connections.

JR Miyajimaguchi Stationstation
2.1 km1 Chome-3-23 Miyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 30 min walkabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10 min ferry plus short walk from the station to the ferry side
Best rail gateway for most visitors arriving from Hiroshima or the JR network; especially practical for JR pass users.
Hiroshima Stationstation
18 kmMatsubaracho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japanabout 31–46 min by carabout 40–60 min overall to Miyajimaguchi before ferry, depending on connection
Major regional hub for shinkansen, local JR trains, buses, and airport connections; the best long-distance arrival hub before continuing to Miyajima.
Hiroden-miyajima-guchimetro
2.1 kmMiyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 30 min walkabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10 min ferry plus a very short walk between tram stop and ferry area
Useful alternative if arriving by Hiroshima streetcar rather than JR; slower than JR from central Hiroshima but simple and scenic.
Miyajima Ferry Terminalbus
460 mMiyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 10–15 min on foot, depending on luggage and routeabout 3–5 min by taxilocal access best checked locally
Most important arrival point on the island; best final transfer point for the ryokan after crossing from Miyajimaguchi.
Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminalbus
2.1 kmMiyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 25 min walkabout 5–10 min by taxiferry crossing usually about 10 min, then onward transfer on Miyajima
Key mainland transfer point linking rail and tram arrivals with ferries to Miyajima; ideal for travelers changing modes.
Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airportairport
19 kmOki, Iwakuni, Yamaguchi, Japanabout 60–90 min overall with ferry transfer, depending on pickup and trafficroute options vary and are usually less direct than from Hiroshima Airport
Secondary airport option, potentially useful for some domestic itineraries, but usually less straightforward than Hiroshima Airport for Miyajima access.
Hiroshima Airportairport
57 km64-31 Zennyuji, Hongo-cho, Mihara, Hiroshima, Japanabout 75–100 min overall with ferry transfer, traffic and connections varyingoften about 90–120 min overall via bus and train combinations, best checked locally
Most useful airport for this ryokan; usually reached via Hiroshima Station or other onward ground transport before continuing to Miyajimaguchi and ferry.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Stay directly on MiyajimaYou sleep on the island itself, which makes it much easier to enjoy the calmer evening and early-morning atmosphere after most day-trippers leave. That is a real advantage for visiting Itsukushima Shrine and the waterfront with fewer crowds.
Many rooms have private open-air bathsSeveral room types include their own natural hot spring open-air or semi-open-air bath, including larger suite categories. This adds privacy and makes the stay feel more special than a standard hotel stop.
Strong bath and sauna setupBeyond guest-room baths, the property has a large public bath, sauna, cold bath, outdoor rest area, and a private reservable bath. It suits travelers who want a more spa-like stay rather than just a place to sleep.
More resort facilities than typical island innsThe hotel offers extras such as a summer pool and jacuzzi, karaoke, table tennis, a comic lounge, and an izakaya-style space after bathing. That makes it a practical pick for families or groups who want evening activities on-site.
Room sizes can be generousUpper categories such as the Ocean Suite are notably spacious, with terrace space and layouts that are more spread out than many traditional inn rooms on the island. This is helpful if you want extra comfort for a longer or more relaxed stay.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Less traditional ryokan characterThis property leans more toward a modern resort hotel than a classic small Japanese ryokan with refined kaiseki and a deeply traditional feel. Travelers seeking old-world charm may prefer another Miyajima stay.
Some rooms are smokingNot every room category is non-smoking, so room choice matters if you are sensitive to smoke. This is worth checking carefully before booking.
Public baths may face maintenance timingThe main bath area has regular maintenance days, with reopening later in the day. If hot-spring access is your main priority, that schedule could affect your stay planning.
Late arrival is not idealFinal check-in is relatively early at 22:00, which can be inconvenient if you are arriving late via Hiroshima and the ferry connection. It is better suited to travelers with a smoother daytime arrival.
It can feel busy rather than intimateWith 58 rooms and day-use bath access, the atmosphere may feel more active and less secluded than a boutique inn. If you want a quiet, highly personalized ryokan experience, this may not be the best match.

Current position: 19th out of 19 ryokans in Miyajima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
14th	Mizuhasou	8.8/10	691
15th	Sakuraya	8.8/10	1,063
16th	Miyajima Morinoyado	8.6/10	52
17th	Ryokan with natural hot springs and okonomiyaki Miyajima-an Hiroshima	8.2/10	77
18th	Miyajima Shiro	7.7/10	113
19th	LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima Current ryokan	7.8/10	1,490