Escape to a romantic coastal villa near Hiroshima, where art and nature shape every moment
Location
Situated on the coast of Ōtake, Hiroshima Prefecture, the villa complex overlooks the Seto Inland Sea and clusters of nearby islands. Just over an hour from Hiroshima city, it’s a fine base for exploring Iwakuni’s iconic Kintai Bridge, ferry-hopping to Atata island, or relaxing by the sea.
Rooms
There are ten architecturally unique villas—five set in a forest and five facing the waterfront. Forest Villas include standout designs like the Paper House with its recycled cardboard‑tube walls, the open‑air Wall‑Less House, Cross Wall House and the House of Double‑Roof. Waterfront Villas, named Kielsteg A–E, feature floor‑to‑ceiling glass, tatami‑style areas, and baths made from Towada stone or Japanese cypress.
Amenities
Guests can enjoy a gym fitted with Technogym equipment, an exclusive lounge, on‑site French restaurant, museum access, and high-end in‑room comforts, from Nespresso machines and Bang & Olufsen speakers to Bamford bath products.
Activities
Stroll the curated art galleries, movable floating units on a reflective water basin or explore the on-site museum’s 500‑piece collection, featuring works by Matisse, Chagall, and traditional Japanese dolls. Curated garden walks, chef-led private dinners, nearby island excursions, and rotating museum exhibitions complete the experience.
Sustainability
Designed by Pritzker‑winner Shigeru Ban, the resort champions sustainability: villas use recycled materials (like cardboard and engineered wood), integrate solar panels in the museum roof, and follow a farm‑to‑table ethos in dining.
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