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Guest Houses in Shimane

If you are looking for a little extra experience in Shimane, how about staying at one of our guest houses?
Some of them even offer unique activities you can participate in like zen meditation, language programs and soba noodle making.

We picked 10 guest houses in Shimane for you!
We hope you will have a great time in Shimane!

Mihokan Bettei Guest House -Kamimura-

A renovated Japanese style guest house that was once an inn for sailors!
All rooms are private.

【What this place offers】
-Kitchen
-Laundry
-Activities and tours (fishing, strolling, tours at Cultural properties)

【Area】
Matsue

Yonemura-ya

Guest House Yonemura-ya is located in the center of Matsue city and a 5 min walk away from Matsue Castle (National Treasure).

【What this place offers】
-AC
-Free Breakfast
-Activities and Tours

【Area】
Matsue

Mt. Ichibata Cottage

Mt. Ichibata Cottage is located on the grounds of Ichibata Yakushi Temple.
Known as a sanctuary of healing and a place of worship for over 1000 years,
the temple stands in the midst of some magnificent scenery looking down upon
the vastness of Lake Shinji and to the mountains in the distance.

【What this place offers】
-Kitchen
-Private Sauna
-Activities and tours, zen meditation (zazen) and Japanese calligraphy (shakyou)

【Area】
Izumo

Sannai Villa Keian

Located in the town that once prospered with Tatara iron manufacturing, Sannai Villa Keian is an inn that was used as an atelier by a famous architect.

【What this place offers】
-Kitchen
-BBQ
-Zen meditation
-Rice cooking on the traditional stove

【Area】
Unnan

Housen Nagaya

An old Japanese house located in the tranquil hot spring town of Yunotsu.
Enjoy your stay at a traditional Japanese house.

【What this place offers】
-Kitchen
-Onsen

【Area】
Oda

Kimagure Keji no Sobaya

This is a soba restaurant with accommodations in the deep forest of Ohnan town, Shimane.
You can experience making soba that uses 100% locally made soba flour.

【What this place offers】
-Activities include soba noodle making and udon noodle making

【Area】
Ohnan

Namechan-chi

After climbing deep into the mountain, you will find a traditional Japanese guest house with a big roof.
If you like spending your time relaxing in a rural area, playing with soil, harvesting and farming, or if you are a family with kids, this guest house might be what you are looking for!

【What this place offers】
-Planting seeds for potatoes, onions and sweet potatoes
-Harvesting vegetables
-Onsen
-Crafting baskets
-Making "koke" balls

【Area】
Hamada

Itoann

This guest house in Izumo is a traditional Japanese Inn (Ryokan) built in 1945. Located within 5 minutes from Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine, the shrine of matchmaking, it is a place for locals and tourists to gather and socialize.

【What this place offers】
-Kitchen
-Cafe and Bar

【Area】
Izumo

Lodge Okutsudo

Located right next to the beach, Lodge Okutsudo is a guest house best suitable for those interested in marine activities and sports.

【What this place offers】
-Tennis court
-Gymnasium
-Camping
-Beach access

【Area】
Okinoshima