Hotels Near Takamatsu Port for Naoshima: Where to Stay (2026)

When choosing hotels near Takamatsu Port for Naoshima, JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu is the closest option — a 5-min walk to the ferry terminal — with rates from ¥9,600. If budget matters more than walk time, Tabist Takamatsu Pearl Hotel is 8-min away from ¥5,500. The only reason to go further is if you want larger rooms or a restaurant on-site; all five hotels on this list are realistically walkable to the port without a taxi.

Of the 5 hotels in this guide, all are within a 15-min walk of the Takamatsu Port ferry terminal, and 3 have starting rates below ¥7,000 per night (checked July 2026).

Hotels Near Takamatsu Port for Naoshima: The Short Answer

If you're catching an early boat to the art islands, the smartest move is booking hotels near Takamatsu Port for Naoshima rather than a hotel further into the city. Takamatsu Port sits inside the Sunport waterfront complex, right next to JR Takamatsu Station, so most of the hotels that work for the ferry also work for train arrivals. The differences that matter are walk time to the ferry terminal, whether you want breakfast before a 7:00 AM departure, and how much you want to spend.

Some links in this guide are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

I've grouped five hotels below by walking distance to the Takamatsu Port ferry terminal, from the closest (a straight 5-min walk) to the furthest that's still realistically walkable (15-min walk). All of them put you within reach of both the regular ferry and the high-speed boat to Naoshima's Miyanoura Port.

Hotels Near Takamatsu Port at a Glance

All prices above are low-season floors pulled from booking platforms; rates climb during Golden Week (late April–early May) and the summer holidays, and rooms get scarce well before those dates. See our full guide to where to stay in Takamatsu if you're still deciding between a station base, a port base, or the Chuo-dori city center.

Walk Times to the Ferry Terminal and the Crossing to Naoshima

The Takamatsu Port ferry terminal is a short stroll from every hotel on this list — the whole Sunport area, station, port, and bus terminal, sits within about a 15-min walk of itself. JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu is the closest option, directly adjacent to the terminal building. RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu is the furthest at 15-min walk, but that's still a flat, easy walk through the Sunport waterfront, not a taxi ride.

From Takamatsu Port, Shikoku Kisen runs two kinds of boats to Naoshima's Miyanoura Port: a regular ferry that takes about 50 minutes and carries cars and bicycles, and a passenger-only high-speed boat that takes roughly 25-30 minutes with no vehicles or bikes allowed. Fares differ by boat type and have changed in recent years, so check the current one-way fare on the Shikoku Kisen site before you travel. A separate, shorter regular-ferry route runs to Naoshima's Honmura Port on the island's east side.

The high-speed boat is worth booking ahead if you want a specific early departure — it has fewer seats than the ferry and can fill up on weekends and during busy periods. If you're transporting a rental bicycle back with you or simply prefer more deck space, the regular ferry is the more relaxed option and costs less.

Hotel Notes for Early Naoshima Departures

JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu sits directly beside JR Takamatsu Station and the ferry terminal building, next to the Kagawa International Conference Hall. This is the pick if you have an early ferry booked and don't want to think about the walk at all — you can be at the terminal gate in five minutes. Rates from ¥9,600, varies by season; it's the priciest hotel on this list, but the location removes any morning stress.

Tabist Takamatsu Pearl Hotel is a compact, budget-friendly property close to both the station and the port. Reviewers note it's small — there's no 24-hour front desk — but the location for an early island departure is hard to beat at this price. Rates from ¥5,500, varies by season.

Takamatsu Tokyu REI Hotel is about a 10-min walk to the port and a 7-min walk to the station. Rooms are straightforward business-hotel standard, and a paid breakfast buffet runs from 7:00 AM, which works if your ferry isn't the very first departure of the day. Rates from ¥7,200, varies by season.

Hotel AreaOne Takamatsu is the cheapest option here, also about a 10-min walk to the port. It's a functional budget stay — some 2024 reviews flag dated furnishings — but for a one-night stop before an early ferry it does the job. Rates from ¥5,800, varies by season.

RIHGA Hotel Zest Takamatsu is an Art Deco-style hotel with two restaurants and a 24-hour front desk, about 15-min walk from the port. It's the furthest of the five, but the extra distance buys noticeably larger rooms and a more polished stay. Rates from ¥7,000, varies by season.

Getting Around Naoshima by Rental Cycle

Once you land at Miyanoura Port, rental cycles are the standard way to get around Naoshima — the island is compact but hilly in places, especially around the Chichu Art Museum and Benesse House. Shops like Ougiya Rent-a-Cycle operate right near the Miyanoura ferry pier and rent standard multi-speed bikes alongside electric-assist models; e-assist bikes typically run around ¥1,200-1,500 per day, versus roughly ¥500 for a standard bike, and online reservations are available.

If you're traveling with kids, book your bikes ahead rather than showing up and hoping — kids' bikes and e-assist models are limited in number and go first on busy days. For a full breakdown of whether a day trip or an overnight on the island makes more sense for your plans, see our Naoshima day-trip vs overnight guide.

Price Reality and When Rates Spike

The Setouchi Triennale is not a yearly event — it runs roughly once every three years, in spring, summer, and autumn sessions. The most recent edition ran through 2025, and the next full edition is set for 2028, so 2026 is not a Triennale year. That means you won't see festival-driven rate spikes tied to the art event this year, but Naoshima's permanent collections — the Chichu Art Museum and Benesse House Museum among them — stay open year-round regardless of the festival calendar.

Rates in Takamatsu still climb for Golden Week (late April into early May) and the summer school-holiday stretch, when both domestic and international demand peak. Book two to three months ahead for those windows if you want a choice of hotels near the port rather than whatever's left.

Practical Constraints Before You Book

• Prices are always from ¥X,XXX low-season floors; expect higher rates and less availability during Golden Week and summer.
• The high-speed boat to Naoshima is passenger-only — no bicycles or vehicles. Use the regular ferry if you're bringing a rental bike back or driving on.
• Reserve the high-speed boat ahead for weekend or peak-season departures; seats are limited.
• Kids' and e-assist rental bikes on Naoshima are limited in stock — reserve online before you land at Miyanoura Port.
• Check-in at most Takamatsu business hotels runs from 15:00; if you're arriving on an early flight, ask about luggage storage rather than counting on an early check-in.

Final Comparison

For the wider picture on getting between the airport, the city, and the port, our Takamatsu transport guide covers the airport limousine bus and rental car trade-offs alongside the ferry details above.

Trip Essentials for Kagawa

Things worth booking before you land, all in English:

• eSIM — Airalo's Japan eSIM: install it at home and data works as soon as you switch off airplane mode at Takamatsu Airport. Comparing providers? See our Japan eSIM guide.
• Tickets and day trips — Klook covers Naoshima day trips and Shikoku rail passes; booking ahead skips the ticket-window line.

FAQ

How far is Takamatsu Port from Takamatsu Station?
They're both inside the Sunport waterfront complex, roughly a 5 to 10-min walk apart depending on which hotel you're starting from, so most station-area hotels also work for the ferry.

How long is the ferry to Naoshima?
The regular ferry to Miyanoura Port takes about 50 minutes and carries bicycles and cars; the high-speed passenger boat takes roughly 25-30 minutes but doesn't allow bikes or vehicles. Check current fares and schedules on the Shikoku Kisen website before you travel.

Is 2026 a Setouchi Triennale year?
No. The Triennale runs roughly every three years and most recently ran through 2025; the next edition is planned for 2028. Naoshima's permanent art — the Chichu Art Museum and Benesse House Museum — is open year-round regardless.

Do I need to reserve the high-speed boat in advance?
It's a good idea for weekends, holidays, and the summer stretch. Seats are limited and it can sell out, unlike the larger regular ferry.

Can I rent a bicycle on Naoshima without booking ahead?
Standard bikes are usually available on the spot, but e-assist and kids' bikes run out first on busy days. If you're traveling with children or want an e-assist bike for the hillier parts of the island, reserve online before you arrive.

Which hotel is best for a very early ferry?
JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu is the closest at a 5-min walk to the terminal, making it the easiest choice if your boat leaves before the city has properly woken up.

Information audit: Last fact-checked July 2026 · Prices checked July 2026 (all rates are “from” floors that vary by season) · How this guide was researched: hotel facilities, prices and access details are verified against official and primary sources; we have not personally stayed at every property listed. The author has traveled in this area personally; original photographs on this site are from those trips · How this site verifies information: About NipponStays.