[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sugar Beach Oarai Travelers wake up to ocean views and English breakfast at this peaceful waterfront retreat where relaxation comes naturally ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/4c02bcdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free minibar, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/e0d84809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/82c7f0d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dome Tent with Beach gate (4 Single-Beds), Non-smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/fcf0d7b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free minibar, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/57d8c9d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sugar Beach Oarai, located on the oceanfront, offers a peaceful escape from everyday life. Guests enjoy English breakfast each morning and can use public WiFi throughout their stay. The express check-in process ensures visitors settle quickly, maximizing vacation time. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 13 - Oct. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=106702907&PinnedHotelID=106702907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Free minibar, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/e0d84809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Dome Tent with Bath (4 Single-Beds), Non-smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Free minibar items Hair dryer Private bathroom - 301 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ![Free minibar, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/e0d84809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Dome Tent with Bath (2 Double-Beds), Non-smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Free minibar items Hair dryer Private bathroom - 301 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Dome Tent with Beach gate (4 Single-Beds), Non-smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/fcf0d7b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Dome Tent with Beach gate (4 Single-Beds), Non-smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Free minibar items Hair dryer Private bathroom - 291 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ![Free minibar, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106703000/106702907/2f55aee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Dome Tent with Beach gate (2 Double-Beds), Non-smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Free minibar items Hair dryer Private bathroom - 291 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOarai-Hotels-Sugar-Beach-Oarai.h106702907.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOarai-Hotels-Sugar-Beach-Oarai.h106702907.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Oarai is home to Sugar Beach Oarai. Hitachi Seaside Park and Oarai Sun Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Oarai Wakuwaku Museum and Oarai Marine Tower. [Visit our Oarai travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Oarai.dx6348908) [View more Holiday park resorts in Oarai](https://www.expedia.ca/Oarai-Holiday-Parks.d6348908-aaHolidayParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.29045%2C140.55882&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aMYd62fzrUmoQcQBkmAMFSuDHtI=) 256-164 Onukicho, Oarai, Ibaraki, 311-1311 ### What's nearby - Oarai Sun Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Oarai Marine Tower - 3 min drive - 2.8 km - Oarai Isosaki Shrine - 6 min drive - 5.1 km - Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium - 9 min drive - 6.8 km - Hitachi Seaside Park - 15 min drive - 15.8 km ### Getting around - Hitachinaka Nakaminato Station - 17 min drive - Ibaraki Airport (IBR) - 37 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪藤乃屋 - ‬4 min drive - ‪サザコーヒー 大洗店 - ‬4 min drive - ‪ブリアン 大洗店 - ‬4 min drive - ‪ガルパン喫茶 Panzer Vor - ‬4 min drive - ‪お魚天国 大洗浜っこ食堂 - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Sugar Beach Oarai Property highlights Sugar Beach Oarai provides amenities like free English breakfast and a terrace. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Express check-in and a vending machine Room features All guestrooms at Sugar Beach Oarai have comforts such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars. 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Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste ### Food and drink - Free stocked minibar ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as Sugar Beach Oarai Oarai Sugar Beach Oarai Holiday park Sugar Beach Oarai Holiday park Oarai ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sugar Beach Oarai pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sugar Beach Oarai? > As of Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Beach Oarai on Nov 5, 2025 start from CA $348.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Oarai-Hotels-Sugar-Beach-Oarai.h106702907.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Sugar Beach Oarai? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sugar Beach Oarai? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Sugar Beach Oarai? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sugar Beach Oarai located? > Situated in Oarai, this holiday park is within 3 mi (5 km) of Oarai Wakuwaku Museum, Oarai Marine Tower, and Oarai Isosaki Shrine. Oarai Sun Beach and Mitoshi Okushikaizukafureai Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sugar Beach Oarai Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.8 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Amenities ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 7.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### 夕美子 Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 海の目の前で景色は最高でした。 食事もＢＢＱの材料も豊富で、お肉はもちろん野菜も新鮮でとっても美味しかったです。 客室も清潔でした。また癒されに行きたいです。 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0760745f-03d9-45e2-9fbb-54c25356423f-1757718991289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/485e668f-1005-453c-899e-20b208346b47-1757718990535.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d589b0eb-bcda-4ef2-afd4-9972bffe2d70-1757719063092.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### 夕美子 Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Chiaki Aug 2, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness とてもよかったです。 ##### Chiaki Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ?? Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities オリジナルのマグカップなどの販売をしてほしい。 ##### ?? 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