Onomichi Greenhill Hotel Review 2026: Stay Near the Station
Discover the Greenhill Hotel in Onomichi, Japan! Read our honest review of this perfectly located stay, just steps from JR Onomichi Station, ideal for exploring the islands.
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Discover the Greenhill Hotel in Onomichi, Japan! Read our honest review of this perfectly located stay, just steps from JR Onomichi Station, ideal for exploring the islands.
(c o n t e n t s) | |
01 | Hotel Introduction |
02 | Room / Bathroom / View |
03 | Hotel Facilities |
04 | Location & How to Get There |
05 | My Honest Review |
06 | Price Comparison |
When planning a trip to Onomichi,
it seems like most people
visit just for a day trip.
But for me, I skipped downtown Hiroshima entirely
and used Onomichi as my base
to explore the surrounding islands!
The home base I chose was none other than
the Green Hill Hotel right in front of JR Onomichi Station!
Here is my completely honest, self-funded review.
Let's go!
⭐️ Google Rating: 4.1 (1,018 reviews) ✔️ Prime Location 🚶♀️ 2–3 minute walk 💳 Price: From ~$63 |
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Why you'll love this hotel:
① Just a 2 to 3-minute walk from JR Onomichi Station |
② The ferry terminal is right downstairs, making island hopping super easy |
③ Ocean-view rooms are available |
④ Friendly and helpful staff |
Green Hill Hotel Onomichi
(Green Hill Hotel Onomichi)
Above all, the biggest perk is the location!
It's just a 2 to 3-minute walk from the station,
and the ground floor is actually a
ferry terminal—such a unique setup!
I traveled from Hiroshima Airport through Mihara
to visit Okunoshima (Rabbit Island),
and then took a ferry to Onomichi.
Stepping right off the boat and directly into my hotel
felt so cool and convenient!
It almost felt like taking a boat into Boracay
and arriving straight at an island resort! haha
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Green Hill Hotel Onomichi, Onomichi, 6/30 – 7/1
01
Bathroom
The bathroom was spotless, and the water pressure was great—super satisfying!
As you can see in the photos,
the room came fully stocked with all the basic amenities.
02
The View
Room Types
✔︎ View: City View / Bay View (Waterside/Harbor)
✔︎ Bed: Double / Twin
🛏 Room Booking Info |
Booked: Waterside Semi-Double Room |
Stayed in: Deluxe Twin Room (Harbor View) |
This was the room I originally booked...
But the room I actually got assigned was the Deluxe Twin Room (Harbor View)!
The price for the room had dropped a bit,
so I cancelled and rebooked it.
But maybe there was some kind of system glitch?
When I went to check in, they told me my booking wasn't for an ocean view (harbor/bay view) room!
The staff double-checked everything,
realized there was a mix-up on their end,
and upgraded me to an even better room!
Talk about a lucky break! 🍀
So, the room I actually stayed in was the
Deluxe Twin Room (Harbor View)
This room had two large windows,
and both of them offered gorgeous views of the sea!
The room was also incredibly spacious! haha
They even had a Dyson hair dryer!
I wasn't trying to snoop,
but as I walked past some other rooms that were being cleaned
with their doors open,
I got a peek at what I think was my original room choice—
the Waterside Semi Room.
The interior design looked pretty similar,
but it definitely felt a bit more compact!
In the mini-fridge, they provided two complimentary bottles of mineral water
and a local specialty from Innoshima (an island right off the coast of Onomichi)—
some delicious
Hassaku Jellies!
*Hassaku: A citrus fruit native to Japan.
The lobby itself wasn't huge, but it was cozy and perfectly fine for a quick transition.
Since this area is world-famous for the Shimanami Kaido cycling route, they even have a dedicated space to park your bicycles!
I couldn't get a photo of it, but there are actually massage chairs on every single floor!
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Where is it located?
📍 Green Hill Hotel Onomichi
9-1 Higashigoshochō, Onomichi, Hiroshima 722-0036, Japan
📍 Onomichi Station
1-1 Higashigoshochō, Onomichi, Hiroshima 722-0036, Japan
Location Perks
Can you believe how close it is to the station? It's right on the doorstep!
Seriously, it's impossible to get lost.
Location Perks |
✔︎ About a 2-minute walk from JR Onomichi Station |
✔︎ Super easy access to the ferry terminal to visit nearby islands |
✔︎ Close to convenience stores (Lawson, 7-Eleven) |
✔︎ Close to the Shimanami Kaido bicycle rental shop |
How to get to the hotel
Exit the station and head to your right.
Walk past the 7-Eleven and the Little Mermaid bakery,
and you'll see a short escalator.
Take it up, and it connects you directly
to the pedestrian bridge heading to the opposite side.
Just cross the bridge,
and you'll see the hotel entrance right in front of you. (Easy peasy, right?)
Actually, once you step out of the station,
you can see the hotel right across the street.
So, walking above ground to the other side
is perfectly fine! Just note that there are about
two short crosswalks to cross.
How was it? :: My Personal Takeaway |
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✔︎ As I keep saying, the location is absolutely unbeatable
✔︎ Super clean and tidy rooms
✔︎ Loved having a gorgeous ocean view
✔︎ Perfectly situated for catching ferries
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✔︎ There was a minor mix-up with my room type booking
(But their customer service handled it well, so no big deal!)
Up to 50% Off
Category | Trip.com | Agoda |
Lowest Price (Based on Search) | 12,180 yen~ | 11,842 yen~ |
Free Cancellation | Available (Varies by room type) | Available (Varies by room type) |
Where to Book |
💡 Price Comparison
As of mid-September, Agoda is about 338 yen cheaper than Trip.com. However, hotel rates constantly change depending on your dates and room selection, so I highly recommend comparing both before you make your final booking!
Category | Details |
Hotel Name | Green Hill Hotel Onomichi |
Rating | 3-Star |
Check-in / Check-out | 15:00 / 11:00 |
Location | JR Onomichi Station Approx. 2-3 minutes on foot |
Address | 9-1 Higashigoshocho, Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture |
Parking | Paid (First-come, first-served basis) |
Breakfast | Available (Japanese/Western options) |
View | Ocean View / City View Rooms |
Recommended Nearby Attractions | 🚴🏻♀️ Shimanami Kaido 🐰 Okunoshima (Rabbit Island) ⛩️ Senkoji Temple 🚢 Tomonoura |
Recommended For | ✔︎ Shimanami Kaido cyclists ✔︎ Anyone who loves stunning ocean views |
ⓒTABIYA
It is located about a 2-3 minute walk from JR Onomichi Station. Exit the station, pass the 7-Eleven and bakery on your right, take the escalator, and cross the bridge to find the hotel entrance.
The refrigerator is stocked with 2 complimentary bottles of mineral water. Hassaku jelly, a local specialty from Innoshima island off the coast of Onomichi, is also provided.
There is a dedicated indoor space within the hotel where you can store your bicycles. Additionally, the Shimanami Kaido bicycle rental terminal is close to the hotel, making it very convenient for cycling travelers.
Yes, the lower floor of the hotel building operates directly as a ferry terminal. You can easily travel to Okunoshima and various other nearby islands through this terminal.
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Paid parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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