[2024 Beppu Stay] Travel Guide for Mure Beppu (Updated Oct)
Recommended Accommodation in Beppu: Mure Beppu, Enjoy Desserts with Foot Bath.
Getting to 'Mure Beppu' from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture is simple. After getting off at JR Beppu Station, you can take a taxi from the station front and arrive at the accommodation in about 10 minutes. Since it is close to Beppu city center, you can also walk, which takes about 30 minutes. The walking route allows you to experience the unique atmosphere of the hot spring area, so it is recommended to take a leisurely walk if you have time.
The location of 'Mure Beppu' is especially great for those who enjoy shopping, as there is a large shopping mall called YouMe Town right across the street. This place not only has various brand stores but also a supermarket where you can buy local Japanese food and souvenirs, making it very convenient to shop just a short walk from the accommodation. If you need something suddenly or want to do some shopping during your trip, the close proximity is very convenient.
The 'Cafe SHU' in the lounge of 'Mure Beppu' offers 'Dango Bingsu,' which is undoubtedly the best dessert in summer. It features chewy dango on top of cool and soft ice, with the mild sweetness of the red bean paste blending perfectly with the plain taste of the dango, melting in your mouth. It's not too sweet, so you can enjoy it until the end without getting tired of it. It feels like a modern reinterpretation of traditional flavors you can enjoy in Beppu.
The experience of soaking your feet in the hot spring water at the rooftop foot bath was truly special. As Beppu is famous for its hot springs in Japan, the hot spring water here was enough to relieve fatigue. The rooftop setting allows you to see the cityscape at a glance, and at night, you can quietly relax while watching the stars. The water temperature is comfortably warm, so you can soak your feet for a long time without discomfort, helping you forget the fatigue accumulated during your trip.