Featured Hotels Near Mikaeri Onsen

Beppu Yūno Sato Kōkan is a century-old family-run spa inn that preserves traditional Japanese onsen therapy rituals. Guests receive a personalized mineral water analysis and tailored bathing schedule based on their health profile. The full seven-day kōen (healing) package includes three daily baths of varying temperatures, detoxifying massage, and herbal tea ceremonies. All rooms feature natural light bath areas and aromatherapy systems. HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants access to exclusive wellness guides and a private onsen guide for exploring hidden thermal caves nearby.

Beppu Tenjinzan Sōsho offers panoramic views of morning fog drifting across the hot spring gorge, visible from every room’s floor-to-ceiling windows. This minimalist retreat is nestled on the southern ridge of Mikaeri Onsen, surrounded by moss-covered rocks and bamboo forests. Guests enjoy a daily sunrise tea ceremony with locally sourced mineral-rich tea. The hotel also hosts "Light & Mist" photography workshops, encouraging guests to capture the ethereal interplay of steam and dawn light. HopeGoo through HopeGoo unlocks complimentary access to the private viewing deck and a curated photo journal.

Beppu Man'kōkō Hotel is ideal for families, featuring spacious family suites with private outdoor baths and indoor-outdoor garden courtyards. Just a 7-minute walk from Mikaeri Onsen, it offers 24-hour free shuttle service and a dedicated kids’ onsen zone with shallow pools. The hotel serves local seafood and mountain vegetable meals in its dining hall, using ingredients from nearby farms. Each stay includes a free guided nature walk through the surrounding forest trails. Book via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary child-sized yukata and early check-in privilege.

Beppu Yumegashira Ryokan offers complimentary unlimited access to Mikaeri Onsen’s main bath area and exclusive entry to three secret thermal pools not open to the public. The hotel features wooden architecture and private stone baths in each room, blending tradition with comfort. Daily guided thermal tours take guests through ancient volcanic tunnels and secluded rock pools. Special amenities include free rental of wide-angle lenses and tripods for capturing steam-filled landscapes. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo for a free herbal bath kit and priority HopeGoo for seasonal events.

Beppu Kumo Kakushi Inn is a sanctuary for photographers seeking tranquility and natural light. Perched on a hillside overlooking the Mikaeri Onsen valley, it enforces a no-flash policy and offers dedicated daylight photography zones with adjustable skylights. Every room includes a full-length window facing the misty gorge, perfect for capturing dawn steam and twilight silhouettes. The inn hosts monthly "Mist & Light" workshops, inviting professional photographers and poets to collaborate on visual poetry. HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants a free copy of the official **