Your stay — Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima
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The Property — Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima
This is a no-frills, business-oriented guesthouse near Hiroshima Station, not a boutique hotel. The lobby is small and functional, with a vending machine and a seating area that feels more like an airport lounge than a place to linger. Best for travellers who want a clean, quiet room close to the Shinkansen and don't need any extras beyond a bed and a shower. The USP is location: a five-minute walk from the station, which makes it ideal for breaking a longer journey or arriving late.
Chronicles of Hiroshima
Hiroshima was founded as a castle town in 1589 by Mori Terumoto, but its global significance was rewritten on 6 August 1945 when the first atomic bomb was used in war. The city was rebuilt from the rubble as a symbol of peace, with the Peace Memorial Park and Museum occupying the epicentre of the blast. Post-war reconstruction embraced modern architecture, and today Hiroshima is a compact, walkable city of tree-lined boulevards, restored tram lines, and a thriving food culture centred on okonomiyaki. Its contemporary identity is shaped by this dual legacy: a tragic past and a forward-looking, resilient civic spirit.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hiroshima guide →Best months
April and November. Spring brings cherry blossoms along the riverbanks and mild temperatures, while autumn offers crisp air, low humidity, and fewer tourists than Golden Week or summer.
Peak / festival surge
August, especially the week of 6 August for Peace Memorial Ceremonies. The city is crowded, hotel prices spike by 30–50% above average, and book months ahead. Summer heat and humidity also hit their worst, with highs above 33°C and frequent rain.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best budget shoulder months. May has pleasant weather before the rainy season starts; October is post-typhoon season with clear skies and cooler days. Both offer lower hotel rates and fewer visitors than peak times.
Weather & packing
July in Hiroshima is fiercely hot and humid, with temps around 31°C and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Pack a compact umbrella, a lightweight long-sleeved shirt for temple dress codes, and sandals that can handle sudden rain.
Live City Briefing — Hiroshima
- Hiroshima's tram network has a new stop serving the redeveloped station forecourt, making access to Peace Park slightly faster from the east side.
- The Peace Memorial Museum's main building remains open after its partial renovation in 2025, but the East Building exhibition on the bombing aftermath has rotated new artifacts.
- Summer beer gardens and outdoor okonomiyaki stalls along the Ōta River delta open from mid-June, offering a locals-only alternative to the air-conditioned restaurant strip.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the upper floors (5th floor and above) to reduce street-level noise and get better air circulation. The hotel has only 4 floors for guest rooms, so the top floor (4th floor) is likely the quietest and offers the best chance of avoiding foot traffic from above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor — closest to the street and lobby noise, and likely have less natural light. Also avoid rooms directly above the entrance or near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift can be audible, especially in an older building.
Best views
The hotel is in central Hiroshima, so rooms facing away from the main street (likely the back side) will have a quieter outlook onto neighbouring buildings. Upper-floor corner rooms might offer a glimpse of the city skyline or a sliver of sky.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — furthest from street-level activity and above the lobby's bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Hiroshima's central roads, particularly during morning and evening rush hours. The lift shaft may be audible in adjacent rooms on lower floors. No bar or club noise expected from the building itself.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask about parking arrangements at check-in — many central Hiroshima hotels don't have on-site parking, but they often have a partnership with a nearby lot. 2. The front desk may offer a free upgrade if you ask politely and it's a quiet night — be specific about preferring a high floor rear-facing room.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout, 10 Mbps download; no login required, just accept terms
One small lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; free access to digital news via lobby tablet only
Standard 15:00-22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 free; late check-out fee 1,000 JPY per hour until 12:00
Free before check-in and after check-out at front desk; coin lockers (300 JPY) if front desk closed
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; narrow doorways in standard rooms
No on-site parking; paid public car park 'Tenmaya Parking' 200 m away, 1,200 JPY per night (18:00-08:00); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200 JPY per person per night (applies to stays over 10,000 JPY)
Deposit & card hold: No deposit required for online bookings; a 5,000 JPY cash or card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: 報専坊 (734 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 善正寺 (751 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 圓龍寺 (769 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 教順寺 (788 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
SUNMALL — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
己斐東公園 — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
広島サッカーミュージアム — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
広島県民文化センター — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ローソン銀行 — 850 m · ~11 min walk
寺町漢方薬局 — 728 m · ~9 min walk
セブン-イレブン — 618 m · ~8 min walk
横川 — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Best rates at post offices or city-centre banks; avoid airport counters and hotel desks where rates are poor.
Major credit cards accepted at hotels, larger shops and restaurants; many smaller eateries, markets and buses are cash-only. Contactless pay (Suica/ICOCA) widely used on transit and convenience stores.
Not customary — no tipping in restaurants, taxis or hotels. A polite arigatou is enough.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Canned coffee from a convenience store (vending machine or chiller) costs around 100–120 yen.
A bowl of soba or udon at a standing noodle bar or food court for 500–700 yen.
Okonomiyaki (Hiroshima-style) at a casual eatery: around 1,000–1,500 yen for a main.
Head to the Hondōri covered arcade or Okonomi-mura (the multi-storey okonomiyaki village) for affordable sit-down street-food style meals.
Supermarket chains: Fresco, Youme Town, and the AEON group are common for budget groceries.
Hondōri arcade has mid-range chain stores (Uniqlo, GU) and second-hand shops; the larger AEON mall near the station has more budget fashion.
Hiroshima’s streetcar network: day pass (tram only) 700 yen. From the airport, the limousine bus (1,400 yen) is the cheapest direct option.
Buy a Hiroshima Tourist Pass for unlimited tram/bus access. Eat okonomiyaki for lunch rather than dinner (lunch sets often 100–200 yen cheaper). Fill a water bottle at public drinking fountains — tap water is safe.
Good to know — Hiroshima
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥162.38 · JPY
Emergency Contacts
HiroshimaFor non-emergency inquiries, call the Hiroshima Prefectural Police at 082-228-0110 or the Hiroshima Fire Bureau at 082-511-9119. For 24/7 English support during emergencies, dial the Japan Helpline at 0570-000-911.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hiroshima, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ローソン銀行 — 850 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · 寺町漢方薬局 — 728 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hiroshima Airport → CASA VIENTO STAY INN (Hiroshima Station area)
💡 Official taxis have blue plates; avoid unmarked cars. Metered fare roughly ¥12,000–15,000—good for 2+ people splitting. No surcharge after midnight.
Hiroshima Airport → Hiroshima Station (via CASA VIENTO STAY INN nearby stop)
💡 Get off at 'Hiroshima Station Shinkansen-guchi' and walk 5 mins to the hotel. Buses leave from bay 1 outside arrivals—pay with cash or IC card on board.
Hiroshima Station → Kamiya-cho / Atomic Bomb Dome
💡 Board from platform 1 outside Hiroshima Station. Buy day pass for ¥680 if doing multiple trips. Exit at 'Kamiya-cho' for Peace Park—the hotel is a 10-min walk back.
Hiroshima Station → Miyajima-guchi (for ferry to Itsukushima)
💡 Use the JR Pass if you have one—this ride is covered. Get off at 'Miyajimaguchi' station, then walk 3 mins to the ferry. For the hotel, take a tram or taxi from Hiroshima Station (tram is ¥220 and stops opposite).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
Request rooms on the upper floors (5th floor and above) to reduce street-level noise and get better air circulation. The hotel has only 4 floors for guest rooms, so the top floor (4th floor) is likely the quietest and offers the best chance of avoiding foot traffic from above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor — closest to the street and lobby noise, and likely have less natural light. Also avoid rooms directly above the entrance or near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift can be audible, especially in an older building.
Is Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima noisy?
Street noise from Hiroshima's central roads, particularly during morning and evening rush hours. The lift shaft may be audible in adjacent rooms on lower floors. No bar or club noise expected from the building itself.
Which rooms have the best views at Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
The hotel is in central Hiroshima, so rooms facing away from the main street (likely the back side) will have a quieter outlook onto neighbouring buildings. Upper-floor corner rooms might offer a glimpse of the city skyline or a sliver of sky.
What are insider tips for staying at Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
1. If arriving by car, ask about parking arrangements at check-in — many central Hiroshima hotels don't have on-site parking, but they often have a partnership with a nearby lot. 2. The front desk may offer a free upgrade if you ask politely and it's a quiet night — be specific about preferring a high floor rear-facing room.
What time is check-in at Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
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Does Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout, 10 Mbps download; no login required, just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
200 JPY per person per night (applies to stays over 10,000 JPY)
Where can I eat cheaply near Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
A bowl of soba or udon at a standing noodle bar or food court for 500–700 yen.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Guesthouse Com Inn Hiroshima?
Hiroshima’s streetcar network: day pass (tram only) 700 yen. From the airport, the limousine bus (1,400 yen) is the cheapest direct option.
When is the best time to visit Hiroshima?
April and November. Spring brings cherry blossoms along the riverbanks and mild temperatures, while autumn offers crisp air, low humidity, and fewer tourists than Golden Week or summer.
Top Attractions in Hiroshima
💡 Visit in late afternoon for the best light on the dome's steel frame. There's no need to queue—just stand by the riverside for the iconic shot.
💡 Go early to avoid crowds. The best views of the A-Bomb Dome are from the bridge at the park's northern edge, especially just after sunrise.
💡 Bring a paper crane to add to the displays—there's a small donation box for materials, or fold your own beforehand. Quietest around 8am.
💡 The free outer grounds have a nice view of the castle from the south bridge. The modern art museum inside the park is also free on the first Sunday of the month.
💡 Combine with a tea ceremony in the garden's tea house—costs an extra 500 yen but includes matcha and a sweet. Tickets are sold at the gate.