[2024 Taketomi Stay] Travel Guide for Hoshino Resorts Iriomote Hotel (Updated Nov)
I thought Okinawa was beautiful, until I went to Hoshino on Iriomote Island...
Transportation from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island is very convenient. It takes about 40 minutes by ferry⛴️. There is a bus from Ishigaki Airport✈️ to Ishigaki Port. Iriomote Island has two ports, but they are far apart, so it's best to confirm which port you need to go to in advance. Uehara Port has more ferry services, but they may be cancelled in bad weather. After arriving on the island, the hotel will arrange a shuttle bus🚌 to take you to the hotel.
Hoshino Resort, although the facilities are a bit old, the overall environment is very good. The hotel is located in the jungle, just a few steps from the beach🏖️. And as Japan's first starry sky🌌 reserve, the beautiful starry sky at night is also a highlight.
In terms of dining, Hoshino Resort offers a rich and local selection. Breakfast includes Japanese and Western options, fresh local fruit🥭 and traditional Japanese breakfast. The dinner buffet is very rich, including Wagyu barbecue🍖 and a variety of seafood platters, each dish is carefully prepared, very delicious.
It is recommended to bring a chair to the coastline to watch the sea at sunset🌅, and remember to bring a bottle of cold beer🍻, the experience will be very cool.
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Fall in Love with Iriomote Island! Wonderful Events at Hoshino Resort.
Hoshino Resort Iriomote Island Hotel offers a variety of activities!
✔︎ Example Activities
・Guided Walks (Jungle, Mangroves, Iriomote Wildcat)
…Learn about the flora and fauna of Iriomote Island while walking 🚶♀️🚶♂️
・School (Sea Turtles, Iriomote Wildcat, World Heritage)
…Watch videos and learn in-depth about the creatures of Iriomote Island 🏫
・Sundowner
…Enjoy complimentary champagne while watching the sunset at Tsukigahama Beach 🥂🌇
・Pineapple Beer Fest
…Enjoy free pineapple juice, beer, and BBQ by the pool 🍍🍻
By listening to detailed explanations and seeing the plants and animals up close, you'll fall in love with Iriomote Island ☺️
Additionally, there are plenty of events where you can enjoy beautiful scenery, delicious drinks, and a fun atmosphere!
When visiting Iriomote Island Hotel, be sure to participate in the meticulously planned events by Hoshino!
⚠️ Some events are limited-time or require reservations, so please check the website or the tablet in your room in advance!
✔︎ Access
🚌 10-minute free shuttle bus from Uehara Port
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Fun! Delicious! Dinner Buffet at Hoshino Resort Iriomote Island.
We enjoyed the dinner buffet at Hoshino Resort Iriomote Island Hotel 🍽️
✔︎ Types of Dinner Buffet (Daily Specials)
1. Iriomote Island Cuisine
… Featuring local specialties like wild boar and blue crab 🐗🦀
2. Asian Cuisine
… Dishes made with Iriomote Island spices and herbs 🌿
The day we had the dinner buffet was Asian Cuisine day!
✔︎ Features of the Dinner Buffet (Asian Cuisine)
・Live kitchen offerings like roast beef, brown sugar spare ribs, and shrimp meatballs
・Awamori cocktails made with tropical fruits 🍸
・Desserts like purple sweet potato Mont Blanc and a variety of tropical ice creams 🍨🍠
The dinner buffet is ¥4,600 per person!
Make sure to try everything from the live kitchen! It's truly delicious 😋
The Awamori cocktails allow you to choose the amount of fruit and alcohol (non-alcoholic options available), making it fun for everyone 🍸
As expected, Hoshino's food is the best 🤩
✔︎ Access
🚌 10-minute free shuttle bus from Uehara Port
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