Hotels near Yakushima airport

Pros: Rarely have we ever experienced the kindly, attentive but discreet, hospitality that we experienced here at Sen-no-Ie. The facilities are the epitome of relaxation: self-contained, spacious (we loved the way high ceilings), comfortable (futons that floated us to sleep), uncluttered, and all natural wood grain from underfoot to overhead. The traditional bathhouse annex was an evening delight. The setting is a sylvan idyll, a forest resort. From start to finish, it was a relaxing, reassuring, and heartwarming stay thanks to superb facilities on beautiful grounds, and gentle proprietors and staff who really care. Free parking.

Cons: Nothing to dislike - at all!

Pros: The cottage was beautiful and even had an irori (fireplace) that can be used in winter. The owner was very friendly and we enjoyed flipping through his illustrated manual of how to use the Goemonburo (traditional bath). Our cottage had everything we needed, including an equipped kitchen, and the location was good - Miyanoura port, a supermarket and restaurants are nearby with a car.

Pros: Room is so clean and cozy. You can swim the river right next to the cottage in summer time. Japanese traditional style of bath was excellent. I couldn’t ask more. Chopsticks making workshop is a must to try!

Pros: Very friendly and accommodating staff. Great location and beautiful cottages with real Japanese experience. Futon beds with heating (it was a little cold still at night), a traditional coal fire and traditional baths. Owner makes beautiful wooden artworks and you can give making your own chopsticks a try. The island is truly mesmerizing...

Pros: The cottege is quite far away from the city center. Despite that the room was amazing and the host super friendly and helpful. Matsubanda is the best bus company in town, we lost a phone and the host and the company help us to retrive it and matsubanda bring it back to the cottage. Vary recommended

Cons: All is more than perfect

Pros: Beautiful location Lovely host

Pros: The cottages are very well maintained, great location and the owner was super helpful, giving us a ride to the ferry and umbrellas for our trip to Shiratani Ravine. The bus station is just a few meters away. For a proper tour of the island the best is to rent a car. Restaurants are quite limited in the area, so check on google before you want to have a dinner/lunch.

Pros: Sen-no-ie located just few minutes drive from Miyanoura port/town and on the way up to Shiratani Unsuikyo, making it very convenient location if you have a car. The description for room and bathroom are a bit ambiguous so we really didn't know what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised that we got our own detached cottage as well as private detached bath facility! (they are separate and require walking). The cottage is large and charming, very clean and exceed all our expectation. The bath the star of this stay, you get private Goemon bath that staff prepared with fire wood everyday and shower that you can use anytime. Also don't miss chop stick making class, we really liked it. Laundry facility is great as well, they have washer and dryer as well as rack to hang up your clothes. We missed the few details since we didn't really guide book... but actually they can even get lunch box deliver to you in the morning if you going hiking next day. Be sure to take advantage of that! Also they provide Japanese style charcoal BBQ that you can reserve and bring your own meat and fish. We really want to try it but we ran out of time. The owner, wood working master, his wife and son are very warm and welcoming.

Cons: There is only one English speaking staff, so communication can be a bit complicated at times. This is really isn't their fault but they only except cash and getting money exchanged or atm on island is a pain! so if you stay there make sure you bring enough cash. Lastly you are staying in the wood next to river which is very charming, but there can be some bugs... we got 2 mr.spider a size of a baseball visiting our room, which my wife freaked out a bit.

Pros: Booking’s review is very misleading!

Cons: It is just a guest house - not comfortable stay

Pros: Miho is the most wonderful host you can imagine. She thinks about everything before you can even think of it and makes sure you are more than ok with her help and advice. And the breakfast she prepares is absolutely delicious. The house is very comfortable.

Pros: Miho is the host of your dreams, can't get any better than this. She helped me to book a rental car (car was at the door next morning), recommended restaurants nearby and even drives you there if the way is too long. Additionally the breakfast is awesome, you should definitely choose this option. House is close to Anbo Port and with a rental car you can easily explore all of the island. Communication is easy and Miho is a genuinely nice person, highly recommend to stay at Miho's place.

Cons: My stay was too short

Pros: - All the recommendations and help that provided me Miho-san, as well as her boss, were invaluable for making the most of my days staying at Yakushima. I immensely appreciate all the attention given. - The breakfasts were awesome. - All the facilities were spotless. - The room I had was quite big and very comfortable. - Regarding the location and some nearby facilities: it is just at less than 4 minutes walk from the bus stop which I used for going to Shiratani Unsuikyo and Yakusugi Land. Additionally, just in front of the bus stop there is a tiny shop that sells obentos in the morning. The rental shop for the trekking equipment is less than 15 minutes walk.

Cons: I have no complaints at all.

Pros: Very clean, comfortable and quiet. Miho, the host of the property, was exceptional. She went out of her way to ensure my stay was perfect every way.

Pros: I had a really nice stay at la Isla Tasse. The location is great, 10 minutes walking distance from the port, near some really good restaurants, bento shops and directly in front of the Ambo river. Also the room is quite spacious for a single room, there‘s no private bathroom but the 2 big bathrooms really make up for it (there‘s even a jacuzzi in each one of them!!). The breakfast was great, everything was spotless. But what made it worth the 10 is the great Miho-san who helped me as I checked in to order the rental car (which was then provided for me in front of the guesthouse), book some kayak courses, gave me advives on the trek and top things to do and she even drove me back to Ambo port after I checked out and so many other things, thanks again for you customer service it was fantastic :)

Pros: Miho's service and breakfast is nice! she will even drive you if you need to rent hiking equipment or go to restaurants! Of course the owner is also kind and helpful. Overall a great staying experience.

Cons: none.

Pros: The owner is helpful. He provides me advice on the trekking, and helps to order lunch box for me. The breakfast is very nice as well. It is a traditional Japanese breakfast, which is the best to start a whole-day hiking. It is clean everywhere.

Cons: Everything is good, none.

Pros: Very european house, lovely decorated and a really nice garden directly facing Anbo river. Miho is the perfect host and serves probably the best breakfast in Japan.

Cons: Very slow internet

Pros: Beautiful dining rand common areas in Europe style. Room with lake view. Big and well equipped common bathroom with Jacuzzi. Tasty Japanese breakfast in just right portion and variety. Friendly and helpful owner on activity advice and dining. It is a stylish and outstanding building by the lake.

Cons: A little pricey

Pros: The owners could not have been friendlier or more welcoming for our one night stay. Though there was a bit of a language barrier (they don't speak much English) they got us situated right away, drove us to the bus office to buy a bus pass, and recommended an excellent sashimi restaurant within walking distance. Our room had an excellent view over the Ambk river and my mom and I slept like logs to the sound of lapping water. Divine! It was nice being right in town and would definitely go back if we return to Yakushima. Also I highly recommend springing for the Japanese style breakfast in the morning. It's a great deal at 500 yen.

Cons: Since the bathroom is shared (we didn't know that) there is some noise from other occupants coming and going down the hall at night. Not a big deal though and part of the program with a b&b style house.

Pros: We booked the triple room with bathroom and it was very clean and spacious. There were washing machines where you can use for free which is a very nice gesture. The inn was within walking to several restaurants. The breakfast was simple but good portions and very delicious. The family who run this place are very efficient and warm. On departure they even sent us to the ferry terminal as it was drizzling. It was such a nice gesture!

Cons: Nothing

Pros: comfy bed ...good toilet shower has kitchen shared facilities

Pros: The location is excellent ! Outside the house is a bus stop to multi location which makes life much easier ! The staff are very helpful and nice.

Cons: More open space

Pros: Very close to bus stop. Host are nice. Room is clean.

Pros: Super friendly owner Good breakfast Close to the ferry dock, bus stop and restaurants Functional rooms

Pros: 1. The host is an old couple and they are so nice in introducing us about Yakushima (the popular restaurant nearby and the hiking route). Despite they can’t speak English, they used translate app to communicate with us. 2. The room is equipped with private shower room which is very rare in Yakushima. It is clean and tidy. 3. The homemade Japanese breakfast was so nice and the dishes changed everyday. 4. The location is so convenient with free parking space. Supermarket is just 1 minute drive away. 5. There is fridge, washing machine and drying machine for sharing.

Cons: 1. The room was filled with some smell.

Pros: Staff were great. Very clean and private guest house style. Comfortable stay.

Pros: Cosy room in Japanese style.

Pros: Very nice staff, clean room, great breakfast, prime location next to the ports, free parking, free washing machine (paid dryer)

Cons: Matress is very thin, hard to sleep. Every sound from the hallways gets into the room. Cash only payment.

Pros: + The owner was very accommodating and understanding! I missed the early morning ferry from Kagoshima port and couldn't make it to the island on schedule, so I called and the owner agreed to move my reservation by one night at no extra charge and without any fuss. + Really good location. Within walking distance to the Miyanoura Port and there's a bus stop right in front of the property. + Free use of the washing machine, and there's a coin-operated dryer. + They provide a stack of bath and face towels you can use, which are conveniently placed in the shower area.

Pros: This is the perfect place to stay if you plan on using the bus to hike the famous spots - the bus stop is right outside. Accommodation was basic but very clean and great value for money.

Pros: Close to the bus station, good amenities - free tea, coffee etc. Very friendly owners.

Pros: Very nice minshuku. Room was big, kitchen was clean, staffs were very kind.

Cons: nothing special

Cons: The tenant was not able to provide update information regarding restaurants in the area for having breakfast or diner. Rouge recommended by him was closed since the beginning of July.

Pros: Good experience, hosts seem really nice but they absolutely don’t speak any word of English.

Pros: Hospitality, equipment, the Mongol house, Yakushima, and the lovely owner.

Pros: Mi-Chan, the owner, went above and beyond the duties of a host and drove me to the supermarket and dinner because I didn’t have a car. He also helped me figure out the bus system. He is the friendliest man! Also I had a great dinner at one of the restaurants he recommended, sanpotei, and he look me to see a beach at sunset! Overall a lovely stay!

Pros: The owner was kind. He gave us an interesting talk on the history of various locations around Japan and took us to and from a local recommended restaurant

Pros: Super nice

Pros: Miku-Chan, the owner, was one of the most friendly and helpful host I have ever had. He have all the possible tips to enjoy the island, he prepares sometime snack with local produce and of course the yurt just like the rest of the facility was clean and cozy.

Cons: There was nothing bad at all. The whole facility and experience were perfect. Thank you.

Pros: The host is amazing, he took me to supermarkets, restaurants he even took me to the beach and showed me a few things around the island. When I arrived I told him what I wanted to do he planned my trip with bus times which was very helpful as there is little information on busses before you arrive. The room was very cool at night which I was surprised as the island was very hot when I went. I cannot describe how loving and chatty the host was even tho he didn’t speak much English. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to go to yakushima. I would have payed double the price to stay here. I rate this house 1000/10

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Super nice host who even showed us around and gave us many useful information! It was interesting to listen to him and he also let us use his kitchen :) We enjoyed our stay and would go there again!

Cons: The location is not too accessible without a car, though very convenient for some hikes :)

Pros: We got a Japanese tatami room and it was comfortable. The public bath is nice. Jew is incredible. Easy walk to town for dinner.

Cons: It is slightly dated.

Pros: Responsive staff to our questions before arriving. Thank you for understanding our situation and making adjustments as necessary. We stayed in the new deluxe wing of the hotel, which on their website is rebranded as a separate hotel (it should be in a different star class). Terrific views of the sea, clean comfortable rooms. Much better value for money than the most expensive hotel option on Yakushima.

Cons: Some of the sashimi didn't look that fresh.

Pros: The staff were friendly and helpful. Several could communicate in english with me. The breakfasts and dinner were traditional Japanese cuisine and very delicious. The hotel was clean and had a lovely view of the ocean. The location was great and several different restaurants are in walking distance!

Cons: The bed was harder than i prefer.

Pros: Excellent hotel and I loved my twin room with its big windows, light and coziness. I even extended my stay by a day. The staff here go out of their way to help. Two nearby bus stops (for going south or north around the island or to the Anbo Port) and within walking distance. One bus goes to Yakusugi Land which is excellent for hiking. Bus times back are limited so I hitched a ride back after a 3 hour hike which was about the right distance for me. Cars (if you have an international driver's license) , and regular and electric bikes can be rented nearby but the owner has unpredictable hours. Also there are very good nearby restaurants, two within a 5 minute walk and a lovely coffee/chai stand that is 10 minutes away. Great bugers at Mos Burger and a variety of food including sushi very close by. I stayed in Mynoura, Anbo and in a cottage near Hirauchi Onsen on the south side of the island and would say that Anbo is the most convenient location for shopping, ATM at post office (closes at 6pm each day) and other services. Nice breakfast buffet.

Cons: Only thing missing is a more attractive garden from the onsen to look at and electrical bikes and regular bikes to rent (or provide for free) from hotel. I'm one of those people who don't at all need such a big gift shop but I do need bikes to get around. Having to rely on the local bike shop that has irregular hours was a bummer. Also, need to be able to refer a masseuse and not just tell me to use the massage chair which is a nice bonus but I wanted a real live massage. Also, I think the stone spa treatment should be included in cost of hotel. I thought it was way too expensive for what it was and I was disappointed in it.

Pros: The hotel had a lovely garden in the back and a great view of the ocean. I also really liked the size for three people - very comfortable and not at all cramped. The front desk was super helpful - the woman on duty called a variety of car dealers in order to help us find a place to rent a car.

Cons: The location wasn't perfect. I would have preferred being slightly closer to the port.

Pros: Lovely position overlooking the sea Helpful staff Lovely clean public bath

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Very nice hotel with spacious rooms AND a balcony facing the ocean. Great view!

Pros: The staff was very polite, but although we speak Japanese perfectly we could not get answers from them easily. They seem to follow a certain training protocol and do not wish to be flexible at all, especially around foreigners. The rooms are very clean and facing ocean, which is perfect for a restful time on the island.

Cons: When I reserved the room, Booking.com offered a room for 4 people. However upon our arrival we were given 2 single beds and one futon. So one of our children did not have a place to sleep. The hotel staff kept telling me that they do not have rooms for 4 people. But in fact the room allowed for a space to put one more futon. It took me a long time to converse with the hotel staff and convince them to put one more futon on the floor. Obviously we would pay it. They were super inflexible and got me upset before they agreed.

Pros: Excellent location and very spacious! The staff were always so helpful and polite, everything with a smile. ありがとうみなさん！ I loved the free tea and biscuits in the room and the free onsen. The supermarket opposite the hotel has some tasty food and drinks. This hotel really made my vacation perfect!

Pros: Excellent location with rooms overlooking the river and a short walk to some restaurants and a good large grocery store. Be advised though, some local restaurants will not serve you if you are a Westerner because of "corona virus." Best restaurant with excellent paella is the Sea Glass House. Friendly and woman-owned and woman chef. One excellent woman staff person who speaks English. Otherwise, get ready to pull out the Google translate.

Cons: Place is very old school with very slow internet, very thin pads for the tatami mats (I used three to be able to sleep comfortably) and a depressing and cold entrance. The onsen is passable but does not look out on the gorgeous scenery. Heaters work well in rooms but I had to ask for a bedside lamp. I've stayed at lots of traditional Japanese inns but I think this one is charging too much for what it is offering off-season. I found a full cottage in town for $60, instead of $100 for a room per night.

Pros: Great location, right next to the river with a view of the mountains, and with a bus stop outside with busses heading up to some of the nicest (and most accessible) forest trails, as well as the busses round the island and to the ports/airport. Good quality dinner and breakfast. Nice, large rooms in the traditional Japanese tatami-and-futon style. The onsen includes a sauna and plunge pool, which was a really nice touch.

Cons: Feels a little dated away from the bedrooms, but nothing major. It's a shame there's no view from the onsen - it's quite functional.

Pros: The location was perfect, less than 10min from the closest supermarket, 10~15min to the restaurant areas, 10km from the parking lot of Shiratani Unsuiko parking lot. Staffs were friendly and helpful. They have a shuttle to pick up and drop off at the airport or port. Our room had a nice view on the river. The room itself was spacious enough for 2 and clean.

Cons: n/a

Pros: The onsen and yukata, very good traditional breakfast

Pros: Amazing food amazing staff great place. Highly recommend!

Cons: It was perfect

Pros: Very friendly and helpful staff, great food and views from the room. Also, the onsen was a great addition to our stay!

Pros: very clean and comfortable, we had a good rest after hiking

Cons: poor wifi connection

Pros: Japanese style accommodation with communal bath available. I slept in a futon on tatamis with a view on the river. Very nice staff and nice traditional Japanese food. The staff can pick you up and take you back to the airport upon request.

Cons: nothing it was all great!

Pros: Great service and friendly staff. Spacious and comfortable room overlooking the river. Really beautiful! Felt very safe and peaceful. Had an onsen included which was a nice feature.

Cons: We got a room that had been smoked in. An older hotel but not bad.

Pros: organized and functional - good value for money

Cons: not very stylish - fairly basic facilities

Pros: A good example of simple Japanese accommodation away from a big city. A good sized tatami mat room which was both living room and bed (futon) room, also a small side room with chairs and a small table. Breakfast was basic Japanese style, we did manage to get a cooked egg, rather than the normal raw egg to go onto the rice. Dinner was available but we chose to eat nearby. There is a very close supermarket. Staff were very friendly although not much english is spoken. A rental car is useful for sightseeing.

Cons: Did not take Visa card for payment. Coffee not normally offered at breakfast. Not signposted in English from the access road.

Pros: Good value for money and got a lovely corner room with 8 mats and more. Futons were fine and laundry was crisp and clean.

Cons: The smell of smoke from the rooms where smoking is allowed permeated the corridor and made going to the bathrooms down toilet quite unpleasant.

Pros: Great location, good breakfast, beautifully clean room and access to laundry, nice staff.

Cons: Not a complaint but a note to those not used to futons that you may find sleeping on a hard surface challenging, especially if muscle sore after lots of hiking.

Pros: Yakusugi-su is a typical minshiku in a small town on a small island. The tatami room had a nice view on the river front. Food was excellent and people nice, friendly and very helpful.

Pros: Nice house, nice room, the car ride to the ferry terminal

Cons: Walls are really really thin, futon not that comfortable

Pros: Quiet location yet near public transport and shops, modernised traditional style. Very helpful and friendly staff who let me check in early due to the cyclone creating havoc with plans. A very cosy and comfortable stay : )

Pros: The property has a nice Onsen. It is great place to relax after doing long hikes. Dinner and breakfast were good. Located walking distance to the airport.

Cons: We went during a Japanese holiday weekend. The price was expensive but that is expected. The power went out a few times during intense thunderstorms. The bed was a little cheap. I recommend tatami room if you go.

Pros: Front desk staff was excellent. Very helpful in helping us to rearrange our jetfoil schedule to depart earlier before the in coming typhoon. Onsen.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Very kindly staff,The famous hotel where stayed VIP , The room is clean but old one

Cons: Nothing

Pros: From our room, we could enjoy a great view on the port. The location is perfect as it is a walking distance from the center. The breakfast can be enjoyed with a peaceful view on the Anbo river.

Cons: The futon were not comfortable

Pros: Really friendly staff. Great location if travelling by bus around the island, to Yakusugimuseum and Yakusugiland. Beautiful view from the room. Good breakfast.

Cons: Room/decor worn out, seen its best days and would need update. Taken this into account, price was high.

Pros: nice room, great view, large public bath, perfect location for Jomonsugi hike and local restaurants

Pros: Excellent location. Great view and very yummy breakfast

Cons: No flexibility in checkout gime

Pros: Great Japanese style accomodation. Close to bus stop. Staff were very helpful and friendly.

Pros: Very good location, easy access from the port and for hiking trips. Bus nearby and restaurants nearby as well. Some staff speak English very well and super helpful.

Pros: Clean rooms and with en suite. I also left some Important stuff there and they kindly posted it to me.

Cons: If you don’t have a car it is a bit of a walk up from the bus stop. No internet.

Pros: Pleasant couple that runs the place. Kindly have us a lift to the ferry terminal. Very clean

Cons: Rooms feel more like old school classrooms that they’ve put beds into. Whole place in desperate need of a revamp. Very dated and therefore at $100 a night, very expensive.

Pros: I’ve already stayed at pension skyview last year and i can definitely recommend it. The rooms are very comfortable and clean, with good WiFi-access and aircon, bathroom with bathtub and electronic toilet. Very yummy japanese breakfast. The owners of the guesthouse are so very kind and helpful. During my stay I got a cold and stayed in bed for a day. They provided me with a second blanket and even dinner when they realized I didn’t leave the room. I’m very thankful and will definitely come again!

Pros: Nice old couple mending the place

Cons: No internet and no hairdryer

Pros: This property is like a camp dormitory or hostel with private rooms, a dining area on the roof with a view of the ocean, nice beds and toilets in each room...the location is excellent because it is close to the ferry, grocery store, post office (which has the ATM), and it's also close to Shiratani Utsuikyo and the major shrines (Yakushima Shrine and Yaku Shrine). The hosts are very kind and friendly! I highly recommend this as a place to stay, especially if you plan on hiking. The deep tub is a great way to relax afterward.

Cons: The rooms get pretty cold at night so make sure you run your in-room air con unit for heat!

Pros: The proprietor kindly drove us to the city to rent a car. (International license is required) It is recommended to rent a car. Adjacent to the hotel (a 2-minute drive) there is an automatic laundry and a supermarket. The rooms are simple but comfortable.

Pros: Very nice people.

Cons: Awful beds and shower. Also expensive.