Hotel Bokaiso

I enjoyed my stay at Bokaiso Hotel very much. I wanted a location out of the way, something different than a standard hotel, and it fit very well. I had a large and attractive room looking out over the bay and the city of Takamatsu. The bed was comfortable, the bath very nice, heating very good. There are only 8 or 9 rooms, all different; only some look out on the bay. It is not a full-service hotel, but almost more of a B&B (although the main meal is dinner, not breakfast, if one chooses that option). Dinner is chicken sukiyaki, which we cook ourselves at our table. If you stay multiple nights, there may be another option for later nights but sukiyaki is the default. I found it a large portion for one person, and very good. There was also a tasty side dish of fugu karaage. Breakfast is very limited; if you request, they will deliver two nigiri (rice balls) outside your door in the morning, for a small fee. I added an instant miso, and there was good (instant, but drip) coffee in the room. The lady at the desk speaks good English, so language will not be an issue for most international travelers. The hotel is likely to appeal to people who like to walk. On my first morning, I explored the Yashima temple (number 84 on the route of 88 Shikoku temples), and then walked down the pilgrimmage path to Yashima. The path is paved in stone all the way, steep in sections, and fun to walk on. I considered visiting Shikoku Village, which is at the base of Mt Yashima, but decided to spend the day at Risturin Koen, a few stops away on the train. (Ritsuriin Koen is a wonderful park, btw.)

The location is rather remote, and public transportation is limited. The last local bus leaves Yashima train station for the summit just after 4 pm. A taxi should be availble as a backup (although I did not use one). If you are not at all familiar with transport in Japan, or if you want many a bigger menu for dinner or breakfast, this may not be the right place to stay.

The location, with excellent view of the city and sea below. Great view of the full moon and its bright light shimmering off the waters of the Seto Sea. Top quality toiletries, heater blanket. Staff made exception for parking outside the hotel.

There was no decent warm breakfast available. Only a light snack costing a few dollars. The howling wind and loose things rattling outside. These can be fixed.

Great location. The view was breathtaking. Nice and friendly staff.

Protein bar and vegetable drink wasn't really a breakfast.

Super friendly staff, they helped me out a lot. They speak really good English too! I felt very welcome. Great view from the window, spacious rooms.

Sheets were a little dirty.

The view from the hotel is breathtaking. The room was large and had all the amenities. The bathroom was excellent. The walks around the hotel were very nice as was the nearby temple. The staff was most helpful.

If you do not arrive by car getting on and off the mountain is not always convenient.

Huge roomBeautiful view

The distance from the car park

This hotel is in a totally unique location, that is really wonderful if you are a hiker or just like to immerse in nature. They aren't joking when they say that they have great views (although this will depend on your room). I also like being able to escape the city a bit here. The beds were also very comfortable!

Our room was a little barren, and the breakfast offerings were very sparse.

The hotel is just inside the national park, we could visited around in the morning. A large room for four of us, comfor

The location is quite remote but you got free parking. Nice staff who can speak good English.However, the window was blown with sounds, maybe it is because the building is already 60 years old

Lovely view

It was extremely cold in the room and the heater wasn't great

The location was actually inside a park behind the aquarium. The view from the hotel room was spectacular. Again, wish we had more time to enjoy the facility but we had to catch a morning flight.

The staff, the views.

It was very cold!

Room size

Need to take stair to access the room which is unfavorable to elder person with heavy luggage.

The view of our room was spectacular. The room was spacious and kept clean.

Access to the hotel can be a bit confusing.

Beautiful hotel with great staffs. View from the hotel is stunning.Rooms are big

We had a great stay. Rooms abit old but spacious and toilet is new. No lift to second flr room but carrying up our luggage is not a problem for us. Very rustic and quiet. With a great view - day and night. The temple and garden next door is nice. Staff is helpful. 20 mins drive away from city centre and you are in a completely different environment. Love it!

Great location with great view on Takamatsu. Dinner was very good at the hotel (included).

The view and location.Very clean and comfortable

Great views. Clean rooms. Friendly staff that spoke English.

Spectacular views and helpful staff. Spacious rooms. A bit of a hike to get to if you don’t have a car but well worth it.