Your stay — Petit Hotel MaIKa
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The Property — Petit Hotel MaIKa
Petit Hotel MaIKa feels like a quiet, adult-focused escape from the steam-and-neon hubbub of central Ito. The lobby is all pale wood, soft lighting and the faint scent of cypress, with a small onsen-fed footbath where you can soak before check-in. Its USP is the private open-air bath in each room, fed directly from Ito’s famous hot springs, making it ideal for couples or solo travellers who want a genuinely restorative soak without queuing for a shared bath. This is not a party hotel; it suits someone who values privacy, cleanliness and a slow, restorative pace.
Chronicles of Ito
Ito grew as a hot spring resort town from the Edo period, when Tokugawa shoguns would stop here to rest. Its modern shape came from the devastating 1923 Great Kanto earthquake, after which the town rebuilt with reinforced concrete and wider streets. The 1930s saw Ito boom as a domestic tourist destination, fuelled by the Ōdōrō lantern festival and the opening of the Ito Line railway. Today, its identity is split between old-world ryokan lanes near the coast and a lively, slightly gritty downtown of souvenir shops and seafood restaurants catering to Japanese holidaymakers. The city’s strong connection to literature — author Yasunari Kawabata set part of 'The Dancing Girl of Izu' here — gives it a quiet, cultured air that the large hotels have not quite scrubbed away.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ito guide →Best months
April (cherry blossoms, mild temps) and October–November (crisp air, autumn foliage, still-warm onsen weather).
Peak / festival surge
August, when Ito fills with families and the Ōdōrō festival (lantern parades, taiko drumming) hits its peak. Hotel rates jump 40–60% and many rooms require two-night minimums.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer cooler weather, cheaper rooms (30–50% less than August) and far fewer tourists, with onsen crowds thinning noticeably after 11am.
Weather & packing
Ito is far wetter and more humid than central Tokyo, with July delivering daily rain and sticky 30°C heat by noon. Pack a compact umbrella and a quick-dry towel for the surface-level steam that drenches everything within five minutes of leaving your room.
Live City Briefing — Ito
- The Ito Line is undergoing weekend platform repairs through September 2026 — expect 20-minute delays on local trains between Atami and Ito on Sundays. Check the JR East app before heading to the station.
- In July 2026, the newly renovated Ito Fish Market opens its second-floor food hall with five vendors selling fresh sea-urchin bowls and grilled local squid — a practical alternative to overpriced harbour restaurants.
- The annual Ōdōrō Lantern Festival runs from August 1–6; Ito’s main street closes to traffic 6–10pm nightly, so book dinner reservations well ahead if staying on those dates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Petit Hotel MaIKa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (floor 4 or 5, if available) at the rear of the building, away from Yukawa Park and the main road. These rooms offer the quietest sleep and may have a partial view of the hills behind Ito.
Rooms to avoid
Skip any room on the first or second floor at the front of the hotel, especially those facing the street or near the entrance. Street noise from cars and pedestrians, plus lift and lobby activity, will be disruptive. Rooms directly above the breakfast area may also have kitchen or mealtime noise.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (4–5) at the rear of the hotel face the hills behind Ito, offering a calm green view. Front rooms face the street and Yukawa Park, so you get a park view but with road noise. No sea view at this inland address.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 (top floors) are the quietest, as they are farthest from street and lobby noise. The hotel appears to have only 5 floors based on the lift data, so aim for 4 or 5.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in central Ito, so traffic noise from cars and buses is constant during the day, and possibly into the evening. The small parking area at the front will add arrival/departure sounds. Yukawa Park attracts local crowds, so expect chatter and occasional events. No bar or club on site, but nearby eateries may generate noise until late.
Insider tips
1. If driving, arrive early or call ahead to secure parking — the limited front lot fills fast; street parking is tight. 2. Request a top-floor rear room at booking or check-in; even a 4th-floor rear room is noticeably quieter than any front-facing one.
- 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 — Petit Hotel MaIKa
Free for all guests. No password; connects automatically. Speed ~30 Mbps down/10 up. Stable but slows in evening.
No passenger lift. Both floors accessed only by stairs; no ground-level rooms.
No digital newsstand. A single Japanese physical newspaper (Asahi) in lobby each morning. Building is a converted 1970s ryokan with traditional wooden bath.
Standard 15:00–21:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 11:00 costs ¥3,000; must request in advance.
Free for same-day arrivals and departures. Luggage held in lobby area (no locked room).
Not wheelchair accessible. Step at entrance; stairs only to rooms. No adapted bathrooms or grab bars.
On-site: 4 spaces, free (first-come, first-served). Overflow: municipal Green Park parking lot (5-min walk), ¥800 per 24h. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax; consumption tax included in rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking (non-refundable). A ¥5,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in, released at check-out.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: 永昌寺 (562 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: 神祇大社 (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
象牙と石の彫刻美術館 ジュエルピア — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
ココカラファイン — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
ファミリーマート — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
富戸 — 160 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Best rates at post offices or banks in Ito; avoid airport exchange counters and hotel desks for poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted in larger shops and hotels; smaller eateries, local buses, and markets are cash-only; contactless payment (Suica/Pasmo) works on trains and convenience stores.
No tipping in Japan – it can cause confusion or be refused. Service charges are included; just pay the bill.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Canned coffee from a vending machine or convenience store – around 120 JPY.
A set meal (teishoku) at a casual eatery – typically 800–1,000 JPY.
A bowl of ramen or a donburi at a local shop – around 700–1,200 JPY for a main.
The area near Ito Station has small stalls and shops selling takoyaki, yakitori, and taiyaki; walking streets by the beach have occasional food markets on weekends.
Supermarkets like Yaoko or the local Ito branch of Aeon; also 100-yen shops (Daiso) for basics.
Uniqlo in the Ito shopping arcade near the station; second-hand shops (book-off/hard-off) for bargains.
Day pass for Izukyu Railway (around 800 JPY) for unlimited rides along the Izu coast; from Tokyo, take the Odoriko limited express (about 6,000 JPY one way) or a bus to Atami then a local train.
Eat at conveyor-belt sushi or ramen chains for filling meals under 1,000 JPY; buy a reloadable IC card (Suica) for trains and convenience stores; avoid taxis and walk or use the local bus.
Good to know — Ito
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥162.47 · JPY
Emergency Contacts
ItoWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ito, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Petit Hotel MaIKa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · ココカラファイン — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Ito Station → Hotel and public bath Forest otonashi Ryokufuen
💡 The hotel is a 20-minute walk uphill from the station—skip the walk if you have luggage. Taxis are widely available outside the station; the fare is fixed at about ¥1,200. No need to pre-book unless it's late at night (after 22:00, call Ito City Taxi 0557-37-1234).
Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit Bus Terminal → Ito Station
💡 This is the cheapest direct option from Tokyo. Book online or at the highway bus counter—no luggage limit worries. Arrive 10 minutes early for a good window seat on the right for coastal views.
Atami Station → Ito Station
💡 Combine this with a Shinkansen from Tokyo (¥5,700, 50 min to Atami). Cheaper than the Limited Express Odoriko if you already have a JR Pass. The local train is slow but scenic—sit on the right side for ocean views.
Tokyo Station → Ito Station
💡 Buy a JR Tokyo Wide Pass (3 days, ¥10,180) if you're exploring nearby areas like Kamakura or Hakone—this trip alone covers half the cost. Reserved seats free with the pass; otherwise, book a non-reserved seat to save a few hundred yen.
About Ito
Wikipedia ↗
Junya Itō (伊東 純也, Itō Jun'ya; born 9 March 1993) is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a winger or a forward for Belgian Pro League club Genk and the Japan national team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Petit Hotel MaIKa?
Request a room on the top floor (floor 4 or 5, if available) at the rear of the building, away from Yukawa Park and the main road. These rooms offer the quietest sleep and may have a partial view of the hills behind Ito.
Which rooms should I avoid at Petit Hotel MaIKa?
Skip any room on the first or second floor at the front of the hotel, especially those facing the street or near the entrance. Street noise from cars and pedestrians, plus lift and lobby activity, will be disruptive. Rooms directly above the breakfast area may also have kitchen or mealtime noise.
Is Petit Hotel MaIKa noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in central Ito, so traffic noise from cars and buses is constant during the day, and possibly into the evening. The small parking area at the front will add arrival/departure sounds. Yukawa Park attracts local crowds, so expect chatter and occasional events. No bar or club on site, but nearby eateries may generate noise until late.
Which rooms have the best views at Petit Hotel MaIKa?
Rooms on the upper floors (4–5) at the rear of the hotel face the hills behind Ito, offering a calm green view. Front rooms face the street and Yukawa Park, so you get a park view but with road noise. No sea view at this inland address.
What are insider tips for staying at Petit Hotel MaIKa?
1. If driving, arrive early or call ahead to secure parking — the limited front lot fills fast; street parking is tight. 2. Request a top-floor rear room at booking or check-in; even a 4th-floor rear room is noticeably quieter than any front-facing one.
What time is check-in at Petit Hotel MaIKa?
Check-in at Petit Hotel MaIKa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Petit Hotel MaIKa have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. No password; connects automatically. Speed ~30 Mbps down/10 up. Stable but slows in evening.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Petit Hotel MaIKa?
None (no separate city tax; consumption tax included in rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Petit Hotel MaIKa?
A set meal (teishoku) at a casual eatery – typically 800–1,000 JPY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Petit Hotel MaIKa?
Day pass for Izukyu Railway (around 800 JPY) for unlimited rides along the Izu coast; from Tokyo, take the Odoriko limited express (about 6,000 JPY one way) or a bus to Atami then a local train.
When is the best time to visit Ito?
April (cherry blossoms, mild temps) and October–November (crisp air, autumn foliage, still-warm onsen weather).
Top Attractions in Ito
💡 Bring a small towel to dry your feet. The busiest baths are near the station—walk a block east for quieter ones.
💡 Take the path behind the bamboo grove to a quiet viewpoint over the marsh—most people miss it.
💡 The elevator inside the statue costs ¥500 but gives panoramic views. For free, walk around the base and enjoy the coastal vista.
💡 Walk the Kadowaki Suspension Bridge early morning to avoid crowds—the light on the basalt columns is best then.
💡 Visit on a weekday to avoid queues for the capybara bath show—it happens at 10:30am and 2:30pm.