This site uses affiliate links; we may earn a commission on bookings.
forumWhat families say
Rakuten Travel rating 4.51 out of 5 (1,783 reviews). Guests praise being able to go straight from their room to the sea and the pool in their swimwear, and note that the pool is shallow with a gentle slide, so small children can play with peace of mind. Some also mention the convenient layout that lets you take a warm shower after changing. On the other hand, guests point out that there are a lot of mosquitoes in summer and that you cannot stay in the open-air bath for long.
Categories
Kids Facilities
Baby and kids' item rentals
Baby and kids' item rentals
Rental items include a formula-preparation kettle, diaper bin, step stool, baby bath, baby chair, toilet-training seat, tableware, portable bassinet, bouncer, crib, shower chair, shampoo rinse shield and toys. Quantities are limited, and advance reservations are possible.
- •Quantities are limited.
- •You can ask on the day of your stay, and advance reservations are also possible.
Playroom
Playroom
A playroom is available for guests staying with babies and children. A wide range of baby and kids' items is also on hand, so families who tend to travel with a lot of luggage can take their time and relax.
Children's meals (Kids Box, children's dishes, baby food)
Children's meals (Kids Box, children's dishes, baby food)
Along with dinner-and-breakfast sets for elementary school children and for children of around kindergarten age, there is a separately ordered Kids Box (2,750 yen) for ages 1 to 3, and baby rice porridge (440 yen) for babies who have started on baby food. Commercially sold baby food such as retort pouches and jars may also be brought in.
- •Food allergies can be accommodated with notice at least 3 days in advance.
Outdoor pool (summer only, with a children's pool)
Outdoor pool (summer only, with a children's pool)
- calendar_monthSeason:Summer only
- paymentsPrice:Free for guests
The outdoor pool operates in summer only, from mid-July to mid-September, and includes a children's pool. Staying guests can use it free of charge, but there is no particular age restriction and no lifeguard on duty, so parents need to supervise their children.
- •There is no lifeguard on duty, so parents need to supervise their children.
In-room open-air baths and private-hire baths (Spa Villa)
In-room open-air baths and private-hire baths (Spa Villa)
Twenty-two rooms have an open-air bath, so a family can soak in the onsen on their own at any time during their stay. There are also the reservation-only private-hire baths Spa Villa, available for a fee, letting families enjoy the onsen together without going to the communal bath.
- •The private-hire baths are by reservation.
- •Using a private-hire bath costs extra: PINE is 3,850 yen for one 50-minute session and BAMBOO is 2,750 yen for one 50-minute session.
Overview
Shimoda Yamatokan is an onsen ryokan in Izu Shimoda where every room looks out over Tatado Beach. The beach is a 1-minute walk from the ryokan's shore entrance, and 22 rooms come with their own open-air bath. Families with babies and young children are welcome, with baby-item rentals, a playroom, a Kids Box for ages 1 to 3 and baby rice porridge. Please note that reaching the communal bath and the private-hire baths involves going up and down stairs.
Rooms
All 60 rooms have ocean views. Choices range from the standard 8-tatami Japanese-style tatami room (30 sq m, for 1 to 3 guests) to a 10-tatami plus 6-tatami room with an antechamber (60 sq m), so you can choose according to room size and the number of guests. There is also a 10-tatami plus 7.5-tatami room (60 sq m) with low beds, for families who want tatami rooms but prefer to sleep in a bed. A connecting room can be joined with the standard Japanese-style tatami room next door, sleeping up to 8 guests across the two rooms, which suits three-generation trips. Twenty-two rooms have an open-air bath, and among the three barrier-free Western-style rooms, Room 304 has an open-air bath fitted with a bathing lift.
Dining
Meals are the traditional iso kaiseki (a seafood kaiseki course), and every plan's menu includes kinmedai (splendid alfonsino), a Shimoda specialty. Dinner-and-breakfast sets are available for elementary school children and for children of around kindergarten age. For small children aged 1 to 3 there is a Kids Box (2,750 yen) ordered separately, and for babies who have started on baby food there is baby rice porridge (440 yen). Baby food may also be brought in, limited to commercially sold products such as retort pouches and jars. Food allergies can be accommodated with notice at least 3 days in advance: crustaceans such as shrimp and crab, buckwheat and peanuts can be removed. If a guest is allergic to dairy, wheat, egg or nuts, a dedicated allergy-conscious iso kaiseki course is prepared regardless of the meal plan booked. However, if a wheat allergy is severe enough that even the trace amounts in seasonings cannot be eaten, the ryokan cannot accommodate it. Sesame, soy, kombu dashi, carbohydrates and starches such as wheat, and other special ingredients cannot be accommodated.
Baths and Onsen
The in-room baths, the hot water at the washbasins and the communal bath all use onsen water, and because it is a simple onsen, children can bathe from over 3 months of age. The communal bath, open-air bath and private-hire open-air bath are on the 5th floor and the B1 floor, and as there is no elevator, guests need to use the stairs. Children may bathe with a guardian in the bath for the opposite gender up to age 6; from age 7 they use the bath for their own gender. There are also the reservation-only private-hire baths Spa Villa (PINE, 3,850 yen for one 50-minute session; BAMBOO, 2,750 yen for one 50-minute session), so a family can soak together without going to the communal bath.
Family-Friendly Features
Rental items include a formula-preparation kettle, diaper bin, step stool, baby bath, baby chair, toilet-training seat, tableware, portable bassinet, bouncer, crib, shower chair, shampoo rinse shield and toys. Quantities are limited, but you can ask on the day or reserve in advance. There is also a playroom, so families traveling with babies and all the luggage that involves have somewhere to relax. Co-sleeping is available for up to 1 child. Elementary school children pay 70% of the adult rate, while rates for infants and children under school age vary depending on whether meals and bedding are included; with neither meals nor bedding, the rate is 2,200 yen from age 0.
Access
A free dedicated shuttle bus runs from Izukyu Shimoda Station. No reservation is needed, and it departs at 30 minutes past each hour between 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. By car, take the Izu-Jukan Expressway and Route 414 from Nagaizumi-Numazu IC on the Shin-Tomei Expressway, then pass Shimoda Station and head south on Route 136 for about 2.6 km. Parking for 80 cars is available free of charge.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 2048 Kisami, Shimoda, Shizuoka 415-0028 |
|---|---|
| directions_carAccess | By car: from Nagaizumi-Numazu IC on the Shin-Tomei Expressway, take the Izu-Jukan Expressway and Route 414, then pass Shimoda Station and head south on Route 136 for about 2.6 km. By train: Izukyu Shimoda Station, with a shuttle available. |
| trainNearest station | Izukyu Shimoda Station |
| local_parkingParking | Parking for 80 cars is available free of charge. |
| callPhone | +81-558-22-1000 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UC, DC, NICOS, Mastercard |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.shimoda-yamatokan.co.jp/open_in_new |
Reference price as of August 27, 2026 (stay date 2026-09-19). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we bring our own baby food, and can it be warmed up?
expand_more
Baby food may be brought in, limited to commercially sold products such as retort pouches and jars. For babies who have started on baby food, baby rice porridge is also available for 440 yen. Whether baby food can be warmed is not published, so please confirm with the ryokan.
Can meals be adjusted for a child with a food allergy?
expand_more
Food allergies can be accommodated if you let the ryokan know at least 3 days in advance. However, the cooking utensils and kitchen are shared, so traces of allergens may remain.
Are there meals suited to young children?
expand_more
For children of elementary school age and younger, meals can be chosen to match their age and appetite, and for children of around ages 1 to 3 a Kids Box is available as a separate order for 2,750 yen.
What are the check-in and checkout times?
expand_more
Check-in is at 3 p.m. and checkout is at 11 a.m.
How do we reserve the private-hire open-air bath?
expand_more
The private-hire open-air bath can be reserved by phone only, and same-day reservations are also possible. If there is a particular time you would like, booking in advance is recommended.
Related hotels
Family-friendly hotels in Izu
Hotels with In-Room Dining in Izu
Find other hotels
Find other hotels
Information on this page was compiled by directly consulting Official website, Rakuten Travel, Ikyu.com (a Japanese booking site), Jalan (last verified: August 2026). Prices, availability and seasonal operations change — please check each booking site for the latest information.
We take care to keep information accurate, but always confirm the latest details on the hotel's official site and booking sites before you book or visit.