Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima

Location: Mugio 553, Yakushima, jp

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Resorts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Free beach shuttle
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Terrace
• BBQ facilities
• Lift / Elevator
• Luggage storage
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Car hire
• Concierge service
• Wheelchair accessible
• Allergy-free room
• Public transport tickets
• Adult only
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• CCTV outside property
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Security alarm
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Key card access
• Television in common areas
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Free wired internet
• Scuba diving on site
• Snorkeling on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Free beach shuttle
• Beach umbrellas
• Free pool cabanas
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Beach yoga on site
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Wine release events
• Reception hall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Fishing nearby
• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Bulk dispenser for toiletries
• Paddle boating nearby
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Sankara Villa Suite Ocean View

  1 King Bed

  1119-sq-foot room with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom and living room

  Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

  Entertainment - 30-inch flat-screen TV, satellite channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, free minibar items, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub

  Practical - Safe, desk, and phone

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Grab bar near toilet

  Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Electric kettle
  • Bidet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Designer toiletries
  • Free WiFi
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate living room
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Bed sheets not available
  • Desk chair

• Samudra Villa (1f)

  2 Twin Beds

  570-sq-foot room with garden views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom and living room

  Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

  Entertainment - 30-inch flat-screen TV, satellite channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, free minibar items, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub

  Practical - Day bed, safe, and desk

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Grab bar near toilet

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Electric kettle
  • Bidet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Designer toiletries
  • Free WiFi
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate living room
  • Day bed
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Bed sheets not available
  • Desk chair

• Junior Suite with Sea View

  This suite offers 2 single beds. Guests must be at least 13 years of age or above to stay in this room.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Additional bathroom
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Wine or champagne
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Accessible by lift
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Air purifiers
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Villa with Forest View - Manasa (2F)

  Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious twin room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access and a flat-screen TV with streaming services.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Villa Suite with Sauna

  This suite's standout feature is the sauna. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit has 5 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Sauna
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Additional bathroom
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Wine or champagne
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Accessible by lift
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Air purifiers
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Villa with Forest View - Manasa (1F)

  Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker and executive lounge access.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Suite with Sea View

  Fitted with a spa treatment room, a private bath and additional bathrooms. This very spacious air-conditioned suite features a large balcony. A refrigerator, a CD player, and a flat-screen TV with DVD player are included. The private bathroom features slippers and free organic amenities. A hairdryer and a bathrobe are provided. Guests can choose to have 2 King-size beds, or 1 extra-large bed (2 beds stuck together side-by-side). Guests must be at least 13 years of age or above to stay in this room.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Additional bathroom
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Wine or champagne
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Accessible by lift
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Air purifiers
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Junior Suite

  This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Wine or champagne
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Accessible by lift
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Air purifiers
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Villa With Forest View - Samudra Soma (1f)

  The air-conditioned villas feature a terrace. A refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV with DVD player are included in each. The en suite bathroom features slippers and free organic amenities. A hairdryer and a bathrobe are provided. Guests can choose to have 2 single beds, or 1 King-size bed (2 beds stuck together side-by-side). Guests must be at least 13 years of age or above to stay in this room.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Villa With Forest View - Samudra Tara (2f)

  This air-conditioned villa is located on the 2nd floor, and features a balcony. A refrigerator, a CD player, and a flat-screen TV with DVD player are included. The en suite bathroom features slippers and free organic amenities. A hairdryer and a bathrobe are provided. Guests can choose to have 2 single beds, or 1 King-size bed (2 beds stuck together side-by-side). Guests must be at least 13 years of age or above to stay in this room.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Deluxe Villa with Sea View

  This air-conditioned villa features a kitchen and a wood terrace that looks out to the ocean. A refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV with DVD player are included. The private bathroom features slippers and free organic amenities. A hairdryer and a bathrobe are provided. Guests must be at least 13 years of age or above to stay in this room.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Bidet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Additional bathroom
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Shower chair
  • Pool towels
  • Wine or champagne
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Pajamas
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Air purifiers
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

Guest Reviews

• Kate (10/5): -
• Jérôme (10/5): Tout est absolument parfait ! -
• Welsh Greek Poet (10/5): -
• Rob (9/5): Civilised rest in a remote environment. - The staff were phenomenal. Nothing was too much trouble and in keeping with Japanese hospitality everywhere we have been, they genuinely seem to want to deliver great service, but not in a subservient way.
• Yilang (10/5): 這是屋久島最棒的飯店，Okas法式料理更是精彩體驗，有台灣人在此工作，說中文也能通。 - 服務和環境、餐點、房間設備、景色…全都很棒！
• Zoe (10/5): - On a tout adoré merci infiniment pour l' accueil cet hotel est formidable, le personnel est vraiment génial et attentif et à l’écoute. Les produits sont de qualité. L equipment et produits disponibles en chambre sont top. Le restaurant est excellent. La location de la voiture de l hotel etait à un tarif très correct ce qui est appreciable vraiment. Rirn merci pour tout
• Selçuk (9/5): Aussergewöhnlich tolles Hotel. - sehr tolles und zuvorkommendes Personal. Sie kümmern sich um alle Belange des Kunden. Es ist einmal vorgekommen, dass Hausreinigung nicht zufrieden stellend war. Nach dem ich sie darauf hingewiesen habe, wurde das sehr schnell behoben.
• SHUNMAY (10/5): -
• SIRAYMA (10/5): 最高 - 全て良かったです なし
• sakai (10/5): また来たい。 - おもてなしの気持ちがスタッフ全員高いレベルで浸透共有されていました。 ありません。
• Hanns (9/5): Absolutes Tophotel am „Ende der Welt“ - Extrem gutes Abendessen in der 2. Etage Michelin - Koch, 5 Gang- franz/ jap. Dinner vier Abende jeweils neue Gerichte !! Nicht raucherfeindlich wie Tokyo Wetter
• McGuane (10/5): -
• Fumihiro (10/5): LOOK NO FURTHER. No wonder this is One Michelin Star HOTEL. - 朝食のbuffetも良かったが夜の創作フレンチが最高で、店内の感じも落ち着いてゆっくりと食事を堪能できました。 総料理長との貴重なお話も聞けて非常に充実した時間を過ごせました。 有難うございました。 また機会がありましたら宿泊したいホテルです。 特になし
• Holger (10/5): Exzellentes kleines Resort auf einer einzigartigen Insel - Erholung pur! Exzellente Küche und top-Personal! Nichts
• Angela (10/5): Where Luxury Meets Nature - Our stay at Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima was absolutely top class and exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, everything about the experience felt thoughtful, refined, and genuinely warm. The setting is stunning and peaceful, the rooms are beautifully designed and immaculately maintained, and every detail reflects a level of quality and care that is truly world-class. The service deserves special mention! Attentive without being intrusive, sincere, and consistently excellent throughout our stay. Dining was outstanding, with beautifully prepared meals that showcased both quality ingredients and creativity. After full days exploring Yakushima, returning to Sankara felt like coming back to a sanctuary - calm, comfortable, and deeply relaxing. I regret not noting the sommelier’s name, but would love to give a special shout-out for his attentiveness and excellent pairings (alcohol and non-alcohol), thoughtfully tailored for both me and my son. This was one of the best hotel experiences we’ve ever had. Highly recommended in every aspect, and we would not hesitate to return. Nothing!
• meibi (9/5): ドリーム - 景色が良く、ホスピタリティに溢れたリゾートホテルです。
• Hsiao Ling (10/5): 服務品質一級棒👍 - 員工非常友好和樂於溝通；提供非常好的服務品質，謝謝 房間內的暖氣聲音大聲
• Christopher (10/5): Incredible stay on an incredible island. - Exceptional hotel. I could write a novel here, but it's one of the best I've ever stayed at. Yakushima is a special place and Sankara is just perfect. Beautiful location, beautiful rooms, amazing spa, but most importantly, they have incredible human beings working there. The entire staff is wonderful, without exception. I can't wait to return. I can't think of anything I didn't like or anything to improve, it's an excellent hotel. If I had to pick something, the WiFi could be a bit stronger and more consistent in the room.
• Mark (10/5): Perfect 4 Days - Staff, comfortable junior suite, spa, dining experiences, laundry machines. All around Great Customer Service. Nothing
• Seiko (9/5): - ロケーションも良くて食事も美味しく、お部屋も綺麗で部屋のお風呂もよく快適でした。 ロビーで自由にお酒が飲めるのも嬉しかった。 1階のトイレで用をたしてたら､小さなムカデ🐛が入ってきたこと。 こういう場所なので仕方がないのかも知れませんが。
• Karl Edvard (10/5): -
• AKIKO (10/5): 素晴らしい出会い - oaksのお料理とお酒(２日連続でフレンチを食べるくらい)がとにかく素晴らしい。 バトラー、スタッフ、みなさん行き届いている。名前を確認されることもなく、全てがスムーズに気持ち良く、滞りなく進められている。 ハーブティーの香りや、spaの施術など、素晴らしい思い出がたくさんできました。
• Robert (10/5): Dream hotel & spa to die for - Where to start..? The staff were exceptional: hotel, restaurants and - especially - spa. Hayakawa-san and her colleagues in the spa were superlatively skilled and accommodating; I really can't praise them enough. Otherwise, the facilities were all we could want, with bikes, cars, even shoe-dryers (!) all on tap. Incredible. Nothing. Sankara could not have done more.
• Nicolas (10/5): Dieser Aufenthalt hat unsere Flitterwochen unvergesslich werden lassen - Alles war perfekt. Wunderschöne Anlage, luxuriöse Villas, aussergewöhnliches Personal.
• Setsuko (10/5): -
• Makiko (10/5): Just fantastic. We will surely come again. - Very comfortable and elegant room with private spa. The food was excellent and all staff were very friendly, superb really. Car rental was also very easy and to a reasonable price. It is a world class hotel. we liked everything
• Yuki (10/5): -
• NIR (10/5): Amazing stay in a great hotel - The stuff Nothing
• Teng-Jhong (10/5): - 完美，無可挑剔。
• Tobias (10/5): - Tolles Hotel, super service, sehr gute Restaurants und herausragender Service.
• AKANE (10/5): -
• Yumiko (10/5): -
• toyooka (10/5): - 屋久島そのものが素晴らしいところでしたが、ホテルは想像したよりも素晴らしかったです。ホスピタリティーがありました。食事もお部屋もお風呂も満足しました。 十分満足しましたのでありません。
• Timothy (10/5): -
• Fred (10/5): Magique - Extraordinaire Personnel extremement attentif
• Gerhard (10/5): A great stay to „recover“ from the busy cities - The stay at Sankara leveled up our trip to Japan significantly. The accommodation was great (not to forget the 24/7 „onsen“ in it), the food was excellent and the service we experienced was the best in my life thanks to a staff who was always keen to understand your needs and wishes and fulfill them im the most sincere way.
• Teri (10/5): -
• Ranny (10/5): A Truly Unforgettable Stay – Luxury, Nature, and Heartfelt Hospitality. - My stay at Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima was nothing short of magical. Nestled in the ancient forests of Yakushima, the resort blends seamlessly into its natural surroundings, offering a rare mix of refined luxury and deep tranquility. The suite was elegant and serene, with panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding forest. Every detail—from the warm wood interiors to the handmade amenities—reflected thoughtful design and a deep respect for the island. One of the most unforgettable moments of my stay happened on the last night. That evening at Okas, I was surprised with a beautiful, celebratory dessert presented with a glowing candle and warm, sincere birthday wishes from the staff. It was unexpected, tasteful, and so deeply personal—it truly touched me. And just when I thought the evening couldn’t get any more special, I returned to my suite to find towel swans gracefully arranged on the table with a handwritten birthday card waiting for me. That quiet, intimate moment of returning to the room and seeing such care taken just for me is something I’ll never forget. The staff at Sankara are exceptional—attentive without being intrusive, intuitive, and genuinely kind. They made sure that everything flowed effortlessly throughout my stay. The spa treatments were the perfect complement to the island’s hikes and nature trails—soothing, grounding, and restorative. Sankara isn’t just a hotel—it’s an experience that nourishes the body, mind, and heart. I left with incredible memories, especially of a birthday that was made unforgettable not through extravagance, but through sincerity, grace, and heartfelt attention. Nothing, my stay was absolutely perfect.
• Alice (10/5): The best luxury hotel and service among all our international travel. - The service is the best we've ever experienced, considering even famous luxury hotels all around the world. Hard to improve.
• Thierry (10/5): our best ever experience - This stay was simply our best experience ever. Best location, best service, best Japanese cooking, and foremost the most efficient and kind help from the whole staff to organise journeys, hikes and other experiences
• Lorcan (10/5): Perfect - A beautiful location, amazing services, very comfortable villas and wonderful, welcoming staff. Couldn’t have asked for any more.
• eran (10/5): Yakushima’s best - An amazing service, reception are super helpful, rooms are luxurious, modern and ultimately clean. Great poo, great spa, dinner at the Michelin restaurant was fantastic.
• Jason (10/5): 100% Perfect - Everything. Literally the best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. If there was such a thing as “six stars,” they should have the designation. And I’ve stayed at five star properties. Food was exceptional. Room was huge, spotlessly clean, 100% private, and beautifully appointed. The private bath was eye-popping and wonderful. Beds were perfect. But the best part by far was the service—the level of care, the attention to detail. Rio, Jun, and Tommy were among the many staff we interacted with. Rio was kind, natural, thorough in explaining the facilities. Jun was a whiz with wines and food recommendations. Tommy noticed my left-handedness and made sure my place setting was arranged to accommodate it at every meal. I was blown away. Hidden gems: fabulous e-bikes for rent, free cookies and snacks in the lobby and room, corn ice-tea, and free passes to the beautiful onsen at their sister property, Samana. Absolutely nothing.
• Elimelech (9/5): Great Hotel in YAKUSHIMA - This is very nice property. Mainly I can mention the large, comfortable and extremely clean villa. Amassing service of the staff The Delicious food in all restaurants mainly the OKAS restaurant It was overpriced due to golden week.
• Elimelech (10/5): Perfect Hotel! - The property is magnificent. We had large comfortable villa, with all needed comport. The service of the hotel staff was Exceptional by all means. We stay during the golden week - so price was really expensive.
• Suzanne (10/5): Incredible all around - Our stay was amazing from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. A spectacular week of beautiful views of ocean and mountains, along with a pool and firepit set amongst it all. Service was incredible from small to larger requests. Food was absolutely delicious and varied and atmosphere natural and reflective of the island. I hope I never lose the memory of this hotel or the island. It was a true unique vacation.
• Anton (10/5): - it’s great
• William (10/5): Exceptional - Sankara is a beautiful hotel on an absolutely incredible island. Our room was spacious and filled with various amenities, and the in-room jacuzzi was amazing after a long day of hiking. But the spectacular property and landscape is itself topped by the hotel staff's exceptional service, as the entire Sankara team went out of its way (in various ways) to make our stay special (we were celebrating our engagement). I hope we have the chance to stay at Sankara again, and I highly recommend Sankara for anyone looking for a luxurious home base for their trip to Yakushima or for anyone looking for a beautiful place to celebrate a special occasion.
• Yohko (10/5): We had a wonderful time here. - Everything. Customer service is exceptional, Staff are very friendly and welcoming.
• Junji (10/5): - good
• Nima (10/5): Perfection from start to finish. - I travel a lot, but this hotel is possibly my favorite. Everything is exceptional. The beauty of property, staff who go above and beyond, fantastic management, tech savvy rooms, and a near unparalleled island. Nothing
• Francis (10/5): Exceptional - every thing is excellent ; caring and customized service ; staff has an answer and a solution to any question or need nothing
• ATSUYA (10/5): - ヴィラに宿泊しました。施設、スタッフの方の接客、料理どれも素晴らしかったです。 急な要望にも応えていただき、最高の体験になりました。 ありがとうございました。
• Xin (10/5): the hotel is the destination - good spa，good service，good view no
• Mateusz (9/5): Superb -
• Sakamoto (10/5): - 素晴らしい施設とホスピタリティでした。 また伺います。
• Frédéric (10/5): Exceptional -
• Man (10/5): very pleasant trip -
• Mary (10/5): Pampered in luxury on a beautiful Island paradise. - Sankara was like being in a tropical paradise with a staff that anticipated our every need. The property was absolutely beautiful and many of the staff spoke English very well, so communication was no issue. In all our travels we have never been to such an accommodating hotel where the staff took such great care of us and were so warm and friendly. The food was fantastic, and the lobby always had refreshments available for snacking or drinks. They arranged for our hiking gear so we could go see the Sugi trees--which were amazing! In our cabin, the bathroom was definitely in need of an update but the rest of the room was great and super comfy.
• Masato (10/5): Exceptional -
• Paul (10/5): Excellent 4 night stay while exploring Yakushima. Great location and staff - Spent 4 nights here, using it as a base to explore Yakushima. We were really torn between sightseeing and enjoying the facilities. The staff are very attentive and helpful - dealt with a flat tyre on the hire car as we were leaving in less than 10 minutes. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable, the food very good and facilities are excellent. Very happy to use the free guest laundry to wash dirty walking clothes - it does rain a bit on the island. Nothing - cannot fault this place and would stay again
• Kathy (10/5): Exceptional - Would have been great to have a walking trail on the property. Would very much liked to have a coffee machine in the room
• Nicki (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful rooms, great food, attentive staff
• Shakil (10/5): Superior hotel in an amazing setting - The rooms were exceptional including all the amenities, 8 different teas was a treat. The natural water bath was excellent. Everything about the facilities (pool, sauna, restaurant, lounge) was top notch but it was the staff that really set the hotel apart, all incredibly helpful and friendly.
• David (10/5): Possibly the best hotel we have ever stayed at. - Everything. It is heaven.
• Vanessa (10/5): Exceptional -
• Rachael (10/5): The most memorable experience. - It is impossible not to fall in love with the hotel. The hotel is gorgeous, the food is fantastic and the staff is outstanding. Both Ayana and Okas served top notch food. Everything was amazing
• Hirobumi (10/5): - ３回目の滞在でした 料金的には厳しいのですが年に１度の優雅な一時を楽しむため頑張ります 帰りに来年の予約を入れて後にしました
• Antoine (10/5): - Best hotel I have ever been in my entire life! The place is incredible, the staff is more than perfect, the service is very very high quality, the food is great and the attention to every detail during your stay is impressive! If I could give more than 5 stars I would!
• Anil (10/5): An oasis on a wonderful island - The staff at the Sankara gave exceptional service and high-quality meals. We went on a hike one day, and when we got back, they had drawn a bath, perfectly timed after 6 hours of walking. They accommodated our vegetarian daughter, and the room was impeccable and had everything you would ever need, from razors and power strips to nice speakers, ample storage, excellent lighting, and much more. If you enjoy nature and hiking and are looking for a beautiful resort to relax in, this is the place. The pool is also wonderful.
• Michael (7/5): Good - Staff were amazing Aircon in the bedroom didn’t work which meant we did not have the best sleep There were a number of unanticipated / hidden costs that we wouldn’t normally associate with a luxury hotel
• Jan (9/5): Superb - the location and island was amazing- staff was extremely nice, reactive and helpful. for the price the sauna and bikes should be included or conplementary.
• Johan (10/5): - Friendly staff and excellent service. Very nice property with spacious villas. Restaurant catered to our vegan diet. Good location from where to explore the island. Will return and highly recommend.
• Era (10/5): Every need anticipated, every kindness shown, magnificent nature, and spectacular meals. - The staff, the location, the food, the small touches left in the room and as you depart, the orange juice and the spa services. I can’t express enough how delightful it was to stay here. Absolutely nothing.
• Stephanie (10/5): - Excellent stay; the staff was extremely attentive. The room and facilities were beautiful and comfortable. The food was excellent.
• Tomoko (10/5): - 美しい海と山に囲まれた最高の景色と、笑顔の素敵なスタッフの皆様の気遣い、美味しい料理、南国ムードたっぷりのお部屋と最高の時間を過ごさせていただきました。 ディナーは一階のアヤナでプリフィックスのコースをいただきましたが、どれも工夫されていて目でも舌でも楽しめました。デザートはビュッフェでどれも選べず！10種類くらい＋お茶菓子もたくさん。少しずつ全部いただきました。どれも美味しいし、見た目も綺麗で選ぶのもとても楽しいと思います。 お部屋は広く、たくさんの種類のお茶や珈琲も備えてありその時の気分で好きなものを楽しめます。ライブラリーでお借りした山本二三さんの絵画集を見ながらまったりくつろぎ最高でした！ スタッフの皆さんも島のこと、食べ物のこと、ホテルのこと、話題が豊富でお話しするのも楽しいと思います。お土産も持たせてくださったんですが、開けてびっくりする素敵なギフトご入っていました。 ぜひまた滞在したいです。できれば次はもうちょっと長めに！ 幸せな時間をありがとうございました。
• Patricia (9/5): Wonderful stay in Yakushima - Service and food were wonderful. The room was very spacious. I liked that we could rent a car from the Sankara. It was an easy process. I wish the lounge varied their cookies/snacks. I would have appreciated more Japanese design influence over the Bali design theme.
• Richard (10/5): Great hotel, wonderful staff, incredible food. Beautiful - Great food, incredible support by staff in taking us to places and picking us up. Always interested in meeting our needs Nothing
• Andrew (10/5): Perfect stay! Impeccable service! - Beautiful hotel surrounded by stunning scenery. They gave the most impeccable service from start to finish. Great amenities and an incredible restaurant! Our stay was perfection!
• James (10/5): - Sankara was a perfect oasis of peace and tranquility on Yakushima Island. The service was impeccable. Everyone knew who we were and the villa we were staying at. So polite, gracious and helpful. The facilities were top notch and the spa was wonderful. We sampled the massages and facial treatments. Amazing experience. Dinner options were perfect. We were very impressed. My only complaint was the breakfast got a little repetitive and boring. We will definitely return.
• James (10/5): Wonderful, relaxing stay and highly recommend - Beautiful location and beautifully maintained. Wonderful food, thoughtful amenities and the staff was lovely. Nothing, everything was perfect
• Denise (10/5): Highly recommend! You won’t be disappointed! - Incredible place! The hotel staff were amazing, very friendly and on point. They didn’t miss a beat. They helped us arrange a rental car through their property, dinners, and hiking tours. They have a spa on site which is great. We were lucky enough to get sunshine both day we were there but had we been “rained in” it’s a perfect place to lounge and relax. We had the smaller room and this room was NOT small at all! Highly recommend!!!!
• Asae (10/5): - 居心地の良いホテルです。働いている皆様のホスピタリティが高く感動しました。お食事、設備もとても満足しました。心からのんびりすることが出来ました。ありがとうございます。 また伺います。
• Ruth (10/5): A Slice of Heaven - This resort is fabulous - a stunning location (epic views) and beautifully maintained property. The food and service were second to none - seriously - we returned from a long day of hiking to hot baths drawn in our rooms. Our family had two types of rooms (a Jr suite and a villa), and both were lovely with ocean views. Our packages included breakfast, dinner and outstanding spa treatments making this resort a great value, as well. Our dinners at Okas restaurant were Michelin-worthy. Thank you, Sankara, for a wonderfully memorable stay!
• Masao (10/5): - サービスがゆきとどいていました。
• Takahiro (10/5): 最高のホテルです！ - 空港にバトラーの方がが迎えに来て頂き、空港を出た瞬間からサンカラの滞在が始まりました。 清潔で快適な部屋、最高の食事、屋久島の楽しみ方を提案してくれるバトラー、1人1人のコンディションに合わせたSPAメニュー、全てが最高でした。 帰る時にまた必ず来たいと思えるホテルです。
• Christopher (10/5): Exceptional -
• DAICHI (10/5): - okasでの夕食は、どの料理も素晴らしく、この料理を食べにまた泊まりに来たいと思えるものでした。 また、宿泊前から、屋久島滞在全体について、心配りして頂けるスタッフのサービスも最高でした。 １点だけ残念だったのは、デイベッドの表面に数か所黒いしみがあったことです。
• Lorena (10/5): Amazing - Everything about our stay was amazing. Sankara was easily one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in around the world. They made our honeymoon incredibly special.
• KOHIGASHI (10/5): - 素晴らしいおもてなしを受けて最高にくつろぎの時間を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました。また行きます！
• Michael (10/5): - Great
• Fumihiko (10/5): - 施設、環境センスが良い
• Takahiro (10/5): 至福の滞在 - 訪問する前からメールで色々相談にのって頂き素晴らしいホテルだなぁと思っていましたが実際は想像以上でした。 空港から出ると今回お世話になったバトラーさんがアルファードで迎えに来てくれており海外の五つ星ホテルのよう。 素晴らしい食事を活かすワインのペアリング、ホテル専属ガイドさんとのトレッキング、トレッキング前後2日間で考えて頂いたスパメニュー、全て完璧でした。 また敷地内を歩いているとガーデン担当の方が花や木のことを色々と教えてくれ、スタッフの皆さんでこのホテルを作っていることが伝わってきました。 帰ってすぐに次回の予約をさせて頂きました。
• TOMOKO (10/5): - 自然を生かした上質なホテルライフと素晴らしいホスピタリティが最高でした！
• Max (9/5): Superb -
• Keita (9/5): Superb -
• Carlos (10/5): Exceptional -
• David (10/5): Exceptional -
• Gonta (10/5): Truly divine and unforgettable. - Modern, clean and well facilitated. Slightly out in the sticks from all the activities.
• Tze (9/5): Enjoyable stay with great hospitality - The staff are super friendly and meticulous. They started contacting me once I confirmed my booking, providing suggestions on tours and offering pick up service. The weather was unstable during our stay due to the typhoon hitting Okinawa, the staff offered rainproof trekking suits rental knowing we are going trekking the other day. When we were back from trekking, I was surprised to see they got the bathtub ready for us to relax in the warm water. The housekeeping tidied up the room everytime we went out and I found an eyeglass cleaning cloth under my glasses when I came back. They even helped us to remove the old luggage tag (which I did not realize until I'm checking in my luggage in the airport). I'm impressed that they actually did so much little gestures!! The food at the restaurant are soooo good as well!!! Basically nothing except a little pricey

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