Naoshima Ryokan Roka

Beautifully designed, and a wonderful way to spend a couple of nights on Naoshima. Thoughtful and courteous staff, with very helpful ryokan shuttle buses picking us up from the ferry and dropping us off at museums. The evening sushi and kaiseki meals were also extraordinarily good. Very charming, comfortable and spacious suites.

Nothing! I loved our stay

Setting - culture -food - hot bath ready when you arrive - Japanese clothes they give you

You need to know you will sleep on the floor in separate beds .

Lovely space, excellent service, amazing dinner

It was too early in the year to see the beautiful views that are potentially there

It's like Japan: simple and perfect.Always-hot bath was wonderful.The lady from Belgium was most welcoming - thank you!Kaiseki dinner - superb!...Everything was great basically.

Sushi dinner was just ok and attitude of chef a tad strange. Minor thing.

Everything was exceptional. The attention to detail in the room, service from staff, preparation, presentation and serving of food. Even though it was winter we sat outside next to the firepit after dinner and it was very comfortable. The beds were very comfortable, the private onsen with view out to the woodland beyond was perfect. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. The room was spacious and perfectly equipped with everything you might need. Ryokan Roka has managed to combine current cuisine with the type of service that hasn’t been seen in many fine dining restaurants around the world in years. Congratulations.

healthy, nutritious and a delightful selection of Japanese pickles, vegetables and fish. Beautifully presented and delicious.

As a solo guest paying the same price as a couple, I found the number of bathroom room towels, amenities, and supplies meagre and that they were not replenished daily compared to other hotels I stayed in during my travels in Japan. While having breakfast, I was asked to complete a questionnaire about how I would like the room cleaned, which confused both me and the staff.

the rooms are so lovely & the beds were insanely comfy. the staff make you feel so welcomed

nothing to not like about the property

Everything about our stay was exceptional! Every moment was a delight, and the staff went above and beyond with their kindness and attentiveness, ensuring that everything ran seamlessly. I truly appreciated how they paid attention to even the smallest details, from personalized service to the thoughtful variation in the menu throughout our stay. Each dish was absolutely divine. The perfect balance of modern comfort and traditional Japanese culture made for an unforgettable experience. I'd love to return and highly recommend to anyone seeking an authentic experience of both worlds!

The staff was friendly and very helpful. The room was spacious and great with well-equipped amenities.

However, the ryokan dinner was a disappointment. We found a hair on one of the dishes. The staff did apologize and changed it for a new one. Other than that, everything is fine.

Everything about our stay was absolutely lovely. The room was so nice and we enjoyed the 45 degrees Celsius hot rub in our room as well!All of the food was delicious and made with such care. We will definitely stay again.Thank you to the staff for their warm welcome!

We aren’t as used to the Japanese beds so didn’t sleep so well, but it may have been just our experience!

Ryokan Roka is located on what they call the "Art Island"Everything was Fabulous. Amazing. Perfect. Gorgeous. The staff was so helpful and willing to solve any problems or questions.We were provided with drivers and vans to help us get to the museums and galleries.Our room was the largest we had in our 6-week trip to Japan. Unusual and amazing - what a treat!The food was beyond fantastic... it was Mouthwatering delicious. We had all come to view art, and it was wonderful to also be surrounded by art throughout the hotelSo, so happy we stayed here.

Not a thing

The whole layout of the ryokan was magnificent. We really enjoyed our room at No 11 as its interior was simply divine. The tatami mattress with the thick fluffy comforter gave us a good night of rest. It’s wonderful to be able to soak in the onsen whenever we would like to do so. What’s even greater is the dual mirror and hand wash sink. No need to wait for each other. Little details like hooks for towels and bath robes were carefully thought through. The patio to look out gave us time to reflect and take in the ambience.As for the premise, we liked the fire place as it kept us warm in the cold weather. The zen gravel garden was equally attractive. The staff were very well trained. We particularly liked interacting with Chat (from Sri Lankan) who checked us in /out and gave us our room tour as well as MJ (from the Philippines) who drove us to and fro Miyanoura Port. There was also the female staff who served us our dinner whose name we didn’t get as we were so fascinated by each and every dish. We thanked her for making our dinner experience as memorable.

Hmm…the room wasn’t particularly sound proof. There was this couple in Room 12 and the man was singing awfully late till 11 pm. Perhaps he was drunk. He only stopped after my husband banged on the adjoining wall.

This property is one of the most special places i have ever stayed in. Every area is so well considered with the attention to detail and the materials used extraordinary. The food both nights i stayed were highlights of my whole trip and every single staff member from the moment i arrived couldn’t have been more warm and welcoming. As i was travelling alone - they took the time ask me of i had a preference where i’d like to sit during dinner in case i felt uncomfortable in any way which was so sweet and appreciated.

This is a standout 10/10 experience - it’s perfect. Truly.

Wonderful staff, great location, beautiful decor

Although the set dinner and breakfast were delicious, there was too much food and we felt rather guilty about the waste!

Very friendly staff. already before you arrive you get information and offer to pick you up at the ferry. We had dinner included. The food was extra-ordinary. High end menu with options for wine, sake or juice pairing.

Everything was excellent. Minor point : the western breakfast is a bit heavy with too much meat.

Delicious food (breakfast and dinner)Top equipped roomsSuper friendly and service orientated staff

The attention to detail at Roka made the stay very comfortable and convenient. The rooms are so spacious and gorgeous, of course the private onsen was the highlight. It’s very peaceful and I didn’t hear my neighbours. I’d recommend two nights as it’s the best stay in all of Japan for sure. The staff are all so friendly and helpful.

Such a wonderful place!!Beautiful architecture and wonderful hospitality!!

Kaiseki(dinner) is modern style, honestly we expect a traditional Japanese style kaiseki

Ryokan Roka is a lovely, contemporary Ryokan an easy walk from the town of Honmaru, where the Art House Project is. The food is wonderful, which is a bonus because it is HARD to find good food on the island. We had a shiatsu massage and loved the hot soak tub in the suite. Excellent staff.

Roka Ryokan is a must if you plan to stay on Naoshima. My partner and I stayed in the deluxe ryokan in March 2024 which was absolutely beautiful. I would recommend this time of year where it’s not too cold to cycle around the island, however you can open up the doors and have the cool air enter the onsen area. The dinner included within the room was a highlight of the trip, where the beautifully curated menu showcased some of Japan’s best cuisine. We had a very special time here and will remember it forever!