Wakayama Kada Onsen Kada Kaigetsu (Ex. Azumaya Seaside Hotel)

“Fantastic Spot but Come Prepared”

The official name of this place it the Wakayama Kada Hot Springs Kada Kaigetsu. It used to be called something different but this is the current name. Ok, first some of the issues with the location. When the hotel says they will pick you up from station, that is the Kada Train station. Do not mista… more

The official name of this place it the Wakayama Kada Hot Springs Kada Kaigetsu. It used to be called something different but this is the current name. Ok, first some of the issues with the location. When the hotel says they will pick you up from station, that is the Kada Train station. Do not mistake this with the Wakayama JR Line station or the Wakayama-shi station if you are coming from Osaka. We were surprised to find that in the off season the entire town pretty much shuts down. I assume during the summer months it's hopping but at the end of October it was super quiet. There are almost no restaurants open, definitely no convenience stores and pretty much no where to eat. Unless you buy into the half board of the hotel, which we found to be very expensive, you are on your own. Having said that, you can get into breakfast for Y2100 and diner for Y6500 per person but that was more than we wanted to pay. The first night we were wandering around town looking for a place that was open and found a place (I believe it's called the ABC restaurant) that was literally closing their gates. This was 5:45 pm. They were kind enough to feed us and for that I give them high marks and would definitely recommend them. Nice couple and the food is good and cheap. The next day we ended up taking a train up 4 stops and finding a 7-11 that had prepackaged meals, etc. so we stocked up there on things to last for a few meals. You can find a place or two that might be open but it is hit or miss so it you want to take your chances...........Also, bring a book because the wifi in the hotel is the Wakayama Free WIFI which cuts out every 15 minutes. Ok, now for the good stuff. If you are looking for a quiet break from the city this is really ideal. We got a 3 person Japanese room, ocean front. Fantastic view. If you have a family or a group the family rooms are spectacular and have wonderful views.There is an on sen (hot bath) that overlooks the ocean. Very relaxing, beautiful view and quiet. English with most of the staff is very limited (understandably so) as this is a very Japanese hotel but they do try their best. The area in front of the hotel was hit by either a tsunami or an earthquake and the road in front has been blocked off to traffic. Walking is still possible and it makes for a great evening stroll. In the evenings, if you look close enough around sunset you can see a school of dolphins swimming from the navigation buoy on the left side of the bay towards the harbour. Some nights they we very active and others not so much but watching them from the on sen was a treat. Overall a great spot to chill for a few days but think about bringing some of you own supplies.

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“Good value half board”

We rent a car from Osaka airport, take around 1:15 hr to there, facing Pacific Ocean, very nice. Breakfast and dinner also nice. It’s really good value. Highly recommended Pictures show 2 nights dinner and breakfast.

“Nice ryokan in a quiet town.”

I spent 2 night here on a solo getaway, was happy overall. They provided pickup/dropoff shuttle bus to the local train station and staff were polite and helpful. Breakfast was the standard ryokan style meal. I just wish the hotel provided proper wifi instead of relying on the Wakayama free wifi pro… more

I spent 2 night here on a solo getaway, was happy overall. They provided pickup/dropoff shuttle bus to the local train station and staff were polite and helpful. Breakfast was the standard ryokan style meal. I just wish the hotel provided proper wifi instead of relying on the Wakayama free wifi provided by the prefecture! Just be aware that there are no convenience stores or proper supermarkets in Kada so stock up on your favourite drinks and snacks before you come as the closest conbini is in the next town over and not easily accessible! Room size is generous and this ryokan also has a shower in the room which is good.

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