Thrifty Trails: Budget Gems in Hiroshima’s Urban Core
- Douglas Jay Falcon
- Jul 31, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 6, 2025
Hiroshima’s downtown, stretching from Hondori’s bustling arcade to the tranquil riverside near Peace Memorial Park, offers budget travelers (¥4,000–¥15,000/night) a chance to soak in the city’s resilience without stretching wallets. These affordable hotels, often near tram stops or Hiroshima Station, provide clean rooms, free Wi-Fi, and proximity to konbini and okonomiyaki joints, perfect after visiting the Atomic Bomb Dome or strolling Kyobashi River. With English-friendly staff and shared lounges, they’re ideal for backpackers or families saving yen for Miyajima ferries or Hiroshima-style pizza. Compact yet cozy, these stays keep you close to the city’s heart—its museums, markets, and memorials—ensuring every moment in Hiroshima feels rich, even on a shoestring.
Trust Hotel
In the city center (¥5,000–¥12,000/night), this hotel offers modern rooms and an onsen, a 7-minute walk from Hiroshima Station. Near Peace Park, it’s a budget steal.
Santiago Guesthouse Hiroshima
Near Hondori (¥4,000–¥10,000/night), this guesthouse has dorms and private rooms, a 10-minute walk from Peace Park. Its communal vibe suits solo travelers. Book online.
Hotel Kuretakeso Hiroshima
In Naka-ku (¥6,000–¥14,000/night), this hotel offers compact rooms and bike rentals, a 5-minute tram from Hiroshima Station. Near Hondori’s shops.
Location Benefits: Downtown’s tram network (Hondori, Hatchobori stops) links to Miyajima (40 minutes) or Hiroshima Castle (10 minutes). Hondori arcade and Peace Park are walkable, with cheap eats and 7-Eleven stores aplenty.
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