Your Imabari journey begins here
at the "Shimanami Gateway Hotel," just a 5-minute walk from JR Imabari Station.
A 5-minute walk from JR Imabari Station,
the Shimanami Gateway Hotel.
Welcome to "Shimanami Prime Hotel Imabari"
The mission of our hotel is to allow modern travelers,
whether visiting for business, leisure, or any other purpose,
to experience the charm of Imabari through their stay with us.
We aim to serve as the gateway to the city for all who visit Imabari,
and to be a hotel that becomes the starting point,
the “gateway,” for setting out on an adventure to explore the city.
ROOM
Experience a high-quality night’s rest on Simmons bedding in a simple, modern space with soft, gentle tones.
The bathroom and toilet are separate, allowing for a more comfortable stay.
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STANDARD SINGLE
A standard room ideal for solo travel.
Relax in your own private space and unwind at your leisure.Room size / Capacity 16㎡ / For 1 guest Bed size 140×203cm Notes Shower only -
DELUXE SINGLE
With a spacious bed and a comfortable room size, this room is ideal for two or solo travel.
Relax in your own private space and unwind at your leisure.Room size / Capacity 18㎡ / For 1 to 2 guests Bed size 160×203cm -
TWIN
A twin room equipped with two single beds.
Recommended not only for couples and married guests, but also for friends traveling together.Room size / Capacity 22㎡ / For 1 to 2 guests Bed size 110×203cm -
TRIPLE
Accommodates up to 3 guests.
Ideal for families and groups of friends.Room size / Capacity 22㎡ / For 1 to 3 guests Bed size 110 × 203 cm (the 3rd guest will use a sofa bed) Notes Shower only -
UNIVERSAL
A spacious, functional room designed for comfortable wheelchair use.
Relax in your own private space and unwind at your leisure.Room size / Capacity 22㎡ / For 1 to 2 guests Bed size 160×203cm Notes Wheelchair accessible
EQUIPMENT & AMENITIES
Free Wi-Fi available
Air purifier provided
In-room safe
Common features in all rooms
Duvet-style Simmons bedding
Long and wide beds
Separate bathroom and toilet
Selectable heating and cooling
Bicycles allowed in rooms
Different designs on floors 2–5 and 6–9
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Hand soap
- Toothbrush set
- Razor
- Hairbrush
- Body towel
- Bath towel
(Imabari towel)
- Face towel
(Imabari towel) - Two-piece lounge wear
- Tote bag
- Indoor slippers
- Room slippers
- Tea
- Simmons bed
- 40-inch wall-mounted TV
- Mirror
- Internet access
(Wi-Fi and wired) - Memo pad
- In-room safe
- Electric kettle
- Cups
- Standing mirror
- Refrigerator
- Humidifying air purifier
- Hair dryer
- Toilet with bidet function
SPA &
FACILITIES
Soothe your travel fatigue with stunning views of Imabari and a sense of openness from the top floor, and enjoy a deeply relaxing time in our comfortable sauna.
SPA & SAUNA
Look out over Imabari from the top floor and enjoy a deeply soothing moment that relaxes you from within.
The large public bath is located on the top floor, offering sweeping views of the city of Imabari, the sea, and the Shimanami Kaido. From the women’s bath, you can also see Imabari Castle. The mineral-rich artificial hot spring helps relieve travel fatigue. Both the men’s and women’s areas are equipped with a sauna and cold bath, allowing you to relax as long as you wish.
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Sauna
Sauna promotes perspiration and improves circulation, leaving both body and mind refreshed.
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Cold Bath
Cool down after the sauna in a mineral-rich cold bath and enjoy a Japanese-style “totonou” experience.
| Hours of Operation | Large Public Bath: 6:00–9:00, 15:00–24:00 Sauna: 15:00–23:00 |
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FACILITIES
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Front Desk
A high ceiling and open atmosphere welcome you on arrival. A lounge is located just beside the front desk, allowing you to relax comfortably during check-in and check-out.
Floors 1F Check-in
Check-outCheck-in 15:00〜24:00
Check-out 〜11:00 -
Security
For your safety, the elevators are equipped with card key authentication readers, ensuring a secure and comfortable stay.
Security Entry with a card key only from 1:00 AM to 5:00 AM
Back entrance fully locked from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM -
Bike stand
A bike stand is installed right next to the entrance.
Please feel free to use it when arriving by motorcycle or bicycle.Floors 1F -
Coin Laundry
Paid coin-operated laundry machines with built-in dryers are available. Use them when you are in a hurry or staying for an extended period.
Floors 9F Number of machines 4 -
Vending Machine Corner
Vending machines are located on the 1st floor and next to the large public bath on the 9th floor.
Floors 1F・9F -
Ice Machine
Ice machines are located on the 1st floor and next to the large public bath on the 9th floor.
Floors 1F・9F
LOUNGE &
BREAKFAST
The Gateway Lounge is filled with warm light streaming in through large windows.
For breakfast, enjoy dishes made with ingredients from Imabari along with freshly baked bread.
Guest-Only Multipurpose Lounge LOUNGE
A multipurpose lounge that meets a wide range of needs,
whether for the start of your journey or a moment of rest.
The space features a ceiling height of 4 meters and an open atmosphere. Relax with a complimentary welcome drink in the spacious lounge, which is also suitable for meeting companions or holding small meetings.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast in the spacious lounge
offers a luxurious start to your day.
We offer a breakfast featuring fresh local ingredients and regional specialties unique to Imabari.
In a lounge filled with refreshing natural light, enjoy a comfortable moment that turns the start of your day into something truly special.
Recommended Menu
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Imabari specialty Roast Pork and Egg Rice Bowl
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Freshly Baked Bread
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Ehime’s iconic mandarin orange juice
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Ehime specialty Jakoten Fish Cake
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Taimeshi Sea Bream Rice
ACCESS &
SIGHTSEEING
A convenient location for both business and sightseeing in Imabari ACCESS
Shimanami Prime Hotel Imabari
| Address | 4-6-10 Tokiwacho, Imabari-shi, Ehime 794-0015 |
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| TEL | +81-898-35-5051 |
ACCESS ROUTE
BY AIRPLANE
Matsuyama Airport
Limousine bus: 80 minutes
JR Imabari Station
5 minutes on foot
Matsuyama Airport
Iyotetsu Bus: 45 minutes
JR Matsuyama Station
Yosan Line Limited Express: 35 minutes
JR Imabari Station
5 minutes on foot
BY TRAIN
For guests traveling by Shinkansen from the Kanto or Kansai areas
Shin-Osaka Station
Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen: 45 minutes
Okayama Station
JR Seto Ohashi Yosan Line Limited Express: 1 hour 50 minutes
Imabari Station
5 minutes on foot
For guests traveling by Shinkansen from Kyushu
Hakata Station
Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen: 1 hour 30 minutes
Fukuyama Station
Shimanami Liner Highway Bus: 1 hour 25 minutes
Imabari Station
5 minutes on foot
BY CAR
Nishiseto Expressway (Shimanami Kaido)
Shimanami Kaido: 50 minutes
Imabari-Kita IC
National Route 317: 8 minutes
Seto Ohashi Bridge
Seto Expressway: 24 minutes
Sakaide JCT
Takamatsu Expressway / Matsuyama Expressway: 60 minutes
Iyo-Komatsu JCT
Imabari Expressway: 12 minutes
Imabari Yunoura
Imabari Kaido: 20 minutes
Naruto Bridge
Takamatsu Expressway: 90 minutes
Kawanoe JCT
Matsuyama Expressway: 35 minutes
Iyo-Komatsu JCT
Imabari Expressway: 12 minutes
Imabari Yunoura
Imabari Kaido: 20 minutes
Matsuyama Airport
Via Matsuyama Expressway and National Route 196: 80 minutes
Hiroshima Airport
National Route 2 and Shimanami Kaido 約85分
Imabari-Kita IC
National Route 317: 8 minutes
About Parking
Parking is available.
* If the lot is full, please use a nearby paid parking facility.
| Capacity | 70 vehicles (including the on-site and secondary parking areas) |
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| Fee | Fee |
| Parking Map | Check the Parking Lot on the Map |
Sightseeing Around the Shimanami Area SIGHTSEEING
Imabari Castle
5 minutes by car from the hotel
Located in central Imabari, this castle was built in 1602 by Todo Takatora and is one of Japan’s 3 great waterfront castles.
Sunrise Itoyama
15 minutes by car from the hotel
A popular spot for cyclists and walkers, where you can enjoy views of the Kurushima Strait.
Yoshiumi Iki-iki Kan
20 minutes by car from the hotel
Enjoy fresh seafood dishes and shichirin-style BBQ while taking in views of the Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge.
Oyamazumi Shrine
40 minutes by car from the hotel
Known as the “head shrine of Japan,” it has over 10,000 branch shrines nationwide.
Towel Museum
20 minutes by car from the hotel
A unique facility dedicated to towel culture, featuring exhibitions, seasonal gardens, and dining.
Murakami Kaizoku Museum
30 minutes by car from the hotel
A museum where you can explore the history and legacy of the Murakami pirates, who thrived during the Warring States period.