Title: Akiota Travel Guide: Best of Akiota, Hiroshima Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Akiota](https://expedia.co.uk/Akiota-Hotels.d6348989.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Akiota](https://expedia.co.uk/Akiota-Holiday-Rentals.d6348989.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Akiota Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Akiota.d6348989.Car-Hire-Guide)[Akiota Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Akiota.d6348989.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Akiota Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Waterfalls, swimming holes, rock tunnels, stone bridges, shrines, and more. So much beauty in a spot that is accessible by public transit from Hiroshima City.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348989/597e64c7-98c9-4820-8b1a-4613d3393930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterfalls, swimming holes, rock tunnels, stone bridges, shrines, and more. So much beauty in a spot that is accessible by public transit from Hiroshima City.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348989/597e64c7-98c9-4820-8b1a-4613d3393930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We had the amazing experience of being the guests of the rural village of Akiota. One of the things they gave to us was a hike up this beautiful river gorge during the perfect autumn foliage. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348989/5f7abaeb-a3b1-40a5-80d8-0520faad802e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The last stop on our Akiota adventure. The picturesque 400 year old village of Ini. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348989/5ec873c9-dd77-41e2-90fd-08cf7c9b124f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We were given a tour of Ini by the mayor. He talked to us about what it was like trying to keep this 400 year old rice growing village alive. A hard task when the average age is 65. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348989/00adf783-326f-431c-be53-d4b06f949f3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Akiota Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6348989) - Top hotels in Akiota - Top Holiday Rentals in Akiota ![Hotel Intergate Hiroshima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29370000/29369700/29369699/0b209891_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Intergate Hiroshima 5-16 Teppo-cho, Naka-ku Hiroshima Hiroshima £50 8 Mar - 9 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,141 reviews) Easy in and out processes. Great customer services central location was very helpful. Rooms were surprisingly large with lots of space. Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=29369699&PinnedHotelID=29369699&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348989) ![Hotel Granvia Hiroshima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/76900/76855/dfe0172b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Granvia Hiroshima 1-5 Matsubara-cho Hiroshima Hiroshima-ken £70 9 Mar - 10 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,462 reviews) The place was amazing. Great foyer and spotless rooms. Even had some English language TV Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=76855&PinnedHotelID=76855&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348989) ![Grandvrio Hotel Miyajima Wakura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57270000/57262600/57262554/76de5bd6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grandvrio Hotel Miyajima Wakura 1-1-37 Miyajimaguchinishi Hatsukaichi Hiroshima £99 6 Apr - 7 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hatsukaichi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (766 reviews) Staff were very accommodating and helped us understand where everything was even though we only knew minimal Japanese. They took the time to make sure we were comfortable. We had the executive room with a separate bath facing the Miyajima Island. It was a beautiful view. The only thing we wished ... Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=57262554&PinnedHotelID=57262554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348989) [See all 635 properties in Akiota](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6348989) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![fav HIROSHIMA HEIWAODORI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86770000/86762900/86762811/3e9a01e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### fav HIROSHIMA HEIWAODORI 7-15 Nishihiratsukacho, Naka Ward Hiroshima Hiroshima Stay at this aparthotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (302 reviews) Clean room, kind staff, great central location Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Hotels-FAV-HOTEL-HIROSHIMA-HEIWA-ODORI.h86762811.Hotel-Information) ![fav HIROSHIMA STADIUM](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78470000/78466500/78466472/3107cef9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### fav HIROSHIMA STADIUM 3-6-24 Nishikaniya Minami Ward Hiroshima Hiroshima Stay at this aparthotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hiroshima Green Arena and Mazda Zoom-Zoom ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Hotels-FAV-HOTEL-HIROSHIMA-STADIUM.h78466472.Hotel-Information) ![b hotel Neko Yard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65350000/65342200/65342132/a29cf091_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### b hotel Neko Yard 2-10 Nekoyacho Naka Ward Hiroshima Hiroshima Stay at this apartment in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions Hiroshima Green Arena and Gewand ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (227 reviews) very nice and spacious room i like the design Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Hotels-B-Hotel-Neko-Yard.h65342132.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Akiota](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6348989&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Akiota hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6348989&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08)[7 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6348989&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6348989&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09)[8 Mar - 9 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6348989&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6348989&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6348989&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Itsukushima Shrine which includes a lake or waterhole and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102564/2574c791-2866-4c0d-9fea-861d5c7b15c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Itsukushima Shrine Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Itsukushima-Shrine-Hiroshima.d6102564.Attraction) ![Atomic Bomb Dome](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102476/2fbbc881-f8ab-49fa-8c4c-62b35ec2ed18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Atomic Bomb Dome The only building still standing in the atomic bomb’s devastating hypocenter now crests the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, symbolizing the city’s plea for peace. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Atomic-Bomb-Dome-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102476.Attraction) ![Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102502/8e79a716-bcce-437c-8dc4-67ee95f65425.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Spend a day reflecting on the atomic bombing that devastated Hiroshima in 1945 and discover the city’s mission for peace at this beautifully designed park in the city center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Peace-Memorial-Park-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102502.Attraction) ![Miyajima Ferry Terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222506/5803dc64-b911-4169-8e22-0ee42946073e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Miyajima Ferry Terminal Take a relaxing and scenic ferry trip to the sacred island of Miyajima and begin your journey to serene shrines and a tranquil mountain peak. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyajima-Ferry-Terminal-Itsukushima.d6222506.Attraction) ![広島県立総合体育館](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102492/d5a8de35-515d-48cb-9e87-7a12fbfd7fc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima Green Arena Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Green-Arena-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102492.Attraction) ![Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102500/0632a141-ca57-4b8a-b27d-77f1c6709c00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Learn about the catastrophic impact the atomic bomb had on Hiroshima through personal stories, scientific documentation and real footage at this museum dedicated to world peace. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Peace-Memorial-Museum-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102500.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hiroshima and Miyajima by Train: A Journey of Peace and Scenic Beauty](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49592404/56f435ac-6325-495d-9721-2e681b550f6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry £33 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-miyajima-with-itsukushima-shrine-ferry.a49592404.activity-details) ![Koto performer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50002098/ff54280f-85a4-4aad-b08c-327f03c4567f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-koto-live-performance-and-the-story-behind-the-strings.a50002098.activity-details) ![Japan Yokai Museum Tour in Miyoshi, Hiroshima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50276999/de7b85e3-b2bf-403f-836f-a601e475b7e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Japan Yokai Museum Admission fee in Miyoshi, Hiroshima £3 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/japan-yokai-museum-admission-fee-in-miyoshi.a50276999.activity-details) ![Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46278235/39032cb9-1be6-4d64-b83d-845938d604ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch £86 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-and-miyajima-1-day-bus-tour-with-lunch.a46278235.activity-details) ![Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50173821/b771ce3e-fc4b-46c9-8a78-057ee0c87847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka £88 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details) ![Orizuru Tower Admission ticket | Hiroshima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49387068/90135d7f-75bf-4ae7-a559-52dad42e344f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture) £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orizuru-tower-admission-ticket-hiroshima-city-prefecture.a49387068.activity-details) [See all activities in Akiota](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Akiota.d6348989.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Akiota ![A-Bomb Dome](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128225/379efbba-31bf-45f7-99b2-bfbfb31a9436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hiroshima ![Itsukushima Shrine showing mountains and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123103/f3113873-d202-4edd-b6c3-634e5d615d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hatsukaichi - Cities near Akiota - Places of interest [Hiroshima](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima.dx6128225)[Hatsukaichi](https://expedia.co.uk/Hatsukaichi.dx6123103) - [Itsukushima Shrine ](https://expedia.co.uk/Itsukushima-Shrine-Hiroshima.d6102564.Attraction) - [Atomic Bomb Dome ](https://expedia.co.uk/Atomic-Bomb-Dome-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102476.Attraction) - [Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Peace-Memorial-Park-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102502.Attraction) - [Miyajima Ferry Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyajima-Ferry-Terminal-Itsukushima.d6222506.Attraction) - [Hiroshima Green Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Green-Arena-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102492.Attraction) - [Setonaikai National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Setonaikai-National-Park-Japan.d6006489.Attraction) - [Hiroshima Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Castle-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102484.Attraction) - [Miyahama Hot Spring ](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyahama-Hot-Spring-Hiroshima.d3000757116.Attraction) - [Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-National-Peace-Memorial-Hall-For-The-Atomic-Bomb-Victims-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102498.Attraction) - [Children's Peace Monument ](https://expedia.co.uk/Childrens-Peace-Monument-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102516.Attraction) - [Five-Story Pagoda ](https://expedia.co.uk/Five-Story-Pagoda-Itsukushima.d6222530.Attraction) - [Hiroshima Victims Memorial Cenotaph ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Victims-Memorial-Cenotaph-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102480.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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