Azumi Setoda

Everything is perfect, the room is one of the bests we have ever stayed, very spacious and beautifully designed. Staff is great and Setoda and the region are really lovely. Highly recommended!

Lovely facility and nice onsen I actually did t expect ( with literally the coldest cold plunge I have ever been in at 14° - awesome ). The staff were very friendly and both the GM and one of the staff encouraged me to backtrack my Shimanami Kaido route and go do the Yumeshima Kaido route of smaller less populated ( even more so ) islands you ferry to. Had it not been for their encouragement I would have skipped it. It was worth the backtracking and lovely.

ウェルカムドリンクが自転車で到着した私たちには最高でした。 お部屋のデザイン、広さ、快適さが非常に良かったです。 予約時から近隣のお店のご紹介など、初めて行く私たちに丁寧に対応いただき、非常に助かりました。

We were truly impressed by the stunning aesthetics of the hotel and the exceptional service provided by the staff. Their dedication shone through, especially when they helped us plan and book a delightful boat journey on the same day. This personalized attention made our experience truly memorable!

While our stay was fantastic, we encountered a few challenges due to our visit on a Tuesday, when many local establishments were closed. To enhance future guests' experiences, it would be beneficial for the hotel to offer on-site dining or snack options to accommodate those who may not have brought their meals. Additionally, having a few essential pharmacy items available would be a thoughtful touch for travelers. The dinner we enjoyed was exquisite, and the food truly impressed us! However, to elevate the dining experience further, it would be wonderful if the chef could engage with guests, perhaps by preparing some dishes in front of us or providing a more intimate Omakase-style interaction. This personal touch would surely leave a lasting impression. Overall, we had a lovely stay and appreciate all the hard work the staff puts in to create a welcoming environment. We look forward to returning and experiencing even more of what the hotel has to offer!

Our stay at Azumi Setoda was exceptional from start to finish. The staff deserve special praise: unfailingly kind, attentive, and remarkably efficient . Every interaction felt warm and genuinely welcoming. The rooms are impeccably clean—truly spotless—with a sense of calm, light, making the space feel instantly relaxing. Housekeeping and presentation are flawless, and the atmosphere throughout the property is serene and elegant. The food is outstanding, from breakfast all the way to dinner. Each plate showed great care, quality ingredients, and fantastic balance of flavours. The sommelier is superb: extremely knowledgeable, with thoughtful pairings and explanations that elevate the entire dining experience. Unequivocally outstanding !!

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服務周到、風景美麗，餐點美味。

交通方式比較難抵達，這次是男友開車載我才讓整趟旅程輕鬆許多，不過我認為這間飯店以及生口島的美麗，是足以彌補所有旅客耗費的交通心力的，非常值得來！

Perfect post-adventure stop to recharge. Peaceful island, beautiful facility, great hospitality from the staff. Already thinking of coming back again.

Nothing to not like

Azumi Setoda is an exquisite property - one of those special, magical places you feel grateful to call home for a few days. Toshi, the general manager, and her team go to remarkable lengths to make you feel welcome and comfortable. The room is nothing short of spectacular - an incredible, comfortable bed, luxurious wood soaking tub, a lovely balcony to enjoy fresh air, and a stocked mini fridge where everything is included. We loved the Japanese breakfast every morning and had an incredible dinner our last night. While this is a luxury property, we felt comfortable and able to relax and being ourselves. The location is terrible, a 2 minute walk to the port and the beatitude seaside, and just one block from Setoda’s main shopping street. Oh! And then there’s access to the beautiful bath across the street where we enjoyed soaks every morning and evening and had terrific massages. We cannot wait to return.

Great hotel. Had an amazing stay. Location was fab and staff were wonderful. Thank you!

お祝いのための滞在である旨告げると、ディナーは別室が用意されていました。舌と目でフレンチを堪能し、最後はお祝いの歌で締めて頂き、母もとても満足していました。感動をありがとうございました。 とてもゆったりした時間を過ごすことができました。

Just the most incredible experience we've ever had in a hotel. So much more that just a hotel, it's a whole Japanese luxury experience. Every member of staff was just incredible - friendly, efficient and really made the experience from the moment we stepped off the dock on the island because they met us there. The rooms are stunning - the pictures don't do them justice. The gardens are beautiful throughout the hotel - they feel very traditionally Japanese. The bathhouse is also stunning, I would recommend trying it even if you never have before! The dinner was incredible, their chef is extremely talented. The breakfast is perfect, a very traditional Japanese breakfast or a choice of a very good western breakfast if you don't fancy it. They managed to book us everything we wanted to do, from hiring bikes to organising a SUP tour. The island itself is so relaxing, a very different pace to busy Japanese cities. And the scenery around the islands is like nothing else, completely stunning. This was the hotel we planned our honeymoon around and I am so glad we did.

The design of the room and the public areas. The helpful kind staff. The beautiful location. The refreshing bathhouse.

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檜木氣息 整修很好的老宅

蚊子稍多

이용중 작은 교통사고가 발생해서, 지역 경찰에 신고하고 프론트 직원과 총지배인의 도움을 받을수 있었습니다. 그 모든 과정에서 큰 도움을 받았고, 너무나 고맙다는 말을 전하고 싶습니다. 늦은 시간에도 저의 사고 해결을 위해 같이 뛰어다니고 동행해주신 총지배인 이하 모든 직원분들께 다시 한번 감사의 말씀을 전합니다.

모든 것이 훌륭하고 아름다웠지만, 섬에 있는 숙박시설이고, 정원과 어우러진 디자인이다 보니, 건물복도에 벌레가 기어다니는 모습을 두차례 볼 수 있었습니다. 그런 점은 어쩔수 없다고 생각합니다.

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素晴らしい。の一言に限る。また行きたい。

Beautiful

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Just fabulous from start to finish.

Perfect renovation of an historic building Good food. Great formal dinner Characterful large village

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My daughter and I traveled to Japan for two weeks and stayed here in the middle of a 70K Shimanami Bike trip. I wish so much we'd booked an additional night. Of the seven hotels/ryokans we stayed during our trip, this was heads above all the others. The rooms were beautifully decorated and spacious and the ryokan was quite peaceful. The staff was wonderful- helpful and attentive. If I'm ever lucky enough to return to Japan and visit this area again, I'll return to this lovely property.

Staff was great, room exceeded my expectations. The whole experience itself was awesome.

Had a great time at Azumi. Staff were so helpful. Really great place to stay.

Amazing staff and property. The food was delicious

Stunning hotel , extremely comfortable, very understated

We had a lovely stay at this hotel , the staff were friendly , the rooms immaculate , the food great . A little on the pricey side though I would say

Wonderful hospitality in a beautiful place. The staff, the rooms, the food - all excellent.

Our stay at the hotel was exceptional. We enjoyed every moment—from the staff, the ambiance, the room, and the place as a whole. A special mention goes to the dinner we had at the hotel, prepared by Chef Kenya Akita, who undoubtedly deserves three Michelin stars. Chef Akita, a Japanese culinary artist, trained for 13 years in France at a Michelin-starred restaurant before returning to Japan to adapt his extensive culinary expertise to the local cuisine. Every dish was outstanding, both in terms of flavors and aesthetic presentation. The meal was simply extraordinary. Don’t miss it!

古民家を改造した、情緒溢れる場所にあります。

Amazing staff, facilities, food, rooms, service and care. Lovely Onsen and breakfasts were amazing. Fabulous stay.

Breakfast coffee to be hot! That's all! Fabulous stay.

Room was exceptionally comfortable, the host speaks good English.

A bit pricey, if possible, I prefer to dine out.

I am not usually one to write a review but our stay at Azumi Setoda was phenomenal. The room was beautifully decorated and the attention to detail was next level. The staff were very attentive and always welcomed us with a smile.

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They’re the best in most of the aspects. I really enjoyed it

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Amazing stay at Azumi Setoda, probably one of the best accommodation of our trip. The room is beautifully furnished, the hotel overall has a great design. The staff was super welcoming and helpful. I also highly recommend the restaurant and the onsen!

Nothing, we had a perfect stay

Excellent, lovely range of food and beautifully presented

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The property is very beautiful and has so much history. We love coming back to Azumi Setoda.

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Room was terrific, nice minimalist design. High end finishings. Very quiet.

Massage terrible, breakfast/dinner disappointing, rigid rules/lack of flexibility

Everything was amazing. Beautiful and so peaceful. Staff were super helpful

Wonderful staff and owner - great atmosphere and just the right place to start a very Japanese experience.

Design of the room. Very good diner at the hotel and good eating recommendations in town. Good zazen session at temple suggested by hotel.

Breakfast was “difficult” in the Japanese version and below par in the western version. Nobody at reception desk when I left for the 7.15 AM ferry (just awkward, not a complaint).

beautiful property with spacious modern rooms

Very well appointed ryokan in remote location. Staff super friendly and helpful. Room was spacious, immaculate and comfortable. We stayed 2 nights. Bathroom had wooden soaking tub which looked brand new. We had dinner on site one evening which was worthwhile, albeit a small fortune (approx $375 for 3 persons). Local restaurants were excellent as well and about 15% of the cost (advance reservations a must). Local art museum was a 10 minute walk from hotel and worth checking out. Bike rental was arranged by the hotel and nice to explore the island. Prior to our arrival, the staff was incredible with communication. We emailed them repeatedly in the months prior to arrival regarding our complicated travel schedule and they seamlessly helped arrange pickup from the train station, the bike rental, and a private car upon departure.

The bath/spa area was not part of the hotel, rather, communal, with locals able to access the facilities. Hotel guests were able to arrange some private time off hours (very early AM or after 8pm). Although the facilities were nice, it was not exactly a zen experience as there were about 8 other guys in the spa. Was a bit expensive for what it is.

- very good staff - rooms are perfect (big fan of the big wooden bath tub) - really good Japanese breakfast - you can use the onsen across the street for free - we rented really good bikes that are also suitable for a longer tour Yes it is pricey, but if you have the means we definitely would recommend going. Definitely make sure to book a dinner spot.

We stayed at Azumi Setoda over Christmas and our stay is unforgettable. The service and ambience of Azumi Setoda are truly outstanding. Everyone is not only extremely professional but also genuinely warm and friendly. The attention to detail was impeccable. The dishes of chef Akita were amazing. The design blends modernity with traditional Japanese minimalism to perfection.

super clean

spa was not impressing.

I was pleased with almost everything during my stay here, but the special dinner course exceeded all expectations. The seasonal dishes, utilizing Hiroshima's local produce, were a true work of art and would rival those of a Michelin-starred restaurant. SetodaAzumi hotel should be proud to have such a fine chef.

Japan seaside hotel 3 1/2 hours drive from Osaka Kansai airport. Azumi Setoda is a block from the Western edge of the Ikuchi island, in a meticulously converted house that belonged to a saltpan owner Horiuchi 140 years ago. It is a tribute to Japanese craftsmenship, I loved everything, even the little wooden hooks in the bathroom. Food is fresh & locally sourced and served on Horiuchi family’s tableware. Azumi is in a cute neighborhood with cute shops & cafes, temples & caves, the Ikuo Hirayama museum. Azumi is manned by a team that is used to dealing with international travelers, including the GM that used to work at Aman hotels, but Azumi and the shops next door, SOIL Setoda as well as Overview coffee are part of the town’s effort to revive the community that has been slowly hallowing out. The Azumi bathhouse, Yubune, is opened to the community, and guests from Azumi are given a map to encourage visits to the shops nearby.

One of the fish dishes at breakfast was overcooked.