jungle lodges
Hanazono
Japan
Zaborin
9.6Hanazono, Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan
Private outdoor onsen in every villa
From $800 / night
Check ratesUnusual hotels in Japan: 3 stays worth the trip
3 hand-picked stays in Japan, from cave hotels, treehouse hotels, jungle lodges and beyond. Prices start around $350 a night at Benesse House Naoshima; our highest-scored pick is Zaborin.
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Compare at a glance
| Stay | Where | Type | Typical price / night | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zaborin | Hanazono, Niseko, Hokkaido | jungle lodges | $800 - $2500 (Ultra-luxury) | Couples, Honeymoon | Check rates |
| Benesse House Naoshima | Naoshima Island, Kagawa | cave hotels | $350 - $900 (Luxury) | Art lovers, Architecture enthusiasts | Check rates |
| Hoshinoya Fuji | Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi | treehouse hotels | $400 - $800 (Luxury) | Couples, Nature lovers | Check rates |
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cave hotels
Naoshima Island
Japan
Naoshima Island, Kagawa, Japan
Tadao Ando architecture with integrated permanent art collection
From $350 / night
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Fujikawaguchiko
Japan
Hoshinoya Fuji
9.1Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, Japan
Direct Mount Fuji views from private terraces
From $400 / night
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Quick answers
What are the most unusual hotels in Japan?
Our top pick is Zaborin in Hanazono, Niseko, Hokkaido. We list 3 standout stays in Japan, including cave hotels, treehouse hotels, jungle lodges.
What is the cheapest unusual hotel in Japan?
Benesse House Naoshima (Naoshima Island, Kagawa) has the lowest typical rate on our list, around $350 - $900 per night. Rates vary by season, so check live prices.
When is the best time to visit Japan for these stays?
It depends on the property; see each hotel page for seasonal notes.