SEVEN SEAS HOTEL ITO (セブンシーズホテル）
7,8/10 Very good - Based on 19 reviews
SEVEN SEAS HOTEL ITO sits on the shoreline of Itō with an outward-facing design that places the Pacific visible from every guestroom; the property presents a compact, ryokan-like layout with just a dozen or so rooms arranged to maximize ocean views and private bathing. Rooms are described as modern Japanese-style spaces with semi-open or open-air in-room baths fed by the hotel’s own source; standard in-room amenities include semi-double beds, a private balcony, and basic conveniences such as free Wi‑Fi and a small refrigerator.
The on-site spa program emphasizes natural, 100% source-flow hot spring water: room baths, a large communal open-air option and a notably spacious reserved “kashikiri” bath (around 30 m²) are all supplied from the property’s spring, with the water characterized as weakly alkaline (pH ~8.3). Use rules and some reserved time slots apply to the private bath, and typical operating windows cover early morning and late afternoon/evening periods; the facility notes that some time slots require reservation or a small fee. These facilities make the hotel functionally a ryokan with private onsen options for travelers seeking a quieter, room-focused hot spring experience.
Public spaces follow a restrained, coastal Japanese tone: a tatami-floored restaurant offering private dining rooms and seasonal seafood menus, a modest lobby with sea views and complimentary parking for guests. Practical details such as convenient access from Itō Station (a short walk) and flexible check-in/out times support short coastal stays, and the property is frequently listed among small coastal ryokan options in Shizuoka prefecture; this combination of in-room spring baths and communal choices positions it as a straightforward ryokan with onsen Shizuoka and specifically as a ryokan with private onsen Itō for visitors prioritizing in-room bathing and seaside proximity.
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Review summary for: SEVEN SEAS HOTEL ITO (セブンシーズホテ…
Positive Reviews
Convenient location near the station
Multiple guests noted the hotel is a short walk from Ito Station (about 5 minutes), making arrival and departure convenient.
Clean, spacious and comfortable rooms
Rooms were described as clean, comfortable and roomy, with adequate furnishings and toiletries, contributing to a relaxing stay.
Private in-room and public onsen options
Guests appreciated having private onsen tubs in rooms plus a large indoor private onsen at the hotel; the public onsen system uses a QR code to check availability and requires no reservation.
Friendly, multilingual staff
Staff were frequently described as polite and helpful; some employees spoke basic English and at least one staff member could communicate in Mandarin, which helped during check-out.
Complimentary and unique amenities
Guests enjoyed extra touches such as free coffee and tea in the lobby and rooms, a shaved-ice machine in the lobby and a popcorn machine in some rooms, which added to the experience.
Negative Reviews
In-room onsen hygiene/maintenance concern
A guest reported the in-room onsen was already full on arrival and later the water could not be stopped and the plug could not be removed, raising questions about cleaning between guests and possible equipment malfunction.
Food quality and value issues
One reviewer found the paid deluxe dinner and breakfast disappointing and overpriced, specifically noting that sashimi seemed not fresh and the meals did not justify the cost.
Noise from nearby coastal road
Rooms on lower floors with sea view can be noisy because they face a busy coastal road; the external bath was described as unpleasant to use due to traffic noise.
Hotel appears dated and may need renovation
At least one guest felt the property requires extensive renovation and some areas seemed worn, affecting the overall impression of the hotel.
Quiet local area with limited options
A reviewer reported the surrounding town felt quiet and partly closed (few shops/restaurants open) and noted limited public transport connections, which reduced nearby dining and activity choices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Room capacity varies by type; most rooms accommodate 1–3 guests, with some suites/twin rooms allowing up to three (two beds plus a futon).
Yes — every room features a natural hot spring bath and the hotel operates a large private (reserved) onsen; private-bath use requires a same-day reservation and is subject to scheduled time slots.
The hotel does not advertise an airport shuttle; it is about a five-minute walk from JR Ito Station, which is the main public-transport access point.
Travel by train to JR Ito Station (about 1.5–2 hours from Tokyo by limited express or Shinkansen plus local line); from airports use train or bus connections via Tokyo or Atami and then transfer to the JR Ito line.
Staff can assist in basic English at reception, but Japanese is the primary language; using a translation app is recommended for detailed requests.
The hotel offers Japanese/Asian-style breakfast and a tatami dining area with private irori-style rooms available; expect local seafood and a traditional-meets-modern atmosphere with in-room onsen.
The property is beachfront on Ito Orange Beach and within walking distance of Ito Station; nearby highlights include the historic Tokaikan, Jogasaki Coast hiking, local museums and seaside promenades.
Free on-site parking for about 30 cars is available without advance reservation, and local buses and taxis operate from Ito Station for trips to surrounding sights.
Standard check-in begins at 15:00 with the official latest check-in noted as 18:00, and check-out is at 11:00; contact the hotel in advance if you expect to arrive late.
Pets are not permitted at the property; the large private onsen can be reserved for exclusive use during specified time slots, with reservations handled on the day of stay.