Shimoda Prince Hotel Opens Garden Pool Early for June Weekends
In response to rising early-summer temperatures and early leisure demand, Shimoda Prince Hotel is opening its outdoor garden pool early, limiting access to June weekends (Fri-Sun) in 2026, ahead of its scheduled July opening. The hotel will also offer early summer accommodation plans and a poolside BBQ.
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Shimoda Prince Hotel (Location: 1547-1 Shirahama, Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, General Manager: Toshihito Shirai) will advance its summer pool operations, originally scheduled to open on Wednesday, July 1st, by opening its outdoor garden pool exclusively on weekends (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays) in June.
In recent years, there has been a continuing trend of high temperatures from early summer. The Japan Meteorological Agency's 3-month forecast also announced that "temperatures from April to June tend to be high nationwide." In light of this climate background, Shimoda Prince Hotel will start its pool operations early, limited to June weekends, ahead of the actual summer season.
Right in front of the hotel lies Shirahama Chuo Beach, allowing guests to enjoy an early summer stay close to nature, such as playing in rocky areas and strolling along the beach. To address measures against extreme heat associated with these climate changes and to meet customer needs to "safely enjoy the cool weather from an early stage," the hotel proposes a seaside resort experience unique to Shimoda alongside the garden pool.
◼ Background of Implementation
With the increase in hot days from early summer, a "summer pull-forward trend" in travel demand is observed. Especially in the Izu area, the need for travel seeking the open seaside and nature experiences is rising. The hotel is implementing this to provide early summer stay value unique to Shimoda, catering to the growing need for "experiences touching the sea" rather than just viewing it.
* As the beach in front of the hotel is outside the official beach opening period, lifeguards are not stationed. Please ensure your own safety.
Garden Pool Details
A 12m diameter circular pool divided into depths of 120cm and 60cm. Two air sliders for children will be installed (yellow for up to 6 years old, blue for up to 12 years old).
[Period] Limited to Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from June 1 (Mon) to June 30 (Tue), 2026
[Hours] 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Exclusive for hotel guests (Free)
* Towels for sea or pool use are charged at 300 yen each.
Recommended June Accommodation Plan
[Early Summer Hydrangea Course]
[Period] June 1 (Mon) - June 30 (Tue), 2026
[Price] From 18,258 yen per person (when 2 people use 1 room)
Poolside BBQ Course
[Period] June 1 (Mon) - July 17 (Fri) and Sept 1 (Tue) - Sept 23 (Wed, Holiday), 2026
[Price] 6,500 yen per person (tax included)
[Hours] 6:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. (L.O. 8:00 P.M.) *Reservation required
[Target] Hotel guests and day-trip visitors
In recent years, there has been a continuing trend of high temperatures from early summer. The Japan Meteorological Agency's 3-month forecast also announced that "temperatures from April to June tend to be high nationwide." In light of this climate background, Shimoda Prince Hotel will start its pool operations early, limited to June weekends, ahead of the actual summer season.
Right in front of the hotel lies Shirahama Chuo Beach, allowing guests to enjoy an early summer stay close to nature, such as playing in rocky areas and strolling along the beach. To address measures against extreme heat associated with these climate changes and to meet customer needs to "safely enjoy the cool weather from an early stage," the hotel proposes a seaside resort experience unique to Shimoda alongside the garden pool.
◼ Background of Implementation
With the increase in hot days from early summer, a "summer pull-forward trend" in travel demand is observed. Especially in the Izu area, the need for travel seeking the open seaside and nature experiences is rising. The hotel is implementing this to provide early summer stay value unique to Shimoda, catering to the growing need for "experiences touching the sea" rather than just viewing it.
* As the beach in front of the hotel is outside the official beach opening period, lifeguards are not stationed. Please ensure your own safety.
Garden Pool Details
A 12m diameter circular pool divided into depths of 120cm and 60cm. Two air sliders for children will be installed (yellow for up to 6 years old, blue for up to 12 years old).
[Period] Limited to Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from June 1 (Mon) to June 30 (Tue), 2026
[Hours] 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Exclusive for hotel guests (Free)
* Towels for sea or pool use are charged at 300 yen each.
Recommended June Accommodation Plan
[Early Summer Hydrangea Course]
[Period] June 1 (Mon) - June 30 (Tue), 2026
[Price] From 18,258 yen per person (when 2 people use 1 room)
Poolside BBQ Course
[Period] June 1 (Mon) - July 17 (Fri) and Sept 1 (Tue) - Sept 23 (Wed, Holiday), 2026
[Price] 6,500 yen per person (tax included)
[Hours] 6:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. (L.O. 8:00 P.M.) *Reservation required
[Target] Hotel guests and day-trip visitors
FAQ
When does the Shimoda Prince Hotel pool open?
Usually in July, but for 2026, it opens early on weekends (Fri-Sun) from June 1 to June 30.
What is the cost and period for the poolside BBQ?
It costs 6,500 yen per person (tax included) and runs from June 1-July 17 and Sept 1-23 by reservation.
Where is the hotel located?
It is located in Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, right in front of Shirahama Chuo Beach.