
Rather than making plans and touring tourist spots, this lodging is perfect for relaxing and letting yourself go. You can relax and be healed by nature, soak in hot springs, or relax at a hotel in the city. Here, we will introduce the popular ranking of occupancy inns selected by Tabiiro readers.
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とれとれヴィレッジ
Wakayama
Wakayama
とれとれヴィレッジ
Located within "Tore Tore Park," a resort complex in Nanki Shirahama, the accommodation facility "Tore Tore Village" introduces Village 8, an area designed as a cave dungeon, placing guests in the role of a protagonist in a fantasy setting. Passing through the area gate guarded by a protective deity marks the beginning of the adventure, with various photo spots throughout the area creating a sense of stepping outside everyday life. Each of the eight gates, serving as guest rooms, features a different story, and the assigned gate remains a surprise until the door is opened. Completing all eight magical adventure stories leads to the title of legendary hero among overnight guests.
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キャノピーbyヒルトン大阪梅田
Osaka
Osaka
キャノピーbyヒルトン大阪梅田
Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda is Hilton's first lifestyle brand in Japan. It is located in "Grand Green Osaka," which stands in front of JR Osaka Station, and is within walking distance of the Umeda area, the center of Osaka. It has good access to Kansai International Airport and JR Shin-Osaka Station, so you can use the hotel as a base to travel throughout the Kansai region. There are three food and beverage facilities within the hotel, including an all-day dining facility, and room service is also available. I want to spend a luxurious time while looking at the cityscape of Osaka.
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voco大阪セントラルby IHG
Osaka
Osaka
voco大阪セントラルby IHG
This hotel is within walking distance from Osaka Metro Higobashi Station and Yodoyabashi Station, and is located in the Kyomachibori area, which is home to a wide variety of shops. It has 191 guest rooms, a restaurant, cafe & bar, gym, meeting room and other facilities. The guest rooms have a modern atmosphere with accents based on white and gray. We also implement sustainable initiatives such as amenities and room keys made of bamboo, and mineral water provided in containers that do not use plastic bottles. With these ideas, "voco Osaka Central" is filled with a comfortable space.
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SolaVilla(そらヴィラ)海テラス南あわじ
Hyogo
Hyogo
SolaVilla(そらヴィラ)海テラス南あわじ
A panoramic villa in Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, opening in 2022 with all rooms equipped with open-air baths. It is popular for its ability to enjoy the privacy of a villa and the outdoor feel of a terrace while maintaining the comfort of a hotel. One of the attractions is that all the buildings are oceanfront, so you can watch the same sunset as Keino Matsubara, which has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Sunsets, while soaking in your guest room or open-air bath. Each building has a terrace with a barbecue stove and a system kitchen, so you can enjoy your stay in your own way. Each villa has a different feel, and there are four villas where you can stay with your dog.
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姫路キヤッスルグランヴィリオホテル
Hyogo
Hyogo
姫路キヤッスルグランヴィリオホテル
Situated close to JR Himeji Station and "Himeji Castle," "Himeji Castle Granvia Hotel" offers convenient access to the city and nearby sightseeing spots. Inside the property, the "Hakuraku-no-Yu" hot spring facility features five distinct bathing areas—including a natural rock bath, a hinoki bath, and a family bath—each with its own atmosphere. A full sauna suite is also available, with facilities such as a high-temperature sauna, a mist sauna, an ondol room, and stone and lava bathing areas for deep relaxation. Restaurants and banquet halls are located throughout the hotel, making the property suitable for a wide range of occasions.
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川口屋城崎リバーサイドホテル
Hyogo
Hyogo
川口屋城崎リバーサイドホテル
Kawaguchiya Kinosaki Riverside Hotel, a culinary-focused hot spring inn, stands in Kinosaki Onsen, one of the leading hot spring towns in the Kansai region. Local brand ingredients and seasonal offerings from the Sanin region are featured, including the winter specialty "Matsuba Crab" and the highest grade of "Tajima Beef," known as "Tajima Guro." Founded in 1916, this historic inn has undergone a series of renovations since 2021, including private dining rooms and a lounge. On the top floor, the adults-only guest room with an open-air bath, "Special Room Rakuga-Rakuga-," has also opened, featuring a setting for bathing at any preferred time while overlooking the night sky.
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ANAクラウンプラザホテル神戸
Hyogo
Hyogo
ANAクラウンプラザホテル神戸
Directly connected to JR and Kobe Municipal Subway Shin-Kobe Station and easily accessible by Shinkansen, this hotel is an ideal base for business and tourism. The hotel offers a high-quality relaxing space, and the panoramic view with Mt. Rokko in the background, Awaji Island to the west, and Osaka Bay to the east will impress everyone. The hotel also has a wide variety of restaurants and bars unique to Kobe, allowing you to spend a special time to your heart's content. With 23 banquet halls and meeting rooms of various sizes, it can accommodate all your needs. It is also renowned for its sophisticated hospitality, and another attraction is that you can enjoy the spectacular view of Kobe, also known as the "10 million dollar night view", from your room.
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ホテル エルシエント大阪梅田
Osaka
Osaka
ホテル エルシエント大阪梅田
This hotel is approximately a 12-minute walk from JR Osaka Station, and is located in Umeda, Osaka's leading downtown area, with excellent access to sightseeing spots. There are a total of 253 highly functional guest rooms, and you can choose from a variety of types, mainly doubles and twins. The interior is a relaxing space designed in earth tones, and as an SDGs initiative, we have contributed to the reduction of plastic usage by switching to providing mineral water (plastic bottles) in the guest rooms with a water server.
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LOOP-shiso
Hyogo
Hyogo
LOOP-shiso
A private rental villa limited to one group per day stands approximately a 40-minute drive from the Yamasaki IC on the Chugoku Expressway, offering a stay surrounded by abundant nature; accommodating up to 12 guests, it is well suited to family trips and group stays, while time spent in the open, scenic "Sky Corridor" creates lasting travel memories, with glamping experiences, summer river activities, and complimentary use of a sauna and barbecue facilities also available.
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KAJA HOUSE
Osaka
Osaka
KAJA HOUSE
Located approximately a 2-minute walk from Hanazonocho Station on the Osaka Metro, KAJA HOUSE has an impressive container-shaped exterior. An on-site sauna is available 24 hours a day, accommodates over ten guests, and supports löyly. Another highlight is a cold plunge that allows users to freely adjust the water temperature to suit personal preference. In the theater room, you can relax and enjoy a variety of content, including movies, games, and video services. This facility suits male guests seeking a 'totonou reset' (a deeply relaxed, mentally clear state following sauna bathing) between sightseeing or business trips, as well as travelers looking for a comfortable base from which to explore the area.
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クリスタルヴィラ白良浜ビーチ
Wakayama
Wakayama
クリスタルヴィラ白良浜ビーチ
This private villa complex, consisting of standalone villas, opened in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, in December 2023. Each of the five villas has its own distinct atmosphere, with ceramic open-air baths fed directly by the natural hot springs of Nanki Shirahama. They are also equipped with pools and jet baths, offering a truly relaxing and extraordinary stay. The villas boast a prime location with panoramic views of Shirahama’s town, sea, sky, and greenery. High-quality home appliances and amenities from well-known brands further ensure comfort. Some villas are pet-friendly, providing the ideal setting for couples, families, or groups to create memorable moments together.
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THE ORIENT
Hyogo
Hyogo
THE ORIENT
"THE ORIENT" boasts a history of more than 150 years since its establishment in 1870 at No. 25, the former foreign settlement that still retains the atmosphere of when the port opened. The guest rooms are a space that condenses the charm of Kobe, where Western and Eastern cultures are fused, with harbor views overlooking the beautiful Kobe Port and city views overlooking the majestic Mt. Rokko. We offer a variety of luxurious "suites" and "deluxe rooms" as well as guest rooms where you can spend a relaxing time. The view from the lobby on 17F is also spectacular.
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ブランシェット南紀白浜
Wakayama
Wakayama
ブランシェット南紀白浜
Located approximately a 4-minute drive from JR Shirahama Station, "Blanchette Nanki Shirahama" is a villa-style resort hotel that focuses on the food of Nanki Shirahama. Relax in an extraordinary space lined with pure white rectangular roofs, and be amazed by the delicious food. The name "Blanchette" is a combination of "cachette," meaning hideaway in French, "blanc," representing the white of Shirahama, and "fourchette," referring to the fork, a symbol of fine cuisine. Enjoy a special holiday at this private resort that focuses on stylish space and food, and promotes itself as a "fish bellage" (wouberge) rather than an auberge.
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LAKE villa CHITOSE
Shiga
Shiga
LAKE villa CHITOSE
Located in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, this private villa is in a prime location, with Lake Biwa right in front. The spacious grounds include a private pool, sauna, two types of open-air baths, and a spacious 500m² garden also be used as a dog run. Up to 10 guests can stay at the same price, and the villa has three guest rooms with different atmospheres, making it a comfortable stay for families and friends of multiple generations. Pets are welcome to stay with no limit on the number of dogs allowed, and the inn is well-equipped with pet facilities including a foot washing area and cages, making it a popular dog-friendly inn.
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丸福樓
Kyoto
Kyoto
丸福樓
Located in Kagiyacho, Kyoto, this luxury hotel brings together three historic buildings that once served as Nintendo’s headquarters, founded in 1889, and a new wing designed and supervised by Tadao Ando. The property offers 18 uniquely designed rooms, including four suites, each showcasing a distinct character. Guest rooms in the original buildings preserve the architectural style and interior details from the company’s founding era, while those in the new wing feature a minimalist yet refined design that emphasizes comfort. The elegant harmony of traditional Japanese aesthetics and contemporary elements creates a timeless atmosphere, offering a fresh sense of discovery with every stay.
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HITOSE
Shiga
Shiga
HITOSE
Opened on July 1, 2025, "HITOSE" is a private villa located near Lake Biwa in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture. Designed for complete relaxation, it features a cylindrical barrel sauna infused with the fragrance of wood, a Shigaraki-yaki cold bath for cooling down, and a private pool illuminated to create a magical atmosphere. A stylish island kitchen is also available for guests to enjoy cooking. Surrounded by abundant nature, it offers the perfect setting to leave behind the bustle of daily life and share special moments with family and friends.
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クリスタルヴィラ白浜パークサイド
Wakayama
Wakayama
クリスタルヴィラ白浜パークサイド
In March 2025, a new villa will open at "Crystal Villa." Just a short walk from the popular theme park "Adventure World," guests can enjoy an uplifting day with the animals before returning to the villa for private relaxation. The exterior, inspired by the white sands of Shirahama, creates a bright and serene impression. Each villa features a distinct interior design, offering fresh inspiration with every visit. The freedom to choose according to personal taste and the delight of a different stay each time are among the villa’s greatest attractions.
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グランヴィリオホテル奈良-和蔵-
Nara
Nara
グランヴィリオホテル奈良-和蔵-
This charming hotel is modeled after the "Maple Forest" in Tenri City, Nara Prefecture. The guest rooms have a modern Japanese atmosphere, and the Western-style rooms in the main building are suitable for small groups. The guest rooms in the annex are furnished to match the image color of each of the six accommodation buildings and feature tatami mats where you take off your shoes, making them recommended for groups and families. Furthermore, the hotel is conveniently located in Nara City, where many Buddhist temples are registered as World Heritage Sites, making it an ideal base for sightseeing or business use.
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ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 京都梅小路
Kyoto
Kyoto
ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 京都梅小路
Located near Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station, one stop from JR Kyoto Station, "The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji" features design and interiors that reflect the area's character. Services suited to families with children are provided, including diapers, baby shampoo, baby soap, pajamas, and co-sleeping sets. The first-floor restaurant "Umegoromo" serves both breakfast and lunch. Nearby attractions include "Kyoto Aquarium" and "Kyoto Railway Museum," and the hotel staff also provides information about the surrounding area.
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吞海楼
Hyogo
Hyogo
吞海楼
A hot spring inn located on the scenic coast of the Seto Inland Sea, Ako Misaki. The spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea that can be seen from every corner of the hotel is one of the inn's prides. In the open-air bath, you can enjoy the hot water from Ako Onsen, which has been selected as one of the "100 Best Hot Springs," while watching the sea dyed by the setting sun. The meal is a kaiseki meal that incorporates local ingredients such as seafood from the Setouchi Inland Sea and designated vegetables. You can also enjoy Ako's famous sea bream grilled in a salt kettle, and in the winter, you can also enjoy Ako's richly flavored oysters. Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, enjoy the blessings of Setouchi and the seasonal flavors, and spend a relaxing moment gazing at the spectacular view of the calm sea.