Located by the ocean, sankara hotel & spa Yakushima offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy French cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants, relax with a facial or massage at the spa, or lounge by the outdoor pool.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pool
Free breakfast
Spa
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
2 restaurants and pool bar
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Free airport shuttle
24-hour fitness center
Room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Library
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Living room
Television
Garden
Terrace
The current price is CNY4,842
CNY4,842
CNY5,327 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Why we love this property
A French food journey
Culinary explorers delight in 2 French restaurants at this hotel. The free buffet breakfast offers a perfect start to gastronomic adventures.
Spa escape sanctuary
This hotel's full-service spa offers daily treatments including facials and Thai massages. The 24-hour gym and garden complete this rejuvenating sanctuary.
Luxurious soaking retreat
Draped in bathrobes, guests indulge in deep soaking tubs after sampling treats from the free stocked minibar in this luxury hotel.
Yakushima Botanical Research Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Toroki Falls - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Yakusugi Nature Museum - 14 min drive - 8.1 km
Yakushima National Park - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
Yakusugi Land - 36 min drive - 24.1 km
Getting around
Yakushima Airport (KUM) - 17 min drive
Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) - 106.4 miles/171.2 km
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
やくしま果鈴 - 5 min drive
れんが屋 - 9 min drive
味徳 - 6 min drive
モスバーガー 屋久島安房店 - 8 min drive
Shiiba Cafe - 8 min drive
About this property
sankara hotel & spa Yakushima
Situated by the ocean, sankara hotel & spa Yakushima is a great choice for a stay in Yakushima. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with Thai massages, facials, or body treatments, and ayana, one of 2 restaurants, serves French cuisine. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a free airport shuttle, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
29 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children
Children (13 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
30-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Free stocked minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Window screens
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate living room
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Phone
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
Dining table
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 5 treatment rooms. Services include Thai massages, facials, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Ayana - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine.
Okas - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Sankara hotel & spa Yakushima also has a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring French cuisine.
Does sankara hotel & spa Yakushima have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
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Reviews
sankara hotel & spa Yakushima Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
10
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The spa offered wonderful massages and facial treatments, providing an amazing experience. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2026
We really enjoyed the beautiful property and amenities. The food was fabulous!!!
Brenda
Brenda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
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.
eran
eran, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Excellent stay; the staff was extremely attentive. The room and facilities were beautiful and comfortable. The food was excellent.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2024
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.
Johan
Johan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
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!
Antoine
Antoine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
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.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2024
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!!!!
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2024
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
James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2023
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.
Lorena
Lorena, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
Great
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
good
Junji
Junji, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
ご飯は予想外に美味しい。特に パン。
shunsuke
shunsuke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
Tolles Hotel, super service, sehr gute Restaurants und herausragender Service.