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Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse

1.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Property amenity
Reception
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a low wooden table.
House, 3 Bedrooms

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$75
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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2927-6 Nishimuro-Gun, Shirahama, Wakayama-ken, 649-2211
  • Place, Shirahama Onsen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandanbeki Cave
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Senjojiki
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Shirahama (SHM-Nanki - Shirahama)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, a small table, and a shelf with decorative items.

Standard Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom

A room with a green carpet, wooden beams on the ceiling, and large windows with curtains.

Superior Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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House, 3 Bedrooms | In-room dining

House, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 90 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Shirahama

At Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse you'll be within steps of Shirahama Onsen and Sandanbeki Cave. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a computer station and a vending machine. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Shirahama hostel include Adventure World and Shirahama Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Shirahama Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sandanbeki Cave - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Senjojiki - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shirahama Undersea Observation Tower - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Shirahama Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Shirahama Station - 15 min drive
  • Asso Station - 24 min drive
  • Shirahama (SHM-Nanki - Shirahama) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Banya - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Key Noodle 抱きしめ鯛 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪紬カフェ - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Garden Restaurant Giovanni - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪長久酒場 - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse

There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse also features a vending machine and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Shirahama hostel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private bath (in communal space).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Computer station

Spa

  • Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch LCD TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Dormitory SANDANYA Guesthouse Hostel Nishimuro-Gun
Dormitory SANDANYA Guesthouse Hostel
Dormitory SANDANYA Guesthouse Nishimuro-Gun
Dormitory SANDANYA Guesthouse Hostel Shirahama
Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse Hostel Shirahama
Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse Hostel
Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse Shirahama
Dormitory Sandanya Shirahama
Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse Shirahama
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse
Dormitory Sandanya Hostel
Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse?

Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse?

As of 29 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse?

Yep, Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse?

The closest beach to Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse is Shirahama Beach (1.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse?

No, Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.

Dormitory Sandanya Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is full of history and memories. Well equipped with everything you need for travel. Fully equipped kitchen and washing machine and drier provided. Host couple are super friendly. The location is next to the bus stop. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cho Chiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The accomodation we stayed was a two-storey house, with three bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, two toilets and one bathroom. The size of the house seemed to be over 1000 sq. feet which were perfect for a family of 6 or more. There was a fully equipped kitchen and washing machine, saving us a lot of money and hassle. The location was also exellent, Sandanbeki bus stop was right outside the guesthouse and from here you can get to most of the tourist attractions without changing bus. The house owner was living in the adjacent house and he was so nice that whenever we needed help he would be available for assisting us. The price was amazingly low and we wholeheartedly recommend the accomodation to those visiting Shirahama if an accomodation with hotspring and board is not a must.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wai Yau

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
員工非常客氣，服務周到，設施十足，車位足夠和方便
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente acomodación

Nuestra experiencia ha sido muy buena. Lo mejor el señor, amigable y atento! Muchas gracias, le deseamos mucho éxito ya que se nota que hace las cosas con cariño (incluso salió a asegurarse que no perdíamos el bus). La casa es acogedora y la decoración no te deja indiferente (corales, objetos típicos japoneses...). Tienen la opción de comprar cosas variadas por si gustas de comer algo ahí. La habitación es realmente grande, cómoda y limpia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても清潔です。
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
オーナーが親切だった
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
値段そうおうでよかった。お風呂があればもっとよい。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
コストパフォーマンスは最高。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitsuaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
食事は安くておいしい。部屋もきれい。 共有スペースでは自由にできる。いうことなし。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ともひろ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
非常に良かったんです。 ご主人の人柄も良く気持ち良く滞在出来ました。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

かゆいところに手が届いてる！コスパ最高！おすすめの宿。

トイレ、シャワールームや洗面台など水回りを含め、全てが清潔に保たれていました。 バスタオル、フェイスタオルあり。洗面台まわりには紙コップ、歯ブラシ、綿棒、ティッシュ、ドライヤーあり。 シャワールームにはシャンプー、ボディソープ、メイク落とし洗顔料あり。 フリードリンクはお茶、紅茶のティーパックにネスカフェバリスタのコーヒー。ホットだけかと思いきや、氷の用意もあり。 欲しいなと思う物はだいたい揃っており、う〜ん…かゆいところに手が届いている！！ なにより、オーナー夫妻のお人柄が温かく、初めてお邪魔したのに不思議と「はぁ〜帰ってきたなぁ♪」と感じるくらいリラックスできました。 食事は朝8〜10時、夜7〜9時の間でうどんや丼物を良心的な価格で用意していただけます。小さい子ども連れでしたので、とても助かりました！ こちらの宿を知ってしまうと、高いホテルや旅館に宿泊するのがばかばかしく感じてしまいます。 他の客室の物音や話し声は聞こえますので、神経質な方には不向きかもしれません。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
owner is a very very nice guy!! no restaurant around so you have to go to the "canteen" downstairs to order food from the owner, he cooks well & must try the miso soup!!!!!!! ichiban oishii!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
過去の旅行の中で一番暖かく落ち着ける宿泊施設でした。まるで実家か親戚の家か…というくらい 良い意味で家感がすごい★ 軽食も簡単な物ばかりではありますが、レトルトではなく店主自らの手作りばかりで 全て美味しかった。ここのソフトクリームも最高です♬ 建物自体は古いけど 観光名所からも近いし不潔さも無く、店主の人の良さが伝わります。 二泊三日の旅行の中で小学生の子供達が【一番気に入った】と言う場所が『泊まらせてくれたおじちゃんの家』でした。 個人の意見なので万人が同じではないでしょうが 普段から何かと難癖の多い母も『また来たい』と言うほど 我家にとってはとても素敵な宿でした
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Book 左8人獨立屋和一間3人房（共用浴室）～獨立屋好大好舒服～但3人房的隔音就比較差～隔離間房的人晚上睡覺很嘈.....host好nice~民宿位置方便～自駕有大停車場提供～步行就到三段壁千疊敷～
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
La atencion muy buena. El Guest house muy bien ubicado, súper limpio, los desayunos los mejores!! También tienen bicis para alquilar. Hay muchas actividades para hacer y muy cerca. El bus stop, tiene parada en esta esquina
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr sehr nette Eigentümer, tolle Lage, zum einen an den Cliffs, zum anderen strandnah, leckeres Essen zu einem guten Preis
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
１番は値段が安い！和室の畳の上で布団で寝れたのも、疲れがとれて良かった！スタッフも丁寧！
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お値段に関わらず、良心的おもてなしを感じました。 次回も利用したいと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

junichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

満足です！

楽しく、快適に宿泊させて頂きました！ コスパは大変素晴らしいです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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老闆很親切、料理好吃有誠意！ CP值高
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
建物はそれなり古さを感じますが、内装の清潔さ、各設備の使いやすさにとてもこだわりを感じました。一つ一つ試行錯誤、宿泊者の意見を取り入れながら改善されてきたことを感じました。布団はふかふかでとても気持ちよかったです。コストパフォーマンスは最高です。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique guesthouse. its the only guesthouse that we stayed in throughout our 10 days trip. Amenities are great and clean. We once worried it would be a bit noisy as its an old japanese house with thin walls, sitting right at the intersection and entrance of the famous Sandanbeki, turned out we both agreed we had the best quality of sleep, even better than the hotels and onsen ryokan that we stayed at. Love the smell of tatami in the room ! Owners are friendly and helpful ! overall a very nice experience, not to mention its really cheap price ! sadly we had to leave very early morning to go to Katsuura for the Tuna auction , Highly recommended !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
旅館位置一流，容易找，就在景點旁邊，而且交通十分方便，周邊環境清靜優雅，空氣清新，令人身心舒暢，心曠神怡，煩腦和壓力盡消，真是養生之地，而且旅館收費很便宜，簡直絕對超值，我會再選擇這旅館為下次渡假的住宿地，並小住兩星期。
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お部屋の引き戸をスムーズにしてください。　 開けるたびにガタガタちょときずかいをしました。 後はとても良く、朝食のおうどんがとても、美味しかったです。　 お世話になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019