Hotel mio

Hotels
9.2 (24 reviews)
Yorozumachi 503-5 , Shimabara , jp

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Coffee Shop on site
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Incredible architecture
Fantastic restaurant
Lovely and helpful staff
Charming and spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleaning staff could improve
Initial reception issues
Delay for hot spring water

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
One cleanliness issue noted regarding the cleaning staff.
Service
9.38
Staff were described as lovely and helpful, but some issues with reception and follow-up noted.
Location
9.42
The location was described as good, right in the heart of Shimabara.
Room Quality
9.37
Rooms are charming and spacious with modern bathrooms.
Amenities
9.4
Fantastic amenities with an amazing bath tub and restaurant nearby.
Value for Money
8.86
Expensive but worth the experience.
Food and Beverage
9.41
Fantastic restaurant and excellent meals reported.
Overall Experience
9.38
Overall experience was very positive with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 13:09

Property Description

Charming Shimabara Oasis

Tranquil Garden Retreat: Hotel mio offers a serene escape with a lush garden, ideal for relaxation after exploring nearby attractions like Shimabara Arena and Unzen National Park.

Luxurious Amenities: Indulge in the hotel's hot tub and enjoy personalized service with a dedicated concierge, ensuring a memorable stay for every guest.

Relaxing Hot Spring Bath: Unwind in the rejuvenating hot spring bath, perfect for soothing your senses after a day of sightseeing.

Experience the essence of comfort and hospitality at Hotel mio. Book now for an unforgettable stay in Shimabara.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 24 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 9.37
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 9.41
Overall Experience: 9.38
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Joel solo_traveller sg
10
I will miss the staff
Pros:

Staff-san is very kind. As Shimabara is a quiet town, many places closes by 5 or 6pm, I had to ask for dinner options. Staff also helped to call for reservations. I was heading to Kumamoto the following morning and asked for directions as I did not quite understand which bus to take, staff recommended that I should take train to the final stop instead and then use Kyusho Ferry because they provide shuttle bus from ferry terminal to Kumamoto train station.

Cons:

As this is a traditional Japanese style house, the heating uses modern equipment in the living area, and kerosene type in the room. Temperature will not be consistent if you are using this place during the winter period.

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Erisa family_with_children jp
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Yoshiyuki family_with_children jp
8
2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Hyunwoo solo_traveller kr
10
2025-12-08 via Nuitee
M
martin extended_group ch
10
wow
Pros:

incredible architecture
fantastic restaraunt

2025-11-24 via Nuitee
V
Valerie couple us
10
Hotel Mio was a great find, enjoyed the city sights.
Pros:

Beautiful unit, separate bedroom and fabulous modern bathroom. The location is good, right in the heart if Shimabara.

2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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Naonori family_with_children jp
10
友達に紹介したいお宿
Pros:

設計士の凄腕を感じる古民家のお宿です。
湧水豊富で街中に金魚や錦鯉が泳いでいる(写真)。

Cons:

設計士の古民家ポリシー最高、接待して頂いた方最高でした。残念ながら清掃担当者もう少し頑張って下さい(9割以上は申し分無くとても綺麗ですよ)。

2025-11-11 via Nuitee
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Ayako family_with_children ch
8
とても良かったです。また島原に行く際は利用させていただこうと思います。ま
Pros:

提携していらっしゃる小料理屋さんのお夕食、朝食ともに素晴らしかったです

Cons:

事前に告知はありましたが、温泉のお湯が出るまでに10分ぐらい待たなきゃいけないのはめんどくさいなと感じましたまし

2025-11-05 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
7
Great. Expensive but worth going.
Pros:

Everything about the property itself was superb. Loved it.

Cons:

The initial reception was superb. Thereafter the staff and contact seemed to disappear and breakfast seemed to be a problem. Small thing but a shame.

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
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Justine family_with_children au
10
Pros:

The room was so charming and spacious. The bathroom had been renovated with an amazing bath tub to soak in the natural spring water.
The staff were lovely and helpful.
The location was great - close to castle and koi street.
There was a fantastic restaurant across the road.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
Y
Yukiko extended_group gb
8
Pros:

Room and bath wee amazing

Cons:

Car parking was difficult to find

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
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Andy family with young children gb
10
Perfect slice of traditional Japanese living
Pros:

Beautiful restored traditional Japanese home. Spacious, clean and well furnished. The small garden was wonderful as was the delightful welcome we received. Right in the centre of Shimabara and close to all the sights. The town doesn’t appear on many of the tourist sites but is well worth seeking out as a more traditional Japanese town. We even managed to find a great little local place to eat and navigate the menu in Japanese! Fabulous stay, perfect little home and wished we could have stayed longer.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-04-25 via Nuitee
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Eugene solo traveller us
10
Exceptional
2025-03-07 via Nuitee
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Ignatius family with young children id
9
Very recommended to stay
Pros:

Private and NOT Busy place

Cons:

NONE

2024-12-19 via Nuitee
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Chan group hk
10
Perfect
Pros:

The hosts were so kind and the welcome coffee they serve is the best of the region. The house is very clean despite of the 180 years of history. Also, the hosts gave us a half hour explanation to the beautiful house and the surrounding area in details. We felt so heartfelt. Definitely recommend anyone who wish to have a Japanese house for their trip.

2024-12-07 via Nuitee
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Peter family with young children hk
10
Exceptional
2024-08-24 via Nuitee
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Gregory young couple au
9
very comfortable
Pros:

Private garden

Cons:

taps turned themselves on, sometimes for not long enough

2024-06-04 via Nuitee
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Adriano solo traveller at
10
Luxurious experience.
Pros:

Very beautiful Hotel. The amenities are all high quality and good design. Everything is thought through. It's a truly luxurious experience. The host is very nice and made great effort.

Cons:

In the shopping arcade where this Hotel is located, loud music is playing from 9:30 AM to 8 PM :( It's very annoying and distracting because you can hear it in the room.
The garden wasn't maintained well, the moss was mostly dried out.

2024-05-10 via Nuitee
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Yolanda solo traveller nl
9
Superb
Pros:

Expensive, but worth it. Special place to stay overnight. The place is beautiful and the dinner in the restaurant was delicious and personal.

2024-04-27 via Nuitee
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Terence solo traveller sg
10
Exceptional
2024-04-03 via Nuitee