Hotel Sun Hatoya
7,8/10 Very good - Based on 10 reviews
Hotel Sun Hatoya sits on the Ito coastline and presents itself as a coastal ryokan offering sea-view rooms and a range of communal facilities. Guest rooms are equipped with basic in-room conveniences such as electric kettles, air conditioning and safes, and many overlook Sagami Bay. On the property you will find both indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, a restaurant serving Japanese-style and international dishes, and buffet-style breakfast options; the property is frequently described as a ryokan with onsen in Izu for travelers seeking a coastal hot-spring experience.
The property’s bathing facilities are a central feature: multiple public baths include open-air onsen and a themed “sea‑bottom” onsen often referred to in materials as the fish bath, plus sauna, hot tub/jacuzzi and spa treatments. Entertainment and leisure options on site range from live evening shows in the dining area to karaoke, table tennis and a small game room, and there is an established shuttle connection and shared-use arrangements with the group’s nearby hotel for additional bathing or dining choices. For those studying options in the region, this hotel functions as a practical ryokan with onsen Shizuoka visitors can combine with coastal sightseeing.
Practical points: the hotel operates a short local-bus or drive connection to central Ito and offers private parking and Wi‑Fi in public areas; some transfer and pick-up services are noted on group materials. The property is family-oriented with a variety of room types and daytime activities, but guests should be aware that access to public baths can be restricted for visible tattoos in line with local bathing etiquette. Overall it serves as a straightforward coastal base for visitors who want onsen access alongside pool, spa and entertainment options.
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Review summary for: Hotel Sun Hatoya
Positive Reviews
Beautiful sea/front views from rooms
Guests repeatedly praised the scenery — the sea is directly in front of the property and rooms offer beautiful, relaxing views.
Unique, soothing onsen experience
The ocean/sea-bottom bath that allows viewing fish while bathing was highlighted as enjoyable and very relaxing.
Great location and convenience
Multiple reviewers noted the property’s excellent, convenient location for sightseeing and access.
Tasty breakfast and dinner
Both dinner and breakfast were described as delicious and left guests satisfied.
Good value and on-site activities
Visitors mentioned strong cost-performance and that there are many places/activities to enjoy on the premises.
Negative Reviews
Baths are far and require many stairs
Several guests reported that the bathing facilities are located a long way from guest rooms and involve many stairs, making access difficult—especially for elderly guests.
No vending machines near guest rooms
A guest requested vending machines be placed closer to the guest-room area, indicating a lack of convenient on-site beverage options.
Old or damaged bedding
One reviewer noted the futon was old and even had tears, which was a disappointment.
Amenities and facilities hard to find
Some guests found it unclear where amenities were located, suggesting signage or clearer information is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Room capacity varies by type: small Japanese-style rooms suit couples (typically 2), while larger Japanese or suite-style rooms can accommodate families or groups (some rooms accept 4–7 people); confirm exact capacity when booking.
The hotel offers multiple public baths including an outdoor ocean-view bath, a unique 'undersea' fish-tank bath and indoor thermal pools; facilities and opening times vary, and tattoos are not permitted in public bathing areas.
Yes, the hotel offers shuttle pickup from JR Ito Station by request; you should reserve the shuttle in advance and provide your expected arrival time.
Typical travel is by train or car via Atami/Ito (roughly a two-hour drive from Haneda); you can reach Ito by JR Ito Line then use the hotel shuttle, local buses or taxis for the short final transfer.
Staff are primarily Japanese; some front-desk staff can assist in English but availability is limited, so a translation app or advance requests for English assistance are recommended.
Guests can enjoy the fish-tank 'undersea' onsen, seasonal outdoor pools, family-oriented leisure facilities and regular dinner-show entertainment along with karaoke and other on-site activities.
Usami Beach and the coastal promenade are within walking distance, while Ito town centre, local seafood markets and historic sites (for example Shuzenji) are a short drive away, with local golf courses and coastal viewpoints also nearby.
Check-in generally begins at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00; please inform the hotel of your arrival time in advance, and note guests should arrive by early evening (around 19:00) if they wish to be served dinner.
Private/reservable baths are not prominently advertised—contact reception to ask about availability; pets are not allowed on the property; there is no full supermarket on site, but convenience stores and markets are available in central Ito a short drive or walk away.
The hotel has an on-site restaurant serving Japanese and European dishes, offers breakfast (often buffet-style) and evening meals that may be presented as a dinner-show or set seafood menu depending on the schedule; reservations or early arrival may be required for dinner service.