Title: Wakayama Travel Guide: Best of Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Wakayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama-Hotels.d6060323.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Wakayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama-Holiday-Rentals.d6060323.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Wakayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Wakayama.d6060323.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Wakayama Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Wakayama.d6060323.Car-Hire-Guide)[Wakayama Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama.d6060323.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Wakayama Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060323/78f39e79-ec75-49f2-a048-f37dd6333486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060323/41cbeff7-382c-4b6d-9a24-03004b1ac643.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060323/91f5f878-5a13-4e9a-b74e-f08bc6581713.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060323/2084f5c1-42ce-4da2-bc75-f5ec57b2cbca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060323/2084f5c1-42ce-4da2-bc75-f5ec57b2cbca.jpg) by [shikabane taro](https://www.panoramio.com/user/3658107?with_photo_id=42668902) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060323/a19ecbaa-5224-435e-a9a7-817235d64287.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060323/a19ecbaa-5224-435e-a9a7-817235d64287.jpg) by [jmurawski](https://www.flickr.com/photos/jmurawski/) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ## Visit Wakayama Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Wakayama ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wakayama Marina City If you're spending some time in Wakayama Marina City, Porto Europa and Kuroshio Market are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama-Wakayama-Marina-City.dx553248635997949569) - Top hotels in Wakayama - Top Holiday Rentals in Wakayama ![Hotel Granvia Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428376/2af753b3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Granvia Wakayama 5-18 Tomoda-cho Wakayama Wakayama £42 31 Mar - 1 Apr Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wakayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) I've stayed here before, great staff, great location Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=428376&PinnedHotelID=428376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6060323) ![Candeo Hotels Nankai Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44410000/44400600/44400532/893c0d38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Nankai Wakayama Wakayamaki-no, Wakayamashieki, 3-6 Wakayama Wakayama £60 27 Apr - 28 Apr Stay at this hotel in Wakayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (576 reviews) Love the room with the river view and likewise the breakfast area with the same view. Did not like the tiny space provided for hanging clothes. Love that the train station is so close to the hotel. Few minutes to walk there. Plenty of restaurants, really good supermarket. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=44400532&PinnedHotelID=44400532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6060323) ![Daiwa Roynet Hotel WAKAYAMA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1940000/1936900/1936830/08b50fcc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Daiwa Roynet Hotel WAKAYAMA 26-1 Shichiban-cho Wakayama Wakayama-ken £54 26 Apr - 27 Apr Stay at this hotel in Wakayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Wakayama Castle and Wakayama Park Zoo are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (518 reviews) I had an amazing view of the castle. The location was good. You are footsteps away from castle and many buses go to the train station from this location which is good for day trips like to Nachi Falls. Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=1936830&PinnedHotelID=1936830&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6060323) [See all 636 properties in Wakayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6060323) 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. ![Waka no Yado Kanade Private accommodation - Waka no Yado Kanade / Wakayama Wakayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106890000/106888000/106888000/1d73c064_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waka no Yado Kanade Private accommodation - Waka no Yado Kanade / Wakayama Wakayama Wakayama Wakayama Stay at this holiday home in Wakayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kishu Toshogu Shrine and Furobashi Bridge ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama-Hotels-Waka-No-Yado-Kanade-Private-Accommodation-Waka-No-Yado-Kanade-Wakayama-Wakayama.h106888000.Hotel-Information) ![Two bedrooms including two queen-size beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102350000/102343100/102343079/23e69045_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Two bedrooms including two queen-size beds wakayamashi minato Wakayama Stay at this villa in Wakayama. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Wakayama City Museum and Wakayama City ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama-Hotels-Two-Bedrooms-Including-Two-Queen-Size-Beds.h102343079.Hotel-Information) ![IO2 Misono no Oyado RO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122120000/122115200/122115193/1e13446f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### IO2 Misono no Oyado RO 5-6-11 Misono Wakayama Wakayama Stay at this apartment in Wakayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and slippers. Popular attractions Kishu Dog Statue and Wakayama Park Zoo are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama-Hotels-IO2-Misono-No-Oyado-RO.h122115193.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Wakayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6060323&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 Wakayama hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6060323&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6060323&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6060323&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6060323&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6060323&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6060323&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Wakayama castle in the autumn park, Japan autumn season, Wakayama.Japan; Shutterstock ID 713479216; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145478/76ebf687-10c8-4fd0-bf28-68d1a6f390cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wakayama Castle Learn about the local history of Wakayama when you spend time at Wakayama Castle. Stroll along the seaside or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakayama-Castle-Wakayama.d6145478.Attraction) #### Kada Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kada Beach during your travels in Kada? Stroll along the seaside or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kada-Beach-Wakayama.d553248621532771181.Attraction) #### Aeon Mall Wakayama During your visit to Wakayama, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Aeon Mall Wakayama. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aeon-Mall-Wakayama-Wakayama.d553248621584952151.Attraction) #### Porto Europa Bring your family to Porto Europa and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Wakayama. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Europa-Wakayama.d3000757019.Attraction) #### Kuroshio Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at Kuroshio Market during your visit to Wakayama. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuroshio-Market-Wakayama.d553248621584952146.Attraction) #### Kataonami Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kataonami Beach during your travels in Wakayama? Amble around the area's seaside or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kataonami-Beach-Wakayama.d553248621532771177.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Osaka international airport To Osaka/Kyoto one way transfter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50060692/0dc797cb-7969-4416-a744-e9ec29806355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka international airport To Osaka/Kyoto one way transfter £19 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-international-airport-to-osakakyoto-one-way-transfter.a50060692.activity-details) ![The Best of Wakayama City Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1407141/55aa3e26-5cf9-4afd-8f6b-b2101c73b311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Best of Wakayama City Private Tour £188 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-best-of-wakayama-city-private-tour.a1407141.activity-details) ![The show begins with a live sumo training demonstration by the wrestlers!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48956591/f07b5f7a-0efc-4de1-8e32-1e9b362f0fba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka: Authentic Sumo Live Show & Cultural Experience – Near KIX £52 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-authentic-sumo-live-show-cultural-experience-near-kix.a48956591.activity-details) [See all activities in Wakayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wakayama.d6060323.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Wakayama ![Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076366/89445512-2595-4b5f-86c8-043577484734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Osaka ![Ocean coast Full of rocks at Kii peninsula ,View from train between Wakayama and Kii-Katsuura , Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345763/48b2d33f-85ae-4caa-b51e-adbac97da9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arida ![Daimon of Negoro ji temple in Iwade city of Wakayama, Kansai, Japan. Translation: Negoro Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349076/54c074d9-ee07-4444-876b-40df91bf7628.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Iwade - Cities near Wakayama [Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka.dx179897)[Arida](https://expedia.co.uk/Arida.dx6345763)[Iwade](https://expedia.co.uk/Iwade.dx6349076)[Wakaura](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakaura.dx3000730861) ![](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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app