Villa Hamorebi

I first went to Miyajima in 2023 on a day trip, and I vowed then that the next time I went to the island, I would stay overnight. I picked this villa for 2 nights in 2025, and it was the perfect complement to what i'd say is the most beautiful place I have ever visited. I was shown around by the friendliest of hosts when I arrived. The beds were beyond comfy, the building felt both traditional and modern at the same time. And to be able to hike Mount Misen in the day, to come back to an outdoor bath in the evening was perfect. Not to mention being able to watch the sunset behind the Itsukushima Torii when all the tourists have gone home. I am definitely staying here again in the future.

Honestly, there is nothing about this property that I didn't like.

It was a beautiful villa with plenty of space for me and a lovely outdoor bath. It was ery pleasant.

Very high class finish inside, lots of freebies!

Beautiful property in tranquil setting away from crowds of day trippers. The rotenburo is fantastic, and there are outdoor balconies and garden spaces that feel private (though heavy rain on the second day meant we didn’t get to enjoy them much). Entire property spotlessly clean. Definitely choose the half pension option for meals at the associated ryokan (Mizuha-so, which both our mapping apps misplaced—follow the signs for the aquarium, and you’ll find it right across the street). Staff friendly, with pretty good English. Meals excellent, though of course very fish-forward (it is, after all, an island). Both Japanese and Western options offered for breakfast, but we chose Japanese and it was lovely. Fully stocked complimentary bar, with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, as well as hot beverages and some small snacks.

Note the the property is not attached to the ryokan, and is located a short but steep walk up a paved path. Not an issue for most, but anyone with mobility issues might find it daunting.