Grand Mercure Beppu Bay Resort & Spa  

On Beppu Bay's waterfront in Hiji, just about 4 km from Beppu city center. Steps from the famous Hells of Beppu, Blood Pond and Geyser hot springs, and close to the Beppu Ropeway, Shookuji Temple and Hiji Castle.

Warmly decorated rooms (291 total) many with sea or mountain views, all air-conditioned and equipped with refrigerators, LCD TVs, safes and deep soaking bathtubs. Family-friendly touches include children’s playrooms, accessible rooms and English- and Japanese-speaking staff.

Full hot-springs onsen experience with indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, spa center, sauna, steam bath and massage rooms. The property recommends an all-inclusive plan covering dinner, breakfast, lounge access, onsen use and activities (lunch not included), plus lounge perks like an Evening Social, Night Cap and Onsen Lounge — perfect for post-soak drinks and a little local flavor.

Conference center and meeting rooms are available, plus complimentary wireless internet and free self parking. A complimentary train-station pick-up service is offered for added convenience.

Five on-site restaurants and a bar/lounge serve breakfast and dinner (included with the all-inclusive plan) and offer local delicacies — expect regional tastes and even evening amazake in the onsen lounge.