I want to go back, such a nice vibe, pretty, clean, ac, good kitchen and so much nice people

Stayed in May 2024

The owner is a legend

Stayed in March 2024

One minor point are the beds. All beds are Japanese style, so that they are quite hard compared to European beds.

The host and team were very kind. It's a relatively small house in which the guests live together with the host and the staff. It's a family atmosphere between the host, the staff and the guests. We cooked together, made some trips and just went for dinner/drinking. Since I speak only a bit of Japanese there was some language barrier, since the host speaks only japanese. However, some of the guests could speak a bit of English and for the translation apps could be used. Nevertheless I never felt excluded.

Stayed in September 2023

Staff is amazing there; a very homely experience and a chance to meet lots of people!

Stayed in July 2023

Not this guest house. Restaurants very busy in Miyako island

Happy chan is so cute. Owner , helper and customers were friendly and kind.

Stayed in July 2023

Everything was perfect! Staying at Happy Island Miyako felt like having a second home far from home - and a second family far from home. The whole hostel is designed with so much love to detail, it's awesome! The rooftop is exceptional for viewing sunsets or to just chill in one of the hammocks. The living room is the heart of the house and the perfect place to spend time with other guests and the hosts, every evening you could join and have dinner together. On top of that, everything was always very clean and tidied up. The shower room is very spacious and clean as well. Nothing to complain! Thank you so much for having me, Wakana, Max-san and Happy the cat! An unforgettable experience! I'll return! またきます！

Stayed in July 2023

None.

Max and Wakana are super nice!

Stayed in July 2023

It wasn’t a problem for me because I used earphones to sleep anyway but you can hear guests in the dormitory snoring through the wall.

The best hostel I’ve stayed in Japan. The owner Max and Wakana the staff were really cool and friendly and Happy-chan the cat is very cute. The hostel has a great atmosphere and the communal areas downstairs and the terrace are relaxing places to hang out. I had the private room with beds and the mattress and pillow are super comfortable.

Stayed in June 2023

brilliant hostel very friendly

brilliant hostel very friendly

Stayed in May 2023

Only two toilets and one shower room in the house.

The house is fairly close to restaurants and there’s a supermarket nearby.

Stayed in May 2023

Max is a great host! Friendly and easy going

Stayed in April 2023

Nothing

Happy Island Miyako is one of the best guesthouses we’ve ever stayed! Feels like home and wished to stay longer. Max is indeed one of the best hosts ever, together with Shiori. Our Miyakojima experience is so memorable with these guys! Our bed is comfortable, everything you need is here! free towel rentals, toiletries, water, condiments for cooking and even laundry! We’ve celebrated Max’s 60th birthday and this night is one of the most memorable nights I’ve ever had in my backpacking experience. The host also helped us to rent a car during the busiest days of Obon week. We are truly grateful! Thank you so much, Max and Shiori (and Happy!!) !!! Indeed a wonderful experience. Indeed a ‘Happy Island’ Miyako ^_^

Stayed in August 2022

The property itself is great location. You can also rent scooter from shops nearby if you want to get around. Just remember that you need a Japanese license or an international license if you are a foreigner. Max is an excellent host. You can ask him anything about Miyako and he will help you out. He helped me find dive shops so I could scuba dive in Miyako. The place is very relaxing and you will feel at home. The other guests where really cool and friendly. I even had hot plate with them.

Stayed in July 2022

Great welcoming vibes, hospitality of Max san , guests and helper guest. One of the best hostel in Japan.

Stayed in June 2022

The guesthouse is cute and art-sy. The room I was in had a great view and I could open the windows. There were two beds in the room, one was softer and one was more firm so I could choose. There was a friendly community feeling among the guests that was great. It is a short walk from Family Mart, short walk to rent an electric bicycle, etc. Even though it was raining I could use the hammocks and eat outside on the large balcony. I did a sea turtle snorkeling tour with the owner and it was fantastic. The owner, Max-San knew exactly what time of day to go and which part of the beach was best, I could have a wetsuit, snorkeling gear, towels, etc it was great! We saw 7+ turtles and he made photos and video of it for me. I highly recommend the tour. Also of course the cat Happy-chan was so friendly ^_^ I hope to return again.

Stayed in March 2022

It was great to be able socialize with the other guests of the house. The terrace is also great - lots of space to relax.

Stayed in November 2021

there is only one air conditioner in the shared rooms. If you can't sleep in a warm room you might have a hard time when your bed is not close to the air con.

The owner and staff (and the guests during my stay) were super kind and open. Even if your japanese isn't that good, they try to welcome you and make you feel nice during your stay. There is also a really cute black cat.

Stayed in September 2021

Not very clean Far from everything 30 minutes by walk for the beach

Very nice people !

Stayed in September 2023

The only problem was that the ac in the shared room takes a while to cool the whole place, and it wasn't enough to cool the whole place so I felt a bit warm. But otherwise you pretty much get what you pay for and all facilities

The staff was so friendly, it's a new hotel and you get what you pay for.

Stayed in August 2021

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Stayed in November 2023

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Stayed in August 2023

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Stayed in June 2023

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Stayed in September 2022

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Stayed in August 2022