Travelers appreciate the friendly staff at this welcoming hotel, where they can easily explore nearby attractions and sample fresh seafood at the local market
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki is close to Ganryujima and Shimonoseki Fish Market. Guests enjoy dining at the on-site restaurant, in-room WiFi, and amenities like dry cleaning, luggage storage, and self parking.
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About the neighborhood
Located in Shimonoseki, Smile Hotel Shimonoseki is in the city center and near a train station. Kitakyushu Manga Museum and Riverwalk Kitakyushu are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Mojiko Retro and Kokura Castle. Ganryujima and Shimonoseki Fish Market are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Shimonoseki travel guide
Located close to Ganryujima and Shimonoseki Fish Market, Smile Hotel Shimonoseki provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Self parking (surcharge), luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
An elevator, a vending machine, and a banquet hall
Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All 128 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Self parking fee: JPY 500 per night
Nearby parking fee: JPY 500 per night(1640 ft away; open 24 hours)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, and R Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Shimonoseki Tokyu
Smile Shimonoseki
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki Hotel
Shimonoseki Tokyu REI
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki Shimonoseki
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki Hotel Shimonoseki
Frequently asked questions
Is Smile Hotel Shimonoseki pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Smile Hotel Shimonoseki?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Shimonoseki on 10 May 2026 start from AED 147, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for JPY 500 per night.
What time is check-in at Smile Hotel Shimonoseki?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Smile Hotel Shimonoseki?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Smile Hotel Shimonoseki located?
Located in the heart of Shimonoseki, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Shimonoseki Fish Market and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Mojiko Retro. Ganryujima and Sumiyoshi Shrine are also within 6 mi (10 km). Kitakyushu Shimonoseki Station is 7 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
7.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 1002 reviews
10 - Excellent
328
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 1002 reviews
8 - Good
383
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1002 reviews
6 - Okay
208
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1002 reviews
4 - Poor
56
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews
2 - Terrible
27
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yasumasa
29 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff members at the hotel were very polite and friendly. Location was great.
The location is great! Sea Mall is right next to the hotel and Shimonoseki station is 2-3 minutes away. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the facilities are nice and clean.
Aida
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sushma
17 June 2024
Clean room n front staff also good
Sushma
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
TIMOTHY
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Showing its age but still good value and very convenient for public transport, restaurants, shopping and supermarket.
Spent 3 nights. Easy access from the station only a few minutes from main stores facilities. Amazing service! The building itself old but the fully refurbished and dairy cleaning was excellent the room was made up perfectly. Was the comfortable during our stays also breakfast service was included there are not that much variations but menu change every days. We spent a relaxing times every morning
Location of this hotel is very good but downside is the direction for the carpark is a mess! They don’t have drop-off space for driver, the only indication for parking is inside the lift lobby at 1/F while reception is at the 4/F! Parking fee is fair though, room is clean but the bathroom is a little bit old and small! For price wise it’s not bad!