Hiroshima Mihara City
A scenic resort with a rooftop open-air bath and sauna overlooking the Seto Inland Sea
"Livemax Resort Mihara Onsen Seafront" is a hot spring resort hotel in Mihara City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Its biggest highlight is the rooftop open-air hot spring, where guests can soak in Mihara Onsen while taking in sweeping views of the calm Seto Inland Sea and the Shimanami Kaido. The spacious sauna room and well-equipped cold plunge bath are also available, and the flow from the bathing area to the relaxation spaces has been thoughtfully designed. Some ocean-view rooms come with a semi-open-air bath, allowing guests to enjoy the spectacular scenery in complete privacy. With an indoor heated pool and a restaurant on-site, it offers an exceptional relaxation experience whether you visit for the day or stay overnight.

An observation large bath with views overlooking the Seto Inland Sea and the Seto Ohashi Bridge. It is filled with natural chloride hot spring water, known for its excellent heat retention and for keeping you warm for longer. With an observation reclining bath and waterfall bath as well, it offers a relaxing way to soothe travel fatigue while gazing out at the spectacular scenery.

An open and airy open-air bath set on the hotel rooftop. Below you stretches the calm Seto Inland Sea, and you can enjoy the blissful experience of soaking in natural hot spring water while feeling the sea breeze. It is a superb relaxation space wrapped in a grand panorama of sky and sea.

A private rental bath that families and couples can enjoy without hesitation. You can savor natural hot spring water in a special space of your own without worrying about others around you. Its appeal is that even guests with small children can relax at ease and unwind slowly.

A private semi-open-air bath in an ocean-view guest room. Enjoy soaking as often as you like, whenever you like, while taking in the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea spreading out beyond the window. With the sound of the waves as background music, it creates a luxurious stay free from interruptions.

A spacious dry sauna where you can work up a deep sweat at your own pace. Designed with cleanliness and smooth flow in mind, it offers a comfortable experience for everyone from beginners to sauna enthusiasts. Warm your body thoroughly in a quiet environment and enjoy a refreshing break that resets both body and mind.

A generously sized cold plunge bath located right next to the sauna. It sharply cools down a body heated by the sauna and delivers a crisp, refreshing cooldown. Totonoi chairs are also provided nearby, guiding you smoothly into a deeply relaxed state.
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