Toba International Hotel Shiojitei

9.2

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.2/10, based on 2,170 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kashikojima Hojoen	9.3/10	1,106
🥈 2nd	Oishiya	9.5/10	71
🥉 3rd	Toba International Hotel Shiojitei Current ryokan	9.2/10	2,170
4th	Hanano Koyado Jyu-bei	9.1/10	746
5th	Ise-Shima Ohtaya Healing Stay	9.3/10	62
6th	Resort Hills Toyohama Soranokaze	9.2/10	101
7th	Isegekusando Iseshinsen	9.1/10	234
8th	Sun Urashima Yuki no Sato	9.2/10	58
9th	Hoshidekan	9.0/10	220
10th	Hinode Ryokan	8.9/10	1,014
11th	Ikyu Reopening on April 1 ,2026	8.9/10	102
12th	Owase Seaside View	9.1/10	29
13th	Hanashinsui	8.8/10	505
14th	Oyado The Earth	9.4/10	11
15th	Kisara Bettei TOKI	8.8/10	62
16th	Kotobukitei	8.7/10	1,375
17th	Oyado Andon Toba	8.7/10	162
18th	Iruka Onsen Hotel Seiryuusou	8.7/10	139
19th	Teisho Basaratei	8.7/10	42
20th	Ryoso Uminocho	8.6/10	1,562
21st	Kisara Oneness	8.9/10	13
22nd	Kochoran	8.6/10	174
23rd	Nisshokan	8.6/10	123
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25th	Saiou no Miya	8.8/10	5
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29th	Tabinoyado Ushionoakari Geiboso	8.4/10	137
30th	Kisara	7.4/10	0
31st	Suzunami	4.7/10	0
32nd	Obama-sō, ryokan de charme à Toba	8.0/10	1
33rd	Michishio	8.3/10	586
34th	Ise Todaya Ryoan	8.2/10	23
35th	Hotel Tokinoza	8.1/10	12
36th	Ryouri no yado Ginrin	8.1/10	25
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41st	Koinami	7.8/10	100
42nd	Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura	7.8/10	113
43rd	Kinpokan	7.8/10	202
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46th	Ryoufuso	7.2/10	24
47th	Mizuhokan	7.1/10	22
48th	Ryokan Seishounagon	7.0/10	91

Check-in from 2:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM

Garden Setting Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Indoor Bath Hot Spring Bath Open-Air Bath

Location

517-0011 Mie, Toba, Toba 1-23-1, Japan

Staff 9,5/10

Facilities 9,2/10

Cleanliness 9,4/10

Comfort 9,4/10

Value for money 8,6/10

Location 9,0/10

Pearl Open-Air BathIts signature pearl bath gives the hot spring experience a distinctive Toba identity.

Ocean Garden SettingGarden and coastal outlook add a calm, scenic atmosphere beyond a standard city stay.

Toba Station ShuttleFree shuttle from Kintetsu Toba Station makes arrivals easier without a rental car.

Good Sightseeing BaseConvenient for Ise Shrine, Toba Aquarium, and Mikimoto Pearl Island day trips.

Seafood-Focused DiningJapanese dining highlights fresh local ingredients, especially regional seafood and seasonal dishes.

Clean, Attentive StayReviews consistently praise cleanliness, comfort, and warm, accommodating service.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining and bath time are the main stay-length drivers here: arrive mid-afternoon, use Tokowaka no Yu before dinner, enjoy the ryokan meal, soak again after breakfast, then pair it with Toba sights or an Ise visit. A second night works if you want a slower Toba/Ise rhythm without changing hotels.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-2 night ryokan stay in Toba for baths, dinner, and easy access to Ise, not as a long base.

Know before booking

Not a long baseToba and nearby Ise support 1-2 nights well, but many travelers will run out of close, high-priority sights after that.

Shuttle helps accessThe property is near Toba Station area but sits off the station core, so bags and uphill walking are less ideal without the shuttle or taxi.

Bath details matterThe public therapy bath uses onsen water, but the Pearl Aurora bath is separate and not a natural onsen.

Tattoo restrictionPublic bath entry rules state tattoos are not allowed, which can be a deal-breaker for some travelers.

Dining Shiraishi (on-site)

on-site

Japanese dining at Shiojitei with breakfast and seasonal dinner courses.

Main Dining Seahorse (on-site)

on-site

French dining in the connected main hotel, known for bay views and buffet breakfast.

Club Lounge (on-site)

on-site

Waterfront cafe lounge for light drinks and relaxed breaks.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive Arrive via Toba Station if coming by rail, then use the ryokan or hotel shuttle when available or take a short taxi ride, especially with luggage. For air arrivals, Chubu Centrair International Airport is the most practical airport gateway before continuing by rail and local transfer to Toba.

Toba Stationstation
510 mabout 10–15 min uphill on foot, depending on route and luggageabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 3–10 min by shuttle or local transfer when operating
Best overall rail arrival point for most travelers; use the hotel shuttle or a taxi rather than walking if carrying luggage.
Kintetsu Toba Stationstation
510 mabout 10–15 min uphill on footabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 3–10 min by shuttle or local transfer when operating
Most useful station entrance for many visitors coming from Nagoya, Osaka, Ise, or Kashikojima on Kintetsu services.
JR Toba Stationstation
510 mabout 10–15 min uphill on footabout 3–5 min by taxibest checked locally
Useful for travelers arriving on JR services; practical once at Toba Station, but final access is usually by shuttle or taxi.
Toba Bus Centerbus
550 mabout 10–15 min uphill on footabout 3–5 min by taxilocal bus connections vary; best checked locally
Useful if reaching Toba by regional bus, but less convenient than rail for final approach to the ryokan.
Chubu Centrair International Airportairport
41 kmgenerally not ideal to drive directly; travel time can be lengthytypically around 2.5–4 hours total with rail and local transfer, depending on connections
Most useful major airport for international and domestic visitors heading to Toba; continue onward mainly by train.
Nagoya Airfield (Komaki Airport)airport
85 kmusually a long intercity transferoften slower and more transfer-heavy than Centrair
Can be useful for some domestic itineraries, but usually less convenient than Centrair for reaching Toba.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Signature pearl bath experienceThe standout bath here is the Pearl Aurora Bath developed with Mikimoto Cosmetics, giving the property a spa identity you are unlikely to find at a standard ryokan. It feels more distinctive than a typical communal bath stop.
Excellent seafood-focused diningMeals highlight Ise-Shima ingredients such as seafood from the Toba area, with well-regarded kaiseki and teppanyaki options. This is a strong pick if local food is one of the main reasons for staying in a ryokan.
Easy arrival from Toba StationThe property offers a free shuttle from Toba Station, which makes check-in much smoother if you are arriving by train with luggage. That convenience is especially helpful for a one-night ryokan stay.
Comfortable blend of ryokan and hotelRoom choices range from pure Japanese rooms to modern Japanese-Western styles and higher-end rooms with open-air baths. It works well for travelers who want tatami atmosphere without giving up too much modern comfort.
Strong service reputationGuest feedback consistently praises the staff for being attentive, polished, and helpful from arrival through dining. That level of hospitality can make the stay feel more relaxing even if you are new to ryokans.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a secluded countryside ryokanAlthough relaxing, it is still a sizable resort-style property near central Toba rather than a hidden inn in a remote onsen town. If you want deep rustic charm and total isolation, this may feel too polished and convenient.
Some rooms are on the compact sideLower room categories can feel small, especially if you are traveling with large suitcases or expect spacious luxury throughout the property. The experience improves noticeably in the higher-end room types.
Dining can raise the total costThe food is a major strength, but it can also make the stay feel expensive, especially if you book premium dinner plans. Budget-minded travelers may find better value at simpler inns in the area.
Public bath can get busyAt peak times, the bath area may feel crowded rather than serene. That matters if quiet soaking time is one of your top priorities.
Less ideal for lingering in-room all daySome guests note room servicing and futon setup rhythms can make it less flexible for daytime lounging in the room. If you want uninterrupted privacy for long stretches, that part of the ryokan routine may feel intrusive.

Current position: 3rd out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kashikojima Hojoen	9.3/10	1,106
🥈 2nd	Oishiya	9.5/10	71
🥉 3rd	Toba International Hotel Shiojitei Current ryokan	9.2/10	2,170
4th	Hanano Koyado Jyu-bei	9.1/10	746
5th	Ise-Shima Ohtaya Healing Stay	9.3/10	62
6th	Resort Hills Toyohama Soranokaze	9.2/10	101
7th	Isegekusando Iseshinsen	9.1/10	234
8th	Sun Urashima Yuki no Sato	9.2/10	58
9th	Hoshidekan	9.0/10	220
10th	Hinode Ryokan	8.9/10	1,014
11th	Ikyu Reopening on April 1 ,2026	8.9/10	102