SETOUCHI RETREAT AONAGI by Onko Chishin

We stayed after a round of golf and had a wonderful experience. The staff provided attentive service, the meals were luxurious and delicious, and the private pool/jacuzzi/sauna were spotless (once you factor in time to change and shower, an hour goes by in no time). We also enjoyed complimentary sparkling wine, orange juice, etc. in the well-maintained lounge, plus free beer, juice, snacks, and more in the in-room refrigerator. There was plenty to enjoy within the Hotel alone, so we felt it is well worth staying even without playing golf. Next time we would like to try the spa treatments and stay in a different Room as well—we would love to return. The adjacent Elleair Matsuyama golf course is excellent too, but we hope many people who don’t play will also experience the appeal of this resort.Dinner focused on wine; since we don’t usually drink wine, we ordered beer and shochu instead. We would have appreciated a slightly wider selection of beer, shochu, and whisky.At such a wonderful Hotel, many guests will likely stay for special occasions—but it’s an Accommodation that we want as many people as possible to experience even on an ordinary trip. Our elderly parents were very satisfied as well.Thank you for this valuable experience.

We visited for a family trip to celebrate our daughter’s marriage.As it was formerly an art museum, we were overwhelmed by the meticulously designed building by Tadao Ando and the many artworks displayed throughout the property.The Room was extremely comfortable, and the pool we had been looking forward to was wonderful—we were able to fully enjoy this extraordinary space.We expected Western cuisine, but instead were delighted by beautifully refined Japanese dishes. The drink pairings matched to each course were perfect, and every dish moved us.The congratulatory wedding cake we had ordered was also truly delicious and became a wonderful keepsake. We sincerely appreciate the warm hospitality of all the staff.This is a superb Hotel where architecture, art, and food are all in harmony, and we would love to stay again.