15 Best Okayama Hotels & Ryokan that Are Perfect for Couples!

Okayama is a region full of fun, surrounded by the Chugoku Mountains and the Seto Inland Sea. One of them is "fruit". There are five main ways to enjoy the city: cityscapes, nature and onsen, local gourmet food, and islands in the Seto Inland Sea.Therefore, when traveling as a couple, there are many ways to enjoy it. If you do, no matter how much time you have, you will never have enough time...

Therefore, for your first trip to Okayama, I would like to recommend a trip around the center of Okayama City and Kurashiki where you can fully enjoy the three pleasures of "fruit", "townscape" and "local gourmet". These two areas are adjacent to each other, so access is very good. Therefore, it is good to secure an inn in Okayama city as a base ◎

Gathering information is important to enjoy your trip. However, no matter how much you research before you leave, there must be many things that are different from what you imagined once you arrive at the destination. In such a case, it is very convenient to have a PC rental and free Wi-Fi. By having a firm discussion between the two of you, you will be less likely to have a disagreement, and you will be able to enjoy your trip more.♡

A beautiful view from the window is a great way to spend romantic time alone at a hotel. Especially at night, if you can see the beautiful night view, you will be in a good mood that you don't need to say much... ♪ Besides that, delicious food and alcohol will also create a wonderful time. This time, we will introduce hotels and ryokan where you can cherish your time together.

"Hotel Granvia Okayama" is located about 3 minutes on foot from Okayama Station. Since it is directly connected to the station, you can go to the hotel without getting wet even on rainy days. There are restaurants and various shops nearby, and there is a convenience store on the 1st floor of the annex, so it is convenient for meal and shopping. Both wired and wireless internet access is available in all rooms.

The "Granvia Twin" on the 17th and 18th floors "Granvia Floor" has a separate bath and toilet, so you can relax in the bath. In order to provide a comfortable night's sleep, the beds are made by Simmons, which is used in top hotels around the world. It's in a perfect location overlooking the surrounding area, so you can spend a wonderful time with your loved one while gazing at the beautiful night view.

The dining and bar "Applause" on the top floor presents a wonderful night for lovers. If you want to chat while drinking cocktails, the window seats are definitely recommended. The beautiful night view that can be seen from the large windows will make your romantic conversation even more exciting.

There are restaurants around the hotel, but if you want to enjoy a romantic dinner, how about a seat with a night view of the restaurant on the top floor? If you enjoy delicious cuisine such as French and teppanyaki in a wonderful atmosphere, there is no doubt that the conversation will be more lively than usual.

Recent Culture Hotel is located about a 15-minute walk from Okayama Station. The exterior is modern and the lobby is elegantly designed. It is convenient for sightseeing, but it is especially convenient for watching sports and participating in events, with "Okayama General Ground" and "Zip Arena Okayama" nearby. Internet access is available both wired and wireless.

The suite room is a sophisticated and stylish space with chic colors. Even in the most compact type, "Junior", you can relax in a spacious room of 40 square meters, and at the same time, it is equipped with the same livability as at home. You can't help but think, "I wish I could live in such a wonderful room!"

There are four types of suites: "Royal," "Executive," "Standard," and "Junior." No matter which room you choose, the bed space and living space are separated, so you can spend your time in a clean space.

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For dinner, please enjoy authentic Italian cuisine at Zona Italia Okayama on the 1st floor. The interior of the restaurant has a stylish and sophisticated design, so you can enjoy meal elegantly. A la carte is fine, but since you're here, why not try the special dinner course, which is the specialty of the restaurant? Alternatively, there is also the "prefix course" that you can enjoy casually.

Koraku Hotel is located about a 5-minute walk from Okayama Station. Although it is conveniently located near the station, it is relatively quiet as it does not face the main street. There is an elevator security system that allows you to enter the floor where the guest room is located without using your room key. We also have a full range of amenity services for women, such as basic cosmetics. The hotel takes care of these things and other things, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. Both wired and wireless internet connections are available.

The beds used in the "twin rooms" are not only spacious in size, but also feature mattresses that allow guests to maintain a natural sleeping position with little lateral movement even when they toss and turn. In addition, the duvet comforter does not put any strain on your body and allows you to get a high quality sleep. It's so comfortable that you might fall asleep in no time.

The lobby on the 1st floor is decorated with the works of Bizen ware masters, and the elevator halls from the 4th to the 13th floor are decorated with works by Living National Treasure artists, antique art, and paintings. If you stay overnight, you can see the works of art displayed as a "small museum" on each floor. While staying at the hotel, you can do something like a museum date ♡

At the breakfast buffet served at Restaurant Tomoe on the second floor of the hotel, you can enjoy dishes made with abundant seasonal ingredients by local Okayama farmers because the hotel is based on an agricultural equipment manufacturer. Feel the four seasons with the hotel's proud Japanese side dishes and enjoy ♪ the charm of Okayama from the morning

ANA Crowne Plaza Okayama is located in an excellent location right next to Okayama Station. Since it is directly connected to the station, you can access the hotel without using an umbrella even on rainy days. Both wired and wireless internet connections are available. The guest rooms are divided into four main categories: ``Standard Floor'', ``Premium Floor'', ``Suite Room'', and ``Universal'', and you can choose according to your preference.

If you want to spend a little luxurious time with him, we recommend staying on the premium floor. Simmons beds are used on the premium floor, and there are benefits such as free access to the bar lounge. In addition, services such as drip coffee and mineral water are also available. You can spend a little luxurious adult time with him.

On the 20th floor, you can enjoy original cocktails and cocktails made with seasonal fruits, as if you were floating in the sky. The time will surely pass in the blink of an eye if you two are looking at the night view while enjoying a drink.

Breakfast is buffet style using local and seasonal ingredients. You can enjoy local Okayama dishes that change daily, including the chef's signature ``Karasu Curry'' and ``Shrimp Meshi'', inspired by the black exterior walls of Okayama Castle. You can choose your favorite cooking method for egg dishes. Choose your favorite from scrambled eggs, omelettes with a choice of toppings, and more, and create a menu to suit the two of you.

"Okayama International Hotel" is located about 15 minutes by free shuttle bus from Okayama Station. As the guest house of Okayama, this hotel has been loved by locals and various dignitaries. You can see the cityscape from the verdant hill, and you can see the beautiful night view at night. Both wired and wireless internet connections are available.

The hotel offers a wide range of guest rooms, including double and twin rooms, as well as Japanese-Western and Japanese-style rooms. Choose the one that suits your taste, as there are different views from the hillside overlooking the green mountains and the city side overlooking the night view of Okayama city. The bright color accents of the furnishings also add to the comfort. You'll be able to spend a wonderful time together with your partner.

For dinner, go to "Arc-en-Cher" or "Chateau Noir" on the 13th floor. Enjoying dinner with a beautiful night view from the top floor of the hotel will surely be a special memory for both of you. A miracle that can only be met at this place at this time may come to the two of you. It's the beginning of a wonderful dinner.

Breakfast is a Japanese and Western buffet style at "The Garden Terrace" on the 1st floor. Enjoying a refreshing meal while basking in the morning light and looking at the greenery from the side is perfect for a moment in the morning. Starting with safe and secure vegetables carefully grown by local farmers, you can enjoy a wide range of carefully selected menu items such as egg dishes made with organic eggs and Mamakari, a local Okayama dish.

Okayama Plaza Hotel is located about a 5-minute taxi ride from Okayama Station and a 12-minute walk from the nearest Nishikawara Station. ``Okayama Korakuen'' is about a 3 minute walk away, so this hotel is convenient for sightseeing around the area. Both wired and wireless internet connections are available.

"Deluxe Twin Room" where you can relax in a spacious 45㎡ space. A room with a view of "Okayama Castle" from the window. When Okayama Korakuen is lit up in the "Gensou Teien", you can see Okayama Castle illuminated by beautiful lights.

The fantasy garden that lights up Okayama Korakuen is held for a limited time in each season of spring, summer, and autumn. It's also wonderful to spend time looking at the romantic and somehow mysterious light from the window.

Breakfast can be eaten at the restaurant "Bella Vista" on the 9th floor. It's a set menu where you can choose between Japanese or Western food, both of which are just the right amount for breakfast. If you enjoy it in an elegant atmosphere, even the standard menu will seem even more delicious than usual.

Hotel Excel Okayama is located about a 15-minute walk from Okayama Station and a 1-minute walk from the Joshita tram stop. Within walking distance of Okayama Castle and Okayama Korakuen Garden, this hotel is blessed with sightseeing. Couples interested in art and fine arts can visit the Okayama Orient Museum and Okayama Museum of Art, which are located a few minutes' walk away.

A "moderate twin room" with a powder corner of 31m2 where you can see Okayama Castle from the window. Comfortable beds with Simmons pocket coil mattresses are installed. You can spend a relaxing time here while gazing at the illuminated Okayama Castle.

The breakfast buffet features a lineup of dishes made with local ingredients and standard breakfast menu items. You can choose from about 40 types of Japanese and Western dishes, so you can eat as much as you like. There is also ``honkibi dango'' made with takakibi flour from Okayama.

The Okayama Orient Museum is about a 1-minute walk from the hotel. It has a valuable collection of works that talk about oriental culture, which is rare in Japan, so it is worth a visit. Also nearby is the Okayama Museum of Art. It is a hotel where you can enjoy both museum tours and spot tours.

“Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama”, which is located about 2 minutes on foot from Okayama Station, is a very convenient hotel as a base for sightseeing. When you go to Okayama Castle or Okayama Korakuen Garden, you can easily move while feeling the breeze of Okayama by using the rental bicycle "Momochari", which is popular among Okayama citizens. Internet connection is available both wired and wireless.

The "Moderate Twin" with two spacious 123cm wide beds in a 20㎡ room is a simple and relaxing space. After an active day, let's soothe your body with Serta mattresses, the No. 1 hotel bed share in the United States, and sleep pillows jointly developed with Lofty. Then you should be able to be active again the next day♪

On the 10th floor, the top floor of the hotel, there is a "garden bath" where you can take a bath while looking out at the garden. Soothe your soul in the garden, and heal your tired body in the hot water of the large public bath. It's a bath where you can spend such a wonderful time.

The breakfast served at the 1st floor restaurant "Garden Cafe" is a Japanese and Western buffet style. The breakfast, which is made with seasonal ingredients from Okayama, has received high praise on various review sites. In addition to the standard menu, we also recommend the ``Momotaro Curry'', ``Momotaro Hayashi'', and ``Mamakari Pickles'' made with Momotaro tomatoes, which are offered daily.

“Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae Okayama Ekimae” is located about a 2-minute walk from Okayama Station. It is connected to the station by an underground passage, so there is no need to worry about getting wet even on rainy days. You can have a comfortable stay with the refined lobby and guest rooms, as well as the full range of facilities. Internet connection is available both wired and wireless.

The 5th floor, where the lobby is located, is a stylish and sophisticated space. When entering the building after midnight, you need to unlock the entrance with your room key, so security is also safe. Women can stay here with peace of mind.

Hollywood-style "twin" with two beds next to each other. This room has two 122 cm wide beds in a space of 27 to 29 m2. The red accent color is eye-catching even in a calm color scheme. If you have a room facing the main street, you can also enjoy the night view.

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For breakfast, you can enjoy a set menu at the restaurant "Ma~, Nabeya" on the 5th floor. You can choose from a total of 5 types of breakfast: Japanese food, Western food, pancakes, curry, and shrimp rice, so why not order different dishes and share them? We recommend purchasing breakfast tickets in advance, as the advance price is more economical than the same-day price.

About 10 minutes by taxi from Okayama Station, about 20 minutes on foot. "A&A Jonathan Hasegawa" is a new style hotel created by the collaboration of architect Go Hasegawa and artist Jonathan Monk. Only one group can stay overnight, so you and your lover can occupy this beautiful space. Internet is equipped with Wi-Fi.

Designed by architects and artists, the building itself is a work of art. For example, in this bathroom, the creative form is likely to stimulate the sensibilities of both of you. Its appeal is not only its shape, but the view of Okayama Korakuen is also a big point. Amenity is also well prepared, so it is perfect for usability.

There is also a dynamic staircase like this in the room. If you go up these stairs, which you will encounter as soon as you enter through the front door, you will arrive at the aforementioned bathroom. The stylish space makes you feel like you're visiting an art museum♪ You won't be able to stop being excited by the three-dimensional structure that doesn't look like a hotel!

Now, when you open the wall of the lounge, which is like a hidden door, with your heart pounding, you will find a calm bedroom. The ceiling is low, and the atmosphere is completely different from other spaces, and it's kind of like a secret base. It's a hotel that makes you want to finish sightseeing a little early and fully enjoy the facilities.

About 5 minutes walk from Okayama Station. `` Hotel Mystays Okayama'', which opened in September 2021, is close to Okayama's leading downtown area ``Omotemachi Shopping Street'' and is a 20-minute walk from Okayama Castle and Korakuen, making it the perfect hotel for sightseeing. Wi-Fi internet is available.

With the concept of "Okayama, the land of sunny weather," the interior of the building is decorated with items unique to Okayama, such as "Japan denim" and "Bizen ware", creating a chic and stylish atmosphere. There is a free lounge, so it would be nice to use the Wi-Fi to discuss your trip.

The guest rooms include semi-double, double, and twin rooms, which are recommended for couples. All rooms are compact but have everything you need, so you can spend your time with peace of mind.

Breakfast is a buffet with more than 50 items, including Okayama's famous demi-cutlet. Okayama I'm glad to see delicious and healthy menus such as freshly cooked rice and fresh vegetable salad. Don't forget to check out the hamburgers, which are sandwiched between buns from a local bakery at lunchtime, seasoned with fresh-minded vegetables and original sauce, and combined in the best order!

About 9 minutes on foot from Okayama Station. Opened in April 2020, "Natural onsen Bizen no Yu Super Hotel Okayama Eki Higashiguchi" is a hotel full of delightful services such as onsen, a bar, and breakfast. In addition, "AEON MALL Okayama", which is convenient for checking souvenirs and shopping, is located about 2 minutes on foot, so you can enjoy your trip smoothly.

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When you check in to the hotel in the evening, be sure to use the Welcome Bar. It's open every day from evening until night, and you can enjoy free drinks. Two people can have fun making drinks together.

To refresh the tiredness of your trip, please use the large public bath "Bizen no Yu". The bathtub is filled with natural onsen, so you can expect a smooth feeling after bathing with little irritation to your skin.

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You can also have breakfast for free, so why not use it to recharge your batteries for the day? Don't underestimate the fact that it's free, the breakfast at this hotel is a healthy breakfast that uses a lot of organic ingredients that are friendly to people and the earth. Okayama's local menu is of course lined up, so you might be able to try the gourmet you missed.

Hotel Myra is about a 10-minute walk from Okayama Station and adjacent to Midorido Park. This hotel is recommended for couples who want to stay at a reasonable price, with plenty of free services such as free drinks, popsicles that are nice all year round, and breakfast bread with six types to choose from. Conveniently located just 3 minutes walk from AEON Mall Okayama, where you can enjoy shopping, tea time, watching movies, and more!

There are double and single rooms available, but for couples, we recommend the couple room. This room has a semi-double size bed with a width of 122cm, and is recommended for couples who want to stay reasonably. By keeping accommodation costs down, you can spend the money you save on sightseeing and gourmet food, which will increase your satisfaction with your trip.

Full of amenities! For skin care, we have DHC's Olive Gold series, POLA Aroma Esse shampoo/conditioner, body soap, and bath salts. Let's be healed thoroughly during bath time. You can also get free bread for breakfast, so you can eat quickly and leave early. There are snacks you can buy for 10 yen, and there's a convenience store nearby, so it would be nice to have an after-party with him in your room at night.

Hotel Via Inn Okayama is directly connected to Okayama Station. Access from the station is via the roof, so you don't have to worry about getting wet even if it's raining. Wi-Fi internet is available.

The various types of guest rooms have large windows, and most of them offer a view of the city of Okayama and the trains that come and go. Among the multiple room types, the hotel's recommended "Twin Room" has wooden flooring and requires you to take off your shoes before entering. In addition, the bath and toilet are separate types, and since it is a view bath, you can spend more relaxing time than you are at home.

Breakfast the next morning is at the cafeteria on the 5th floor. The interior of the restaurant has glass windows facing the square in front of the station, so you can enjoy your meal at your leisure while gazing at the unobstructed, open scenery. It's a half-buffet style, and after choosing your favorite Japanese or Western main plate, you can do whatever you like.

The freshly baked bread, which is fermented and baked at the hotel, and the special rice made with the hotel's original blended rice blended by the rice meister, are sure to whet your appetite! A cafe-style western plate, miso soup with plenty of vegetables, and 6 side dishes in small bowls. If you are a couple, you can order different things and share them, so you can enjoy two flavors.

About 10 minutes by taxi from Okayama Station. A&A Liam Fuji is a dream hotel for couples who love art and architecture, where you can enjoy contemporary art and architecture. Moreover, it is limited to one group per day, so you can truly enjoy this world with just the two of you. The internet is fully equipped with Wi-Fi, so it's convenient not only for gathering information about your trip, but also when you want to learn about Mount Fuji Architects Studio and Liam Gillick, who designed this place.

As you enter through the unique exterior, with its facade decorated with mathematical formulas, you will be greeted by a three-dimensional, complex structure made primarily of cypress from Okayama. The excitement and excitement of wondering where something is is sure to remind you of your childhood. First, let's explore every corner of the room and share the fun together ♩

It consists of a dining room, garden, bath, sink, toilet, and bedroom on the first floor, a kitchen and bedroom on the second floor, and a bedroom on the third floor. There are two bedrooms, so it would be fun to stay for several nights and change the place you sleep on the first and second day.

This is a hotel where you can feel the light coming in from the skylights wherever you are, and the scent and texture of the wood that forms the entire room. It is a stylish and sophisticated space in a location with good access to Okayama Castle and Korakuen Garden. Why don't you make your trip to Okayama even more special by staying at the one and only "accommodation art" that can only be found here in Okayama?

This time, we have introduced recommended hotels and ryokan for traveling in Okayama as a couple. All hotels are places where you can cherish the time you spend together. If you stay at such a hotel, something different from the usual may be born in the calm passage of time. Make your trip to Okayama even better by staying at a hotel that will become a wonderful memory♪