8 Best Onsen in Yokohama | Enjoy a Spa in a City Near Tokyo

Are you thinking of taking a trip to Yokohama?

With an abundance of tourist spots nearby and great access from Tokyo, Yokohama is a popular place to visit for travelers and locals alike.

In this article, we will be introducing some of the best places where you can find onsen in Yokohama.

Whether you are looking to take a day trip to the city or are planning on booking a hotel in the area, we hope that you find something that suits your needs.

Table of Contents

1. Onsen for day trips to Yokohama
   • Manyo-Club
   • SPA EAS
   • RAKU SPA Tsurumi
   • SKY SPA Yokohama
2. Hotels and ryokan with onsen in Yokohama
   • APA Hotels&Resort Yokohama Bay Tower
   • Capsule Plus Yokohama
   • Yokohama Royal Park Hotel
   • Inn MATSUSHIMA
3. Conclusion

Onsen for day trips to Yokohama

With Yokohama being a very popular spot to visit from Tokyo, you may be thinking of spending just a day or even just a few hours exploring the city.

If so, the following are a few locations where you can stop and use an onsen without having to stay overnight.

Manyo-Club (横浜みなとみらい万葉倶楽部)

Manyo-Club is a spa facility located just an 8-minute walk from Minatomirai station. The baths use water from two onsen towns in the same prefecture, making it a natural hot spring. You can find a variety of indoor and outdoor baths.

The rental fees include a yukata and two towels, so you can visit Manyo-Club empty-handed. Manyo-Club also has options for those who want to stay the night and get the most out of everything it has to offer.

On the top floor, you can find an “ashiyu,” which is an onsen you soak only your feet in. This shallow bath is in a ring shape that spans the whole floor so you can look down onto the city from all different angles. On a clear day, there is even a chance to see Mt. Fuji. Yokohama is known for its beautiful nighttime cityscape, so we recommend visiting this area at night.

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SPA EAS (横浜天然温泉 SPA EAS)

SPA EAS is a five-minute walk from Yokohama Station’s West Exit. The spa features natural onsen and saunas for both men and women, plus a shared area where everyone can enjoy a special type of sauna that uses aromas, water, and sauna stones to create steam. SPA EAS also has a variety of relaxation treatments that include stone spas, massages, facials, and even acupuncture.

Every Tuesday at SPA EAS is lady’s day, where women can use the spa at a discounted price. Likewise, every Friday is men’s day, where men can get a free drink with their food order. You may want to take advantage of these if you are in the area on the right day.

Note that SPA EAS is designed to be a quiet and relaxing spot, so anyone under the age of 18 will not be able to enter. Additionally, there is a women-only relaxation area equipped with massage chairs and a powder room.

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RAKU SPA Tsurumi (らくすぱ鶴見)

RAKU SPA Tsurumi is a spa facility located in the Tsurumi Ward of Yokohama; it is a bit inconvenient to get to, but there are shuttle buses that depart from many of the stations in the area. The buses from Tsurumi Station depart every 15 minutes, so it would be wise to travel from there.

In the onsen, you can find many different types of baths and saunas. You can enjoy bubble baths, jet baths, and much more. There is even a carbonated bath and a bath that emits a low electric current which are both supposed to help your blood flow.

Aside from the extensive spa and relaxation area, you can also find many areas that are meant for simply lounging around. With free-to-borrow comic books, beanbag chairs, and almost tree-house-like structures to make yourself at home in, RAKU SPA Tsurumi is one of the ultimate places to spend a lazy day.

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SKY SPA Yokohama (スカイスパYOKOHAMA)

SKY SPA Yokohama is a large-scale spa facility situated very close to Yokohama Station. There are large spa areas for both men and women, and you can kill two birds with one stone with the jacuzzi jet baths by getting a massage and a soak in the onsen. Because the onsen are located on the 14th floor, you can get a good view of the city from the bath as well.

If you like saunas, SKY SPA Yokohama has one of the biggest saunas in the country that can fit up to 100 people. There are many other types of saunas available that take inspriation from other countries such as a Roman-style steam sauna and a Finnish-style dry sauna.

Recently, SKY SPA Yokohama has opened reservations for remote working space; if you are interested in getting some work done in a relaxing environment, we suggest you check it out for a change of pace. There are options to simply go by yourself or with your coworkers.

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Hotels and ryokan with onsen in Yokohama

Next, we will be introducing some hotels and ryokan in Yokohama with onsen. Depending on the location, some of these locations also offer plans for those just looking to use the onsen on a day trip.

If you are looking for a place to spend the night, these are some of our recommendations.

APA Hotels&Resort Yokohama Bay Tower (アパホテル＆リゾート〈横浜ベイタワー〉)

APA Hotels is a popular chain of hotels that operates all around the country. They are known for being cost-effective and accessible in their locations. If you are looking to stay near the city at a reasonable price, we recommend this hotel.

You can find the public bathing area on the fourth floor, with both a large indoor and an outdoor bath. The onsen water is modified, so note that it will not be 100% natural but still has the full effects of all-natural springs. If you like to swim, there is also an outdoor pool that is refreshing during the summer months.

APA Hotel has very modest guest suites so it is difficult to recommend if you have a lot of luggage. However, they are very cozy and you will have good access to many of the sightseeing spots of Yokohama as well as a nice view of the city.

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Capsule Plus Yokohama (カプセルプラス横浜)

An experience that you might be looking for if you are coming to Japan is staying in a capsule hotel. For those unfamiliar, capsule hotels offer tiny rooms that resemble pill capsules; they are usually arranged on top of one another like bunk beds but are completely private and come with the amenities of a regular hotel. Capsule hotels are generally very cost-effective and you can find them in many major cities.

Capsule Plus Yokohama is a capsule hotel located just a two-minute walk from Yokohama Station, making it very easy to access. You can choose to book a capsule for the night, or just if you need a place to spend a few hours (maybe if you missed the last train) and enjoy a public bath.

Note that the public bath and sauna are only available to men (most likely as a safety precaution); we recommend staying here if you are a solo traveler or just want the experience of staying in a capsule hotel.

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Yokohama Royal Park Hotel (横浜ロイヤルパークホテル)

Yokohama Royal Park Hotel is located in the area of Yokohama with many hotels in high-rise buildings that overlook the city. The spa, which is located on the 49th floor of the building, is a perfect location to enjoy this view to the fullest.

The spa, called the LANDMARK SPA, includes not only a bathing area but also a heated pool and a gym for those who are looking to exercise. On clear days, you can even see Mt. Fuji from the pool. Note that the spa is for the main purpose of relaxing and quiet, making it reserved for only those 18 and up.

Prices can get lower depending on the season, but in general Yokohama Royal Park Hotel is a very luxurious hotel, perfect for anniversaries and wedding ceremonies. With a variety of bars and restaurants on the hotel premises, you can be sure to enjoy this hotel for its high-quality services.

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Inn MATSUSHIMA (旅館松島)

Inn MATSUSHIMA is our recommendation for anyone who wants to stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan that is also not too far from the city. Inn MATSUSHIMA is located just a four-minute walk to Maita Station, which is then a 12-minute train ride to Yokohama Station.

Note that the public bath is not a completely all-natural onsen, but it takes stones from an onsen in Hokkaido. It is also quite small compared to the large-scale spas that are on this list, but perfect for those who are interested in staying in Japan like a local.

Another aspect that will truly make you feel like you are in Japan at Inn MATSUSHIMA is the food. There are multiple courses to choose from and all are traditional Japanese style. You will even be eating in a large open room, or as an alternative, you can reserve a private room to eat with just your party; both are also Japanese-style rooms with tatami (bamboo flooring).

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MAP

Below is a map of all the places that were mentioned in this article. We hope that you can use it as a guide for your travels.

Conclusion

What did you think?

Onsen might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Yokohama, but you would be surprised at how many interesting spots that you can find to soak in natural hot spring water.

We hope that you found a place to visit through this article.

Enjoy your trip to Yokohama!

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