Olivean Shodoshima Sunset Hill Hotel

The Room was spacious, clean, and wonderful. When I opened the window, I was surrounded by greenery, could see the sea in the distance, felt a refreshing breeze, and heard birds singing—so I was able to relax and truly unwind. Choosing the plan with both breakfast and dinner was absolutely the right decision. Although it was a buffet, everything was fresh, and not only were there plenty of ingredients from Shodoshima, but the seasonings such as olive oil, dressings, and soy sauce were especially delicious. I loved the colorful tomatoes and ate lots of them. The staff were kind and attentive. The bath area was also spacious and very pleasant. After breakfast, I took a walk around the garden. The large grounds were filled with many flowers and herbs in bloom and were beautifully maintained. There was a group visiting from overseas as well, but the property is so spacious that it never felt noisy—making for a great rest. I will definitely come again.

We stayed for two nights over Golden Week, combining a Kagawa udon trip with a visit to Shodoshima. There were two adults and two children in our group, and we splurged on a nicer Room—but this Ryokan exceeded our expectations.What stood out first was the warm hospitality of the staff. Whenever we asked about dinner times or evening events, they guided us with great care, and we felt comfortable throughout our stay.The Onsen was never crowded, so we could relax and soothe our tired bodies after visiting Kotohira Shrine. The meals were excellent, and our daughter was thrilled with the all-you-can-eat strawberries. Although the sky was cloudy, seeing the sunset through breaks in the clouds, enjoying a string instrument concert, and relaxing in the spacious garden with a borrowed picnic set all became wonderful family memories.Above all, the Room was truly lovely. Not only was it spacious, but it also had high ceilings, which made it feel especially open and relaxing.We would love to stay again. Next time, we look forward to a star-filled sky and watching the sunset on a clear day.