Awaji Hamarikyu
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Awaji Hamarikyu sits on the Keinomatsubara shore of Awaji Island, blending early 20th‑century Western‑Japanese architecture with modern comforts. The property maintains 29 guest rooms, each advertised at a minimum of 54 m², with sea‑facing terraces and a mix of tatami and lounge areas; thirteen rooms include attached open‑air baths for private soaking. Framed by a pine‑dotted shoreline and renowned sunset views, the hotel presents itself as a ryokan with onsen Awaji where generous room sizes and seaside terraces shape the stay.
Bathing facilities center on natural Shiozaki Onsen waters and a large communal spa called Niwa no Yu, while room options with attached outdoor baths provide discrete access to hot‑spring soaking; an after‑bath lounge and gender‑separated public baths support relaxed rotations. Treatment offerings include a Balinese‑style Lovina SPA and in‑house relaxation areas. These combined public and in‑room bathing options position the property as a ryokan with private onsen Hyōgo, suitable for guests seeking either communal onsen rituals or secluded baths in their own room.
Dining emphasizes seasonal, locally sourced ingredients at Restaurant ARATAN, where kaiseki‑style menus and a sea‑view dining room highlight Awaji’s seafood and agricultural produce; breakfast is available as plated or buffet service depending on the plan. On‑site amenities include a library lounge, multiple terraces with beach access, a seasonal outdoor pool, sauna, complimentary bicycle rental, guest parking and scheduled shuttle connections to nearby transport hubs. The overall experience favors measured elegance: spacious rooms, waterfront viewpoints and a clear focus on culinary and bathing traditions.
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Review summary for: Awaji Hamarikyu
Positive Reviews
Excellent food and dining
Many guests praised the meals—especially dinner—and several mentioned delicious breakfast options. Food presentation and attentive adjustment for allergies were also highlighted.
Attentive, friendly staff and service
Staff were frequently described as kind, helpful and professional, providing thoughtful service such as accommodating dietary needs and polite, reassuring interactions.
Relaxing onsen and bath experience
The hot spring facilities and room open‑air baths were noted as very enjoyable: pleasant water temperature, large natural onsen for good relaxation, and comfortable bathing areas.
Clean, comfortable interiors and relaxation spaces
Guests reported well‑maintained, spotless rooms and public areas, calm interiors that promote relaxation, and comfortable communal spaces like lounges for enjoying sunsets.
Beautiful, quiet location with beach access and amenities
Location on/near the beach and a peaceful atmosphere were appreciated, along with conveniences such as a free drink service/lounge and easy beach access creating memorable views.
Negative Reviews
Breakfast crowding and limited buffet choices
Some guests found the breakfast buffet limited in variety and noted congestion because many guests start at the same time; one suggested staggered service times to avoid overcrowding.
Room fixtures and bedding issues
Comments mentioned small deficiencies such as the TV placement looking cheap, visible wear on tatami, and bedding comfort issues (thin futon, heavy duvet) that could be improved.
Bath facility improvements requested
A few guests requested small facility upgrades: more convenient shower placements or holders in the large baths, the lack of a cold plunge for the sauna, and rain covers for room outdoor baths so they can be used in wet weather.
Housekeeping/detail problems (cobwebs and AC odor)
Occasional maintenance notes included cobwebs around outdoor/covered areas and a slight dusty smell from room air conditioners, indicating areas where cleaning/maintenance could be tightened.
Communication and occasional broken or disappointing amenities
Some visitors experienced limited English communication with staff, and occasional amenity issues were reported—examples include a broken massage machine and expectations about free alcoholic drink selections (wine/whisky) not matching reality.
Frequently Asked Questions
The property has 29 rooms, all over 54 m²; room types vary and some suites sleep up to six guests while standard rooms typically accommodate 2–5 depending on bedding and futons.
Yes — there is a public onsen spa (Niwa no Yu) with morning and evening hours, and 13 luxury rooms feature private open-air baths attached to the room.
Yes — the hotel provides pick-up from the highway-bus stops (Riku no Minato Seidan / Seidan Shichi); guests should reserve or call the hotel on arrival, and a contracted taxi service is also available on request.
Tokushima Awaodori is the closest regional airport (approximate driving distance noted by the property); larger hubs (Kansai/Kobe) are commonly used with onward highway-bus or taxi connections via Sannomiya.
The website is available in English and staff can assist in English for common needs, though some detailed requests may require simple Japanese or advance notice.
The hotel’s main restaurant (ARATAN) serves kaiseki and local dishes; dinner is typically 17:30–22:00 (last order around 20:00) and breakfast is a buffet around 7:30–10:00 (last order around 9:30); inform the hotel in advance for special dietary needs.
The ryokan sits by Keinomatsubara beach (a noted sunset spot) and island attractions such as Awaji Farm Park and Awaji Ningyo Joruri-za are within a short drive, making day trips around the island convenient.
You can reach the hotel by highway bus via Sannomiya with a short hotel pick-up from the bus stop, and the property is car-friendly with free on-site parking (about 40 spaces); driving gives the most flexibility for island sightseeing.
Check-in is from 15:00; check-out varies by floor — luxury floor check-out is 11:00 and moderate floor check-out is 10:00, so confirm at booking.
Private open-air baths are available in certain rooms and private dining requests can usually be arranged with advance notice; pets are not listed as a standard offering on the property pages so contact the hotel to confirm, and the nearest supermarkets or convenience stores are in the surrounding town — the hotel can advise exact locations.