Gardenvilla Shirahama

Beautiful ocean view from the cliff and swimming pool. Warm and cozy living room vibe in the dining/bar room. Love the privacy when going to the outdoor baths as it requires reservation.

40 minutes for bath is too short. Wish there was another option for breakfast, not just western style. Also, parking space is limited and quite tricky for big cars/van.

We only stayed for one night, so we did not get to experience most of the amenities. But everything looked very clean and well taken care of. The common area/dining area was very cozy and welcoming, and they have a variety of drinks and small treats available throughout the day. Our room had a stunning view of the ocean and some of the surrounding hills, and overall it was very quiet. It really felt like we had been invited into someone's home rather than simply staying the night at another hotel. The staff absolutely contributed to that, as everyone we spoke with was very friendly and accommodating. We weren't sure if we would have time to eat breakfast before leaving, but I'm glad we stayed because the meal was very delicious and filling, and I was surprised at the variety of foods offered.

The only negatives we encountered were minimal- the beds were a bit firm (I tend to prefer a softer bed, so this could be more of a personal preference), the flush handle for the toilet in our room was loose and it continued to run for a few minutes after flushing, and the TV was rather small compared to what you would normally find in a hotel.

I loved the low key surfer vibes. The breakfast was out of this world amazing. Loved our stay. The staff were lovely. The onsens were so beautiful and relaxing and simple yo book. They let you have one per day.

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This villa is the best I have been it’s so calm and chill I would highly recommend this to everyone.

I just wished the pool is a little deeper