Ginpaso ★★★★

"The accommodation and food were excellent and I was very satisfied with my relaxing stay. However, the shampoo and conditioner were at the level of a business hotel, which made my hair feel rough. Even using a ReFa hair dryer didn't improve the roughness at all, so I wish they hadn't compromised on that point and provided better service, considering the high price."

Toyoko Inn Banshu Ako Ekimae ★★★

"Not bad at all! Friendly front desk service, three coin washing machines and three dryers."

KAMENOI HOTEL AKO ★★★★

"just book it it’s great"

Shiosai　Kirara Shokichi ★★★

"The hotel lobby and rooms all face the sea, and the adjacent Iwatsuhime Shrine offers unparalleled sunset views, being one of Japan's "100 Best Sunset Spots." Sea views are also enjoyed while soaking in the outdoor hot springs. The hotel staff provides excellent service, and the traditional Japanese breakfast is very authentic. The only regret was not having booked dinner in advance; we had to walk quite a distance to find one, as there aren't many restaurants open in the vicinity in the evenings."

Ako Park Hotel ★★★

"It was a nice room."

Misaki Terrace ★★

"A truly satisfying experience! I would definitely stay here many more times! The room was spacious and quiet, offering a very comfortable stay! A floor-to-ceiling window overlooked the sea, offering a perfect view of the sunrise; I didn't even want to draw the curtains while sleeping! The room was fully equipped, especially the kitchenware, which included various cooking utensils and basic seasonings. As someone who enjoys cooking, seeing the kitchen immediately made me decide to cook all my meals in the room! The hotel is largely self-service; there are usually no staff at the front desk, but they provide contact information so you can call if needed. The hotel staff were also very friendly. When we checked in, a staff member happened to be passing by and immediately helped us carry our luggage to the room; otherwise, we would have had to carry it up the stairs ourselves. Furthermore, we only decided to use the barbecue grill on the balcony after checking in, but because we notified the hotel too late, they couldn't prepare any ingredients. However, they provided the grill for us and gave us detailed directions on where to buy barbecue ingredients nearby."

Kariya Ryokan Q ★★★

"The inn is conveniently located about an 8-minute walk from Banshu Ako Station, and we were given a thorough tour of the inn, making for a very pleasant stay. There is also a courtyard within the inn, and drinking coffee while looking out at the garden is fantastic. I would definitely stay at this inn again if I had the opportunity."

Dot Glamping Ako ★★★★

Donkairo ★★★

"I stumbled upon this hotel by chance. Firstly, I love the Seto Inland Sea, and then I was drawn in by its creative cuisine and the vibrant, energetic name, "Tunkairo" (meaning "Sea-Swallowing Pavilion"). The hotel is built on a cliff overlooking the sea, with two baths: one indoors surrounded by massive rocks, and the other a completely open-air bath. The day I checked in was chilly and I was huddled up. The women's bath was outdoors, and after a thorough shower, I entered the bath and immediately felt relaxed. Although I'm very sensitive to heat, a breath of fresh air and a glance at the swirling snowflakes made me soak for an extra fifteen minutes! The food seemed to be made with seasonal ingredients; since oysters are in season, there were two dishes with large, plump oysters for dinner, which was very satisfying. Other appetizers, such as sashimi, grilled fish, and seafood rice, were decent. Overall, it's a very cost-effective hot spring hotel. Oh, and they also offer a shuttle service from the station."