Nishi Ward Travel Guide

Hamamatsu

A red torii gate in the water with a bridge in the background.
A small pond with lily pads surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway leading to a house.
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A garden pathway with an archway of flowers leading to a group of people.
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A river with a paved walkway on both sides, surrounded by greenery and hills in the background.
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A cable car over a large body of water, surrounded by dense greenery and urban buildings.
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A red torii gate in the water with a bridge in the background.

Lake Hamana

8.4/10 (200 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Hamana during your travels in Nishi Ward. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
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Top hotels in Nishi Ward

Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4396-1 Yamazaki, Yuto-cho Hamamatsu
The price is ฿1,488 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿1,488
฿1,864 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Hamamatsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Lake Hamana and Yuto Culture Center are located ...
8/10 Very good! (713 reviews)
"Large 4 bedded room, two of which were temporary add-on beds, but they were comfortable. Onsen was good, a large area with all the amenities, and very popular with the locals. Very fun and authentic experience. Breakfast was a little chaotic, due to it being a Saturday morning, with lots of families ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa
Wan Wan Paradise Hamanako

Wan Wan Paradise Hamanako

3 out of 5
Kanzanji-cho 260-1 Hamamatsu
The price is ฿5,511 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿5,511
฿6,126 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this ryokan in Hamamatsu. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on-site and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lake Hamana and Hamamatsu City Zoo are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
"Very quiet area, prepare well if you don't speak fluent Japanese but the staff and locals were always very accommodating. Delicious meals with the half-board plan and clean/quiet rooms. Lots of fun things for the family within walking distance."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Wan Wan Paradise Hamanako
Hotel WELLSEASON Hamanako

Hotel WELLSEASON Hamanako

3 out of 5
1891 Kanzanji-cho Hamamatsu Shizuoka
Stay at this hotel in Hamamatsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Hamana and Hamanako Orgel Museum are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Superb!
"Yummy food!"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2019

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Hotel WELLSEASON Hamanako
Hoshino Resorts KAI Enshu

Hoshino Resorts KAI Enshu

4 out of 5
399-1 Kanzanji, Nishi-ku Hamamatsu Shizuoka
The price is ฿15,884 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿15,884
฿17,536 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this ryokan in Hamamatsu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lake Hamana and Hamanako Palpal Theme Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"The dinner was amazing. I never ate fugu before and it was delicious."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Hoshino Resorts KAI Enshu
Minshuku Takahashi Kashibuneten

Minshuku Takahashi Kashibuneten

2.5 out of 5
3283-20 Bentenjima, Maisakacho, Nishi-ku Hamamatsu Shizuoka
The price is ฿2,118 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿2,118
฿2,330 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this guesthouse in Hamamatsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Popular attractions Lake Hamana and Ulotto Museum are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"The view and the owner is very helpful and kind"

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Minshuku Takahashi Kashibuneten
villa vacances hamanako

villa vacances hamanako

5 out of 5
102 Kyowacho Hamamatsu Shizuoka
The price is ฿15,097 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
฿15,097
฿16,606 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Stay at this luxury holiday park in Hamamatsu. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and furnished balconies. Popular attractions Lake Hamana and Go Karting ...
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Where to stay in Nishi Ward

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A traditional Japanese castle with a black tiled roof and white walls, set against a clear blue sky.

Naka Ward

If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Hamamatsu JASDF Air Park and Museum and Hamamatsu Castle are top sights worth seeing.

A traditional Japanese shrine with a tiled roof, stone lanterns, and a red railing.

Kanzanjicho

While visiting Kanzanjicho, you might make a stop by sights like Hamanako Palpal Theme Park and Kanzanji Temple.

A red train on tracks with overhead power lines, a white fence, and a tree on the right.

Higashi

While visiting Higashi, you might make a stop by sights like Hamamatsu Arena and Meizen Kinpara House.

A modern building with a large glass facade and the Suzuki logo.

Minami Ward

If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Enshunada Coastal Park and Nakatajima Sand Dunes are top sights worth seeing.

A small pond surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy area.
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Kita Ward

While visiting Kita Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Ryugashido Cavern and Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika.

Nishi Ward Travel Guide