Curated romantic hotels in Japan

Offering an outdoor pool and hot spring baths, jyozankei Shikanoyu is nestled among the rich nature in Jozankei. Featuring a historic charm, the hotel comes with free WiFi access at the lobby and an on-site restaurant serving various meals.

All rooms come with a seating area, a TV and air conditioning. The private bathroom has a bathtub and free toiletries.

The Shikanoyu Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage/ski storage and a gift shop. The public bathing area features an open-air hot spring bath, a steam sauna and hot tubs. Guests can also enjoy massages or table tennis on site.

The hotel is a 50-minute drive from downtown Sapporo, and free pick-up shuttles are available from NHK Sapporo Branch building. Shin Chitose Airport is a 90-minute drive away.

Guests can enjoy seasonal Japanese dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from Hokkaido, which is served either at the restaurant, in a private dining room or in the guest room depending on the rate type and availability. The breakfast buffet includes Japanese and Western dishes.

Kyukamura Taishakukyo offers accommodation in Shōbara. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as a sauna. The hotel features both free WiFi and free private parking.

At the hotel, rooms have a desk. The rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a TV.

A buffet breakfast is available at Kyukamura Taishakukyo.

The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel.

Hiroshima Airport is 80 km from the property.

KAMENOI HOTEL Kochi offers a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 26 km of Daizen-ji Temple and 27 km of Nishihama Park. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan has family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

A fridge and kettle are also offered. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV.

Guests at the ryokan can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area.

Hossho-ji Temple is 27 km from KAMENOI HOTEL Kochi, while Hijiri Shrine is 35 km from the property. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 27 km away.

Situated in Hatsukaichi, 28 km from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, LiVEMAX RESORT Miyahama Ocean View features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The rooms come with a balcony with sea views and free WiFi.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Selected rooms also feature a kitchenette with a microwave. All rooms have a wardrobe.

Guests at LiVEMAX RESORT Miyahama Ocean View can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a hot spring bath and spa centre.

Speaking English, Japanese, Korean and Chinese at the reception, staff are always at hand to help.

Atomic Bomb Dome is 29 km from LiVEMAX RESORT Miyahama Ocean View, while Hiroshima City Minami Ward Community Cultural Center is 29 km from the property. Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport is 16 km away.

Situated in Sapporo, 1.9 km from Sapporo Station, Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park features a restaurant and views of the city. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.1 km from Sapporo Clock Tower, 1.7 km from Susukino Station and 2 km from Hokkaido University. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms have a wardrobe.

Guests at Grand Mercure Sapporo Odori Park can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Former Hokkaidō Government Office, Odori Park and Odori Station. Okadama Airport is 9 km from the property.

Offering free WiFi, Hotel Grand Ciel Hanamaki is set in Hanamaki, 40 km from Morioka Station and 6.7 km from Miyazawa Kenji Memorial Museum. The property is around 7.5 km from Shin-Hanamaki Station, 14 km from Kitakami Station and 28 km from Fujiwara Heritage Park. There is a restaurant serving Japanese cuisine, and free private parking is available.

A buffet breakfast is available at the hotel.

Hotel Grand Ciel Hanamaki offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna.

Mizusawa Station is 35 km from the accommodation, while Mizusawa-Esashi Station is 38 km from the property. Iwate Hanamaki Airport is 4 km away.

Located within 8.7 km of Iwate Prefectural Fishery Science Museum and 42 km of Ryusendo Cave, Kyukamura Rikuchu-Miyako provides rooms in Miyako. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space and free WiFi. There is a restaurant serving Chinese cuisine, and free private parking is available.

Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV.

Iwate Hanamaki Airport is 118 km away.

Located in Matsuyama, Okudogo Ichiyunomori is on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Dogo Park and Shiki Memorial Museum. This family-friendly hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Matsuyama Castle Ropeway and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Matsuyama Castle.

Set in Kunisaki, 45 km from Beppu Station, ホテルベイグランド国東 offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a spa and wellness centre. The property is around 7 km from Oita Airport Observation Deck, 10 km from Tomiku Shrine and 13 km from Gyonyu Dam. The hotel has a sauna, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hotel, all rooms include air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Guests at ホテルベイグランド国東 can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Usuishi Hana Lighthouse is 16 km from the accommodation, while Futago-ji Temple is 18 km from the property. Oita Airport is 6 km away.

When you stay at STADIUM CITY HOTEL NAGASAKI in Nagasaki, you'll be connected to a shopping centre, within a 10-minute walk of Ikime Hachimangu Shrine and Peace Stadium Connected by SoftBank. This spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Fuchi-jinja and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Inasa International Cemetery.

Located in Goto, GOTO RETREAT by Onko Chishin is by the ocean – a 1-minute drive from Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region and 6 minutes from Onidake Shrine. This luxury hotel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Higashi Park and 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Goto Kanko History Museum.

When you stay at Oriental Hills Okinawa in Onna, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Cape Manza and Kariyushi Beach. This luxury hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Manza Beach and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Blue Cave.

Located in Yakushima, sankara hotel & spa Yakushima is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Yakushima Botanical Research Park and Toroki Falls. This luxury hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Mt. Mocchomudake and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Senhiro Fall.

With a stay at The Hiramatsu Hotels & Resorts Ginoza in Ginoza, you'll be 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Kanna Beach and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Kise Country Club. This spa hotel is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Busena Marine Park and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Nago Pineapple Park.

When you stay at Halekulani Okinawa in Onna, you'll be by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Kariyushi Beach and Cape Manza. This beach hotel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Manza Beach and 21.5 mi (34.5 km) from Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium.

With a stay at Okinawa Prince Hotel Ocean View Ginowan in Ginowan (Mashiki), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Okinawa Convention Center and 7 minutes from American Village. This family-friendly hotel is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Kadena Air Base.

With a stay at Hyakunagaran in Nanjo, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Okinawa World and Miibaru Beach. This beach hotel is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and 11.8 mi (19 km) from DFS Galleria Okinawa.

When you stay at Akan Tsuruga Bessou HINANOZA in Kushiro, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Akan and Akankohan Eco Museum Center. This boutique resort is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Ainu Kotan and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Akanko Ainu Theater Ikoro.

Located in Motobu (Bise), The Orion Hotel Motobu Resort & Spa is within a 10-minute walk of Ocean Expo Memorial Park and Emerald Beach. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Okinawa Hanasaki Marche.

Located in Nago, The Busena Terrace is a 1-minute drive from Busena Marine Park and 9 minutes from Mission Beach. This beach resort is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Nago City Hall and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Manza Beach.