THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS Ginoza

We stayed as a family, and it far exceeded our expectations—one of the most memorable hotel stays we’ve had in Japan.During our stay, when our child suddenly developed a fever, the staff responded quickly with flexible, warm, and attentive care. Thanks to their heartfelt support, we were able to relax and stay comfortable with peace of mind. We are truly grateful.The cuisine was outstanding—light and gentle on the body while fully bringing out the natural flavors of each ingredient. We have visited well-regarded food-focused inns such as renowned auberges on Yakushima, and this delivered an equally satisfying experience. In fact, it was so impressive that it even outshone the prestigious resort we visited the day before—the one known for its lion crest.We booked an entry-level room, but it was more than spacious enough and very comfortable thanks to its refined layout with no wasted space. The ocean-view jacuzzi on the terrace in particular felt wonderfully open and relaxing. (Please note: the sea directly in front of the hotel is not a location where you can simply walk in and swim/play right away, so those planning a trip centered around beach activities may want to keep this in mind.)We regularly visit many different styles of resorts both in Japan and abroad, but one night here felt far too short. It’s a place that makes us want to return every year—and ideally stay for several nights at a leisurely pace.When we visit Okinawa again, we will definitely return. Thank you very much for such a wonderful time.

This was my fourth visit. Due to COVID and being unable to travel because of typhoons, I hadn’t been able to come for quite some time, and five years had passed since my third stay. Visiting again after so long reminded me what a wonderful hotel this is. The quiet, relaxing atmosphere is truly soothing. That said, I felt the cuisine has changed quite a bit compared with five years ago and around the time it first opened. Everything was delicious this time as well, but compared with before, it seemed there was less focus on French cuisine and fewer surprising touches. I still vividly remember how impressive the dessert was—a whole peach compote made using an entire peach—which was absolutely delicious. Although many things have changed, it remains a great hotel. I definitely want to return again.