Spectacular Sky-High Hot Spring Resort Undergoes Major Renovation! Beppu Onsen Suginoi Hotel Opens Its New Flagship Building, “Sorakan”!
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June means the rainy season. The damp days can drag on and often leave you feeling down.This time, we will introduce facilities where you can lift your spirits, enjoy relaxing hot springs, and have fun even on rainy days!
When it comes to hot springs, Beppu Onsen in Oita Prefecture—Japan’s No. 1 in both the number of hot spring sources and the volume of water discharged—is well known.On January 26,the large-scale hot spring resortBeppu Onsen Suginoi Hotel opened its new flagship building, “Sorakan.” This time, I will be reporting on “Sorakan”!
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Enjoy a grand panoramic view you can only see here! Sorayu, the open-air observation bath
Beppu Onsen Suginoi Hotel opened its flagship building, “Sorakan,” on January 26. Named with the image of “an endless sky spreading above the great heavens,” Sorakan symbolizes the evolution of the reborn Suginoi Hotel as it continues to expand into an even bigger world.
Since opening in 1944, Suginoi Hotel has been loved for nearly 80 years as one of Western Japan’s leading large-scale hot spring resorts. It is a large hot spring resort hotel packed with entertainment, including a large open-air observation bath, pools, a bowling alley, fountain shows, projection mapping, a kids’ area, and more.
In 2019, the hotel announced a major renovation project and has been progressively building new facilities such as Sorakan and expanding its entertainment content. The reborn Suginoi Hotel is scheduled to hold its grand opening in 2025!
A fantastical panoramic open-air observation bath, “Sorayu”
Located on the top floor at approximately 250 m above sea level, “Sorayu” is a spectacular open-air hot spring with breathtaking views, available exclusively to Sorakan guests. You can also enjoy the expansive scenery from the glass-walled indoor bath and sauna. Another highlight is being able to experience Beppu’s many faces depending on the season and time of day—its cityscape, Beppu Bay, Mt. Tsurumi, and the rising steam from Kannawa Onsen!
“Sorayu,” where you can enjoy Beppu’s breathtaking views through glass walls
A buffet restaurant featuring around 60 diverse dishes! Recommended selections!
Around 60 diverse dishes *Photo is for illustrative purposes.
“TERRACE & DINING SORA” is a Western-style buffet restaurant offering a wide variety of dishes incorporating locally sourced ingredients from Kyushu and Oita. At the open kitchen where food is prepared right in front of you, the recommended item is the “salt-crusted roasted beef round,” carved and served on the spot!
Salt-crusted roasted beef round, carved and served live right in front of you *Menu items may change depending on the season.
In addition, there is an extensive lineup of varied menu options—from Japanese cuisine such as sushi and sashimi to Chinese dishes—enjoyable for everyone from children to adults. In particular, the Mont Blanc made right in front of you by the pastry chef was truly exciting!
A rich Mont Blanc with thick chestnut cream made right in front of you by the pastry chef
Experience a relaxing moment in spacious guest rooms surrounded by Beppu’s nature!
Guest room (Deluxe) with the theme color “Seikai,” inspired by Beppu Bay
Featuring a design that expresses Beppu’s abundant nature surrounded by sea and mountains, and large windows, the guest rooms offer an open, resort-like atmosphere. There are five room types in three theme colors inspired by Beppu’s nature: Seikai, Forest, and Yuunagi.
All rooms are equipped with a room tablet featuring functions such as congestion status display and pre-payment, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable, stress-free stay.
The deluxe room we stayed in this time featured “Seikai” as its theme color, and we were able to take in a sweeping view of Beppu’s city and the sea through the large windows! Someday, I would love to stay in the suite room I have always admired.
Guest room (Suite) with the theme color “Forest,” inspired by the lush greenery of the mountains surrounding Beppu, including Mt. Tsurumi
What did you think? Why not soothe your daily fatigue with a top-floor hot spring offering breathtaking views, a buffet where you can enjoy the chef’s performance and freshly prepared dishes, and relaxing, open guest rooms surrounded by Beppu’s nature? Please be sure to visit Beppu Onsen Suginoi Hotel “Sorakan”!
Official website and social media information
Beppu Onsen Suginoi Hotel
Address: 1 Kankaiji, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture
Tel: 0977-24-1141 (main)
Website: https://suginoi.orixhotelsandresorts.com
Instagram: @beppu_suginoihotel_official
Photos courtesy of: Beppu Onsen Suginoi Hotel
