Shimayado Shimizuya Shikinejima

Shimayado Shimizuya Shikinejima, on the island of Shikinejima, is an easygoing island inn with free Wi-Fi throughout, set up to suit a working stay as well. Its charm is a homey, warm atmosphere where you can settle into the lobby over a cup of coffee and let time slow down on this seaside island.

The guest rooms are Japanese-style tatami rooms, so it is easy to lay a small child down on the tatami or for the whole family to sleep side by side with plenty of room. Wi-Fi is available, which helps on longer stays and on family trips that double as a working stay.

Shikinejima is a small island with plenty of nature that families with children will appreciate. Tomari Beach, a circular cove with shallow water and gentle waves, is perfect for a child's first swim in the sea. Nakanoura Beach is good for snorkeling. There are also free seaside onsen you can enter in a swimsuit, scattered around the island: Jinata Onsen, where the water temperature shifts with the tide, the open-air Matsugashita Miyabiyu by the water, and the shallow Ashitsuki Onsen, all of which round out a day of playing in the sea.

Getting here is a walk of about 10 minutes from Nobushi Port. Let the inn know your arrival time and someone will come to pick you up by car (reservation required). The inn sits within the village, so the island's eateries and shops are within walking distance.

As this is a homey island inn, please confirm room facilities, whether meals are included, and what can be arranged for babies directly with the inn when you book.