When you go on your travels overseas, every interaction, exchange and experience adds to that journey. And at Guesthouse Koa, it is where your journey becomes so much richer and memorable. The rooms are super clean and well furnished. We stayed in the individual chalets so it was with your own washroom and shower but the shared ones for the individual rooms are super clean and functional as well. The beds are comfortable and big for a couple. The location is near a popular beach with a beautiful sunset! To travel round the island, you can rent a car from the property which is super convenient for the guest. The staff, their occasional friends and even other guests are what make Guesthouse Koa that much more special! The well furnished common areas allow people to spend quality “me” time or interact with staff and guest to enrich your journey. Atsushi-san and his staff have created a really special stay on island for travellers! Thank you so much!

I have had the pleasure of staying at Koa for a week, and realized how Koa has a top rating everywhere. I dont often write reviews, but their kindness and hospitality gave me great experience, and I decided to write one. 1. Super friendly & helpful staff : I did not rent a car.(no license) After the staff noticed that, they offered to drive me to lunch, supermarket, and even the airport. Always checked if I need food or drinks. They are very thoughtful and kind. 2. Tours : There are snorkeling, boat, city tours and they are offered at rates lower than online. They also know great spots, know the ocean well. They take photos or videos for you with GoPro as well. 3. Nice cozy and clean rooms : Rooms are kept clean, air conditioned, and at low rates. I will visit Miyako again next year, and I hope to see the staff Atsushi and Pao again. I hope all the best for Koa.

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This is a basic accommodation in nature, offering a peaceful retreat. We loved the beautiful resting place outside, perfect for relaxing. The shared kitchen has a lot of amenities free for use, and Atsushi-san makes coffee and jasmine tea every day. The staff were absolutely lovely and incredibly friendly. They made our stay enjoyable and are offering a range of services from massages to snorkelling. We had an exciting snorkelling adventure with Pao-san. It was amasing, thank you so much! A word of advice to fellow travellers: it's mandatory to have a car if you want to explore the island and nearby attractions. The location is quite remote, so having your own transport will make your experience much more convenient and enjoyable. Also, be prepared for the humidity and bugs, even in the room, as the guest house is situated in the heart of nature. It's part of the charm, but having some insect repellent handy is a good idea. Overall, if you're looking for a serene and authentic island experience with lovely staff and a variety of activities, this is a good choice. Thank you Atsushi-san and Pao-san for your warmth and hospitality!

Very friendly staff! All the staff feel like a family and the guests as well - good vibes! The guesthouse also provides snorkeling experience and rental for snorkeling equipment which is very convenient. It was my first time snorkeling and I felt very safe and had lot of fun! The house and room are quite basic but clean. The common room has a lot of amenities free for use, such as cookwares and washing machine, and the staff makes coffee and jasmine tea every day. The guest house is also very close to Sunayama beach which is pretty. There aren’t too many walkable options for food, apart from a nice cafe that opens for lunch and afternoon. So it’s better to rent a car or rent a bike like what we did!

The only small issue we had was that the AC leaked water the last day into our luggages and made everything wet which caused quite a bit trouble but I’m sure it was just bad luck for us :(

Guesthouse Koa is the place to have a peaceful, relaxing and cosy stay on Miyako Jima! Atsushi, his team and their dog have created a place with a warm-hearted, loving and beautiful atmosphere. I have instantly felt at home. The proximity to Suyanama beach is just unbeatable and the complimentary coffee in the morning with home-roasted coffee beans was just so delicious! The tiny house was very clean and cosy with a comfy bed. Great facilities to prepare your own meals, complementary water and comfortable community space. There are some supermarkets down town where you can buy fresh food. You can also hang out in the hammock outside, enjoy the abundant garden they have created and look at the stars at night. I also went on a snorkeling tour with Atsushi. Make sure you grab that opportunity to be guided to swim out to explore the sealife at the reefs in a secret spot and get great photos of your experience. They even gave me a lift to the airport in the end because they were going downtown.

I loved everything.

Atsushi and Pao were extremely helpful and kind. They take good care of their guests and make them feel at home. This is definitely a family friendly establishment where domestic tourists and international (inboundos as they call us ;) ) can meet and connect. As there's not a lot going on at night in Miyakojima, the guest house is great place to unwind, drink with other guests and play board games. We even were able to organise our own barbecue party. We also highly recommend the yabaji excursion. One of the most beautiful things I've ever seen.

The guesthouse is very well maintained, so clean. The common kitchen is indeed the kitchen of the owner, so tou have everything you need to cook. The owner is doing an excellent coffee everyday that he is offering. His passion for coffee is shared with the guests. The staff is so nice and helpful. You feel really welcome. Traveling since 6 months, this stay stands apart, a so nice atmosphere. Rhey also organise activities such as snorkling which were just fantastic

It was a too short stay 😄

Atsushi, Mayu and Pao were very welcoming and made me feel right at home, despite me being unable to speak Japanese! The place is very clean and has all the amenities you need for a short/long stay. The snorkelling tour and the tour around the island were very good - Atsushi took us to some very cool spots which I may not have found on Google maps. I will definitely come back here if I return to Miyako - P.S. Iru is so cute!

Nothing in particular. Due to the location, travellers should look to rent a car if they choose to stay here (I did).

We had an amazing stay at Koa! The entire staff was super friendly and helpful, and we had a great time with them! They definitely made our stay really special. We booked two different snorkeling activities with them and it was a great experience. We definitely recommend doing the same. The cabin was super comfortable and the guest house is very equipped. You can easily reach all beaches by car and you can walk to one of them. It’s also close to the downtown area with many restaurants.

Absolutely nothing!

Amazing guesthouse just next to Sunayama beach, the staff is incredibly kind and welcoming. They made us feel at home for five days, and even showed us around the local festival that was taking place on Miyako. Iru the dog is also very cute and friendly:) Would 100% recommend to anyone wishing to get some peace and quiet away from the touristy areas of Miyakojima. *Also for animal lovers, we saw a bunch of animals like coconut crabs and peacocks next to the beach so that was a huge plus for me:)

It's pricier than what we usually go for since we're on a small budget but it was well worth it for the location. Bit far away from restaurants but if you like walking it's no problem