Smile Hotel Wakayama
Minamimigiwacho 18
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The location is great”
“we loved the location because it was next to the castle”
“cool view to the wakayama castle from the room”
“Our room had a perfect view to see the Wakayama Castle”
“We did not have the breakfast as it cost extra and was very expensive”
“Good breakfast”
“Staffs were helpful”
“easy to find and helpful staff”
“The room was clean and relatively roomy”
“Good size and clean room with fantastic view of the castle”
“The castle views are stunning, the price is good”
“Super value”
Overview
Just 300 metres from Wakayama Castle Park, Smile Hotel Wakayama provides air-conditioned rooms with free wired internet and a coffee/tea maker. The hotel offers massage services, a Japanese/Western buffet breakfast and free-use bicycles. Rooms at Wakayama Smile Hotel come with a wood desk and a fridge. Extra towels are available at charge. The en suite bathroom includes a bath and slippers. JR Wakayama Train Station and Hinokuma-gu Shrine are 2.5 km from the hotel, and Kansai International Airport is a 35-minute drive. It is a 15-minute drive from the Wakayama Exit on the Hanwa Expressway. A coin launderette is available on site. Breakfast is served in the hall from 07:00-10:00.
Traveller reviews
Jessuina
couple
March 29, 2026
“Great view of the castle”
The location is great. Many buses past this area. The castle views are stunning, the price is good.
Allerttina
solo_traveller
October 13, 2025
“Hotel had fantastic views of the Castle. Looked great at night.”
We did not have the breakfast as it cost extra and was very expensive.
Roel
solo_traveller
October 12, 2025
Good breakfast
Tufan
family_with_children
March 25, 2025
“As always, enjoyed our stay very much”
breakfast was better than our expectations. we loved the location because it was next to the castle.
Mj
couple
March 19, 2025
There's this rude guy in the reception who is not willing to help us. Telling us that he can't do our request. But I already talked to a person upon check in that this is possible. I don't know what's is he's problem. While the lady listening who is also at the reception, she helped us and explained to this guy that we could help them. This guy is weird 😐
Marleen
couple
October 15, 2024
cool view to the wakayama castle from the room
patrick
extended_group
October 8, 2024
OK Good view
Akemi
solo_traveller
September 19, 2024
“The Smile Hotel made me smile!!”
The room was clean and relatively roomy. The breakfast buffet was excellent featuring several Wakayama specialties. I loved the location away from downtown close to Wakayama Castle, the Wakayama Prefecture Museum, The Wakayama City Museum and the MOMAW. The view of Wakayama Castle was an extra bonus!
Factolerin
couple
August 27, 2024
It was very convenient to go anywhere, and nearby Wakayama castle . Our room had a perfect view to see the Wakayama Castle.
John T
couple
April 9, 2024
Super value. Good size and clean room with fantastic view of the castle. Breakfast is 900 yen per person which is also worth the money, mostly Japanese dishes but they also have eggs, sausages, breads and yogurt plus panorama view of the castle. They had a place for our bikes.
Isabella
couple
April 5, 2024
“overall good”
you can see the Wakayama castle while having your breakfast buffet, and even in your room. Good view!
Bee
solo_traveller
December 1, 2023
Location
Jens
extended_group
September 27, 2023
“Great view onto the castle”
Great Location right next to the Castle, though a bit far from the station. View over the castle especially great at night and during breakfast. Though windows cannot be opened and were a bit dirty.
Akiko
solo_traveller
August 21, 2023
location was good. overall the place was cleen compared to other Smile Hotels in Japan.
Subarna
couple
August 18, 2023
“It was not value for money as the room and restroom was not clean and seems not well maintained.”
Location is good. Staffs were helpful.
カズユキ
solo_traveller
August 14, 2023
“The stay was comfortable”
good place to travel by car
Gregory
solo_traveller
June 4, 2023
“lovely and helpful staff and ease of hotel next to famous castle”
easy to find and helpful staff
Frederick
couple
June 1, 2023
“Hotel next to the Castle with a great view .”
Typical Smile Hotel with efficient service and a great window view of Wakayama Castle.
Frederick
couple
April 28, 2023
“Typical business hotel with a glorious view.”
Stunning view of Wakayama Castle and grounds from the room.
Amy
couple
November 21, 2022
“The room is relatively old, with the bathroom ventilation already out of order.”
the bathroom ventilation doesn't work, but we asked the staff for an extra ventilation machine, good that they can provide.
Facilities
Activities
Massage
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift, Heating, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Parking
Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Laundry, Dry cleaning, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Trouser press, Vending machine (drinks), Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This twin room is air-conditioned and has an electric kettle, heating and city views. The unit has 2 beds.
Twin Room - Smoking
This twin room comes with 2 single beds. No extra beds are available.
Single Room - Non-Smoking
Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This single room is air-conditioned and features an electric kettle, heating and city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Single Room - Smoking
This single room comes with 1 single bed. No extra beds are available.
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