Awaji Island: 12 Excellent Hotels Popular with Families and Couples

Resort Hotels and Inns on Awaji Island

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Awaji, a scenic island in the Seto Inland Sea, is an attractive sightseeing spot where visitors can enjoy fine food, camping, swimming, and hot springs. It takes about an hour by car from Osaka and is also accessible from Kyoto, making the island popular with visitors from abroad.

In this article, we introduce 12 excellent hotels on Awaji Island that are ideal for family trips and visits as a couple.

Hotels on Awaji Island

High-class Hotels with a Pool
1. Wellis Villa Awaji
2. Awajishima Dog Stay Yagi

Inns with a Barbecue Facility
3. Awaji Seaview Resort in Nojima
4. Rush Awaji-so
5. Nousagi
6. Awaji Seaside Log House
7. Sunset Villa Awaji

Elegant Hotels with Excellent Location
8. Kamenoi Hotel Awajishima
9. The Gran Resort Elegante Awajishima
10. 8 Point Resort Awajishima
11. Athena Kaigetsu
12. TOTO Seawind Awaji

High-class Hotels with a Pool

While there are beaches on Awaji-shima, some people may be looking for a resort atmosphere at a hotel furnished with a pool. The following are two facilities for those kinds of travelers.

1. Wellis Villa Awaji

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Wellis Villa Awaji was renovated from an old residence that has more than 130 years of history. It is now an inn, limited to one group of guests per day.

Located in Kariya, Awaji City, in the northern part of the island, the site is about 400 tsubo (approximately 1,320 square meters). Modern art decorates the inn, which is also furnished with a kitchen and a grill in the garden.

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There is also an outdoor pool that exudes a gorgeous aura. Sightseeing spots such as Honpukuji, a temple built in the late Heian Period, Awaji World Park Onokoro, and Awaji Yumebutai are all within a driving distance of 10 to 20 minutes.

Free Parking: Available
Child Policy: Pre-schoolers can share a bed with parents for free.

2. Awaji-shima Dog Stay Yagi

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Awaji-shima Dog Stay Yagi is another inn renovated from an old residence built 100 years ago, accommodating one group of guests per day. Located in Yagi-Kokubu, Minami-Awaji City, the site is about 300 tsubo (approximately 990 square meters).

The inn is furnished with a dog park, barbecue room, pool for both humans and pets, and a large bath. This is the perfect place to enjoy the resort atmosphere with pets.

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There is no limit to the number or type of pets. Awaji-shima Bokujo and Awaji Farm Park England Hill are located nearby, making it perfect for those who are traveling with children.

Free Parking: Available
Child Policy: Infants 5 years old or younger can share a bed with parents for free.

Inns with a Barbecue Facility

Those who wish to enjoy an outdoor barbecue should look for hotels equipped with the right facilities. The following is a list of five hotels suitable for both family groups and couples.

3. Awaji Seaview Resort in Nojima

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Awaji Seaview Resort in Nojima, located at Nojima-Kifune, Awaji City, is a resort facility that is 9 minutes away by car from Awaji Interchange. It is furnished with a spacious barbecue garden that offers a view of the ocean.

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Guests can stay in a modern wooden cabin. Sightseeing spots such as Awaji Country Garden, Awaji Hanasajiki, and Nijigen no Mori are located nearby, making the inn popular with family groups.

Free Private Parking: Available
Child Policy: While children are allowed, there is no complimentary stay.

4. Rush Awaji-so

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Rush Awaji-so, located in Ura, Awaji City, is a vacation rental with a capacity of six people. It is a 3-minute drive to Awaji Yumebutai and a 14-minute walk to Ura Kenmin Sun Beach.

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There is an electric grill on the terrace, which allows for barbecuing without charcoal or an igniter. With sightseeing spots such as Nakahama Minoru's Cat Art Museum and Hello Kitty Show Box located nearby, this facility is suitable for family groups with children.

Free Private Parking: Available
Child Policy: Infants 3 years old or younger can stay for free.

5. Nousagi

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Nousagi, located atop a hill in Kamaguchi, Awaji City, is a vacation rental with a great view of Osaka Bay. There is a rental service for all the items needed for barbecuing or baking pizza, so guests will only need to bring food and seasonings.

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The facility was built in 2023 and features an adorable interior adorned with various items, including a rabbit signboard. It is furnished with a karaoke and audio-visual system, making the inn popular with family groups.

It is a 10 to 15-minute drive to Ura Kenmin Sun Beach, so guests can also have fun by the sea.

Free Private Parking: Available
Child Policy: While children are allowed, there is no complimentary stay.

6. Awaji Seaside Log House

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Awaji Seaside Log House, located in Iwaya, Awaji City, is a seaside wooden vacation rental. It is a 3-minute drive to Iwaya Beach and a 5-minute drive to Iwaya Fishing Port. The inn is perfect for those who want to go swimming or fishing.

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The entire cabin can be chartered, allowing family groups to enjoy a barbecue in the garden. The inn is located close to Awaji Yumebutai and Hanasajiki, making it also suitable for couples.

Free Private Parking: Available
Child Policy: Infants 2 years old or younger can share a bed with their parents for free.

7. Sunset Villa Awaji

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Sunset Villa Awaji is a vacation rental that accommodates one group of guests per day. It is located in Asano Minami, Awaji City, a popular district in the western part of the island.

The inn has an outdoor dining area where guests can enjoy a barbecue while taking in the gorgeous sunset and the ocean.

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A grocery store, convenience store, and DIY store are all located near the inn, so guests can buy everything they need for a barbecue. It is a 5-minute drive to Hokudan Kenmin Sun Beach and a 10-minute drive to A Happy Pancake Awajishima Resort.

Free Private Parking: Available
Child Policy: While children are allowed, there is no complimentary stay.

Elegant Hotels with Excellent Location

Awaji-shima is blessed with many spots to enjoy the view, and some hotels use their prime location as a selling point. The following are five hotels that are ideal for couples.

8. Kamenoi Hotel Awajishima

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Kamenoi Hotel Awajishima, located in Toshima, Awaji City, boasts a superb location. The Harima Sea can be viewed from all the guest rooms and the large bathing area. There is a free shuttle service to the hotel from the Hokudan IC bus stop.

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Guests who choose a dinner-included accommodation package can enjoy seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and local seasonal products prepared by a chef certified as an artisan by Hyogo Prefecture.

The hotel is conveniently located close to major sightseeing spots, such as the Nojima Fault Preservation Museum (5-minute drive), Awaji Hanasajiki (15-minute drive), and Nijigen no Mori (20-minute drive).

Free Parking: Available
Child Policy: Infants zero years old can stay for free.

9. The Gran Resort Elegante Awajishima

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The Gran Resort Elegante Awajishima, located in Oiso, Awaji City, is a members-only resort hotel. It faces Osaka Bay, and guests can view the ocean from the guest rooms, large bathing area, and restaurant.

The hotel features dinners made from carefully selected local products, and the Kiwami Gozen accommodation package offers seasonal seafood such as abalone and Awaji beef.

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It is a 3-minute drive to Nakahama Minoru's Cat Art Museum and an 8-minute drive to Nijigen no Mori, making the hotel ideal for those who want to enjoy both sightseeing and the resort atmosphere.

Free Parking: Available
Child Policy: While children are allowed, there is no complimentary stay.

10. 8 Point Resort Awajishima

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8 Point Resort Awajishima, located in Murotsu, Awaji City, is a seaside glamping facility that reopened in April 2024 after renovation. It is a 10-minute drive to the Nojima Fault Preservation Museum and Izanagi Jingu.

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The domed tent is furnished with air conditioning and a bathroom, allowing guests to spend their time leisurely in a private setting. They can also enjoy the gorgeous sunset, build a bonfire, or play molkky and beanbag toss.

There are two choices for dinner: barbecue or sukiyaki, both made with Awaji beef and local vegetables.

Free Parking: Available
Child Policy: Infants 5 years old or younger can share a bed with their parents for free.

11. Athena Kaigetsu

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Athena Kaigetsu, located in Ohtani, Awaji City, is a budget hotel that caters to businesspeople, tourists, and sports teams hosting training camps. It is a short drive from the urban areas and a 10-minute drive from Tsuna Ichinomiya Interchange.

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There is a budget-friendly accommodation package for couples that includes a semi-double bed in a single room. Guests can check in from 15:00 to 24:00, and they can come and go as they please.

Free Parking: Available
Child Policy: Children are not allowed at this hotel.

12. TOTO Seawind Awaji

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TOTO Seawind Awaji, located in Sato, Awaji City, is a resort hotel with the aura of a hideaway, designed by the world-famous architect Tadao Ando. TOTO products are used in all the sanitary areas of the guest rooms, resulting in a high level of design and functionality.

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With comfortable rooms, a pool with a view of the ocean, and meals made from the blessings of the sea and the mountains of the island, this is a hotel to enjoy the resort atmosphere. It is a 10-minute drive to Awaji World Park Onokoro, and Ohama Beach is located nearby, making it easy to plan an itinerary during the stay.

Free Parking: Available
Child Policy: Infants 2 years old or younger can stay for free.

Enjoy Exploring Awaji Island

Among the many lodging facilities in Awaji-shima, a sightseeing destination blessed with nature, some hotels are equipped with a pool or a barbecue site, and there are also elegant inns suitable for couples.

Each hotel has its own appeal, such as a view of the ocean or special services for children, so look for a hotel that fits your needs.