Spring in Tokyo is famous for its blush-toned sakura spectacle, usually peaking from late March to early April. But if we’re craving petals without the peak-season buzz, we set our sights on Atami.
This coastal gem in Shizuoka Prefecture pairs ocean views with a calm, old-school charm, and its early-blooming cherry blossom trees often begin showing off as early as late January into February. Just about 45 minutes from Tokyo by Shinkansen (or roughly 90 minutes via the JR Tokaido Line), it’s an easy escape with seaside strolls, cosy cafés, and hotels tempting enough to turn a quick visit into an overnight adventure. Here are some of the sophisticated stays on our #RadarList so you can plan your Atami trip the elegant way.
– Featured image credit: Atami Bay Resort Korakuen –
Pearl Star Hotel Atami
If you measure a getaway by the size of its soak, the 12-metre infinity bath at Pearl Star Hotel Atami makes a strong case. Filled with natural hot spring water and facing the open sea, it’s a dream setting for anyone who could happily live in a pool.
Pair that with sleek, minimalist design and a collection of restaurants and bars that celebrate regional produce and flavours, and you’ve got a stay that feels polished, peaceful, and deliciously rooted in place.
Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Atami
For a family-friendly escape, check into Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Atami. Overlooking the coastline of Atami, the hotel frames sweeping sea views with breezy, ocean-inspired interiors.
Days here can be as active or as slow as you like, from treetop adventures and nighttime strawberry tours to soaking in the onsen as the light shifts from sunrise to city sparkle.
At the top floor, Sorano Beach Books & Café brings a playful twist with soft white sand underfoot and cushy loungers facing the blue horizon, creating a sky-high beach moment without leaving the building.
GLAMDAY PORT
If privacy is your love language, GLAMDAY PORT might be your scene. This three-bedroom villa comes with a spacious living area and a bathroom, wrapped in cabin-in-the-woods charm.
Nestled on a green hillside with views over the bay, it feels like your own coastal cottage, with the polished comforts of a boutique stay woven in.
ATAMI SEKAIE
Another highlight on our list is ATAMI SEKAIE, an alluring retreat where every guest room features its own open-air bath facing the Pacific, filled with Izusan hot spring water long associated with longevity.
Mornings begin with the sun rising over the waves, while evenings bring silver moonlight across the azure sea. Dining is split between seasonal kaiseki at TSUKUSHI and creative, meat-focused cuisine at 1SHIO, and beyond the table, wellness takes center stage with yoga sessions, guided walks, and personal conditioning programs designed to reset both body and mind.
Atami Bay Resort Korakuen
If you love everything in one address, Atami Bay Resort Korakuen makes it easy. The waterfront complex brings together the ocean-facing rooms of Atami Korakuen Hotel, the sweeping baths at Ocean Spa Fuua and Umimochi no Yu, laid-back bites at HARBOR’S W, and delicious local finds at the IZU-ICHI food market.
Come for a soak, a meal, or a night by the bay, and you’ll have sea views, good food, a shopping session, and hot spring bliss wrapped into one breezy stay.