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sankara hotel & spa Yakushima

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

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Outdoor pool
Sankara Villa Suite Ocean View
Sankara Junior Suite Ocean View
2 restaurants, French cuisine
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
The current price is AU$958
2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

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Sankara Suite Ocean View

Sankara Suite Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Day bed
Bidet
  • 126 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sankara Junior Suite Ocean View

Sankara Junior Suite Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 71 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sankara Villa Suite Ocean View

Sankara Villa Suite Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Villa - Manasa (1F)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Day bed
Bidet
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Villa - Manasa (2F)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Day bed
Bidet
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Yakushima

A luxury stay in Yakushima awaits you at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima. You'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Yakushima Botanical Research Park and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Toroki Falls. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include Thai massages and facials. The restaurant, ayana, serves French cuisine. At the hotel's own poolside bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and laundry facilities. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Yakushima hotel include Mt. Mocchomudake and Onoaida Onsen.

What's nearby

  • Yakushima Botanical Research Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Toroki Falls - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Yakushima National Park - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Yakusugi Nature Museum - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Yakusugi Land - 21 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Yakushima (KUM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shiiba Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪かたぎりさん - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Seirios島海味kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪寿し いその香り - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪やくしま果鈴 - ‬5 min drive

About this property

sankara hotel & spa Yakushima

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
Sankara hotel & spa Yakushima offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury sankara hotel & spa Yakushima. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 4-star Yakushima hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
Sankara hotel & spa Yakushima offers 29 accommodations with DVD players and free minibar items. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site 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.

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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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 5 January 2026 to 31 January 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 1 February 2026 to 31 March 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • 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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

Yep, sankara hotel & spa Yakushima has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

As of 12 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima on 2 Oct 2025 start from AU$958.38, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments, as well as Thai massages.

Does sankara hotel & spa Yakushima have a pool?

Sankara hotel & spa Yakushima has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

Sankara hotel & spa Yakushima features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs and free minibar items.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does sankara hotel & spa Yakushima serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet breakfast is on offer daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day.

Is there a bar or restaurant at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at sankara hotel & spa Yakushima?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

sankara hotel & spa Yakushima Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

eran

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller

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

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

10/10 Excellent

ATSUYA

Travelled 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

Travelled 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