Situated just 21 km from Yakusugi Land, Guest House Yakushima provides accommodation in Yakushima with access to a terrace, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. Featuring a garden, the 1-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Free private parking is available and the guest house also features bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. All units have bed linen. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Shiratani Unsuikyo is 39 km from the guest house, while Yumiyahachiman Shrine is 1.4 km from the property. Yakushima Airport is 19 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Leonarda
    Germany Germany
    The beds are big and comfy. Comon area has everything you need.
  • Ben
    Japan Japan
    Location was amazing and wild on a far quiet side of the island.
  • Astrid
    France France
    The staff was really helpful. The guesthouse is in the middle of nowhere BUT the scenery around is beautiful and you have a bus stop nearby as well as a cafe which is really nice. Because there isn't many buses and shops around the guesthouse...
  • Barbara
    United States United States
    Lovely hostel, very clean, dormitory rooms and bunks for separate men, women or families. Very kind manager, kitchen facilities, good value.
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very comfortable and friendly accommodation in a wonderful forest. The bento boxes you can order for breakfast and lunch are good too.
  • Hannah
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Most beautiful location, great people, easy with the bus, good host. Even saw some monkeys when I arrived!
  • Aneska
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Hiro is a great host.the common room was nicely equipped and you can get bento boxes and some ramen in the hostel. It is right in the forest, so a beautiful place and in the middle of all sightseeing spots.
  • Sandra
    Switzerland Switzerland
    So nice housefather.. Good spirit into the house and with other travellers. Very good information aboit the island. Thanks for this wonderful place💖
  • Juliën
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing place. We went in what I think was a little bit more of the off-season, since we practically had the place to ourselves (expect for the final night). Beautifully situated, close to a number of really cool hikes, really quiet and with...
  • T
    Todd
    United States United States
    The host is the kindest man who will go out of his way to help you get the most of your stay. The bento boxes he provides for 500 yen are delicious.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Guest House Yakushima
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Packed lunches
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Guest House Yakushima takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:30 to 19:30
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 04:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 4 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    The property does not have a shuttle service.

    Guests who wish to go on a trekking tour should contact the property upon booking.

    Towels and bathroom amenities are not provided.

    Please note that children will be charged an adult rate.

    Please inform Guest House Yakushima in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    License number: 指令屋保第128号

    FAQs about Guest House Yakushima

    • Guest House Yakushima is 8.1 miles from the centre of Yakushima. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Guest House Yakushima is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Guest House Yakushima offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Canoeing
      • Bicycle rental

    • The prices at Guest House Yakushima may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Guest House Yakushima include:

      • Quadruple
      • Bed in Dormitory
      • Twin
      • Triple