Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima - Yakushima (Kagoshima)
30.263803, 130.599407Overview
5-star adults-only resort on Yakushima Island with ocean-view infinity pool
Amenities
Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima offers a serene infinity pool with panoramic ocean views and a pool bar. The property includes a library lounge stocked with over 600 curated books on local culture and nature. Guests can rent bicycles or cars on-site, and the hotel provides hiking gear for exploring the island's trails.
Dining
The hotel operates two restaurants: Ayana serves casual French dishes using local ingredients, while Okas offers an authentic French dinner experience. Okas is exclusive to suite guests and includes complimentary full-course meals. Freshly baked breakfasts feature local ingredients and artisan breads, with options like custard tarts and curry bread.
Wellness
Sankara Hotel and Spa includes a full-service spa offering tailored wellness treatments, private sauna experiences, and a foot bath. Guests can join daily yoga classes or use the fitness center with modern equipment. The spa also provides personalized pre-arrival consultations to customize treatments and activities.
Rooms
All villas and suites at Sankara Yakushima feature private balconies or terraces with ocean or forest views, plus a flat-screen TV and CD player. In-room spa facilities include a large soaking bathtub and organic amenities from Thann. The adults-only policy ensures a quiet environment, and each room includes slippers, bathrobes, and a hairdryer.
Location & Activities
Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima is a 30-minute drive from Yakushima Airport, with complimentary shuttle service from both the airport and Anboko Port. The hotel is 23 km from Yakusugi Land, 27.3 km from Ookawa no Taki Falls, and 38 km from Shiratani Unsuikyo Ravine. Guests can join guided tours, workshops like Kokedama making and basket weaving, or attend local cultural events such as cycling tournaments.
- Location: Secluded island resort, 30 min from Yakushima Airport with free shuttle
- Rooms: Villas and suites with private balconies, ocean/forest views, and spa tubs
- Dining: Two restaurants - Ayana (casual French) and Okas (exclusive full-course for suite guests)
- Wellness: On-site spa with tailored treatments, private sauna, yoga classes, and foot bath
- Activities: Bicycle and car rental, hiking gear, guided tours, and cultural workshops
- Ideal for: Couples and wellness seekers looking for a quiet, nature-focused escape
License number: 指令屋保第18号
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Forest view
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Shower
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Coffee machine

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Max:2 persons
Essential information about Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima
| 💵 Lowest room price | 1029 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 8.5 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 11.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Yakushima, KUM |
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