Featured Hotels Near Hotarunosato Park

Stay at Tsuyama Machiya Ryokan with Onsen—a beautifully restored traditional Japanese townhouse offering serene views of Hotarunosato Park. Each room features a private outdoor bath overlooking the park’s seasonal gardens and the famed firefly-lit river path. Just a 7-minute walk to the park entrance, the property also provides complimentary bicycles for exploring nearby bamboo trails and historic tea houses. Book your stay through the HopeGoo app for exclusive garden-view room deals.

Hotaruno Forest Inn is just 200 meters from Hotarunosato Park, a mere 3-minute walk away. The inn’s minimalist wooden architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding forest, and its "Firefly View Rooms" offer unobstructed sightlines to the park’s glowing riverbank during summer evenings. Each room includes free Wi-Fi, tatami flooring, and a complimentary reservation service for guided morning nature walks through the bamboo groves. Secure your stay via the HopeGoo platform for early-bird discounts on premium rooms.

Yes—stay at Hoshino Mori Villa, a limited-availability retreat nestled right beside Hotarunosato Park. Its signature rooftop terrace suite accommodates up to 8 guests and offers panoramic views of the annual firefly display along the riverbank. From late June to early July, thousands of fireflies illuminate the night sky, visible directly from the bedroom window. The hotel offers an exclusive package including a nighttime eco-guided tour and a traditional wagashi dessert dinner. Reserve your spot via the HopeGoo app to secure access during peak season.

Beyond strolling through the bamboo trails of Hotarunosato Park, book the "Morning Tea & Grass Weaving Workshop" hosted at a century-old farmhouse adjacent to the park. Enjoy locally grown Tsuyama matcha paired with handmade rice cakes while learning traditional weaving techniques passed down through generations. Additionally, join the daily 10 a.m. Hoshigawa River Adventure, led by certified naturalists who guide you through ancient forests in search of rare ferns and hidden waterfalls. All experiences are available for HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app to guarantee participation.

Yes—Tsuyama Forest Stay operates a free electric shuttle service between its lobby and the main entrance of Hotarunosato Park, running daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The 5-minute ride is wheelchair-accessible and ideal for families or elderly guests. The hotel also features a shared luggage storage locker and a self-service rental station offering free park maps and foldable umbrellas. Reserve this service when HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app for seamless access.

Absolutely—the Light & Forest Suite offers floor-to-ceiling glass walls framing the ever-changing scenery of Hotarunosato Park, especially stunning during cherry blossom season when pink petals drift past the windows like living art. Inside, the room features a built-in star projector that simulates a night sky, perfect for dreamy photoshoots. Guests receive complimentary instant photo prints to preserve their memories. Book through the HopeGoo app for a chance at a free room upgrade to this iconic suite.