THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS Ginoza

To avoid the rainy season and bears, I took a solo trip to Okinawa. I chose HIRAMATSU because I had great stays at their Atami and Kyoto properties. I arranged the spa and a Shuttle Service taxi in advance—I'm glad I did. Although it was before the end of the rainy season, it was perfectly clear with strong sunshine and heat, so I spent most of my time reading in my Room, occasionally enjoying the beautiful view from there. (Only a few groups seemed to be enjoying the pool.) I really like how HIRAMATSU designs their Rooms—chic and very functional. Having sunscreen provided was a big help. For dinner, I chose a course with smaller portions, which was more than enough for me. I also requested wine pairing and enjoyed the colorful dishes. On the second morning, breakfast was Japanese-style, which I appreciated since that's what I'm used to at home. The tuna with grated yam was delicious. At the spa, I booked a facial and head spa—it was pure bliss. The atmosphere was quiet and calm, and I could truly relax. Thank you very much.

I stayed in a Premium Double Room on the first floor. There was a jacuzzi on the terrace right in front of me, and with a short walk I could reach the pool and the beach. I was happy to find a Hotel like this in Japan.\nThe Room was spacious, and the furniture felt luxurious—everything was wonderful. They held events every day, and I joined morning yoga the next day. Doing yoga on the lawn while listening to birdsong was amazing.\nSince the Hotel has only a small number of Rooms, I was able to truly relax and unwind. All of the staff were very young and kind. I would love to stay again.