Places to Stay in Utazu

Ozu (Ehime), 378 Ozu, Ozu

A five-star castle town retreat in Ōzu, steps from Garyu Sanso Villa and Ozu Castle

Kochi (Shikoku), 9-15 Kutanda

Hoshino Resorts property in Kochi offering a spa, sauna, restaurant, bar, and city views

Takamatsu, Kamei-Cho 8-13

Centrally located five-star option in Takamatsu within easy reach of Sunport and Kitahamaebisu Shrine

Matsuyama (Ehime), Sanbancho 2-7-3

Positioned within 300 metres of Yasaka Temple, with onsen, sauna, and free bikes for temple hopping

Matsuyama (Ehime), 3-2-1 Ichiban-Cho

Steps from Matsuyama Castle with four on-site restaurants and a 14th-floor bar after a day on the pilgrimage trail

Matsuyama (Ehime), Ootemachi 1-10-10

Centrally located in Matsuyama with a 24-hour front desk and historical hotel designation, convenient for pilgrimage-day planning

Matsuyama (Ehime), Honmachi 2-5-5

Modern rooms near Matsuyama Castle feature Japanese yukata robes and green tea, reflecting the spirit of the pilgrimage region

Shimanto (Kochi), Nakamurakyou Machi 26

Set near Ichijo Shrine in Shimanto with onsen, free bikes, and free parking - a practical base for the western pilgrimage corridor

Shimanto (Kochi), Uyama 383-6

Budget-friendly Shimanto property with free bikes and free WiFi, well-suited for pilgrims covering the route's southern temples

Takamatsu, Kasugacho 1653-2

Located near historic Yashima in Takamatsu, this spa-equipped hotel provides a restorative stop on the pilgrimage's northeastern stretch

Naruto (Tokushima), 16-45 Oge-Tosadomoariura

Beachfront resort in Naruto with a seasonal outdoor pool, private beach area, and family rooms

Naruto (Tokushima), 182 Orino Okawasuji Kitanadachou Naruto

Naruto resort featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, spa, and free airport shuttle for families

Tokushima, Minamishowacho 1-46-1

Tokushima city hotel with an indoor swimming pool, sauna, hot tub, and dedicated family rooms

EHIME, Asahi-Machi 2-3-4

Imabari hotel offering an indoor pool, large public bath, and fitness center a short walk from the station

Shionoe, Shionoe-Cho Kaminishiotsu 688-1

Hillside resort in Shionoe with a seasonal outdoor pool, hot spring bath, sauna, and family rooms

Geisei, 2995 Ko Nishibun Geiseimura Akigun

Spa resort in Kochi's Geisei area with family rooms, garden, balconied rooms, and resort-style facilities

Sanuki (Kagawa), Tsudamachi Matsubarachinai

Beachfront property in Sanuki with sea-view rooms, free parking, and a superb breakfast for families

Matsuyama (Ehime), Dogoyutuki-Cho 2-17

A 2-minute walk from Dogo Onsen Main Building with free bikes and shared kitchen facilities

Takamatsu, Marunouchi 9-13

Centrally located in Takamatsu with air-conditioned en-suite rooms and free WiFi

Tokushima, Nakatoorimachi 2-5

Just 700 metres from Tokushima Station with a shared kitchen and non-smoking rooms

Uchiko, Uchiko3025

A garden and tatami bar in historic Uchiko, steps from the Machiya Resource Center

Imabari, Kamiuracho Inokuchi 7345-1

Cyclist-friendly hostel in Imabari with a terrace, restaurant, and free private parking

Takamatsu, Shiogamicho 2-5-24, 3F

A shared lounge and bar in central Takamatsu, 1.2 km from Kitahamaebisu Shrine

Kotohira, Nakatadogun 720-15

A coworking-equipped hostel in the Konpira Onsen district of Kotohira with free WiFi

Imabari, 5495 Miyaura, Omishima Cho, Imabari-Shi, Ehime, Japan

Coliving-style budget stay in Imabari offering breakfast, a bar, and free private parking

Yoshinogawa, Kamojimacho Kamojima 485-4

A restaurant, shared kitchen, and garden in Yoshinogawa with highly rated breakfast included

Mitoyo, Mino-Cho Omi 436-1

A relaxed garden and bar setting in Mitoyo with free parking and terrace access

Matsuyama (Ehime), Ichibancho 2-6-5

A 4-star central option steps from Matsuyama Castle with room service, restaurant, and sustainability certification

Matsuyama (Ehime), Okaido 2-6-5

Features an on-site natural hot spring bath and sauna right in central Matsuyama near the Civic Center

Matsuyama (Ehime), Okaido 2-5-12

Positioned 200 metres from Okaido Shopping Street, offering a romantic atmosphere and free WiFi throughout

Matsuyama (Ehime), 3-4-10 Nibancho, 790-0002

Guests can soak in public hot-spring baths just a 5-minute walk from Okaido Tram Station

Matsuyama (Ehime), 1-11-1, Katsuyamacho

City-view rooms with access to a spa, wellness centre, and restaurant near Matsuyama Castle

Matsuyama (Ehime), Nibancho 1-7-1

Walk to Okaido Shopping Arcade in 5 minutes or reach Dogo Onsen by tram in about 10

Matsuyama (Ehime), 1Bancho 3-3-5

Family-friendly and Travel Proud certified, located 300 metres from Okaido Shopping Street in central Matsuyama

Matsuyama (Ehime), Miyatamachi 9-1

One minute from JR Matsuyama Station with free bicycle rentals and a restaurant on site

Matsuyama (Ehime), Miyatamachi 391-8

A 3-minute walk from JR Matsuyama Station with a good breakfast and Matsuyama Castle reachable by tram

Matsuyama (Ehime), 5-2-2 Minatomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime

4-star property 300 metres from Botchan Train Museum with disabled-guest facilities and a wonderful breakfast

Takamatsu, 庵治町4464-2 Seto Clas Aji

A renovated seaside villa near Takamatsu with sea views, an outdoor pool, and free parking

Ochi, 高知県高岡郡越知町鎌井田本村８７１

A private villa in Ochi, Ehime, set beside a river and gardens with lake views and free parking

Matsuyama (Ehime), 道後湯之町14-12

A private villa in Matsuyama's Dogo Hot Spring district, within walking distance of historic shrines and temples

Matsuyama (Ehime), 2-27 Dogosagidanicho

A 4-star Matsuyama ryokan with a spa centre, open-air bath, and hot spring steps from Joshin-ji Temple

Kotohira, 1241-5

Natural hot spring baths and private outdoor onsen rooms in a historically rich Kotohira setting

Kotohira, 977-1

Five-star ryokan in Kotohira offering hot spring, public bath, and open-air bath with full spa facilities

Matsuyama (Ehime), Yanaidanimachi 794−1

Adults-only Matsuyama retreat with sea and mountain views, two pools, a spa, and an exceptional breakfast

Manno, Katsuura 1

Five-star Kasuga ryokan with a hot spring bath, sauna, mountain terrace views, and a wonderful breakfast

Kotohira, Kawanishi 713-1

Kyoritsu Resort property near Kotohira featuring a sauna, onsen access, and spa amenities in a 5-star setting

Tokushima, Motomachi 1-5-1

Centrally located Tokushima hotel with an 11th-floor hot-spring bath, sauna, and three on-site restaurants

Tokushima, 3-70 Nakatsuyama,Hachimancho

Adults-only Tokushima ryokan with a spa centre, open-air bath, and free shuttle service

Naruto (Tokushima), 15-33 Fukuike,Tosadomari,Narutocho,Naruto-City

Naruto ryokan with a spa centre, public bath, and open-air bath alongside Japanese cuisine and sea-area surroundings

Takamatsu, Tamachi 1-11

Central Takamatsu guesthouse with free bikes, a bar, shared kitchen, and sociable terrace

Takamatsu, Nishinomarucho 1-22 Takeda Building 2F

Steps from Sunport in Takamatsu, with a restaurant, shared kitchen, and full-day security

Matsuyama (Ehime), Dogo-Yunomachi 4-50

Compact Matsuyama guesthouse near Dogo hot-spring district with free WiFi and a shared kitchen

Kochi (Shikoku), Hijimacho 4-7-28

Kochi city guesthouse with bike hire, a shared lounge, garden, and free parking for touring the coast

Naruto (Tokushima), 大麻町板東字西山田１３

Freshly renovated Naruto guesthouse tailored to Ohenro pilgrims, with free WiFi and luggage storage

Kochi (Shikoku), Asahimachi 2-2

Kochi-area guesthouse offering complimentary breakfast and dinner curry alongside free bikes and a terrace

Imabari, Kita-Horai-Cho 1-1-12

Cyclist-friendly Imabari guesthouse on the Shimanami Kaido route, with shared kitchen and air conditioning

Miyoshi (Tokushima), 山城町上名１８６１－2

Remote Iya Valley guesthouse with mountain views, a shared kitchen, and a free shuttle for deep-valley exploration

Miyoshi (Tokushima), Ikedacho Sarada 1804-9

Central Miyoshi guesthouse with tatami rooms, a bar, restaurant, and free parking near the station

Takamatsu, Konyamachi 3-13

Takamatsu city-center guesthouse with a terrace, bicycle parking, and private check-in for independent travelers

Takamatsu, Hamanocho 1-1

A 1-minute walk from JR Takamatsu Station with panoramic sea views, 7 dining options, and a fresh in-house bakery

Takamatsu, Furujinmachi 9-1

A 10-minute walk from Takamatsu Station, this 4-star property offers 5 dining options and massage services in the city center

Takamatsu, Kawara 1-3-11

A 4-star central Takamatsu hotel with Simmons beds, free wired internet, and breakfast rated fabulous by guests

Takamatsu, Kawaramachi 1-10-10

Located in Takamatsu's shopping and amusement district with an excellent breakfast and a rooftop public indoor-outdoor bath

Takamatsu, Tenjinmae 1-3

Combines a wonderful breakfast with a natural hot spring onsen bath and a restaurant in central Takamatsu

Takamatsu, Marugame-Machi 8-23

Modern Western-style rooms in central Takamatsu with a good breakfast, five pillow choices, and free WiFi throughout

Takamatsu, Nishikimashi 1-4-19

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Sunport Fountain with a garden, restaurant, and good breakfast in central Takamatsu

Takamatsu, 1-1-6 Nishikimachi

Well-known business hotel brand steps from Takamatsu Station offering a very good breakfast and free parking

Takamatsu, 2-10 Nakajin-Cho

Central Takamatsu property with free bikes, family rooms, and a good breakfast close to Kitahamaebisu Shrine

Takamatsu, Kawaramachi 1-2-3

Centrally located in Takamatsu with an excellent buffet breakfast, shared lounge, and city views near Kitahamaebisu Shrine

Matsuyama (Ehime), 20-12 Dogo Yunomachi

Steps from the historic Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama, with yukata robes and traditional geta footwear provided

Takamatsu, Kita 2191-1

A 4-star Takamatsu property combining design credentials with resort facilities, two restaurants, and a sustainability certification

Takamatsu, 9-9 Hyogo-Cho

A centrally located Takamatsu hotel carrying romantic and design themes within a polished, contemporary setting

Tokushima, Bandai-Cho 3-5-1

Light wood furnishings and three dining options define this design-forward hotel near JR Tokushima Station

Marugame, Otemachi 3-6-1

Modern rooms with 40-inch flat-screen TVs and spa facilities in central Marugame, close to JR station

Matsuyama (Ehime), 3-3-1 Ichiban-Cho

A boutique-themed property in Matsuyama that blends business efficiency with exceptional design sensibility

Takamatsu, 11-1 Fukuda-Machi

Free WiFi and a fitness center complement design-led interiors within easy reach of Takamatsu's waterfront landmarks