Top 50 Scenic Hotels in Japan

Discover the best scenic hotels in Japan! Stay amidst breathtaking views and natural beauty.

Rank 1
The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

9.5 / 10Amazing56 Reviews
Nikko
  • Spacious 57 sqm balcony with garden view
  • Poetic lake views from 57sqm balconies
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Rank 2
The Hiramatsu Hotels & Resorts Atami

The Hiramatsu Hotels & Resorts Atami

9.4 / 10Amazing34 Reviews
Atami
  • Breathtaking views from oceanview room of Sagami Bay
  • Enjoy a 180-degree panoramic ocean view of Sagami Bay
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Rank 3
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

9.6 / 10Amazing60 Reviews
Kyoto|Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya
  • Sweeping Kamogawa River views from luxurious rooms
  • Elegant and tranquil refined garden view
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Atami Sekaie

Atami Sekaie

9.4 / 10Amazing10 Reviews
Atami
  • Balcony with stunning Pacific Ocean view
  • Luxurious oceanview room with private onsen
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The Kukuna

The Kukuna

8.9 / 10Very Good34 Reviews
Fujikawaguchiko
  • Rustic view with Lake Kawaguchi charm
  • Private open-air hot spring with lake view
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XYZ Speciale

XYZ Speciale

9.6 / 10Amazing17 Reviews
Shirahama
  • Exclusive private beach retreat 9.2 mi away
  • Perfect ocean view from balcony rooms
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Hoshino Resorts Kai Beppu

Hoshino Resorts Kai Beppu

9.1 / 10Great148 Reviews
Beppu
  • Panoramic ocean views with expansive windows
  • Panoramic ocean view with stunning sunrise
Unobstructed ocean views (55 mentions)Saved by 5058 users
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Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

9.3 / 10Great98 Reviews
Kyoto|Arashiyama/Sagano/Takao
  • Tranquil and beautiful Hozu River and hills
  • Picturesque garden view by the riverside
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The Tokyo Edition, Toranomon

The Tokyo Edition, Toranomon

9 / 10Great245 Reviews
Tokyo|Central Tokyo
  • Enjoy Tokyo Tower lights from private terrace
  • Sky-high lobby bar with Tokyo views
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Hyakunagaran

Hyakunagaran

9.5 / 10Amazing45 Reviews
Nanjo
Saved by 1779 usersOceanview room
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Sui Suwako

Sui Suwako

9.6 / 10Amazing20 Reviews
Suwa
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Pearl Star Hotel Atami

Pearl Star Hotel Atami

9.6 / 10Amazing327 Reviews
Atami
  • Private balcony with stunning ocean sunrise
  • Private sunrise view from oceanfront balcony
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Ryuguden

Ryuguden

9.2 / 10Great109 Reviews
Hakone|Lake Ashi
  • 24 rooms, featuring stunning panoramic Lake Ashi views
  • Enjoy panoramic Fuji view from rooms
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Halekulani Okinawa

Halekulani Okinawa

9.4 / 10Amazing282 Reviews
Onna
  • Elegant 50sqm rooms with stunning ocean views
  • Just steps away from Kariyushi Beach's alluring emerald waters
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Hamanoyu

Hamanoyu

9.5 / 10Amazing72 Reviews
Higashiizu
  • Sunset and ocean views from room
  • Unforgettable sea view rooms with stunning sunsets
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HOSHINOYA Fuji

HOSHINOYA Fuji

8.9 / 10Very Good107 Reviews
Fujikawaguchiko
  • Breathtaking lake Kawaguchi view with Mt Fuji
  • Majestic Mount Fuji view from private terrace
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Lakeside Villa Suimeikaku

Lakeside Villa Suimeikaku

9.4 / 10Amazing11 Reviews
Chitose
  • Romantic sunsets overlooking tranquil Lake Shikotsu
  • Private onsen with stunning lake views
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Iraph Sui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miyako Okinawa

Iraph Sui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miyako Okinawa

8.8 / 10Very Good42 Reviews
Miyakojima
  • Private balconies with stunning ocean views
  • Seasonal outdoor pool with relaxing towel service
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One Suite the Grand

One Suite the Grand

9.5 / 10Amazing25 Reviews
Nakijin|Kouri Island
  • 17-meter infinity pool with ocean views
  • Stunning ocean view with infinity pool
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Hoshino Resorts Kai Anjin

Hoshino Resorts Kai Anjin

8.6 / 10Very Good97 Reviews
Ito
  • Oceanview rooms with stunning nautical artistry
  • Panoramic ocean views from every room
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Conrad Tokyo

Conrad Tokyo

9.6 / 10Amazing200 Reviews
Tokyo|Shiodome
  • Unobstructed Tokyo Bay view from 28th floor
  • Unobstructed Tokyo Bay view above 28th floor
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Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

9.6 / 10Amazing136 Reviews
Kutchan
  • Stunning view of Mount Yotei and beyond
  • Ski freely in Hokkaido's powder snow
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Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

9.6 / 10Amazing70 Reviews
Hakodate
  • Spectacular oceanview room with Tsugaru Strait views
  • Unobstructed view of stunning Tsugaru Strait
Saved by 8377 usersOceanview room
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JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo

JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo

9.1 / 10Great7 Reviews
Tokyo|Shinagawa
Scenic heated pool
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Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima

Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima

9.6 / 10Amazing104 Reviews
Nachikatsuura
Sunset views (31 mentions)Saved by 4132 users
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Shizentenyu

Shizentenyu

9.6 / 10Amazing19 Reviews
Nishiizu
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Fuji Lake Hotel

Fuji Lake Hotel

9.4 / 10Amazing739 Reviews
Fujikawaguchiko
  • Scenic lake view with Mount Fuji backdrop
  • Stunning Fuji mountain views from every room
Mountain and lake views (304 mentions)Saved by 19570 users
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Fuji Kawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Konansou

Fuji Kawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Konansou

9.2 / 10Great243 Reviews
Fujikawaguchiko
  • Spectacular lake view just one minute away
  • Soaking in serenity with Fujisan views
Mountain views (69 mentions)Saved by 23182 users
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Amane Resort Gahama

Amane Resort Gahama

9.5 / 10Amazing60 Reviews
Beppu
  • Enjoy sunrise and sunset at Beppu Bay
  • Oceanview room with private hot spring
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Hakone Gora Byakudan

Hakone Gora Byakudan

9.5 / 10Amazing151 Reviews
Hakone|Kowakidani/Miyanoshita
  • Majestic Hakone mountain views from private onsen
  • Large garden view with mountain scenery
Saved by 11268 usersMountain view
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Hotel Ofutei

Hotel Ofutei

9.2 / 10Great51 Reviews
Fukuyama
  • Every room offers stunning ocean views
  • Luxurious outdoor pool for ultimate relaxation
Ocean view
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Kaike Yugetsu

Kaike Yugetsu

9.3 / 10Great48 Reviews
Yonago
Sunset views (27 mentions)Saved by 1147 users
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Bousui

Bousui

8.9 / 10Very Good67 Reviews
Higashiizu
  • Modern ocean view rooms with expansive open spaces
  • Breathtaking ocean views from every room
Sunset views (20 mentions)Saved by 16351 users
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Ana InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa

Ana InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa

9.6 / 10Amazing194 Reviews
Beppu|Kannawa Onsen
Mountain views (39 mentions)Saved by 6593 users
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Kaneyamaen

Kaneyamaen

9.5 / 10Amazing280 Reviews
Fujiyoshida
  • Spectacular Fuji mountain view with onsen
  • Evening drum performance with cultural immersion
Sunset views (29 mentions)Saved by 14993 users
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Ginpaso

Ginpaso

9 / 10Great57 Reviews
Ako
Sunset views (16 mentions)Oceanview room
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Shuhokaku Kogetsu

Shuhokaku Kogetsu

9.7 / 10Amazing455 Reviews
Fujikawaguchiko
  • Breathtaking Fuji mountain view all year round
  • Panoramic lake view with Mount Fuji backdrop
Mountain views (142 mentions)Saved by 21259 users
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Ubuya

Ubuya

8.5 / 10Very Good115 Reviews
Fujikawaguchiko
  • Panoramic view of Mount Fuji nearby
  • Spectacular lake Kawaguchi and Mount Fuji views
Mountain views (23 mentions)Saved by 33038 users
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Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima

Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima

9.7 / 10Amazing53 Reviews
Yakushima
  • Scenic summer outdoor pool with poolside bar
  • Quench your thirst at poolside bar
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KUMONOUE FUJI HOTEL

KUMONOUE FUJI HOTEL

9.2 / 10Great116 Reviews
Fujikawaguchiko
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Kinsuikan

Kinsuikan

9.1 / 10Great56 Reviews
Hatsukaichi|Itsukushima Island
Oceanview room
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Lake Saroma Tsuruga Resort

Lake Saroma Tsuruga Resort

8.5 / 10Very Good33 Reviews
Kitami
Sunset views (12 mentions)
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WE Hotel Toya

WE Hotel Toya

8.6 / 10Very Good118 Reviews
Toyako
Saved by 8629 usersSunrise and sunset views
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The Rescape

The Rescape

9.3 / 10Great26 Reviews
Miyakojima
  • Private beach one minute walk away
  • One minute walk to serene ocean views
Saved by 1254 usersBeach
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Sado Resort Hotel Azuma

Sado Resort Hotel Azuma

9 / 10Great35 Reviews
Sado
Oceanview room
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Kaike Shogetsu

Kaike Shogetsu

9.5 / 10Amazing40 Reviews
Yonago
Sunset views (13 mentions)Beach
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Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection

Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection

9.4 / 10Amazing166 Reviews
Tokyo|Tokyo Tower Area
Night scenery (17 mentions)Saved by 9175 users
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Myoken Ishiharaso

Myoken Ishiharaso

8.9 / 10Very Good20 Reviews
Kirishima
  • Private outdoor hot springs for ultimate privacy
  • Savor chef's mastery of Kagoshima flavors
Saved by 2116 usersMountain view
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Hoshino Resorts Kai Enshu

Hoshino Resorts Kai Enshu

9.2 / 10Great25 Reviews
Hamamatsu
Lake view
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Hakone Hotel

Hakone Hotel

9.3 / 10Great213 Reviews
Hakone|Lake Ashi
  • Serene lakefront views near Mount Fuji
  • Relax in paradise with garden views
Sunset views (93 mentions)Saved by 5423 users
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Top 50 Scenic Hotels in Japan

These carefully selected 4-star hotels offer an exceptional balance of quality, comfort, and value. Each property features modern amenities, convenient locations, excellent service, and unique characteristics that set them apart from standard accommodations.

Yes, many of these 4-star hotels cater specifically to business travelers with amenities such as high-speed WiFi, business centers, meeting rooms, and convenient access to business districts and transportation hubs.

Typical amenities include comfortable rooms with quality bedding, on-site restaurants, fitness centers, room service, concierge services, and complimentary WiFi. Many also feature swimming pools, spas, and bars.

Hotels were selected based on multiple criteria including guest reviews, ratings, location convenience, service quality, facilities, cleanliness standards, and overall value for money. Only properties maintaining consistently high standards were included.

As 4-star properties, these hotels typically offer mid-range to upper-mid-range pricing, providing excellent value compared to 5-star luxury hotels while maintaining high quality standards. Prices vary by season, location, and specific hotel.

The selection includes hotels across various strategic locations in Beijing - from central business districts and tourist areas to transportation hubs. Each location offers unique advantages for different types of travelers.