Hotel Sea Shell  

Tucked on Japan’s Izu coast in Shimoda, Hotel Sea Shell sits about 3 km from the city center and a short stroll from Sotoura Beach. You're minutes from Shirahama Jinja Shrine, Shirahama Ohama Beach and the hot-spring area around Dogashima Onsen.

A compact spa hotel with just eight guestrooms, Sea Shell keeps things intimate. Rooms include refrigerators, minibars, flat-screen TVs, separate bathtubs and showers plus bidets; safes and electric kettles are standard and housekeeping is daily. The on-site spa and massage rooms set a relaxed, seaside mood.

Full-service spa offering body treatments and facials, a dedicated massage room, a seasonal outdoor pool and diving-club access. Rent bikes to explore the coast, fire up the barbecue area, and enjoy free Wi-Fi across the property—wake up to sea-breeze mornings and easy beach days.

Complimentary wireless internet, luggage storage and a front-desk safe-deposit box. Free self parking is available onsite.

An on-site restaurant serves local cuisine and a bar/lounge is available for drinks. Simple, regional flavors make a good finish after beach or onsen outings.