"Live Cafe no Umi is a chance to stay in a traditional Japanese home and experience home cooking and true hospitality.
This is Keiko’s family home so it is very traditional and that includes a shared bathroom and toilet, but it is set up in a very easy way. The stairs are very steep, which is completely normal in Japan but worth being aware of.
Our room included a small kitchenette which was handy, but we paid for breakfast (1,500 yen each) which was a huge, multi-dish affair presented beautifully like in a fancy ryokan.
The downstairs is where Keiko serves meals and also is the location of the Live Cafe. We heard a jazz quartet rehearse while we were there - it was a fun chance to hear local musicians.
If you want a regular hotel and its amenities, there are some in Itiogawa. If you would like to experience real Japanese living and people, we could not recommend Live Cafe no Umi and Keiko’s hospitality more."
"The owners are great and we felt like we were among friends. Rides are offered to the slopes, restaurants and convenience store. We would definitely stay there again and we strongly recommend."
"The property is nice, the onsen is a terrific feature and the staff were excellent and helpful with our many questions for inbound/outbound travel. However, for upwards of $400 per night, the dining options were rather basic and, given the hotel's somewhat remote location, the sporadic shuttle schedule and drop-off locations made the ski resorts somewhat of a challenge to reach."
"This was the highlight of our trip to Japan! Such a cool, eclectic hotel, right off of the slopes. Coolest staff, and absolutely loved the silk screening session with our newfound friends."
You can browse the exhibits at Itoigawa City Museum of History and Folklore, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Itoigawa. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Hisui Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Itoigawa. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
You can study the exhibits at Fossa Magna Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Itoigawa. Wander the beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Lavender Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Itoigawa. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fudo Falls during your travels in Itoigawa. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
Amatsu Shrine is located in Itoigawa. You'll find 6 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Amatsu Shrine?
Live Cafe Hisui no Umi is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Amatsu Shrine. Other good options around the area include Lotte Arai Resort and Hotel Green Plaza Hakuba.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Amatsu Shrine?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Amatsu Shrine.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Amatsu Shrine, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Amatsu Shrine.
What can I see and do near Amatsu Shrine?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Fossa Magna Museum and Itoigawa City Museum of History and Folklore. Hisui Beach, Itoigawa Beach and Lavender Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. A visit to Itoigawa Day-use Onsen Hisui-no-Yu is worth the trip when you're visiting.