A blissful inn where spectacular open-air baths overlooking the Naruto Strait and two kinds of natural hot springs soothe body and mind
Hyogo Minamiawaji City
"Hotel New Awaji Plaza Awajishima Bettei Sora" is a hot spring ryokan in Minamiawaji, Hyogo Prefecture. In the observatory open-air bath overlooking the Onaruto Bridge and Naruto Strait, guests can enjoy the property’s private hot spring source, Minamiawaji Onsen, while the indoor bath offers Uzu Shio Onsen, a silky, lotion-like hot spring. After working up a pleasant sweat in a full-fledged dry sauna, a refreshingly cold cold plunge bath and a relaxing open-air rest on deck chairs where you can feel the pleasant sea breeze await. Every room comes with a private open-air hot spring bath, and the spa facilities, including Asian esthetic treatments, make this a luxurious retreat.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A plentiful private hot spring source gushing from within the grounds. Rich in minerals and also containing sulfur, it has a smooth texture that still clings gently to the skin, making it hard to get cold after bathing and offering a strong sense of warmth and moisturization. In the observatory open-air bath or on deck chairs overlooking the panoramic Naruto Strait and beautiful sunset, you can enjoy a luxurious bath while feeling the sea breeze.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
Among the hot spring areas of Minamiawaji, this spring is especially rich in bicarbonate and is known for its exceptional, lotion-like smoothness. Its alkaline water helps soften the skin, and it is highly regarded as a beauty bath that leaves the skin smooth after bathing. In the spacious indoor bath, you can fully enjoy its gentle warmth, which seems to seep slowly into your body.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)
Capacity9people
A full-fledged dry sauna attached to the large public bath. In a calm space wrapped in gentle lighting and the warmth of wood, you can slowly work up a sweat while immersed in soothing quiet. Heat is delivered firmly into the body, helping you clear away daily fatigue and impurities. After leaving the sauna, you can smoothly transition to a crisp, cooling experience in the nearby bath.
Water QualityTap Water
A cold plunge bath installed in the indoor bath of the men’s large public bath. It cools down a body that has been thoroughly warmed in the sauna, bringing a pleasant sense of tension. The feel is clean and refreshing, and a wave of coolness spreads through the whole body. After tightening your body in the cold plunge bath, you can spend an exceptional open-air rest in the scenic outdoor area while feeling the pleasant sea breeze blowing in from the Naruto Strait.
Closed Days: None
1433-2 Ama Fukiagemachi, Minamiawaji-shi, Hyogo 656-0542
Gender Access
Gender Separated
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn moreA blissful inn where spectacular open-air baths overlooking the Naruto Strait and two kinds of natural hot springs soothe body and mind
Hyogo Minamiawaji City
"Hotel New Awaji Plaza Awajishima Bettei Sora" is a hot spring ryokan in Minamiawaji, Hyogo Prefecture. In the observatory open-air bath overlooking the Onaruto Bridge and Naruto Strait, guests can enjoy the property’s private hot spring source, Minamiawaji Onsen, while the indoor bath offers Uzu Shio Onsen, a silky, lotion-like hot spring. After working up a pleasant sweat in a full-fledged dry sauna, a refreshingly cold cold plunge bath and a relaxing open-air rest on deck chairs where you can feel the pleasant sea breeze await. Every room comes with a private open-air hot spring bath, and the spa facilities, including Asian esthetic treatments, make this a luxurious retreat.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A plentiful private hot spring source gushing from within the grounds. Rich in minerals and also containing sulfur, it has a smooth texture that still clings gently to the skin, making it hard to get cold after bathing and offering a strong sense of warmth and moisturization. In the observatory open-air bath or on deck chairs overlooking the panoramic Naruto Strait and beautiful sunset, you can enjoy a luxurious bath while feeling the sea breeze.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
Among the hot spring areas of Minamiawaji, this spring is especially rich in bicarbonate and is known for its exceptional, lotion-like smoothness. Its alkaline water helps soften the skin, and it is highly regarded as a beauty bath that leaves the skin smooth after bathing. In the spacious indoor bath, you can fully enjoy its gentle warmth, which seems to seep slowly into your body.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)
Capacity9people
A full-fledged dry sauna attached to the large public bath. In a calm space wrapped in gentle lighting and the warmth of wood, you can slowly work up a sweat while immersed in soothing quiet. Heat is delivered firmly into the body, helping you clear away daily fatigue and impurities. After leaving the sauna, you can smoothly transition to a crisp, cooling experience in the nearby bath.
Water QualityTap Water
A cold plunge bath installed in the indoor bath of the men’s large public bath. It cools down a body that has been thoroughly warmed in the sauna, bringing a pleasant sense of tension. The feel is clean and refreshing, and a wave of coolness spreads through the whole body. After tightening your body in the cold plunge bath, you can spend an exceptional open-air rest in the scenic outdoor area while feeling the pleasant sea breeze blowing in from the Naruto Strait.
Closed Days: None
1433-2 Ama Fukiagemachi, Minamiawaji-shi, Hyogo 656-0542
Gender Access
Gender Separated
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn more