Spa Resort Hawaiians is an amazing theme park in Iwaki, Fukushima province that uses the mineral-rich hot spring waters of the Joban mine as its water source.
It has been a highlight of the Japanese summer holidays for almost 60 years and is famed for its exotic Hawaiian theme and Hula girls!
During its opening season, you can expect Spa Resort Hawaiians to be packed out, but by booking a stay at a nearby hotel, you can hit the park super early to start your day.
Here are the 5 Best Hotels for Spa Resort Hawaiians, including great picks for every budget.
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5 Best Hotels for Spa Resort Hawaiians: Great Iwaki Hotels
Spa Resort Hawaiians is a highlight of travel to the coastal region of Iwaki in Fukushima. It is a great resort region that takes in the best of the Pacific Ocean.
My top five hotels for Spa Resort Hawaiians make a great base for travels throughout Iwaki including a visit to the world-class Aquamarine Fukushima Aquarium and the iconic Shioyasaki Lighthouse.
Take a look (and book) these great hotels.
1. Spa Resort Hawaiians Monolith Tower
| Location | 972-8555 Fukushima, Iwaki, Joban Fujiwara Machi Warabidaira 50, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book accommodation | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Distance from Spa Resort Hawaiians | 260 meters (5-minute walk) |
| Nearest airport | Fukushima Airport (27 miles) |
This hotel puts the ‘Resort’ into Spa Resort Hawaiians.
As the official hotel of this popular Japanese water park, you can enjoy a hassle-free visit as the park is only 260 meters away from the park entrance.
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The Spa Resort Hawaiians Monolith Tower offers clean, spacious, air-conditioned accommodation that can sleep up to 9 guests in Japanese-style family suites with tatami mats and futons.
By staying at the Monolith Tower, your waterpark experience does not end at the park gates.
The hotel has its own pool and on-site restaurant and you’ve got other great Iwaki attractions nearby, including Yuno Lake Panorama Observatory (amazing views), Koya Hanamiyama, and Iwaki Taira Castle Trace.
2. Onahama Ocean Hotel & Golf Club
| Location | Japan, 〒971-8183 Fukushima, Iwaki, Izumi Machi Shimogawa, Ohata−１７−17 |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book accommodation | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Distance from Spa Resort Hawaiians | 21 km (20-minute drive) |
| Nearest airport | Fukushima Airport (32 miles) |
Let’s be honest. Husbands and fathers secretly want to hit this amazing oceanfront golf course for the majority of their stay.
However, a ‘family’ visit to Spa Resort Hawaiians is the perfect cover, and perhaps you’ll manage a few hours in the water park 😉
You cannot stay here and not enjoy morning and afternoon rounds of golf that offer outstanding views of the Pacific from every hole! After you finish, indulge yourselves with food and karaoke!
This Iwaki luxury hotel and golf course give you the sumptuous Japanese hospitality that golf courses are famous for.
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Golf widows can relax in the Terushima Onsen, or receive massages and spa therapies, and everyone will enjoy the spacious air-conditioned rooms that sleep up to 5 guests at a time.
Several restaurants serve Japanese and international cuisine and a store, where you can buy golf clothing and accessories. I guarantee you, everyone will want to return!
3. VIR Port
| Location | 〒972-8326 Fukushima, Iwaki, 常磐藤原町蕨平50 |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book accommodation | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Distance from Spa Resort Hawaiians | 400m (5-minute walk) |
| Nearest airport | Fukushima Airport (27 miles) |
Spa Resort Hawaiians VIR Port is another resort hotel that is just moments away from the Spa Resort Hawaiians entrance.
It is a great choice for anyone who wants to continue their waterpark experience after a visit to Spa Resort Hawaiians, as this hotel has its own water park on its grounds.
In addition, in VIR Port guests can enjoy an indoor pool, spa, and hot spring baths for an amazing break.
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Guestrooms at the Spa Resort Hawaiians VIR Port can accommodate up to 9 guests in spacious Japanese and Western-style rooms that have internal balconies with water park views.
A buffet breakfast is served daily in the hotel restaurant.
4. Hotel Route Inn Iwakiizumi Ekimae
| Location | 971-8185 Fukushima, Iwaki, Izumi-machi Yagiya 14-4, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book accommodation | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Distance from Spa Resort Hawaiians | 9 km (13-minute drive) |
| Nearest airport | Fukushima Airport (30 miles) |
Hotel Route-Inn Iwakiizumi Ekimae is a decent business hotel that is just a short drive from the delights of Spa Resorts Hawaiians.
The ensuite rooms can sleep up to four guests in a clean, spacious environment that is just 9 km from Spa Resorts Hawaiians.
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The hotel also provides great amenities like free wired internet, humidifiers, a coin launderette, and a photocopier.
Meals are served at the hotel restaurant Hana Hana Tei, including Itsudemo Dokodemo, the signature liquor of the hotel.
5. Hotel LIVEMAX Yumoto
| Location | 971-8185 Fukushima, Iwaki, Izumi-machi Yagiya 14-4, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Hotel |
| Book accommodation | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Distance from Spa Resort Hawaiians | 4 km (9-minute drive) |
| Nearest airport | Fukushima Airport (28 miles) |
The LIVEMAX hotel chain is always a great pick for a budget hotel stay. Save the cash for Spa
Resort Hawaiians by staying at this great-value hotel just two miles away!
You’ll find the Hotel LIVEMAX Yumoto in the center of Iwaki, making it easy to find great restaurants and shopping after your water park visit.
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The rooms are basic, but they are all ensuite, with free Wi-Fi.
Each room can sleep up to three guests. If you need snacks, there are vending machines and coffee facilities.
Rounding Up
A visit to Spa Resort Hawaiians is a great reason to head to Iwaki and the surrounding region.
Staying at a nearby hotel not only takes the hassle out of your trip but also is a great reason for enjoying the hot springs, golf courses, and city center of Iwaki during your stay.
These five great hotels are ideal for a perfect Spa Resort Hawaiian trip on any budget.
