
Would you like to go on a trip to enjoy a delicious feast, such as a kaiseki meal filled with luxurious items, local specialties, or a signature breakfast made with carefully selected cooking methods? Here, we will introduce the popular ranking of ``Inns with delicious food'' selected by ``Tabiiro'' readers.
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オリビアン小豆島 夕陽ヶ丘ホテル
Kagawa
Kagawa
オリビアン小豆島 夕陽ヶ丘ホテル
Rebranded and reopened in July 2021 on a hilltop in Shodoshima overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, this resort hotel embraces the theme "Green Harmony – Connecting Nature and People." Its expansive grounds feature an English garden, a lawn plaza, a treehouse, and the Yuhigaoka strawberry and mandarin orange farms, creating a setting where nature and people come together. Sunsets selected among the "Top 100 Sunsets in Japan" can be viewed from various points within the property, and the hotel was ranked third nationwide in a newspaper-sponsored feature on accommodations with beautiful sunsets. Cuisine prepared with ingredients from the island is another highlight, and the hotel accommodates a range of needs, including babies and pets.
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HOTEL RIDGE
Tokushima
Tokushima
HOTEL RIDGE
A hotel located within a complex within the nature-rich Seto Inland Sea National Park, 20 minutes by car from downtown Naruto. With only nine guest rooms, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery that takes advantage of the location on a hill overlooking the ocean, and enjoy the luxury of surrendering to a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle. On the approximately 70,000 tsubo grounds, there is a dining venue registered as a tangible cultural property, a restaurant where you can enjoy a casual meal while enjoying the refreshing sea breeze, and a restaurant where you can relax your body and mind surrounded by nature. Complete with a spa and beauty salon, you'll be guaranteed a holiday filled with a sense of peace and freedom.
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夕凪の湯 HOTEL 花樹海
Kagawa
Kagawa
夕凪の湯 HOTEL 花樹海
Surrounded by seasonal flowers, "Yunagi no Yu Hotel Kajukai" is known as a "flower retreat, "offering sweeping views of the Seto Inland Sea and Takamatsu City from its approximately 200-degree panoramic bath, "Kajukai Onsen." The sodium hydrogen carbonate spring—celebrated as a 'Bihada-no-Yu' for its gentle, skin-enhancing qualities—flows at an impressive rate of around 200 litres per minute, with natural hot water supplied to all guest rooms as well as the rooftop panoramic bath. In April 2023, the new "Premium Suite with a private open-air hot spring bath" debuted. The surrounding area is dotted with notable attractions, including the strolling garden Ritsurin Garden, the historic battlefield of Yashima, and Kotohira Shrine, affectionately known as "Konpira-san".
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道後hakuro
Ehime
Ehime
道後hakuro
A modern and stylish hotel located in the heart of Dogo Onsen. Inside the hotel, there is a large public bath with an open-air bath that draws water from the famous Dogo Onsen, so you can fully enjoy the hot springs of Dogo. It is also close to "Dogo Onsen Main Building", "Dogo Onsen Annex Asuka no Yusen", and "Dogo Onsen Tsubaki no Yu", so visiting the public baths is also recommended. The guest rooms are compact yet functional and designed to provide comfort, with a variety of guest room types to meet a variety of travel needs. Breakfast is a carefully selected buffet centered around freshly baked bread and soup. Using the hotel as your base, you can fully enjoy your trip to Dogo in your own way.
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汐の丸
Ehime
Ehime
汐の丸
This inn features cuisine prepared with seafood from the Kurushima Strait. Dinner is a regional kaiseki meal centered on seafood dishes and "Horakuyaki," said to have been served at celebrations by the Murakami navy. Additional dishes featuring Ehime specialties nurtured by the natural environment of the Seto Inland Sea are available for an extra charge. The Shimanami Kaido cycling route is approximately 30 minutes away by car, and bicycles may be brought into guest rooms, providing added convenience for cyclists. For commemorative occasions, heartfelt hospitality from "Shionomaru" adds a special touch to the day.
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TheMana Village
Kouchi
Kouchi
TheMana Village
A hotel located in Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park in Kochi Prefecture. "TheMana" in the name "TheMana Village" is a word that means "very" in the dialect of the Kochi-Hata area, and a Hawaiian word that means "supernatural power" or "power that dwells in life." The word "Mana" was chosen to express the desire to "provide value that can be experienced in this place where you can feel the true power of nature." It is a place where you can fully enjoy the extraordinary experience that comes from being so far away.
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民宿 珈里葡
Ehime
Ehime
民宿 珈里葡
This inn offers fresh seafood sourced directly from local fishermen. By purchasing directly, unnecessary costs are kept to a minimum, making premium Seto Inland Sea fish such as scorpionfish and "Akou" (longtooth grouper) available at accessible prices. A signature specialty is the "Scorpionfish Sashimi," prepared immediately upon order to showcase its freshness and firm, crisp texture. The "Deep-Fried Scorpionfish" is another favorite among returning guests, known for its tender, flaky flesh and satisfyingly crisp finish.
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足摺サニーサイドホテル
Kouchi
Kouchi
足摺サニーサイドホテル
Located in Ashizuri Onsen Village at the southernmost tip of Shikoku, "Ashizuri Sunnyside Hotel" features the historic Ashizuri Onsen, said to have first emerged about 1,200 years ago. The hotel is known for its deep sense of history and warm "omotenashi" hospitality. Set along the coast, it offers sweeping views of the "Kuroshio Line" and the Pacific Ocean from the observation deck, guest rooms, and open-air baths. In spring 2023, distinctive Western-style rooms inspired by the sea and sunset also opened. Another highlight is Sawachi cuisine, a signature culinary tradition of Kochi, prepared with ingredients carefully selected by the owner and head chef. Local specialties such as Ise-ebi lobster, "Tosa Wagyu," and "Hachikin Jidori" are also featured.
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ネスト・ウエストガーデン土佐
Kouchi
Kouchi
ネスト・ウエストガーデン土佐
Standing amid Irino Matsubara, a noted scenic spot in Tosa, this stylish resort hotel features a unique cylindrical building and pale green roof. Guest rooms include ocean-view rooms with sunrise views and calm, mountain-side Japanese-style rooms for restful stays. In July 2021, the trailer house "nokka," featuring a guest room, a wood deck, and a rooftop terrace, opened in the glamping area. The interior includes a living room and kitchen, creating a nature-filled space for a stay that feels like everyday living. Away from the bustle of the city, the setting offers time to unwind gradually.
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奥道後 壱湯の守
Ehime
Ehime
奥道後 壱湯の守
Set on the expansive grounds of Okudogo Onsen at the foot of the mountains, this hot spring inn features "Suimei no Yu," one of the largest open-air baths in western Japan at approximately 1,508m², comprising seven types of baths with free-flowing water from Okudogo Onsen, known for its skin-smoothing qualities. Dining is served buffet-style with a wide variety of dishes prepared using ingredients from Ehime. In the Japanese garden, "Sangen Chaya" offers kaiseki cuisine featuring seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and Ehime’s branded meat, "Iyo Beef." The surrounding grounds bloom with seasonal flowers throughout the year, creating a setting suited to strolling in a yukata while taking in the hot spring atmosphere.
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オールドイングランド道後山の手ホテル
Ehime
Ehime
オールドイングランド道後山の手ホテル
Standing in historic Dogo Onsen, this dignified hotel evokes the charm of classic England. In the elegantly appointed restaurant, visually beautiful dishes made with local ingredients, including Seto Inland Sea seafood carefully selected by the chef, are served. The hotel has an in-house sommelier who is said to select pairings from more than 1,000 wines, all of which are always stocked in the "King's Wine Cellar." Seasonal flavors and the pairing of cuisine and wine create a refined dining experience.
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HOTEL LEPO CHAHAL
Ehime
Ehime
HOTEL LEPO CHAHAL
This hotel is located on the 7th and 8th floors of Matsuyama Mitsukoshi, about a 1-minute walk from the Iyo Railway Okaido stop. The hotel name "LEPO" means "rest" in Finnish, and the hotel offers a place to make everyday life special. There are three types of guest rooms, all of which are spacious and approximately 60 square meters in size and each comes with a Finnish sauna. Carpets and furniture are custom-made and decorated in earth tones. Additionally, art pieces by textile designer and potter Fujio Ishimoto add color.