A 4-minute drive from the Port of Miyanoura, Minshuku Iwakawa offers affordable Japanese-style accommodations, rooftop barbecue facilities and free-use washing machines. Free Wi-Fi is available, and a free shuttle is provided from the port. Iwakawa Minshuku is a 25-minute drive from Unesco World Heritage Site Jomon Sugi, and from the gorgeous Shiratani Unsuikyo Ravine. Yakushima Airport is a 22-minute drive away, and the hotel is a 15-minute walk from the Port of Miyanoura. Air-conditioned rooms come with a tatami (woven mat) floor, a low table, seating cushions and traditional futon bedding. Shared bathroom facilities are for private use, and offer soap and shampoo. The Minshuku's shared kitchen is furnished with a stove, microwave, fridge and kitchenware. Barbecue facilities on Iwakawa's roof of can be freely used upon reservation, and clothes can be dried on the rooftop or in coin-operated clothes dryers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.4
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  • Katharina
    Germany Germany
    Very good location, good wifi and parking right next to the building. Bus stop is also right in front of the building. The facilities are simple, but basic standard for japanese guest houses. There are recommendations and pamphlets available for...
  • Rafavodo
    Argentina Argentina
    if you move by bus be carefull because they are few hours and last one coming back is very early
  • Yael
    Israel Israel
    The place is great Clean, big, good kitchen Free parking. The entrance to the new building is a bit hard with a car

Area info

Amenities of Minshuku Iwakawa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Activities
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Packed lunches
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Minshuku Iwakawa takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 9:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Visa Cash Minshuku Iwakawa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    To use the hotel's free shuttle, please make a reservation at time of booking.

    Please inform Minshuku Iwakawa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    License number: 指令屋保第159号, 指令屋保第93号

    FAQs about Minshuku Iwakawa

    • Room options at Minshuku Iwakawa include:

      • Triple
      • Quad
      • Single

    • Check-in at Minshuku Iwakawa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.

    • Minshuku Iwakawa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Fishing

    • The prices at Minshuku Iwakawa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Minshuku Iwakawa is 5 miles from the center of Yakushima. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.