The surrounding area is quite scenic; the hotel is flanked by trees, gardens and offers great views of the historic relic. The area, including the Tsukushima Shrine comes to life especially at night with its lights illuminating the sky. A stay at Benten guarantees fine memories and equally impressive views.

There are two room types on offer at the hotel, delivering  quintessential Nippon traditional living. Both types are fused with traditional Japanese designs; one fitted with conventional beds and the other type adorned with comfortable futons. All have wide windows allowing guests to appreciate the Seto/Torii view or the property's beautiful maple and cherry tree garden.

The address boasts one of the few places in Miyajima that offers hot-spring sauna-like onsen baths. Here, tubs are made from pure Hinoki wood and the experience is further memorable by its great view of the garden. To complete the soothing experience, it is recommended to  take the bedrock bath.

The hotel's restaurant guarantees the freshest seafood straight from the Set Inland Sea and the finest ingredients for its seasonal menus. Western dishes are also available. The eatery also provides cool beverages and drinks as well as hot aromatic coffee and tea.

The soothing ambiance of Miyajima is heightened with a stay at Benten No Yado. The property not only offers superb views of Tsukushima Shrine, but also boasts a fine garden environment. A pleasant and memorable stay is quite certain here.

Facilities:

• Onsen bath/sauna

Dining:

• Itsukushima - fresh seafood and Japanese cuisine

Room type:

• Japanese style room with futon
• Japanese style room with bed

Benten No Yado Miyajima: 634 Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi-shi, Hiroshima, Japan 739-0515

Benten No Yado Miyajima enjoys a central location in town. Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island is clearly visible from the premise and is just a short transfer away. It takes a little more than an hour to get to Hiroshima Airport.

Who should go?

The garden atmosphere of Benten No Yado certainly adds to the peaceful and soothing island atmosphere at Miyajima. The property is a great place to view the main attraction, Itsukushima Shrine, which is also nearby. For those yearning for an onsen baths, then they are in for a treat as Benten is one of the few on the island that offers it, albeit with a nice garden view.

When to go?

Miyajima features a four weather seasonal pattern with chilly springs, warm sometimes muggy and humid summers, cool autumns and cold winters, receiving less snowfall during this time than most of Japan. The island receives much of its rainfall during the late spring, summer and early autumn months. April and May present the best time to visit, with the accompanying cherry blossoms adding to the cheerful spring atmosphere.

Where is it?

Benten No Yado enjoys a central location in town. Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island is clearly visible from the premise and is just a short transfer away. It takes a little more than an hour to get to Hiroshima Airport.

What's not to be missed?

Viewing the Tsukushima Shrine from the hotel at night after a close viewing of it during the day. A soothing onsen bath.  Fresh seafood at the hotel's restaurant. A walk around the property's verdant garden.

What's cooking?

The hotel's restaurant guarantees the freshest seafood straight from the Set Inland Sea and the best ingredients for its seasonal menus. Western dishes are also available. The eatery also provides cool beverages and drinks as well as hot aromatic coffee and tea.