Setoda (Setoda-cho)

Suminoe Ryokan offers traditional accommodation with sea views in the town of Setoda. Enjoy a superb buffet breakfast each morning to set you up for the day! Come back and unwind in the hot-spring bath or lounge in the garden. Free private parking available. A friendly and great value spot.

• Cycling - Follow the renowned Shimanami-kaido route to explore the whole island! Bike storage facilities also available
• Value chic - A simple, well-priced traditional stay for couples, friends or families
• Groups - Triple and quadruple rooms are great for groups travelling together
• Great walks - Wander along the coast at sunset for breathtaking views

Setoda (Onomichi)

A chic 22-room hotel set in a 140-year-old building near the port. Owned by Aman founder Adrian Zecha, the style and service are well-polished. Interiors are decorated with a contemporary take on traditional ryokan design. With hot baths and very good regional cuisine, this is an indulgent stay.

• Designer - Designed by Kyoto architect Shiro Miura, the property merges traditional textures and materials with a timeless minimalist edge
• Families - The duplexes with ground-floor rooms, a garden, and an upper-level space with tatami mat flooring are ideal for families
• Cycling - Ideal for cyclists as Ikuchijima forms part of an idyllic 37-mile (60 km) cycling route known as the Shimanami Kaido
• Historic - Set within a century-old former residence and bathhouse