We had a great stay at SOIL in the annex (private bathroom). A stone's throw away from the ferry port for Mihara or Onomichi and an 8 minute walk to the Setoda Tourist Info office which is the official Shimanami Kaido cycle rental / return. Nice staff, great dinner (large portions) and the breakfast was simple but good. The rooms were tastefully decorated, comfortable (bring an eye mask if you need though) and they gave us a little basket to take our towels to the nearby public baths. Highly recommended.
Booked an overnight stay here whilst doing the Shimanami Kaido bike ride. It's a lovely small hotel right by the sea. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We had a tatami studio which was super comfy and scrupulously clean. We also ate the the attached restaurant and the food there was excellent too. No hesitation about giving this place an unreserved wholehearted recommendation.
We loved our room in the annex with a small terrace. The room was very well designed and had everything we needed. Check in was easy and the staff were very helpful. Breakfast was a very limited choice of 2 options, both containing fish, but it was tasty. The location right in the middle of the village is great.
We booked for one night but loved it so much we decided to stay another. Our room was in the annex, which actually made the experience even better — perfectly quiet and peaceful. The minimal wooden furniture gives the place a simple but very charming feel, with nice little amenities that make it extra comfortable. The staff were wonderfully kind and welcoming, which really made the stay special.
Had the absolute best experience staying at SOIL Setoda! I stayed in the dorm which was clean and sharing with others worked well. All the staff in both the cafe/restaurant and reception were so helpful and friendly, it was lovely to have a conversation with everyone during my stay. Had the best meal of my life at Minatoya, the chef is truly talented. Thank you so much for making my trip the best!
Check-in at SOIL Setoda is available from 16:00 to 20:00, and check-out time is 11:00. Early check-in or late check-out may be arranged for an additional fee depending on availability. Guests should contact the property directly if they require flexible timing outside these standard hours.
From JR Onomichi Station, walk five minutes to Onomichi Port and take a ferry to Setoda, which takes approximately 35 minutes. Bicycles can be loaded onto the ferry for a small additional charge. Alternatively, ferries operate from Mihara Port with a 25-minute journey time. SOIL Setoda is located about 40 miles from Hiroshima Airport, approximately 70 minutes by car. If driving, the property is accessible via Ikuchijima North IC or Ikuchijima South IC from Nishiseto Onomichi IC, taking 30 to 40 minutes respectively.
SOIL Setoda offers studio-type rooms with combined bedroom and living room areas, featuring terraces with views of the Setoda townscape and the Seto Inland Sea. Rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms with baths, free toiletries, and slippers. The property also offers dormitory-style rooms with mixed-gender accommodations. Some rooms feature long desks, making them suitable for workcations and remote work arrangements.
SOIL Setoda provides bicycle rentals and offers guided bike tours for guests. The property has bicycle parking facilities for those bringing their own bikes or using rental bikes from other providers. Setoda also has public bicycle rental terminals as part of the Shimanami Kaido cycling network, allowing visitors to rent bikes locally and return them at various points along the route. Free car parking is available at the property.
SOIL Setoda features multiple dining venues. The restaurant Minatoya serves wholesome set meals for breakfast and lunch using seasonal ingredients sourced directly from local farmers and fishermen, and offers wood-fired dishes for dinner. The on-site coffee roaster and café serve freshly roasted coffee throughout the day. Hifumi, the adjacent shop, offers ready-to-eat dishes, bento boxes, and curated food items. Guests can enjoy meals while taking in views of the Seto Inland Sea, and the property's waterfront location provides a relaxing atmosphere for dining.
