Hateruma Island · Guesthouse (minshuku) with dinner and breakfast, phone reservations ★4.2 (36)
Photo: Google Maps (安藤一郎)
Photos were posted to Google Maps by Ken M, fukuoka ito, 安藤一郎, 西谷唯.
Minshuku Urumaya is a guesthouse (minshuku) with dinner and breakfast, in the center of the Hateruma village. Rooms are private Japanese-style rooms with futon, and the showers and toilets are shared (2 of each). Pickup from the port is offered, as is an evening ride to the stargazing tower, and bicycles are free. Reservations are by phone only (0980-85-8437). Guest reports from 2026 mention ¥8,000 with dinner and breakfast, and guests chat together after dinner (yuntaku).
Travelers who want to chat with others in the evening (yuntaku)
Solo travelers
Maybe not for
Those who want attentive service (guest reports say it is not suited to them)
Rates and booking
There is no official website, and reservations are by phone only. Guest reports from 2026 mention ¥8,000 with dinner and breakfast and ¥2,000 per day for an electric bicycle. Older listings show ¥5,000-¥5,500, so confirm by phone.
Compare hotel pricesTrip.com and Agoda list most hotels on Ishigaki and the resort islands. Small guesthouses usually take bookings by phone or on Japanese sites.
Pickup from the port. An evening ride to the stargazing tower is also offered
Rooms, facilities and times
With dinner and breakfast
Pickup to the port and the stargazing tower
Free bicycle rental
Rooms
About 6 Japanese-style rooms (per listing sites). Shared toilets and showers
Meals
With dinner and breakfast (homemade island dishes)
Bath
Shared showers
Reviews ★4.2 (36 Google reviews)
Often praised
Homemade meals
Evening chat with other guests after dinner (yuntaku)
Pickup to the port and the stargazing tower
Free bicycles
Points raised
The owner has a strong personality, and opinions are mixed
Showers only, no bathtub
Bring your own towel and toothbrush
“This was my first time in Hateruma, and not knowing which guesthouse to choose, I contacted several at random. Luckily, a cancellation opened up, and I was able to stay here. In the end, I'm so glad I found this guesthouse and was able to stay here. I had read reviews beforehand, but when I first met the owner, I was a little surprised by his appearance. However, while everyone…”
なお · ★5 · 5 months agoTranslated by Google
“I stayed for 3 nights in March 2026. The food was good, and the facilities were great. I was a little worried after reading some reviews, but the owner was perfectly fine as long as you behaved reasonably. If you're looking for high-quality service, it would be better for both parties to choose a different place to stay. To be able to have breakfast and dinner on this remote is…”
fukuoka ito · ★4 · 6 months agoTranslated by Google
“I stayed for two nights with two meals included. The meals were local home-cooked, and we ate with the other guests. After dinner, we chatted over Orion beer and awamori, each purchased from the shop. The owner shared many stories about the island. Accommodation facilities included private tatami rooms with futons. Showers and toilets were shared, but there were two of each, so…”
Misaki Kawagoe · ★5 · 8 months agoTranslated by Google
Details are from the official website (checked October 2026) and Google Maps. Prices and hours change, so confirm before you book. Business owners: to correct or add information, email info@tabicuration.com.
