Kamakura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association

Where to stay in Kamakura

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Ofuna

Unique features of Ofuna include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Kamakura Performing Arts Center or Rokkokukenzan while you're exploring the area.

Ofuna
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Koshigoe

The beaches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Koshigoe. Katase Higashihama Beach and Koshigoe Fishing Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mejiroyamashita Station or Nishi-Kamakura Station to get around the larger area.

Koshigoe
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Kotsubo

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Kotsubo. You might want to make time for a stop at Zaimokuza Beach or Yuigahama Beach.

Kotsubo
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Shichirigahama

While there might not be top attractions in Shichirigahama, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shichirigahama Beach and Hasedera.

Shichirigahama
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Yamanouchi

If you're spending some time in Yamanouchi, Kitakamakura old private house Museum and Jochi-ji Temple are top sights worth seeing.

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Terabun

Appreciated for its monuments and historical sites, you might consider exploring Terabun. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Butsugyoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Shonan-Fukasawa Station or Shonan-Machiya Station to get around the city.

Terabun
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kamakura Ofuna Higashiguchi
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kamakura Ofuna Higashiguchi
3 out of 5
1-22-3 Ofuna, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kamakura. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (727 reviews)
"Carpark is 4min walk from hotel and priced at ¥1300 per 24hr. Location is convenient to many eatery and a shopping mall."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kamakura Ofuna Higashiguchi
Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura
Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura
4 out of 5
1-8-1 Komachi, Kamakura, Kamakura, Kanagawa
The price is AU$273 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kamakura. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (565 reviews)
"Wonderful stylish hotel that's in an excellent location for exploring Kamakura. Twin room was a larger size than an average tokyo hotel, with comfortable bed, excellent bathroom /shower, great sony smart TV, controllable aircon and in general was spotlessly clean. Numerous restaurants and cafes nearby ..."

Reviewed on 29 Nov. 2024

Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura
JR East Hotel Mets Kamakura Ofuna
JR East Hotel Mets Kamakura Ofuna
3 out of 5
1-2-1 Ofuna, Kamakura, Kanagawa-ken
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kamakura. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (636 reviews)
"Great location next to Ofuna Station."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

JR East Hotel Mets Kamakura Ofuna
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Casablanca Pool House
Casablanca Pool House
3 out of 5
3-7-24 Inamuragasaki, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Stay at this 3-star villa in Kamakura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Shichirigahama Beach and Inamuragasaki Park are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Casablanca Pool House was an absolute incredible experience they’re so kind and accommodating, the house is so clean upon arrival, having a private pool and outdoor tub is rare to find in Japan especially on a last minute booking ! You have views of the ocean and an island view from the second floor ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct. 2024

Casablanca Pool House
wasabi
wasabi
2.5 out of 5
753-2 Koshigoe, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Stay at this vacation home in Kamakura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions Katase Higashihama Beach and Shichirigahama Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
関東に上京した家族とのお泊まり
"寝るだけの宿泊目的だったので 行く時間を前もって連絡してました。 利用出来る部屋に暖房で温められていて とても快適に過ごせました。 もっと早めに着いて ゆっくりしたいなぁともいました。 キッチンの器具もそろっていて 食材を持ち寄ってお泊まりも 楽しいかもと思いました。 お風呂も 足を伸ばして入れて良かったです。 家族大満足で 過ごすことが出来ました。"

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

wasabi
Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
3 out of 5
1-5-20 Tsunishi, Kamakura
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Kamakura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shichirigahama Beach and Enoshima Aquarium ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (22 reviews)
"My family came to visit from US and I wanted to show them the area around Kamakura and Zushi. T-Reef was an OUTSTANDING host and communicated VERY well. House it located in a perfect area. 10 minute walk to the beach, right next to grocery store, a CREATE, 7.11, and a family mart. He includes all ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2024

Blue Lagoon
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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