10 of Awaji Island’s Hotels with the Best Ocean Views - Perfect for Anniversaries and Birthdays!

Awaji Island is the largest island in the Seto Inland Sea, located in the eastern part of the Seto Inland Sea. It can be accessed by highway buses, including the Kobe-Naruto route on the Honshu-Shikoku connecting road. On the island, there are many sightseeing spots where you can feel nature, such as Awaji Island National Akashi Kaikyo Park, Kiseki no Hoshi Botanical Garden, and Naruto Strait, which is said to be the world's best whirlpool, making it perfect for couples!

For sightseeing on Awaji Island as a couple, we recommend a hotel in a wonderful location that is unique to Awaji Island, surrounded by the Seto Inland Sea. The hotels we are going to introduce are selected because of their location, where you can see the dynamic Seto Inland Sea from the guest rooms and private baths. All of them are romantic inns, so they are recommended not only for dates, but also for birthdays and anniversaries. Spend a relaxing time with your loved ones while gazing at the Seto Inland Sea, which changes its expression depending on the time of day.

At “Watatsumi Watatsumi no Yado”, you can enjoy free-flowing, unheated self-sourced radon onsen and a spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea from the guest rooms. This inn was built by Japan's oldest construction company, which also built Shitennoji Temple in Osaka, and the interior has a calm Japanese atmosphere. After enjoying sightseeing in Awaji Island, you will be able to heal the fatigue of your trip.

All rooms have an ocean view overlooking Harimanada. In the evening on a fine day, the sun, which can be seen beyond the horizon, sets while reflecting off the ocean of Nishiura Beach. Selected as one of the 100 best sunsets in Japan, if you are staying on a sunny day, don't forget to see it.

The special Japanese-style room has an indoor bath, and the special guest room has both an indoor bath and an open-air bath where you can take a bath in the inn's proud natural radium onsen. It's a luxury to be able to enjoy a natural onsen to your heart's content without worrying about the surroundings or the time.

For dinner, there are a variety of courses available, including kaiseki cuisine made with fresh seafood caught in the waters off Awaji Island, a course where you can enjoy Awaji beef sirloin steak, and in the summer, a premium course where you can enjoy a full course of wild conger eel from Awaji Island. The restaurant has private rooms, so be sure to let them know when you make your reservation.

"Grand Nikko Awaji (Awajishima)" is a resort-style hotel designed by architect Tadao Ando in harmony with the beautiful nature of Awaji Island. The Kiseki no Hoshi no Botanical Museum and Awaji Yumebutai are within walking distance from the hotel.

There are Western-style rooms and Japanese-style rooms, all with separate baths and toilets. The Western-style rooms have private balconies overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, where you can enjoy the changing scenery of the sea over time. On the 8th to 104th floors, the precious floors offer breathtaking views through floor-to-ceiling glass windows. During your stay at the hotel, forget about your busy everyday life and have a fulfilling time together.

The Spa & Fitness "Ristolo" has a fitness center, an indoor sauna, a rock sauna, and a large public bath, making it perfect for when you want to refresh yourself. In the summer, the outdoor pool is also open. If you have the time, it's a great idea to stay for several nights and enjoy a resort stay.

The hotel has Japanese, Teppanyaki, French and buffet restaurants. For summer stays, we recommend a special barbecue at the buffet-style fun dining "Coccolare". You can enjoy Awaji beef loin, Awaji beef fillet, Awaji chicken thigh, and other seafood delicacies.

“Sumoto onsen Awaji Yumesenkei” is located in “Komoeura” on the east coast of Awaji Island. Adjacent to Hotel New Awaji, this hotel is based on the concept of high-quality comfort and hospitality. At this hotel, you can bathe in two onsen: Sumoto onsen and Komoe onsen, which flows from its own source. Spa Terrace Suigetsu and Hotel New Awaji are also connected by a seaside corridor, so you can enjoy a variety of elaborate onsen tours.

For a couple's stay on a special day, we recommend the special room "Riraku" with a panoramic view of the Kitan Strait, or the Comfort Floor on the top floor. "Riraku" has a total of 18 rooms, including rooms with open-air baths and rooms with ocean view baths. The Comfort Floor has rooms with open-air baths and terraces, allowing you to enjoy a higher-class stay.

The special room "Riraku" and the rooms on the comfort floor have a bathroom with a view of the sea, but please make time to visit the hotel's proud onsen facility. We recommend the Infinity Spa, where the sky and the Seto Inland Sea become one. Looking at the scenery that spreads out in front of you, you might lose track of time and end up taking a long bath.

For dinner, we recommend meal at the private room-style hot pot dining "Iiso". There are a variety of hot pot dishes, such as the Awaji beef and Awaodori chicken sukiyaki hot pot course, and in the summer, the Awaji-style local cuisine "Conger eel sukiyaki" using natural live pike conger from Awaji Island. Let's enjoy the original warishita made with Awaji Island onions and plenty of vegetables.

“Yumekaiyu Awajishima” is a hotel located in front of the Ohama coast. This hotel has a spa facility that uses Sumoto onsen, where you can enjoy a large public bath, an open-air bath, and a bedrock bath. After taking a bath, let's go to "Stella Terrace" on the 8th floor. From the terrace, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka Bay. At night, you can hear the waves of the Seto Inland Sea, which is very romantic.

If you want to stay with your loved ones, we recommend the Nagomi Floor, which is a notch above the rest. The nagami floor has its own lounge with coffee service and internet access. You can choose from a Japanese-style twin room where you can lie down on the bed and see the sea, or a special room with a bath with a view.

After relaxing in your room, head out for a tour of the hotel's spa. The spa facilities are located on the 7th floor of the hotel and on the 2nd floor of the hotel, which are connected by a corridor. The public baths are switched between men and women at night and morning. How about exchanging impressions of each bath and enjoying the next morning's onsen tour?

For dinner, you can enjoy a menu that incorporates ingredients from Awaji at the open kitchen style Shikisai Dining Hamabusa or the private room restaurant Isobetei. At "Hamabo", we recommend the course where you can choose a main dish and a seasonal small pot from several menus. You can enjoy Awaji Island's seasonal gourmet and Awaji beef with your eyes and tongue.

"Awaji International Hotel The Sunplaza" is located in "Suntopia Marina" in Sumoto onsen, Awaji Island. The guest rooms are decorated with carefully selected interiors such as Japanese modern and Asian modern, and you can see a superb view of the ocean from all rooms.

There are various layouts of guest rooms, such as a bedroom and a living room near the large windows overlooking the sea. There are also rooms with a calm atmosphere based on dark wood, and rooms with a bright and casual impression that incorporate natural wood. You may get lost when choosing a room.

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You can bathe in the waters of Sumoto onsen in the hotel's large public bath, open-air bath, and three other elaborate private baths (for a fee). For couples, we recommend the "Shinonome" and "Seou" baths, which offer dynamic views of the Seto Inland Sea. Enjoy the waters of Sumoto onsen in luxury just for the two of you.

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For dinner, there is the "Kuniumi Island's Blessings Kaiseki" course, which allows you to taste a little bit of Awaji gourmet food, the elegant summer "Hamo Sukiyaki", and the winter "Fugu Kaiseki Course" where you can enjoy fugu dishes. For breakfast, there is the "Tamatebako Breakfast" served in a three-tiered box. You can enjoy the bounty of Awaji Island to your heart's content from the morning, including the popular clam miso soup, grilled Spanish mackerel caught in the waters off Awaji Island with sea urchin, lightly pickled onions, and Awaji Island yogurt.

“Sunset View Hotel Keinoumi” is located in the scenic spot “Awaji National Park” on Awaji Island. At this hotel, you can enjoy Awaji Island's famous hot spring "Uzushio onsen". It is also close to the beach where you can swim, and is recommended for resort stays in the summer.

Some of the rooms have a view of Keino Matsubara, which is in harmony with the Seto Inland Sea. The two of you want to watch the sun set over the Seto Inland Sea slowly.

The hot water of Uzushio onsen is as smooth as a serum, and it feels gentle on the skin. If you have a room with an open-air bath, you can take a bath as many times as you like during your stay. Warm up to your heart's content while gazing at the Seto Inland Sea through the pine forest during the day and the star-filled sky above your head at night.

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For dinner, we recommend the "Onion Fondue," which is Awaji beef served in a soup made with Awaji Island onions. The sweetness of the onions and the deep flavor of the Awaji beef will fill your mouth. Depending on the season, there are also dinner courses that include "Onion Fondue," which can be enjoyed with sashimi made from fresh seafood from nearby waters.

Hotel New Awaji Plaza Awajishima is located on a hill overlooking the Onaruto Gorge. The daytime scenery, as well as the spectacular sunset show as the sun sinks into the Naruto Strait, will be a fond memory for the two of you. In the summer, you can enjoy the pool and barbecue, which are open until 9pm, so it is also recommended for couples looking for a resort stay hotel.

The villa "Aozora" has a sophisticated interior that is perfect for an adult couple's trip. You can spend a relaxing time while watching the Seto Inland Sea that spreads out in front of your living room. There is also a table set on the balcony, perfect for enjoying the evening coolness after bathing in onsen. It seems that they can enjoy their private time without worrying about their surroundings.

On the terrace of the villa "Aozora", there is an open-air bath where you can soak in the hot water of "Minamiawaji onsen". The sounds of the hot onsen water and the waves of the Seto Inland Sea are soothing. Let's enjoy the luxurious onsen only for two people to your heart's content.

For dinner, you can enjoy dishes that incorporate plenty of Awaji beef and seasonal produce from Awaji Island. Guests staying at the villa "Aozora" also have a special kaiseki course that can be eaten in the room. Talking with him will be exciting with many dishes that look delicious to the eyes ♡

"Awaji Hamarikyu" is located along the beach of Keino Matsubara, which was selected as one of the 100 best sunsets in Japan. The hotel is based on the concept of a classic Japanese resort, and the interior has a nostalgic Taisho retro feel. It is also possible to visit by contract taxi from Osaka and Hyogo, and it seems that you can spend a celebrity time.

There are spacious moderate type rooms and special rooms with private open-air baths. The special room is a luxurious room where you can relax in your own way, such as a wooden terrace and tatami space. In the evening, I would like to have a toast while watching the sun setting over the pine forest.

Among the special rooms, there are also rooms where you can enjoy an infinity spa that makes you feel like you are one with the ocean. Enjoy the liberating scenery during the day and the fantastic atmosphere while gazing at the starry sky at night. Each room has a different set-up and view, so when you stay, check the hotel website and choose the room you like best.

For dinner, at the dance hall-like Shunbo “Shintan ARATAN,” you can enjoy a Japanese-Western course that incorporates Awaji beef, pike conger, and onions. We also have a wide selection of local beers and wines to complement your elegant dinner, so please join us.

Kaigetsukan is a onsen ryokan in front of the popular Ohama beach. When the weather is nice, you can even see Kansai International Airport across Osaka Bay. It takes about 120 minutes by highway bus from Osaka and Umeda, and about 90 minutes from Sannomiya in Kobe. Recommended for couples looking for an inn where they can relax while gazing out at the sea.

There are a wide variety of guest rooms, including rooms with a bath with a view, Japanese-Western style rooms, standard Japanese-style rooms, and Western-style rooms. From the room, you can see the view of Osaka Bay, the white sand of the beach, and Mt. Mikuma. Depending on the room, you may feel as if you are floating on the sea. Seeing the nature of Awaji Island will soothe your soul.

The special guest room "Amami Bettei" on the 8th floor is a 12-tatami Japanese-style room with a private bath with an ocean view. How about completely relaxing in a natural onsen overlooking the tranquil Kitan Strait? There are guest rooms with baths with a view of the mountains, so you can choose a room based on the view.

Depending on the plan, dinner is served in a spacious meal private room ryotei. The 14-course kaiseki menu will satisfy both of you.

"Sumoto Onsen Yumesenkei Besso Amahara" is a onsen ryokan near the calm beach "Obama Beach". There is a garden lounge exclusively for hotel guests, with an espresso machine and free tea service. After check-in, the two of you will relax and experience a different time than usual.

All 18 guest rooms have open-air baths with ocean views. There are suites, Japanese-Western style rooms, and twin rooms. In addition, there are two two-story maisonette villas, and the perfect location where the sea approaches right in front of you. Relax in the living room on the 1st floor and enjoy the magnificent ocean view from the open-air bath on the 2nd floor terrace.

Every room offers an unobstructed view. Especially at Maisonette Villa Misaki, both the open-air bath on the 1st floor terrace and the view bath on the 2nd floor have an ocean view. Why don't you spend your bath time refreshingly in the open-air bath and relaxing in the bath with a view?

Dinner is served at the main dining room, Shunbo Tanetsu. The Japanese-Western fusion menu includes fresh seafood sashimi delivered from the local Yura fishing port, Awaji onion blancmange, and Awaji beef steak. The island's famous sake is also available, so please enjoy it with meal.

How was the special feature on hotels recommended for couple stays in Awaji Island? After sightseeing in the Awaji Island area, let's spend a fulfilling time together while enjoying gourmet food and onsen at a hotel with a dynamic view of the Seto Inland Sea.