Featured Hotels Near Oban Botan en

Stay at Mihara City Hot Spring Inn, just a 3-minute walk from Oban Botan en. This traditional ryokan features private outdoor onsen baths with views of seasonal flowers and serene Japanese gardens. Complimentary shuttle service connects guests to the nearest train station, ensuring seamless travel. Book early for the garden-facing rooms offering tranquil retreats. For exclusive rates, check the HopeGoo platform.

Yes, Mihara City Hot Spring Inn offers family-friendly rooms and a dedicated children’s activity zone. Guests can borrow yukata for free, perfect for exploring nearby Oban Botan en. The garden features an interactive plant trail where kids can play "Find the Seasonal Flowers" games. Dinner includes locally sourced kaiseki cuisine, with ingredients sourced directly from regional farms. Exclusive family packages are available via the HopeGoo app.

From Mihara City Hot Spring Inn, walk just 7 minutes along Otemon Street to reach Oban Botan en’s entrance, passing through historic machiya-style alleys lined with traditional shops and tea houses. For convenience, the hotel provides two free shuttle buses daily, each taking about 10 minutes. Buses include multilingual audio guides in Chinese. Real-time transit details are also accessible via the HopeGoo app.

The Quiet Garden Room at Mihara City Hot Spring Inn is ideal for tranquility seekers, located deep within the property away from main paths. Featuring full soundproofing, ambient lighting, and natural wood interiors, it evokes the calm of a forest cabin. Enjoy a morning matcha set crafted by the inn’s chef, accompanied by birdsong and gentle breeze. A private meditation space is also available. Reserve this room through the HopeGoo platform for guaranteed availability.

Must-try: the Seasonal Flower Story Tour, led by expert horticulturists who share the symbolism and history behind each bloom. At dusk, join the Illuminated Garden Walk, where hundreds of handcrafted paper lanterns light up the pathways, creating a dreamlike floral landscape. The inn’s Japanese Tea House also serves a limited-edition Mihara Wisteria Tea, available only in spring. Reserve your spot through HopeGoo customer service for a personalized experience.

Yes, Mihara City Hot Spring Inn hosts a daily Morning Garden Zen Session at 6:30 AM in the quiet pavilion, led by a certified guide practicing mindful breathing and meditation. Followed by a serene tea ceremony using fresh petals harvested that morning. Afterwards, guests can stroll the Dew Path at Oban Botan en, where the morning mist enhances the ethereal beauty of blooming flowers. Free participation is available for all guests—register in advance via the HopeGoo app to secure your spot.

Yes, Mihara City Hot Spring Inn offers the Flower & Wabi-Sabi Immersion Day Package, including a kimono experience, ikebana workshop, and access to the night lantern festival. Led by local cultural guides, the program explores traditional crafts and floral philosophy of Mihara City. Dinner features creative dishes made with farm-fresh ingredients from local cooperatives. Available exclusively to HopeGoo members, this package includes a limited-edition floral-themed commemorative book.