Ibusuki Royal Hotel  

By the sea in Ibusuki, this spa hotel sits within a 5-minute drive of Iwasaki Museum and Ibusuki Archaeological Museum. Satsuma Denshokan and Chiringashima Island are a short drive away. Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) is about 87 km / 54 mi from the property.

The hotel has 68 air-conditioned guestrooms with refrigerators and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms feature deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Rooms include safes, blackout drapes and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Expect a relaxed seaside spa vibe with easy access to hot springs and the famous natural sand hot spring.

Pamper yourself at the spa with body treatments and facials. Enjoy hot springs (onsen), an inner and open-air public bath, and the unique hot sand bath with a free shuttle to the Saraku sand bath center. Other highlights: a seasonal outdoor pool, bicycle rentals, on-site shopping, a reception hall, elevator access, and free self-parking. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet in public areas, complimentary newspapers, dry cleaning and laundry services, luggage storage and a reception hall. Free self-parking onsite. Note: the front desk is staffed during limited hours.

The on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals. Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee, with straightforward local breakfast options.