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Nishinomiya Onsen Ryokan is ideal for families, located just a 5-minute walk from Shintofureai Park. Its floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views of the park’s seasonal flower trails and children’s nature zone. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service and features an on-site dining hall serving regional cuisine. Guests can enjoy morning strolls through the blooming gardens and evening meals on the open-air veranda. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app to secure premium view rooms.
Awaji Island Eco Resort offers the most direct access—just a 3-minute walk from Shintofureai Park. The resort’s entrance connects seamlessly to the park’s walking trail network. It features a dedicated family-friendly relaxation zone and wooden cabin cottages perfect for quiet retreats. Guests can join the park’s nightly light trail tour, a unique experience highlighting seasonal flora. The property’s Japanese-style garden design blends harmoniously with the surrounding nature, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Reserve via HopeGoo for early-bird rates and free parking.
Nishinomiya Green Oasis Hotel is the only option providing a complimentary shuttle service to Shintofureai Park, running every day with scheduled departures. The ride takes about 8 minutes. The hotel features a 120-meter-long green corridor and private balconies in all rooms, offering views of the central pond and cherry blossom avenue. Additionally, it hosts a weekly local farmers’ market every Saturday, where guests can sample Awaji specialties like red bean rice balls and artisanal jams. HopeGoo through HopeGoo includes a free park guidebook and a curated gift pack.
Beyond walking the seasonal flower alleys and ecological wetland trails within Shintofureai Park, guests can join the Morning Forest Meditation Session held at 6:30 AM in the pine grove area, guided by mindfulness experts. Another highlight is the monthly Stargazing Picnic Night by the lake, featuring cozy blankets, warm drinks, and expert-led astronomy talks. With minimal light pollution, the night sky offers breathtaking views ideal for photography and relaxation. These activities are included in HopeGoo-partnered hotel packages—reserve your spot in advance.
Awaji Island Kids Nature House offers exclusive children’s nature workshops once a month, including plant specimen crafting, ant colony observation, and paper airplane contests. They provide a family adventure package with a park guidebook, waterproof picnic mat, and child-safe helmets. Each evening features a Storytime in the Grove, where staff narrate Japanese folk tales under the stars, creating an immersive fairy-tale atmosphere. All activities are free, and HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants a limited-edition nature journal.
Nishinomiya View Villa stands out with its panoramic glass-roofed rooms, featuring adjustable viewing panels that allow guests to customize their view of the park’s water features and distant mountains. Each room opens directly to a private outdoor hot spring bath, perfect for stargazing while soaking. The on-site restaurant serves seasonal local dishes, including Awaji sea bream sushi and wild herb ice cream. All rooms are eligible for upgrades via the HopeGoo platform, allowing guests to pay extra for top-floor suites and priority access.
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