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20 Nov - 22 Nov
In two weeks
27 Nov - 29 Nov
In one month
11 Dec - 13 Dec
In two months
8 Jan - 10 Jan
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Recommended hotels in Yakushima

A lobby with a large wooden sculpture, stone pillar, and seating area.

1. Yakushima Green Hotel

Yakushima Green Hotel
3.0 star property
Yakushima
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (189 reviews)
"Great hotel with friendly staff that was knowledgeable about the island and willong to help us navigate the bus routes as well as set-up a hike. Great stay!"
United States
Hadrien
The price is NZ$233
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Yakushima Green Hotel
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

2. Yakushima Jomon No Yado Manten

Yakushima Jomon No Yado Manten
3.0 star property
Yakushima
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (113 reviews)
"The French Restaurant there is not to be missed"
Hong Kong SAR China
SZE WAI
The price is NZ$520
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Yakushima Jomon No Yado Manten
A single-story house with a porch, a front door with glass panels, and a small front yard.

3. Cottage Morinokokage

Cottage Morinokokage
2.5 star property
Yakushima
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"What a wonderful place to stay on Yakushima Island!"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$188
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Cottage Morinokokage
A clear pool with a view of the sky and distant landscape through tall windows.

4. samana hotel Yakushima

samana hotel Yakushima
3.5 star property
Yakushima
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Breakfast and dinner buffets were gourmet and luxurious. Large, airy rooms and beautiful views of the southern part of Yakushima. Onsen facility was very nice as well."
United States
Vinti
The price is NZ$612
11 Dec - 12 Dec
samana hotel Yakushima
A traditional Japanese room with tatami mats, a low table with a bowl, and a view of mountains through large windows.

5. Tashiro Bekkan

Tashiro Bekkan
2.5 star property
Yakushima
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Good old traditional Japanese inn"
Japan
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$242
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Tashiro Bekkan
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a view of the interior dining space.

6. Arc yakushima

Arc yakushima
2.0 star property
Yakushima
The price is NZ$207
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Arc yakushima
A stone-floored room with a wooden window, a black bathtub, and a stone wall.

7. Sen-no-ie

Sen-no-ie
2.5 star property
Yakushima
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Very romantic and quiet and well service,"
United States
Khin
The price is NZ$208
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sen-no-ie
A spa with a stone floor, a hot tub, and large windows.

8. Yakushima Iwasaki Hotel

Yakushima Iwasaki Hotel
3.5 star property
Yakushima
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (40 reviews)
"Onsen gift shop staff service overall. Spacious rooms great view!!"
United States
KRISTEN
The price is NZ$514
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Yakushima Iwasaki Hotel
A tropical garden with palm trees and a variety of other vegetation.

9. Cottage HANA MANA

Cottage HANA MANA
2.5 star property
Yakushima
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing, comfortable and spotlessly clean place. The host are super accommodating and helpful. Wish we could have stayed longer !"
United States
Benjamin
The price is NZ$465
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Cottage HANA MANA
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a television on a wooden stand, and a wooden table in the center.

10. Yakusugi House

Yakusugi House
2.5 star property
Yakushima
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Many appliances to use including coin laundry and dryer, spacious rooms and kitchen with plenty of things to cook with. Lovely traditional style Japanese home. "
Australia
Umi
The price is NZ$100
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Yakusugi House
A room with a laptop on a desk, a plant, and a view of a river and mountains.

11. Hotel Yakushima Sanso

Hotel Yakushima Sanso
3.0 star property
Yakushima
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (14 reviews)
"古いホテルです。フロントは6階でその下に部屋があります。高低差のある建物で、入ったのが1階で戸惑いました。ただスタッフは親切だったのでよかったです。"
Japan
Chisato
The price is NZ$358
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Yakushima Sanso
A modern bathroom with a large window, a wooden bench, a mirror, and a shower.

12. 2R Yakushima

2R Yakushima
3.0 star property
Yakushima
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"ホテルが綺麗でとても満足しました 夜も静かで星がとても綺麗でした 近くには温泉や足湯等があり、ゆっくりと過ごす事が出来ました。"
Japan
KAZUMI
The price is NZ$283
12 Nov - 13 Nov
2R Yakushima
A spacious indoor area with a large window overlooking a pool and the sea. There are several chairs and tables arranged for dining or relaxation.

13. sankara hotel & spa Yakushima

sankara hotel & spa Yakushima
4.0 star property
Yakushima
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"This is a wonderful hotel. Equivalent to 5 stars. Location, staff, service, food, room, pool, spa - really everything was perfect."
United States
Lena
The price is NZ$1,937
4 Dec - 5 Dec
sankara hotel & spa Yakushima
A room with tatami flooring, a wooden table, and blue cushions.

14. Pension Sea Forest

Pension Sea Forest
3.0 star property
Yakushima
7.2 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"Staff was nice, room was clean, food was tasty. Not all the staff spoke English though, so best to have an electronic translator at hand."
Hong Kong SAR China
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$121
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Pension Sea Forest
A coastal landscape with a prominent cliff and beach.

15. Tanegashima Iwasaki Hotel

Tanegashima Iwasaki Hotel
3.0 star property
Minamitane
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (24 reviews)
"オーシャンビューできれい。"
Japan
MITSUHARU
The price is NZ$190
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Tanegashima Iwasaki Hotel
A row of blue hotel rooms with numbered doors, a concrete pathway, and a clear sky.

16. park side hotel tanegashima

park side hotel tanegashima
2.5 star property
Nakatane
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very friendly staff, overall a great experience!"
United States
Thomas
The price is NZ$134
14 Nov - 15 Nov
park side hotel tanegashima
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden table with a cushion, and a sliding door.

17. Shimayado-HOPE

Shimayado-HOPE
3.0 star property
Minamitane
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"部屋サイズは大きめで、特にお風呂が一般家庭用のサイズと同程度だったのはよかったです． ただ、周りにお店はないので、少し不便です．"
Japan
Hirokazu
The price is NZ$262
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Shimayado-HOPE
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Top Yakushima Hotel Reviews

Cottage HANA MANA

Cottage HANA MANA

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely amazing, comfortable and spotlessly clean place. The host are super accommodating and helpful. Wish we could have stayed longer !"
Benjamin 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Cottage HANA MANA

Find out more about Yakushima

Yakushima Hostels information

Number of reviews
516
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$100
Highest Price
NZ$1,937

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Yakushima?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for fun things to do.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Yakushima?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start: Minshuku Maetakeso - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets. Sudomari Minshuku Friend - Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Tomarigi - Hostel - Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with towels, TVs and hairdryers. Yukaina Nakamatachi - Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Yakushima?
If you're looking for an affordable place to stay in Yakushima, one of Expedia's 5 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Yakushima?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 15°C. The rainiest months in Yakushima are June, September, May and July, with each month seeing an average of 364 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Yakushima?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate some places near Yakushima. Get out into nature with places such as Mount Miyanoura, Yakushima National Park and Yakusugi Land. Cultural attractions include Yakusugi Nature Museum and Yakushima Sea Turtle Hall. Additional attractions include Jomonsugi, Nagata Inakahama and Isso Beach.
What's the best way to get to and around Yakushima while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Yakushima on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Yakushima (KUM), 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Tanegashima (TNE), located 34.4 mi (55.4 km) away.