Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima

This was a trip with my daughter. Even before our trip, you were so considerate in many ways, which allowed us to travel around Yakushima with peace of mind. No matter how many times I stay, it feels fresh every time, and I’m often deeply moved—this is that kind of Hotel. Facilities and equipment can be improved through renovations, but hospitality and service can’t be achieved overnight. Each time I stay at sankara hotel, I truly feel the staff’s mindset and daily dedication. The meals are always extremely satisfying—beautifully presented dishes centered on local vegetables, fish, and meat that delight the eyes as well as the palate. I want to return to Yakushima again because I want to hear all the staff say “Welcome back.”

We stayed for 3 nights, but it still wasn’t nearly enough. Yakushima is often thought of as “all about trekking,” but you can absolutely enjoy it even with a long, relaxed stay at the Accommodation. For example, a guest from Eastern Europe was lounging by the pool from the morning—honestly, the atmosphere feels just like Southeast Asia (Bali in Indonesia, Phuket in Thailand, Langkawi in Malaysia, etc.), so if you love that vibe, this place is irresistible.On top of that, in the Junior Suite you can enjoy an Onsen right in your in-room bath! The bath is spacious and even has an ocean view—and the water quality is excellent.Also, as mentioned in someone else’s Review (maybe a blog), we were never once asked to confirm our name or Room number. Many of the staff were young, but everyone served us with genuine warmth and a real desire to make guests happy and help them enjoy their stay. We had dinner at “Orchard” all three nights; each meal was varied and we never got bored. The younger staff really shined here too and made it a lot of fun.This time, due to the recent typhoon, trekking at major spots was canceled. However, thanks to alternative options suggested by the trekking company arranged for us, we were able to get a great overall sense of Yakushima—including driving around the entire island—which ended up being perfect for us as first-time visitors. The spa and sauna were excellent as well. By making good use of hourly rental cars, we’d like to consider a longer stay next time (it almost makes you think there’s no need to go abroad just to unwind). Thank you very much for everything.