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Resort Glamping.com
Nationwide (Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Koshin, Kansai, Tokai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa)
June 4, 2026
Awaji Island, located in Hyogo Prefecture and situated between Kobe and Shikoku, is a popular resort island in the Kansai region. For travelers from Hong Kong and Taiwan, Awaji Island's greatest appeal lies in the fact that they can enjoy the spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea, abundant nature, and Awaji Island's gourmet cuisine all at once. Furthermore, there is a wide variety of unique accommodations perfect for road trips, family vacations, and romantic getaways. Staying on Awaji Island is not just about "sleeping" like in a city hotel. From ocean-view dome tents and villas with private pools to glamping with BBQ facilities, the accommodation itself becomes the purpose of the trip.
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Many people visiting Awaji Island for the first time tend to think of it as a day trip from Osaka or Kobe. However, in reality, Awaji Island is a place where you can truly enjoy its charm by staying overnight.
The reason is very simple. Many of Awaji Island's tourist attractions and accommodations are located along the coast or in areas rich in nature, allowing you to enjoy a BBQ while gazing at the sea at night, relax in a private hot spring bath in your room, and savor breakfast with the sea breeze in the morning. It offers a "resort feeling" that you can't experience on a day trip.
Awaji Island is also an excellent destination for road trips. Many of the ocean-view glamping sites and resort villas are not located near train stations, making car travel the most convenient option. The accommodation styles also differ from those of city hotels, with many facilities offering a special experience, such as tents with private gardens and glamping sites with private hot springs in the rooms.
For those looking for a resort-style accommodation near the Kansai region, staying on Awaji Island will offer a more refreshing experience than staying in a hotel in Osaka city.
When choosing accommodation on Awaji Island, it's recommended to select based not only on price but also on your "travel purpose."
For couples traveling together, we recommend accommodations that offer ocean views, private hot springs in the rooms, and a sense of privacy. For families traveling with children, facilities with spacious rooms, BBQ facilities, and ample play areas are convenient.
Another important aspect is the food. Awaji Island is famous as a treasure trove of ingredients, and there are many establishments that offer luxurious BBQs and dinners using local ingredients such as Awaji beef, Awaji pork, Awaji onions, octopus, and seafood.
If you want to make your stay itself a gourmet experience, a meal-inclusive plan is recommended. Conversely, if you want to bring your own ingredients, be sure to check in advance whether outside ingredients are allowed, whether BBQ equipment is available, and whether there are any rules against open fires.
GLAMP MARE Awaji is an Awaji Island accommodation located in Awaji City, offering ocean views, private hot spring baths in each room, and luxurious glamping BBQ. All rooms have ocean views, allowing guests to enjoy the sea of Awaji Island from their rooms, private gardens, and hot spring baths.
The dinner BBQ features local ingredients such as Awaji beef and Awaji pork, making it a popular choice for travelers who want to enjoy an ocean view stay.
This is one of the most popular glamping facilities in the Awaji Island area. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and heating, making it a comfortable place to stay in all seasons.
Some rooms are dog-friendly, making it ideal for family trips and trips with pets. You can also enjoy a luxurious BBQ featuring ingredients from Awaji Island.
This Awaji Island accommodation is perfect for those who prioritize privacy and a luxurious resort experience. It offers both villa and dome tent-style accommodations, and features free parking, making it convenient for road trips.
There's also a covered BBQ area, so you can enjoy your meal regardless of the weather. It's recommended for travelers who value privacy and a resort-like atmosphere.
This glamping facility is recommended for those who want to leisurely explore the southern part of Awaji Island, and also for families traveling with children. It's well-equipped, making it a safe and enjoyable experience even for first-time glamping guests.
You can enjoy a shabu-shabu course featuring Awaji beef and whitebait, and finally relax in a private sauna.
This glamping facility is located on the west coast of Awaji Island. It features large dome tents and terraces with dog runs, and some rooms allow guests to stay with their pets.
The location, offering stunning views of the sunset over the Seto Inland Sea from a hilltop, is a major draw.
This glamping facility allows you to enjoy open-air hot springs, BBQ, and pet-friendly accommodations while feeling the sea breeze of Awaji Island.
All guest rooms are equipped with a private bonfire area and dining area. You can enjoy a BBQ comfortably even in bad weather.
This glamping facility offers ocean views from every room, allowing you to enjoy beautiful sunsets. It also features in-room hot springs, an all-weather dining area, and a resort-like atmosphere.
All rooms are equipped with a private hot spring bath and BBQ grill, and a fire pit is also provided.
Awaji Island boasts one of the longest hours of sunshine in Japan, and this accommodation allows you to fully enjoy its natural beauty.
This hotel is ideal for family trips, trips with pets, and relaxing getaways, and all rooms are equipped with a bathroom, toilet, and refrigerator. You can enjoy a comfortable stay while being surrounded by nature.
This glamping facility on Awaji Island is located right by the sea, allowing you to enjoy a BBQ while listening to the sound of the waves.
Each cottage is equipped with a private toilet, and there are also resort pools and bars. You can enjoy authentic BBQ with a Weber BBQ grill.
This is a large ocean-view glamping resort located on a hill in Minami-Awaji City. All 25 rooms offer panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea.
Enjoy unlimited drinks and lounge sweets during dinner. The hotel also boasts excellent facilities including a large public bath, bedrock bath, billiards, and darts.
Many tourists may wonder, "What kind of place is Awaji Island?" In fact, Awaji Island is a fantastic resort island easily accessible by car in just over an hour from Osaka or Kobe. It's a charming island where you can enjoy a rich history and culture, as well as breathtaking ocean views that stretch as far as the eye can see.
Designed by architect Tadao Ando, this massive complex resort blends nature and architecture. It boasts numerous attractions, including the "Hyakudan-en" (Hundred-Step Garden) where alpine plants from around the world bloom in a grid-like arrangement of flowerbeds, and the "Umi no Terrace" (Sea Terrace) offering panoramic views of the ocean surrounding Awaji Island. A symbol of Awaji Island tourism, it offers new discoveries with every visit.
This scenic spot boasts a white sandy beach stretching for approximately 2.5 km and is home to about 50,000 Awaji black pine trees, and has been selected as one of "Japan's 100 Best White Sand and Green Pine Beaches." Its beauty at dusk is particularly exceptional, and the sight of the beautiful sunset, selected as one of "Japan's 100 Best Sunsets," painting the pine forest and the shoreline in golden hues is truly breathtaking.
The biggest attraction of staying on Awaji Island is being able to enjoy the view of the Seto Inland Sea from a dome tent with a sea view, as well as a private hot spring bath in your room, a private pool, and a BBQ.
For travelers from Hong Kong and Taiwan, Awaji Island offers a deeper dive into the Kansai region, different from Osaka or Kobe. On your next trip to Kansai, be sure to stay for a night and experience the resort atmosphere of Awaji Island, a stark contrast to city hotels.
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