7 Hotels with Private Saunas in Japan You'll Want to Visit This Summer

These days, the number of people who are addicted to saunas is increasing, regardless of age or gender, as the words “sauner (people who loves sauna)” and “sakatsu (term to describe sauna as an activity)” become mainstream. The number of people who are looking for accommodation for the purpose of sauna is also increasing.

So, this time, we have picked up an inn with a "private sauna" recommended by Editorial Team. This summer, why don't you try it in a sauna while traveling?

Popular Inn in Nishiizu "LOQUAT Nishiizu"｜Shizuoka/Nishiizu

​"LOQUAT Nishiizu"is attracting attention as a luxury inn in the Nishiizu area. The building was renovated to retain the aesthetics of a prominent Dohi family that has been in existence for about 300 years. The lodging is limited to 3 groups and is a privately-owned building that has been renovated from a historical building with different styles.

The guest room is equipped with a spacious open-air bath where you can enjoy the hot springs of Doi. You can also take a hammam bath in the steam sauna bed, which uses the leaves of Doi's famous white loquat harvested on the premises of the main building of LOQUAT Nishiizu.

This is an inn where you can enjoy hot springs and relaxation saunas while traveling.

[LOQUAT Nishiizu]

https://www.ikyu.com/00002905/?ikOm=80624

"moksa", an Inn for "Tea" and "Steaming Hot Water" Kyoto / Yase

​"moksa" opened in Yase, Kyoto, at the foot of Mt. Hiei. It is a facility where you can receive all-inclusive services such as relaxing guest rooms, gourmet food, and authentic tea experiences.

Mikie Sasano, the daughter of Sauna Shikiji, who is known as the holy land of saunas, produces the private sauna "Jyouan", which requires a reservation only. Inspired by Yase's steam bath culture, there are 3 types of saunas that make use of "3 kinds of materials", and you can have an accommodation experience that will circulate your mind and body from the inside out.

This is an inn where you can experience a rebirth in Yase, a historical healing area that originated in the kiln bath.

[moksa]

https://www.ikyu.com/00002971/

"Arima Sanso Gosho Bessho" where you can Enjoy the Low-temperature sauna "Thermal Room"｜Hyogo / Arima Onsen

​Arimasanso Gosho Bessho is located in Arima Onsen which is counted as one of Japan's top three hot springs. This is an inn opened by the 15th generation owner of Tosen Goshobo, which is famous as the oldest inn in the Kansai region.

The 10 detached suite rooms in Gosho Bessho are equipped with a guest room hot spring and a low-temperature sauna "Thermal Room". A thermal room is a spa-style low-temperature sauna popular in Europe.

In addition to a warm bath that gradually warms the body, it is characterized by being able to enjoy the hot springs with all five senses using smells, lights, and sounds. In addition, one of the rooms has the world's first treehouse-style open-air bath.

[Arimasansou Gosho Bessho]

https://www.ikyu.com/00001410/?ppc=2&rc=1

Enjoy the Tent Sauna at Rurikei, a Scenic Spot in Kyoto!
"GRAX HANARE Kyoto Rurikei"｜Kyoto / Rurikei

“GRAX HANARE” is located in Rurikei, a Kyoto Prefectural Natural Park designated as a national scenic spot. Enjoy a barbecue dinner in the middle of nature, and sleep comfortably in a comfortable bed. It is an outdoor resort where everyone can stay and enjoy themselves.

The plan with a private tent sauna is a popular plan with a tent sauna on a spacious private deck.

You can sweat a lot in the clear air of the Rurikei and prepare your body in nature.

[GRAX HANARE]

https://www.ikyu.com/vacation/00050427/?ikOm=72383

VILLA SUOMI, a Rental Villa standing by Lake Yamanaka | Yamanashi / Yamanashi (Lake Yamanaka)

The log house “VILLA SUOMI” stands along the shores of Lake Yamanaka, the lake closest to Mt. Fuji, a World Cultural Heritage site. It is a log house rental villa using polar pine materials from Northern Europe Finland.

Each building has a Finnish sauna that you can use whenever you like. Aroma oils for the sauna, sauna hats, and disposable sauna mats are also available, so you can enjoy the sauna empty-handed.

The kitchen is fully equipped with cooking utensils and tableware sets, including pots made by Fissler of Germany. For those who want to enjoy the outdoors more, there is also a barbecue.

[VILLA SUOMI]

https://www.ikyu.com/vacation/00051019/?ikOm=68506

Limited to 3 Groups per day! Outdoor Finnish Sauna "ume," to Enjoy in an Old Private House | Nara / Yamazoe Village

​"ume," in Nara Prefecture is an inn that has been renovated from an old private house with a history of about 100 years. On the premises, there is an outdoor Finnish sauna that can be used while wearing a bathing suit.

While listening to the crackling sound of the firewood, it is the best time to face yourself in the hot sauna room.

[ume,]

https://www.ikyu.com/vacation/00050997/?ikOm=68506

Villa Mon Temps Awaji, a Rental Villa with an Ocean View in All Rooms on Awaji Island｜Hyogo /Awaji Island

​"Villa Mon Temps Awaji" is a rental villa with ocean views in all rooms on Awaji Island. It is an inn with a reputation for offering a higher-grade relaxation in an overwhelming sense of openness in a spacious facility of about 550 square meters.

The indoor bathroom with a view of the sea also has a woody and relaxing sauna room. You can spend a private and luxurious time.

[Villa Mon Temps Awaji]

https://www.ikyu.com/vacation/00050369/

This time, we introduced an inn with a private sauna.
Please use it as a reference for your sauna trip.