15 Cool Hotels & Ryokan in Awajima for Exciting Girls Trips with Photo Spots Galore!
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Awaji Island, floating in the Seto Inland Sea, is full of spectacular views and is perfect for a girls' trip. Many tourists come to see the "whirling tides" of the Naruto Strait and the seasonal flower fields. In this article, we have carefully selected 15 "stylish inns" that you would want to use as your base for sightseeing on Awaji Island. We have collected everything from museum-like hotels designed by architect Tadao Ando to fairy-tale glamping facilities. Both the view from the room and the interior design are very photogenic! I can't stop taking pictures♪
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Awaji Island, which floats in the Seto Inland Sea, has many scenic spots such as the powerful Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the whirlpools of the Naruto Strait, and the beautiful seasonal flower gardens called "Flower Island." Girls who are wondering where to go next, why not invite your female friends and go to Awaji Island?
“Photos” are an indispensable element for recent girls’ trips! Even people who don't usually take pictures often pick up their cameras when they come across beautiful scenery, food, or stylish things. And if you are a picky adult girl, you want to be particular about the “photogenicity” of the accommodation as well as the sightseeing spots. Therefore, this time, we will pick up "stylish hotels and ryokan" where girls' trips in Awaji Island will be exciting. Would you like to go on a wonderful trip that will be more memorable and memorable than your usual trip?
Designed by the famous architect Tadao Ando, " Toto Seawind Awaji" is a hotel that combines the nature and architectural beauty of Awaji Island. Everything from location selection to design has been carefully selected. If you want to use public transportation from Tokyo, it is convenient to take an airplane or Shinkansen. First, head to Kobe Airport or Shin-Kobe Station. Take a bus from there and get off at Tsunako Bus Terminal. You can arrive in about 15 minutes by taxi.
The exposed concrete is stylish. You'll almost forget that you're in Japan. There is no doubt that the photo shoot will start from the moment you arrive at the hotel! On sunny days, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the ocean from outside the restaurant or from the elevator hall. Please enjoy to your heart's content the scenery that changes depending on the weather and time of the day.
As soon as you step inside, you will be greeted by a spacious front desk. The atmosphere is like an art museum, and you will be instantly transported to an extraordinary world. Be careful not to get too absorbed in taking commemorative photos with your friends and forget to check in ♪ Sitting in the center is an object by Kanae Kato, an artist who is also active in Europe.
If you go from the front desk to the back, you will reach the stylish lobby. A superb view of Osaka Bay is right in front of you! The sea and sky that change color depending on the time of day, and the bookshelves next to the lobby are popular photo spots. Let's take Instagrammable photos with your friends to your heart's content. By the way, it seems that there are many books related to architecture here.
This hotel is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, even in the guest rooms. This is the most popular "Maisonette A" type room. Up to 6 people can stay in the spacious space of 80 square meters. It's spacious and beautiful, so it's perfect for a "sleepover girls' party." Would you like to chat all night in a space that is a little different from a typical hotel room?
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Toto Seawind Awaji
Hyogo /Awaji Island/ ryokan
- address
- Hyogo 573-14, Awaji-sato, Awaji City
- access
- About 15 minutes by car from Tsunako Bus Terminal
Approximately 8 minutes by shuttle bus from Sumoto Bus Center. `` Awaji International Hotel The Sunplaza'' is a stylish inn with a spectacular view of the ocean from all rooms. Each floor from the 3rd to the 7th floor has a different concept, and each has a different design and interior, such as executive rooms, Japanese modern, and Asian modern. The view from the room is spectacular. It's so beautiful that you can't stop taking pictures.
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with beautiful sweets and tea. The staff carefully selects only the sweets that they have tried and found to be delicious. It's irresistible for girls who like sweets. A little consideration will put your mind at ease. (*Currently, tea service is suspended to prevent infectious diseases.)
The "Japanese-style room" on the 5th floor where you can relax has a great view! The ocean outside the window, as well as the casually placed flowers and indirect lighting, will tickle your heart. In addition, we have a wide variety of guest rooms, including designer rooms and modern Japanese-style rooms. You'll be able to chat with friends and take photos while looking out at the beautiful Awaji Island sea...you'll lose track of time.
For dinner, you can enjoy ``kaiseki cuisine'' that uses plenty of Awaji beef and fresh local seafood.They are very particular about the freshness and seasonality of the ingredients, as well as the preparation, the utensils they use, and the timing of the serving. Full of gems that will delight your five senses♪
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Awaji International Hotel The Sunplaza
Hyogo /Awaji Island/ ryokan
- address
- 1279-13 Kojidani, Sumoto Hyogo
- access
- Approximately 130 minutes by express bus from Osaka Station / Approximately 90 minutes by express bus from Sannomiya Station / Approximately 15 minutes by car from Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway Sumoto IC
First of all, we would like you to enjoy the "Observatory open-air bath" where you can enjoy the superb view. Surrender your body and mind to Awaji Island's majestic nature and onsen, such as the setting sun and the starry sky. You can refresh yourself by soaking in the 100% natural source Minami-Awaji onsen and watching the spectacular view with your friends. It will be an unforgettable memory.
I want to enjoy my girls trip a little richer! If so, why not try the private open-air bath "Manten Yuuami"? You can enjoy the spectacular view of Awaji Island and onsen without being disturbed by anyone. The hot water here is "Shiozaki onsen", which is different from the public bath. The smooth texture of the hot water feels good. We also recommend ``Tenku Spa La Paz'' where you can receive beauty treatments. We offer a variety of courses including body care, aroma treatment, and head therapy. Let's refine our "beauty".
There is a rich lineup of plans, including kaiseki cuisine that combines Japanese and French cuisine, and seasonal courses where you can enjoy seasonal ingredients. Every menu is filled with the bounty of Awaji Island, including seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and fresh vegetables sent directly from local farmers.
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Hotel New Awaji Plaza Awajishima
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- Hyogo 1433-2, Amabukigami-cho, Minami-Awaji City
- access
- Approximately 20 minutes by car from Seidan Mihara IC/Awajishima Minami IC, approximately 50 minutes by car from Tokushima Awaodori Airport, approximately 10 minutes by car from Fukura Bus Terminal.
Nestled on the beach, Sumoto Onsen Shimahana (Awaji Island) is a 10-minute shuttle bus ride from Sumoto Bus Center. Look at the beauty of this vast sea and sky! This photo captures the terrace and onsen attached to the room called "onsen Spa Terrace Room with Open-air Hot Spring Bath". Would you like to use it for a special girls' trip?
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Sumoto Onsen Shimahana (Awaji Island)
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- 1277-5 Kojidani, Sumoto City, Hyogo
- access
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms / Car: 18 minutes from Sumoto IC / Highway bus: 120 minutes from Osaka, 80 minutes from Sannomiya to Sumoto BC
After the bath, the long-awaited dinner. There are meal that are pleasing to the eyes and stomach, using fresh ingredients from the island. The charm of the island is lined up, such as seafood caught in the nearby port, onions that are a specialty of Awaji Island, and rice made with Awaji rice. Enjoy the blessings of nature and recharge your power♪
There is also a shop inside the museum where you can buy souvenirs such as island honey, lemon squash made with seaweed salt and lemon from Awaji Island. Please try to choose souvenirs while worrying about "I want this and that" and "I can't choose". In addition, you should stop by the free lounge where you can enjoy free drinks. If you drink it from a cup designed by Awaji Island's pottery `` Rakutogama '', it will be very delicious ♡
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Minato Koyado Umi no Kaori to Awajishima
Hyogo /Awaji Island/ ryokan
- address
- 1529-7 Fukurako, Minamiawaji Hyogo
- access
- About 15 minutes by car from Seidan Mihara IC / About 20 minutes by car from Awajishima Minami IC / About 90 minutes by highway bus from JR Sannomiya Station, about 2 minutes on foot from Fukura Bus Terminal / About 50 minutes by bus from JR Tokushima Station, About 2 minutes on foot from Fukura Bus Terminal
About 5 minutes by shuttle bus from Sumoto Express Bus Center. Nagisa no Shou Hanagoyomi is an inn where you can fully enjoy the pure ocean, with all rooms having an ocean view. Among all 4 types of rooms, "Haruka Type A" with an onsen spring bath is perfect for a luxurious girls' trip. You can see the ocean from every corner, including guest rooms, baths, and terraces. The simple yet stylish interior also grabs the woman's heart ♡
"NAGISA Terrace" in the photo is a recommended photo spot. Why not take a memorable photo with your friends while wearing the yukata of your choice at the ``Aya Yukata Boutique'' inside the hotel? After relaxing here, you can enjoy onsen in the large public bath or private open-air bath inside the hotel.
Dinner will be served at “Shunsen Dining Akura”. The colorful kaiseki cuisine is full of local ingredients such as fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and Awaji beef. In the summer, you can also enjoy a plan that comes with the appetizing "Hamo Sukiyaki", a soup stock made with Awaji onions and warishita broth.
Detailed information
Nagisa no Shou Hanagoyomi
Hyogo /Awaji Island/ ryokan
- address
- 1053-16 Kojidani, Sumoto Hyogo
- access
- Approximately 15 minutes by car from Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway Sumoto IC / Approximately 90 minutes by express bus from JR Sannomiya Station, Approximately 5 minutes by shuttle bus from Sumoto Express Bus Center
Standing at the southwestern tip of Awaji Island, "Hotel Anaga (Awajishima)" is a luxury inn where you'll want to stay for a special girls' trip. The surrounding area is surrounded by the beautiful sea and greenery, and there is also a garden pool and a promenade on the premises. I want to walk around with my friends and take pictures ♩ We have a wide variety of guest rooms such as the mansion-like Suite Room (pictured), the Doggy Villa where you can stay with your dog, and the Superior Twin with a great view. . If you let us know in advance, you can also use the pick-up service from the Riku-no-minato Seidan or Fukura bus stops.
For girls who want to enjoy an extraordinary experience while meal, go to the French restaurant "Cadeau de la Mer" in the hotel. While gazing at the sea, you can enjoy French cuisine unique to Awaji Island using local ingredients. The view of the ocean outside the large windows will also lift your spirits.
The pool on the premises is also picturesque. While bathing in the soft sunlight, have a girl talk at the summer-only poolside bar, take beautiful photos with each other... Let's enjoy such a dream-like trip. By the way, there is also a treatment room that inherits the techniques of the prestigious Swiss spa "VALMONT", so girls who are feeling tired should try using it.
Detailed information
Hotel Anaga (Awajishima)
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- 1109 Anaga, Minamiawaji Hyogo
- access
- About 7 minutes by car from Awajishima Minami IC
“Frogs FARM” has restaurants and inns on its vast grounds. "Kamome Slow Hotel", which stands in one corner, is a resort where all rooms have an ocean view. Each of the 16 rooms has a different flavor, and some of them have a bathroom with a view of the sea. It is also a high point that all rooms are equipped with record players and stylish amenities. Access is about 3 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Garb Costa Orange Mae".
There is also a "community space" with a terrace and a fireplace inside the building♡ I would like to capture the great nature of Awaji Island with my camera, such as the sunset over the sea, the sky full of stars, and the sunrise. By the way, there is no restaurant at the inn, but there are plenty of gourmet spots such as a plaza where you can enjoy BBQ, sushi restaurants, and Italian restaurants on the same premises.
Detailed information
Kamome Slow Hotel
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- Hyogo 1111 Aza Otani Kita, Gunke, Awaji City, Awaji Prefecture
- access
- If coming from Sannomiya, Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya→Transfer at Hokudan Interchange→3 minutes walk from Garb Costa Orange Mae
Approximately 7 minutes by shuttle bus from the Riku no Minato Seidan stop. Awaji Hamarikyu Bessou Takukai, located along the west coast of Awaji Island, is a luxury ryokan with open-air baths in all rooms. It's like a dream to be able to enjoy the moist onsen known as "beauty hot springs" without worrying about being seen. Inside the hotel, there is a restaurant overlooking Keino Matsubara, a scenic spot that has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 sunsets, and a lounge where you can enjoy free drinks, so you can enjoy an elegant girls' trip. The photo is of the "Type D" room where you can see the sunset from between the pine trees.
For dinner, you will enjoy a Japanese and Western course meal at the restaurant ``-AWAMI- Danmi'' overlooking Keino Matsubara. The menu features local ingredients such as Awaji beef, onions from Awaji, and fresh seafood from the west coast of Awaji Island. Also pay attention to the beautiful presentation, which looks like a work of art.
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Awaji Hamarikyu Villa Takumi (Awaji Island)
Hyogo /Awaji Island/ ryokan
- address
- 970-6 Matsuhokotsuji, Minamiawaji Hyogo
- access
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms / Highway bus: 70 minutes from Sannomiya and 50 minutes from Maiko to land port Seidan (Free shuttle available after arrival) / Car: 5 minutes from Seidan Mihara IC
If you want to spend a luxurious time with your friends, why don't you stretch your wings at "Uzushio Onsen Sunset View Hotel Keinoumi (Awajishima)"? This inn offers high-quality rooms such as the "Premium Suite Room (pictured)" and the "Modern Japanese-style room with an open-air bath." There is also a large communal bath where you can soak in Uzushio onsen, which is said to be a hot spring for beauty, so it is also recommended for onsen trips to soothe your fatigue. Access is about 10 minutes by courtesy car from the "Riku no Minato Seidan" bus stop.
There are plenty of options for dinner, such as Japanese banquet dishes that use plenty of the blessings of Awaji Island, and course meals that allow you to enjoy seasonal fish cooked in various ways. Be sure to check out the custom-ordered dishes that use high-quality ingredients such as spiny lobster, abalone, and Awaji beef.
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Uzushio Onsen Sunset View Hotel Keinoumi (Awajishima)
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- 970-76 Matsuhokotsuji, Minamiawaji Hyogo
- access
- Public transportation: About 70 minutes by highway bus from JR Sannomiya Station, get off at "Riku-no-minato Seidan" or "Seidan Shichi". About 10 minutes by courtesy car from the bus stop. By car: About 8 minutes from Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway "Seidan Mihara I.C."
Located in Minamiawaji City, Hotel & Resorts Minamiawaji Daiwa Royal Hotel is a resort overlooking the Onaruto Bridge and the Seto Inland Sea. Among the many types of rooms, the "Mediterranean Twin", which has an image of the townscape of the Aegean Sea, is perfect for a girls' trip. Surround yourself with bright colors such as white, blue, and yellow and charge your energy. Access is about 8 minutes by free shuttle bus from "Nanairo Kan Uzushio Dome".
In addition to a large public bath where you can soak in Nandan onsen, there is also a free welcome lounge, table tennis corner, and a car-sharing service in the parking lot for convenient sightseeing, so you won't get bored. If you visit from mid-July to late August, you can even swim in the garden pool.
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Hotel & Resorts Minamiawaji Daiwa Royal Hotel
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- Hyogo 317, Fukura Hei, Minami-Awaji City
- access
- [Awaji Island South] Approximately 10 minutes by car, [Seidan Mihara] Approximately 20 minutes by car (Click here to go via convenience store, etc.)
About 5 minutes by shuttle bus from Sumoto Bus Center. Yumekaiyu Awajishima, located in Sumoto City in the central part of Awaji Island, is a perfect base for sightseeing. We have a wide range of rooms to tickle the hearts of women, from luxurious guest rooms with fine-view baths to cost-effective standard twins. The photo is "Japanese-style twin C" with a view of the Ohama coast. I'd like to lie down on the bed and take pictures of the meal.
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Sumoto onsen Spring Yumekaiyu Awaji Island
Hyogo /Awaji Island/ ryokan
- address
- 1-1-50 Yamate, Hyogo (Ohama Beach)
- access
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms / Car: 10 minutes from Sumoto IC / Highway bus: 120 minutes from Osaka, 80 minutes from Sannomiya to Sumoto BC
Awaji Yumesenkei Yumesenkei, about 5 minutes by free shuttle bus from Sumoto Bus Center, is a luxury inn where you can experience an extraordinary feeling. Among the variety of rooms available, the rooms on the special floor ``Riraku'' overlooking the Kitan Strait are the ultimate in luxury. Guests in this room can freely use the ``Riraku Lounge,'' which is equipped with free drinks and massage chairs. The photo is "Riraku Japanese Style Twin". Both the stylish interior of the room and the ocean outside the window are perfect photo spots ♡
Inside the hotel, there is also an open-air bath with a beautiful view like a painting, “Amamiya no Shizuku”! If you soak in the longed-for infinity bath "Sumoto onsen Uruoi no Yu", you will feel like you are in heaven. In addition, there is also an open-air bath where you can soak in the "Komoe onsen", which is the source of the hotel's own source, so you can thoroughly heal your fatigue.
After onsen, find your favorite book at the book cafe "Le Coeur", or enjoy the roll cakes handmade by the pastry chef at the tea lounge "Hamayu"... Relax your mind and body in a relaxing time. The garden terrace where the sea breeze is comfortable is full of resort feeling and it will be photogenic.
Detailed information
Sumoto Onsen onsen Awaji Yumesenkei
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- 1052-2 Kojidani, Sumoto City, Hyogo
- access
- Car: About 15 minutes from Sumoto IC / Highway bus: About 120 minutes from Osaka, about 80 minutes from Sannomiya to Sumoto BC
“Sumoto Onsen Yumesenkei Besso Amahara” is a sister building of “Awaji Yumesenkei” introduced earlier. All 18 rooms have open-air baths, and some of them are private maisonette villas. You can enjoy the villa family feeling with your friends. The highly designed interior also grabs the female heart. The photo is a maisonette villa "Misaki" boasting an area of about 105m².
All rooms are on the sea side, so you can enjoy an elegant bath while feeling the sea breeze! The space that looks like it jumped out of a movie won't stop your heartbeat. After bathing, cool down on a chair on the terrace. Talk with your friends, take beautiful photos, and have a memorable time.
Detailed information
Sumoto Onsen Yumesenkei Besso Amahara
Hyogo /Awaji Island/ ryokan
- address
- 1052-2 Kojidani, Sumoto City, Hyogo
- access
- About 15 minutes by car from Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway "Sumoto IC" / About 10 minutes by free shuttle bus from Sumoto Highway Bus Center (reservation required)
If you want to have a fresh accommodation experience, how about staying at the glamping facility "Grand Chariot Hokuto Shichisei 135" in the theme park "Nijigen no Mori" where you can come into contact with anime and nature? The rooms look like they've jumped out of a fairy tale world♡ There are also Hello Kitty and Crayon Shin-chan concept rooms. There is also a plan with an attraction of "Nijigen no Mori", so it is perfect for girls who want to play around energetically.
The appearance of the rooms lined up is full of extraordinary feelings, and you can't stop taking pictures. In addition, there are plenty of facilities on the premises, such as the stylish spot "Chario Porte" where you can enjoy free drinks, and the "enzyme bath" that uses rice bran and cypress sawdust. Satisfy your curiosity by roaming around with your friends.
At the Chariot Terrace in the restaurant building, you can enjoy a menu full of Awaji Island ingredients supervised by Mr. Haruyuki Yamashita, a famous chef who is active both in Japan and overseas. From course dishes with Awaji beef sukiyaki as the main dish, to hot pot dishes using fresh seafood from Awaji Island, and Awaji beef shabu-shabu, it's hard to decide which one to eat.
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Grand Chariot Hokuto Shichisei 135
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Glamping
- address
- Hyogo 2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji-city, Awaji, Japan Hyogo Tachi-Awajishima Park Anime Park Nijigen no mori nai
- access
- Approximately 10 minutes by car from Iwaya Port / Approximately 3 minutes by car from Awaji IC (free shuttle bus available)
We have introduced photogenic hotels that you can use as your base for sightseeing on Awaji Island. You can instantly feel refreshed by looking at the spectacular view from your stylish room and tasting island gourmet food. It feels like the accumulated fatigue will be blown away. Beautiful photos taken while traveling with friends will encourage you to do your best in your daily life. I hope you have a wonderful time on Awaji Island!