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sankara hotel & spa Yakushima

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Relax by the ocean with a refreshing dip in the pool, surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and shaded by umbrellas.
Enjoy meals with a view of the ocean and palm trees from this dining area with a large table for two.
Enjoy a spacious room with a dining table for two, comfortable seating area, and large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Enjoy a sea view from the balcony, featuring a large bed, sofa, and TV.
Guests can enjoy a view of the interior from the glass facade, surrounded by a mountainous backdrop and a reflective pool.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym

Explore the area

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553 Haginoue, Mugio, Yakushima, Kagoshima-ken, 891-4402
  • Yakushima Botanical Research Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Yakusugi Nature Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Yakusugi Land
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Yakushima (KUM)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Sankara Suite Ocean View

Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

Sankara Suite Ocean View

  • 1356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Enjoy a sea view from the balcony, featuring a large bed, sofa, and TV.

Sankara Junior Suite Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 764 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Sankara Villa Suite Ocean View

Relax in this serene room with a comfortable sofa, dining table, and ocean views from the large window.

Sankara Villa Suite Ocean View

  • 1119 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a serene space with a large bed, wooden nightstand, and desk for work or leisure.

Villa - Manasa (1F)

  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Relax in a serene space with a large bed, wooden nightstand, and desk for work or leisure.

Villa - Manasa (2F)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Yakushima

Sankara hotel & spa Yakushima places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Yakushima Botanical Research Park and Toroki Falls. This 29-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Yakushima Botanical Research Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Toroki Falls - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Yakushima National Park - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Yakusugi Nature Museum - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Yakusugi Land - 21 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Yakushima Airport (KUM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪寿し・いその香り - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪モスバーガー - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪屋久どん - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪定食・パスタ かたぎりさん - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪れんが屋 - ‬9 min drive

About this property

sankara hotel & spa Yakushima

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Guests of sankara hotel & spa Yakushima enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a library.
Guests can expect 30-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Free minibar items, refrigerators, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • ayana
  • okas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Spa open daily
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 5 2026 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from February 1 2026 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 13 and younger (only guests older than 13 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

What is there to do within easy reach of sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

This hotel is located in Yakushima, close to Yakusugi Nature Museum, Yakusugi Land, and Anbo River. You'll also find Yakushima National Park and Mt. Mocchomudake within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Thai massages, body treatments, and facials.

Does sankara hotel & spa Yakushima feature a casino?

No, sankara hotel & spa Yakushima doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool and a poolside bar plus some guestrooms feature in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does sankara hotel & spa Yakushima have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, sankara hotel & spa Yakushima has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does sankara hotel & spa Yakushima allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

The closest major airport to sankara hotel & spa Yakushima is Yakushima Airport (KUM), which is 10.8 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima.

sankara hotel & spa Yakushima Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wonsik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it’s great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph, San Mateo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johan, The Woodlands

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay; the staff was extremely attentive. The room and facilities were beautiful and comfortable. The food was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel, we felt taken care of from the airport pickup throughout our 2-night stay. They recommended a tour guide to go hiking in the forest, which was super helpful. The pool and the food was amazing (both the a la carte and prix fixe menus).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Very helpful and attentive staff. Excellent service and the hotel itself is amazing! The food at the hotel was exceptionally delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic service on a unique island

Sankara is a great choice for yakushima, and my recommendation for anyone traveling there. The service is top flight. Our butler/concierge Sam was helpful, joyful, and outright hospitable with just the rain got amount of fussing-he intuited our needs perfectly. Food is fantastic-seafood fresh and prepared with nuance. The young (very young!) pastry chef is not only a genius, but sweet-she has an amazing career ahead of her. Bacon (breakfast) is of note. All this because half pension is included. Room is large and comfortable which is not of little mportance with all the rain n that yakushima gets. Bravo!

10/10 Excellent

ron, denver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

beautiful setting, best kept secret

most beautiful island in the world!!!! if you like hiking do not miss this island.

10/10 Excellent

BritPick, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This hotel is beyond beautiful!

An extraordinarily blissful stay in this gorgeous secluded boutique resort. Wonderful attention to detail both in the rooms and the delicious, creative food. My daughter is vegetarian and eating in Japan has been a challenge, but the chef came up with delicious food for her at every meal! Staff were all delightful and genuinely cared that we had everything we could possibly need. I especially want to mention Ryoko, who raises the level of the hotel even higher.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceeded expectations

Exceptional in every way. The food and service were very good indeed and the staff did everything possible to make your stay memorable - it felt as though it was very important to them that you were happy.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What, no unicorns on rainbows?

To compare this hotel with any other would be a disservice to its greatness. My wife and I arrived by ferry and were greeted by our butler (who quickly became our friend), Yui, with a friendly presence that we felt thru our entire stay. It took all of 30 seconds on the Sankara grounds to decide our stay needed to be extended by an extra day. We had the two best meals of our lives in the French restaurant. I say again, 2 BEST MEALS OF OUR LIVES. I could go on and on about every detail and moment when we were surprised by their welcoming spirit but this is already getting long. I will only say that if any of the Sankara staff were to visit our town, we would welcome them into our home and only hope to make them feel as honored a guest as they did us.

10/10 Excellent

Junji

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ATSUYA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakamoto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
素晴らしい施設とホスピタリティでした。 また伺います。
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SADAMASA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

HIROKAZU

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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