Beppu SUGINOI HOTEL

Everything about the stay was comfortable. Once you’re inside the resort, you dont have to worry about anything: Food is taken care of. Onsen is taken care of (yukata/ all bath products and towels provided at the onsen/ literally just need to bring undergarments and some cash because you want to quench ur thirst after onsen). I didnt want to leave the hotel and just onsen 2x a day 😂 The highlight is Tanayu, the main onsen with AMAZING ocean views and just fresh air while bathing outdoors! (I did stay in Sorakan/ had access to Sorayu - good quieter alternative/ great outdoor tub with surround ocean views/ but Tanayu just has a place in my heart) Few times I did want to leave the hotel - i just went down to lobby and asked them to call a taxi - yes, there is a free shuttle to/from Beppu station but sometimes you’re in a hurry or just lazy. (Keep in mind, transportation/ taxi costs ARE very expensive in Japan.) Was under 2000 yen to closeby places like don quixote (on the way back, short 10 min walk to beppu station & took shuttle back).

It was an absolutely beautiful facility with a view overlooking the entire city. The breakfast buffet was amazing and had so many options, including acai smoothies, vegetable juice, and eggs benedict. The onsen was the best we've ever been to- clean, huge, indoor and outdoor pools, terraced so that you can see the whole city at night

Excellent amenities and facilities to keep everyone entertained. There is a bowling alley, billiard, table tennis, dart board, outdoor playground, swimming pool etc to keep you engaged. The Tanayu onsen is a large outdoor terraced onsen which commands a lovely view. Another Sorayu also provides great onsen. Dinner was excellent with 2 big venues of choice. The Terrace dining is at Sora Kan building which overlooks the bay. Ceada dining is in the connecting building,3 min walk, is huge with great food too. Staying at Sora Kan gives a lovely view of the sea from the lobby. And toiletries provided by the hotel are of good quality. Easily reached by free shuttle bus from Beppu station. Worth a visit and stay.

-Sora-Kan building felt newly built, gorgeous, and rooms were huge (by Japan standards!). -Views from both onsens were incredible (Tanayu in the main building, and the one in Sora-Kan which is only available for guests staying in that wing) -Tons of activities and super family friendly. Had an astronomer with a telescope both nights I was there. Also has arcade, bowling/games, and a pool with light show every night.

It is a big hotel with several blocks of residence, various facilities such as bowling, table tennis, onsen, etc. The food hall is a big one and provides a great variety of foods. The room is also large and makes us feel very comfortable.