Experience Beppu and Yufuin Hot Springs! 10 Hotels & Inns

In Japan’s top three hot spring locales, Beppu and Yufuin are filled with famous hot springs that will relax your mind and body. If you’re planning on touring these hot springs, you’ll want to base your lodgings off of which ones you’re going to. Aside from the abundant hot springs, there are attractions like Kijima Kogen Park and Yunotsubo Street where you can walk around trying some local delicacies. It’s a great place whether solo or travelling with partners or a family.

Recommended Hotels & Japanese Inns in Beppu

The number one hot spring location & water output,Beppu is a town where you can always find hot spring steam coming from somewhere. It’s especially known for its age-old eight hot springs called ”Beppu Hattou”, in which you can experience ten of the world’s eleven different mineral hot springs. The varied water types and physiological effects they provide are a must-try for anyone that enjoys a good hot spring bath.

1. Nogami Honkan Ryokan

Nogami Honkan Ryokan is located right in the heart of Beppu City. Being only ten minutes from Beppu Station, it’s incredibly convenient for travelling. On top of that, there are great places right nearby such as Takegawara Hot Springs and Kaimonji Hot Springs. With skin-care focused water and relaxing carbonated hot springs, along with their three private baths you can reserve, you can experience something different each day if you decide to stay for a while.

Address: 1 Chome-12-1 Kitahama, Beppu, Oita 874-0920

If your plans bring you to the relaxing baths of

Takegawara Hot Springs, then we definitely recommend Nogami Honkan Ryokan.

2. GALLERIA MIDOBARU

GALLERIA MIDOBARU offers a unique atmosphere in which you can experience the land, feel, and seasons of Beppu through art. Expel the exhaustion from your travels with waters from Horita Hot Springs in the half open-air baths in the guest rooms. If nature is your thing, you can take a walk and bask in the forest of Mt. Takasaki, too!

Address: 6-kumi, Horita, Beppu, Oita 874-0831

If your itinerary takes you around

Kamado Jigoku, then GALLERIA MIDOBARU is a great place to stay.

3. Hotel Aile

Thanks to the surrounding shopping mall and restaurants, Hotel Aile is a great base for sightseeing and leisure seeking. You’ll lose track of time as you gaze out at Beppu’s nightscape from the 10th floor observatory bath or the 11th floor open-air bath. They have both Japanese and Western restaurants so you won’t be pressed for options when it comes to food. With free Wi-Fi throughout the building and free parking to boot, you’ll be enjoying all the amenities and comforts of a resort hotel.

Address: 2 Chome-14-35 Kitahama, Beppu, Oita 874-0920

If you’re planning a visit to

Umi Jigoku, why not stay at Hotel Aile?

4. AMANE RESORT SEIKAI

AMANE RESORT SEIKAI’s concept is “White Time”. Striving to offer quality relaxation time, they neither insist nor neglect, establishing harmony in their service. You can choose your room based on your party size and preference, all of which have great ocean views. Speaking of ocean views, the hot spring baths on the ground floor and top floor also have them.

Address: 6-24 Shoningahamacho, Beppu, Oita 874-0023

If your travel plans include a visit to

Tatsumaki Jigoku, then AMANE RESORT SEIKAI is our best lodging recommendation.

Recommended Hotels & Japanese Inns in Yufuin

At 1,584 meters, Mt. Yufu stands tall as the symbol of Yufuin Hot Springs, second in number and output of hot spring water only to Beppu. We highly recommend Yufuin to nature lovers and those who want a slow, relaxing getaway. Feel the wabisabi in the Japanese gardens and storied buildings and explore Yunotsubo Street and Yunotsubo Yokocho in style from a horse-drawn carriage.

1. Yufuin Akari no Yado

Yufuin Akari no Yado is a fairly new hot spring hotel that opened in July 2020 and allows your pets to stay with you. It is conveniently located only a three-minute walk from Yufuin Station as well. Pets stay for free, and there are always plenty of other pet owners and their animals to get to know.

Address: 2915-15 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102

If you’d like a great view of the

Yufuin Basin, then we couldn’t recommend staying at Yufuin Akari no Yado more.

2. Yufuin Ubl Hotel

Yufuin Ubl Hotel is located close to the popular tourist spot of Kinrin Lake. Their meals consist of the prized Oita Wagyu Bungogyu and seasonal vegetables to give you a taste of the gifts of the land. Its location on the foothills of Mt. Yufu makes it a great place to experience nature and enjoy views of an older world.

Address: 1691-8 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102

Planning on stopping by

Roadside Station Yufuin for some shopping? Why not stay the night at Yufuin Ubl Hotel while you’re there?

3. Yufuin Baien GARDEN RESORT

Ranking in the top 250 popular hot spring hotels in the Tourist Economy Newspaper, Yufuin Baien GARDEN RESORT is at balance with nature with its plum garden. It also has a beautiful, large open-air bath to enjoy. Relax in spacious comfort while enjoying nature up close. The nearby temples of Bussanji and Unagihime Jinja offer historic and traditional places to visit and are perfect stops if you’re taking a stroll around Yufuin.

Address: 2106-2 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102

If you feel like a walk down

Yunotsubo Street, we recommend staying at Yufuin Baien GARDEN RESORT.

4. Etavia Yufuin

Etavia Yufuin is a mere three-minute walk from the bustling, store-lined main street. Nearby you’ll find popular attractions such as Showa Retro Theme Park Yufuin Showakan and Floral Village, making the area rich for tourist adventures. It’ll be hard to choose between the Japanese-style room with an open-air bath and the Western-style room with a modern, spacious design, but you’re sure to be satisfied either way.

Address: 1639-1 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102

If you plan on delighting in the beauty of

Yufuin Floral Village, we recommend staying at Etavia Yufuin.

5. Yawaragi-no-sato Yadoya

Around Yawaragi-no-sato Yadoya you’ll find many leisure spots and great views all around. Highly recommended for families, friends, and couples. Although it’s just simple lodgings meant to maximize your tourism adventures, the 100% natural hot spring water and beautiful cuisine are sure to leave you satisfied and smiling. Head out there just once, and we’re sure you’ll have an unforgettable time.

Address: 2717-5 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102

Looking to enjoy yourself at

Yufuin Hot Springs? Then we recommend staying at Yawaragi-no-sato Yadoya.

6. Hoteiya

Hoteiya is in itself much like a small village from a time long since passed. It’s almost like a traditional Japanese home where you’ll walk in and want to shout “I’m home!” The staff and atmosphere are both incredibly friendly, and the soft lighting gives it a wonderful charm.

Address: 1414 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102

If you’re planning on visiting

Showa Retro Them Park Showakan -ALWAYS-, Hoteiya will be a great place to stay.