Kitahama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kitahama
Popular places to visit
Beppu Tower
The third-oldest tower in Japan glows in bright colors at night, while its viewing platform offers unobstructed vistas of mountains and sea.
Hells of Beppu
Gaze at the menacing steam and bubbling mud pits around these otherworldly hot springs, where you’ll find crocodiles, steamed desserts and geyser eruptions.
Takegawara Onsen
An elegant façade and gabled roof welcome you to a relaxing haven, where you can soak in a thermal tub and be covered in heated sand.
Kijima Kogen Park
Take an exciting ride on Japan’s first wooden roller coaster and other traditional fairground rides at a theme park set in the foothills of Mount Tsurumi.
Beppu Park
Hike through the bamboo forest, marvel at the lanterns and enjoy a picnic beneath a cherry blossom tree in this hilly park in central Beppu.
Sea Hell Hot Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Sea Hell Hot Springs, a lovely green space in Beppu. Discover the area's hot springs and spas.
Activities
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Our pick of the best Kitahama Hotel Deals
Nogamihonkan Ryokan
"I got a room for 2 adult and 2 children. the room is large and the location convenient to visit the various osen by foot or bus."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Hoshino Resorts KAI Beppu
"The stay at KAI Beppu was nothing short of amazing. It was my first time in Beppu, and staying at KAI made the experience truly memorable. The sea-view shakkei was beautiful and definitely the highlight. The room was well-sized, and the indoor onsen was a godsend. The kaiseki meals were also delicious, ..."
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Seaside Hotel Mimatu Oetei
"Disappointing is the first word that comes to mind. Although it advertises itself to be "on the beach", and it is, that doesn't have much to do with anything other than our room had a peek-a-boo view of the bay. The onsen, which it proudly advertised, had an odd smell. And, the walk from the train ..."
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel New Tsuruta
"We had a wonderful stay! The bed was so comfortable, the best I’ve ever had in a hotel. The included breakfast had a very large selection of japanese and western items. The staff was really helpful and even run to us to offer an umbrella when they noticed we were going outside during heavy rain. ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Nishitetsu Resort Inn Beppu
"Great spot to stay near the coast in Beppu, a pretty convenient location, friendly staff. Let down a little by the in room entertainment and the slightly outdated interior but otherwise a place I'd recommend staying for sure."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
BeppuOnsen Hotel Sansenkaku
"Room was huge and the mattress was first-rate. Staff were exceptionally helpful. The entire property was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was varied and delicious. It was just as advertised."
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Kitahama
Tsurumi
If you're spending some time in Tsurumi, Myoban Onsen and Hyotan Hot Spring are top sights worth seeing.
Kamegawa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kamegawa and surrounding area, you can visit Hyotan Hot Spring and Blood Pond Hell Hot Springs.
Ekimae Honmachi
While Ekimae Honmachi isn't home to many top sights, Beppu Tower and Takegawara Onsen are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tanoyumachi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tanoyumachi and surrounding area, you can visit Takegawara Onsen and Beppu Tower.
Noguchi Motomachi
While Noguchi Motomachi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Beppu Tower and Takegawara Onsen.
