Peace Island Miyakojima Shiyakushodori

“Price, location and convenience!!”

You can’t beat the Peace Island Hotel Miyakojima when it comes to affordability and convenience. The rooms are small (as expected) but not too small to accomodate two people with suitcases easily enough. We booked a twin bed and found ourselves on the 8th floor (8 F). The window opens to allow f… more

You can’t beat the Peace Island Hotel Miyakojima when it comes to affordability and convenience. The rooms are small (as expected) but not too small to accomodate two people with suitcases easily enough. We booked a twin bed and found ourselves on the 8th floor (8 F). The window opens to allow fresh air in and ,after a bit of fumbling, managed to sort out the air conditioner and get a good temp happening. The rooms are quiet and the beds are comfortable (very firm) and the room also houses a fridge with freezer, a microwave and a washer/dryer. Detergent packets are available for purchase at the front desk (We asked the housekeeper for help after failing to figure out how the Panasonic all-in one works. Ours didn’t really dry but spun long enough to allow for air drying on the bathroom clothesline) Mixed Japanese / Western option breakfast is included and enjoyable. We rented a car (3days) from Times car rental - HIGHLY recommended. The island is small and easy to navigate, the car also allowed us to visit the 3 islands joined by bridges. The hotel is directly adjacent to a moped mechanic/rental place. An international license is needed to drive. Check your country before you go as some countries international licenses were not accepted. We were also able to park our rental for free at the hotel. Right outside the door is a vibrant strip of restaurants and Izakaya’s and a few bars. As this was very much a foodie type adventure for us, we enjoyed our 5 nights of sampling the various menu’s. A few places we went back to more than once. Try Maushi and Syubo for yourself. As well, you’ll find souvenir shops, a department store, bank (foreign exchange between 10:00- 10:20 AM ONLY!) a CoCo, a Family Mart and a pharmacy close by. ** For a great grocery store with tons of takeaway food options to pack for the beaches, Google Sanei Miyakojima to find one a short walk from the Hotel. The staff spoke little English (as expected) but they are all very friendly and accommodating. With some charades and pointing at the available maps and guide books, all went well. When something more business like required communication beyond charades, (i.e. the front desk arranging for our car rental) a charming Phillipino staff member came in to help with interpretation and make things easy! NOTE: Check in is 2PM

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