Really helpful staff, especially the young receptionist and our Nepalese waitress. Both worked so hard to help and guide us. The Onsen were very good, tidy and well organised. Plenty of information about the hotel but always someone to ask, staff were all very polite. Breakfast was amazing, so much to choose from both Japanese and Western style. Evening meal in the great hall was enjoyable and an interesting experience. Would recommend you try it.

Some parts of the hotel clearly needed some decoration and areas appeared to be no longer in use eg the pool, unclear if it was out of season or just not in use.

We had a great stay at Shimoda View Hotel. My partner is vegan, and the chef kindly arranged full vegan dinners for her on both nights we stayed there. Not many other places were willing to do this. Also the quality and care put into the food was greatly appreciated! My partner felt very well catered to. The staff were all very friendly as well, especially Kaori and Devi who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. The room itself was excellent. It was very spacious, with a private open air bath overlooking the ocean. Well worth the stay here - hope to come back someday!

The room is really spacious, the view was wonderful, we were on the 9th floor and we could see the whole beach and some of the islands too. The breakfast and dinner was really good as well, I recommend getting both as there are no other restaurants in walking distance. We could park out car without reservation, and the beach was a few minutes of (slopy) walk away.

There were insects in the outdoor onsen, but given that we were there in summer this is unavoidable.

The view was absolutely gorgeous, and the staff were so lovely and kind. They really tried to make our stay as good as possible, I will come again and will recommend to my friends.

It’s in a beautiful spot but it is a taxi ride away from the station. Luckily the taxis are not expensive, and the hotel has a shuttle bus in the morning if you need it.

I had a room with a ceramic bath overlooking the bay which was stunning. Great value for money. The rest of the hotel was a bit faded and dated but the room made up for and short falls there.

No loungers by the pool. Not enough choice for food ifupu didn't want the full buffet.

the private onsen was awesome. Such a great view of they bay, and very well done. The room was comfortable, and the hotel was in good order. Loved the path down to beach available to guests as well as the observation deck near the pool area. The breakfast was really tasty as well.

The room was slightly tired, The In-room onsen was very very hot. As long as you add some cold water (provided) it's OK after that.

The private onsen outside bath with bay view is incredible! The dinner (not included in the price) was very tasty and prepared with lots of love and care.

Loved the outdoor bath.

No food services in site. Which isn't an issue as there's plenty to eat in surrounding areas.

The hotel rooms have a wonderful view! The rooms are clean and nice. The Onsen is perfect. We enjoyed so much!

There is a 10min walk down the hill to the beach, and then climbing it up back can be quite hard with young kids. Also only one member of the staff could speak English, when she was not there it was impossible to communicate with the hotel stuff.

Large room, well kept and clean. Good view. Excellent breakfast spread.

Though well appointed, the room interior was a little dated.