Wan Wan Paradise Toba

7.7

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.7/10, based on 274 reviews.

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41st	Koinami	7.8/10	100
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43rd	Kinpokan	7.8/10	202
44th	Ama no Shima	7.6/10	48
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Toba Current ryokan	7.7/10	274
46th	Ryoufuso	7.2/10	24
47th	Mizuhokan	7.1/10	22
48th	Ryokan Seishounagon	7.0/10	91

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM

Sea Views Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Indoor Bath Massage

Location

517-0015 Mie, Toba, Obamacho 272, Japan

Staff 8,0/10

Facilities 8,0/10

Cleanliness 7,0/10

Comfort 7,0/10

Value for money 7,0/10

Location 8,0/10

Dog-Friendly StayA dedicated dog-friendly hotel where guests can stay comfortably with their dogs.

Toba Bay ViewsMany common areas and baths look out over Toba Bay for a scenic seaside feel.

Panoramic BathThe large-view bath is a standout for relaxing while overlooking the bay.

Walkable From StationToba Station is about an 11-minute walk, helping with rail access.

Near Top SightsToba Aquarium and Mikimoto Pearl Island are a short drive away.

Inside Ise-ShimaSet by Ise-Shima National Park, it works well for coastal sightseeing.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and dog-friendly facilities are the strongest reason to stay here: arrive in mid-afternoon, use the bay-view bath, have the seafood dinner, sleep by the waterfront, then use the next day for Toba Aquarium, Mikimoto Pearl Island, or onward travel toward Ise-Shima. A second night only makes sense if you want a slower coastal schedule or are traveling with a dog and prefer less rushing.

Trip-planning verdict: This dog-focused seaside hotel in Toba works best as a 1-night scenic stay or a 2-night relaxed Toba/Ise visit, but it is not a true ryokan onsen retreat and not the best long base if you want dense sightseeing on foot.

Know before booking

Not a hot springThe large bath has bay views but it is heated water, so onsen-focused travelers may feel misled.

Dog-first propertyThe hotel is designed around guests with dogs; travelers wanting a classic quiet ryokan atmosphere may prefer elsewhere.

Limited walkable coreYou can reach central Toba sights, but the hotel is better with shuttle, taxi, or car than constant on-foot hopping.

Hana Izumi (on-site)

on-site

Main on-site Japanese restaurant with local seafood; dogs are allowed.

Private Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Bookable private meal rooms for guests who want a quieter space with their dog.

Tenbinya (nearby)

nearbynear Toba Station

Popular local seafood restaurant known for Toba flavors.

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 For most rail travelers, arrive at Toba Station and take a short taxi ride to the ryokan, especially if carrying luggage. For air arrivals, Chubu Centrair International Airport is usually the most practical airport gateway before continuing by rail and/or ferry-bus connections toward Toba.

Toba Stationstation
840 mabout 10–20 min on foot depending on route and luggageabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10–20 min by local transfer or taxi connection
Primary rail gateway for the property; best final transfer point for most guests coming by JR or Kintetsu. Taxi is usually the easiest last segment with bags.
Nakanogo Stationstation
1.1 kmabout 15–25 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxibest checked locally
Closer local Kintetsu stop than larger hubs in some cases, but less useful than Toba Station for most visitors because connections are more limited.
Shima-Akasaki Stationstation
1.4 kmabout 25–40 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxibest checked locally
Useful as a nearby local station on the Kintetsu Shima Line, but usually more practical as a short taxi pickup point than as a walking arrival.
Ujiyamada Stationstation
11 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–40 min by car depending on trafficabout 25–40 min by train to Toba, then short taxi ride
Good Kintetsu access hub for travelers approaching from Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya via the wider Kintetsu network.
Iseshi Stationstation
12 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–40 min by car depending on trafficabout 25–40 min by train to Toba, then short taxi ride
A useful secondary transfer hub if coming from the Ise area or if rail options to Toba are easier via Iseshi.
Toba Bus Centerbus
840 mabout 10 min walkabout 5–10 min by taxi to the ryokanabout 10–20 min depending on local service
Useful if arriving by highway or regional bus into central Toba. Good transfer point to taxi for the final leg.
Toba Marine Terminalbus
1.3 kmabout 20 min walkabout 5–10 min by taxibest checked locally
Relevant mainly for travelers connecting through Toba’s waterfront and ferry-related area; practical if your itinerary includes island routes or marine transfers.
Chubu Centrair International Airportairport
41 kmroughly 2.5–3.5 hours by road, often not idealroughly 2.5–4 hours depending on train and transfer timing
Usually the most useful international or major domestic airport gateway for Toba; continue onward mainly by rail, with Toba Station as the key final hub.
Nagoya Airfieldairport
85 kmroughly 2.5–3.5 hours by roadroughly 3–4.5 hours with city and rail transfers
Mainly useful for some domestic itineraries; generally less straightforward than Centrair for direct leisure access to Toba.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Designed for dog travelThis property is specifically built around stays with dogs rather than simply allowing pets. That usually makes the experience much smoother for owners who want a genuinely dog-friendly base in Toba.
Good base for Toba sightseeingThe hotel is in Toba, Mie, and sits within a short drive of major attractions such as Toba Aquarium and Mikimoto Pearl Island. It works well if you want to combine coastal sightseeing with a pet-friendly overnight stay.
Oceanfront feelThe setting is by the sea, which gives the stay a more open and relaxed atmosphere than a standard roadside hotel. That coastal mood can be a real plus if you want a Toba trip that feels tied to the bay.
Useful practical facilitiesFree parking, Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a station pick-up service make the stay easier logistically, especially for road trips or travelers arriving with a dog and extra gear. These details matter more at a pet-focused property than at a simple city hotel.
On-site bath and resort-style amenitiesThe property includes a bath area and seasonal leisure facilities, so it offers more than just a place to sleep. That gives you a more relaxed resort stay than a bare-bones pet hotel.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not ideal if you do not like dogsBecause the hotel is centered on dog-friendly stays, the atmosphere is likely to include more pet activity, sounds, and movement than a standard inn. Travelers who prefer a quiet, pet-free setting may feel out of place.
More hotel than traditional ryokanDespite the Japanese setting, this property is better understood as a pet-oriented hotel than a classic ryokan with a deeply traditional feel. If you want old-style tatami ambiance and a more refined ryokan experience, this may disappoint.
Sightseeing still needs transportMajor Toba attractions are close by car, but the property is not the kind of ultra-central stay where everything is just outside the door. If you want maximum walkability, the location may feel less convenient.
Facilities may feel midscale rather than luxuriousWith 57 rooms, this is not a tiny intimate inn, and the overall experience is likely more practical than exclusive. Travelers seeking a highly polished luxury retreat may find it fairly simple.
Some amenities are seasonal or standardPart of the leisure appeal depends on seasonal facilities, so the full experience may vary depending on when you visit. Outside the best season, the property may feel more functional than special.

Current position: 45th out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
40th	Kii no Matsushima	8.0/10	102
41st	Koinami	7.8/10	100
42nd	Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura	7.8/10	113
43rd	Kinpokan	7.8/10	202
44th	Ama no Shima	7.6/10	48
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Toba Current ryokan	7.7/10	274
46th	Ryoufuso	7.2/10	24
47th	Mizuhokan	7.1/10	22
48th	Ryokan Seishounagon	7.0/10	91