Izu Hokkawa Seaside Guesthouse 伊豆北川の家

Spotlessly clean, with warm and welcoming staff. Right by the sea, and within walking distance of both the hot spring and the train station.

The only small issue was that the lower bunk is a bit low, so it’s easy to bump your head.

I wanted a retreat stay to take a break from work in the cities with people – and this place was ideal for that. I could hear ocean waves all the time, and btw I was alone, so I felt like at home completely! There is great place outside the house in front of the shop to busk in the sun in the morning. Also the area is very nice, and the position of station and accessability had a charm in it – going uphill to reach the station and seeing great view from there. Magical (I was also lucky with the weather!)

Wasnt a problem for me but: there are fishermen doing noisy work really early (like 6 am)

The location was very nice and cozy, right by the sea where you could hear the waves. It was a 8 minute walk from the trainstation, so very easy to get to even with bags. The facility was very nice and old-fashioned equipped with everything we needed and a fridge to keep breakfast in. The hosts were both very kind and serviceminded to us, and were quick to respond when we needed assistance!

Nothing, everything was good!

The view of the sea from the room

The room was extremely cold when we arrived, and the air conditioner was very noisy, hence we did not get good sleep. In general facilities are quite poor, probably still functional in summer season.