Wakayama Kada Onsen Kada Kaigetsu (ex. Azumaya Seaside Hotel)
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Wakayama Kada Onsen Kada Kaigetsu (formerly Azumaya Seaside Hotel) is a seaside ryokan with onsen in Wakayama, perched on the coast of Kada with direct sea views and an open-air hot spring that looks out across the Kitan Strait and Tomogashima islands. The onsen draws from a sodium bicarbonate spring noted locally for skin-softening effects; guests may use indoor and outdoor communal baths or choose a day-use plan. A free shuttle links the property with Kada station, and the waterfront location makes it straightforward to time visits for late-afternoon light and sunset.
Accommodation mixes traditional tatami rooms with futon and Western-style rooms; many sea-view options have balconies facing the bay. Meals emphasize local seafood and seasonal ingredients, with kaiseki courses highlighting Kishu sea bream and regional catches, served in a dining room overlooking the water; mornings feature a Japanese breakfast. On-site relaxation includes massages and communal bathing, and staff assist with short excursions to nearby islands and coastal trails.
Facilities include restaurants overlooking the sea, a small gift shop, leisure options such as karaoke, and practical amenities like free parking and accessible rooms. The ryokan lies within easy walking distance of a shrine complex and the local fishing port, making it a convenient base for short coastal walks and boat excursions; day-use bathing is available. For travellers seeking a ryokan with onsen in Kansai, this seaside property offers a straightforward combination of coastal scenery, traditional accommodation and thermal bathing.
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Points of interest nearby
Review summary for: Wakayama Kada Onsen Kada Kaige…
Positive Reviews
Spectacular sea views and coastal location
Many guests highlight panoramic views of the Seto Sea from rooms, the terrace, restaurant and outdoor onsen — repeatedly described as a standout feature that makes the stay memorable.
Excellent onsen (hot spring) experience
Multiple reviewers praised the outdoor and indoor onsen, noting beautiful ocean-facing baths, pleasant verandas, alternating gender schedules and a relaxing, zen atmosphere.
Generous, high-quality meals (kaiseki/seafood)
Dinner and breakfast were frequently described as delicious and plentiful (multi-course kaiseki/seafood options). Several guests called the meals a major highlight of their stay.
Attentive, friendly staff and helpful shuttle service
Staff were described as professional, warm and helpful; many appreciated the courtesy pick-up/drop-off shuttle from the station and small thoughtful touches like cooling teas on arrival.
Traditional, peaceful atmosphere and comfortable rooms
Guests enjoyed the authentic Japanese-style rooms (tatami, futons, yukata), overall quietness, seaside scenery and comfortable bedding — a good place to rest and experience traditional culture.
Negative Reviews
Remote location and limited local dining/shops
The hotel is in a small fishing village: several guests found it far from stations and restaurants, with few or no shops nearby. This makes arriving late or finding food outside the hotel difficult.
Dining requires advance reservation and limited flexibility
Some guests were surprised that evening meals must be pre-booked (often several days ahead). Last-minute arrivals who hadn’t reserved meals had trouble finding alternatives and felt inconvenienced.
Service and operational inconsistencies
There are reports of problematic service episodes: a late shuttle that caused a missed train, housekeeping not completed as requested, taxi/transport miscommunications and refusals to provide alternatives in some cases.
Smoking policy and smoke exposure
A number of reviews mention smoking areas or smoking rooms; guests were bothered by smoke and some wished for stricter non‑smoking policies or clearer segregation of smoking rooms.
Occasional maintenance/safety and dated areas
A few guests noted issues such as a significant water leak near a room, a tired entrance when arriving from the car park, and that some facilities feel slightly dated — concerns for safety or first impressions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rooms include Japanese-style layouts (some with up to six futon bedding) and twin rooms; cribs and extra beds are not available and children are not accepted at this property.
Yes — the property offers public indoor and open-air hot spring baths with sea views; note that guests with visible tattoos may be asked not to use the public baths.
Yes — the ryokan provides a complimentary pick-up/drop-off shuttle from Kada Train Station (the drive is about five minutes); you should inform the property of your train time in advance.
The property is roughly a one-hour drive from Kansai International Airport; by public transport you can travel to Wakayama area and transfer to the Nankai Kada Line to Kada Station, then use the hotel shuttle.
Staff assist international guests and basic English is generally available, but some materials and menus may be in Japanese; contact the ryokan ahead of arrival if you need specific language support.
Standard check-in begins at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00; guests arriving after 20:00 should notify the ryokan in advance.
Awashima Shrine is within a short walk, and the scenic Tomogashima islands and local seaside walks are nearby — the front desk can advise on ferry schedules and local sightseeing.
Pets are not allowed; private or family-reserved baths are not advertised as a standard facility here, so please contact the property directly to ask about private-onset options or reservations.
The ryokan serves traditional Japanese meals, including seafood-focused kaiseki dinners and a Japanese-style breakfast, with dining rooms that overlook the ocean; reserving dinner in advance is recommended.
This is a small seaside town with limited shops; the property has a gift shop and the front desk can direct you to nearby convenience stores, so consider bringing any specialty items you may need.