I regret not booking a longer trip there.

If you are wondering whether or not to book a room here: stop overthinking and press that book now button! The Galaxy Guest house offers you an amazing experience in the coziest place I have ever been to in Japan. The hosts are excellent and both speak perfect English. The house is equipped with a gorgeous shower, the beds are so comfortable, the rooms are spacious and the common area makes you feel right at home. The island is a perfect getaway from the busy city life and is a great place to recharge both physically and mentally! And the hosts will make you feel right at home!

Stayed in April 2025

Not a negative but good to be aware of - the location is part of the charm being away from the town so you can enjoy nature and quiet, but I'd recommend renting a car or bicycles for getting around easily

The guesthouse is beautiful with a great view, you can even see Aogashima on a clear morning. The hosts were very welcoming and provided us with plenty of information on the town and restaurants. We relaxed at our own pace and had the freedom to use the shared areas comfortably. We would love to return again in future!

Stayed in January 2025

Very nice place to stay either for or short or long stay. Hosts are very convenient and always asking if you need anything. Speak english, very easy to communicate. Recommend 100%.

Stayed in November 2024

Not accesssible by.public transport, best to hire a car or motorbike for convenience. Rooms are not ensuite but that was clear upfront.

Relaxed style, arty haven. Surrounded by evergreen forest. Self catering facilities available. Friendly owners who were very helpful in booking taxis etc. Taxis arrived in 10 minutes or less. Laid back jazz, bossanova music. Lively house plants and eclectic art. Reasonable price. Excellent wifi connectivity. Lovely coastal scenery nearby.

Stayed in October 2024

The hosts were delightful and welcoming, and the house warm and homely. I couldn’t get enough of the sea view.

Stayed in July 2024

Very homely and welcoming hosts

Stayed in June 2024

The comfortable ambiance of the common area.

Stayed in February 2024

The place is very cozy and the atmosphere chill. It feels like staying at your own place. The owner are very kind and they speak perfect English. If you go to Hachijojima, this is the place you should book!

Stayed in January 2024

The location is inaccurate on Google Maps. It's also far away from everything, so having your own transportation can be a necessity. It's around a 20 minute walk from the bus stop. Keiko and Kenta are helpful in arranging transportation however (e.g. calling a taxi) or even driving you where you need to go themselves (but don't abuse this!), so it's not a problem.

Keiko and Kenta were exceptional hosts. Their home is beautiful and comforting. Great view from the deck, you can see Aogashima in the distance on a clear day, and the Milky Way up above on a clear night. They have notebooks with wonderful messages from guests dating back to 2006!

Stayed in November 2023

Outstanding hospitality, nice seaview and cozy atmosphere in the house

Stayed in November 2023

Very beautiful house, very nice people

Stayed in October 2023

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Keiko and Kenta were very nice and attentive hosts, staying in the Guesthouse almost felt like home. Also they had some good advice for travelling around the island or good places for coffee/dinner. Last but not least we really want to come back. We are pretty sad that the four days are over.

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing - we just had a 11/10 perfect experience here!

The owners are super nice and sweet - we had such a great stay and experience, it was definitely unique! (Thanks for the coffee and tea btw) The view, the people, just laying outside to see the stars, everybody was super friendly and welcoming! The shared room is very big and comfortable. Additionally, they gave us ideas of where to go and what to visit and eventually showed us around a bit! I will definitely choose this Guest house again if I come back to the island! And it is the first time I recommended a Hotel to friends after my stay!

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing all good, car is necessary though but that’s everywhere on the island.

Very calm and relaxing atmosphere with nice terrace. The homestay feeling is well done, the room with mattress on tatami was comfortable. Shared bathroom was also clean and nice.

Stayed in July 2023

The Guesthouse feels like a home away from home! The owners are incredibly friendly and inspiring people. They were helpful, forthcoming and accommodating. The location is beautiful as there is a stunning view from the deck and a pizza place nearby for dinner. It’s in the middle of the forest so it’s a great place to see the stars and listen to nature. The house is cozy and there is everything you need there. It’s beautifully decorated with art and plants. The WiFi is fast enough for facetime and WFH.

Stayed in June 2023

Location is both a plus and a minus, as it's remote. But that's the beauty of the place, so you need to come with the correct expectations. The pizza place just beside it is GREAT - and if you have a car or bikes, it's not a problem

What a fabulous place to stay in HachijoJima. I was the only guest there - but the mother and son team were great. I ended up hiring a bike from them and cycling around which was great. I loved the view from the guesthouse and the overall decor of it!

Stayed in February 2023

This beautiful guesthouse seems like a magician house from a Ghibli film. It is hidden deep in the woods with only one path between the trees. It is a perfect place for people who like nature and silence. At night it is completely dark and quiet. You can really relax in there. The owner, mrs. Keiko, is a talented artist and the whole house is decorated with her paintings and earthware.

Stayed in April 2023

Lovely family, great amenities, decent location, nice views, hammock. I’ll be back for when the weather is better!

Stayed in March 2023

The owners are exceptionally great people who elevated the quality of my stay tremendously. Their help and guidance was invaluable to me. The fact that both of them are fluent in English makes this the best place for foreigners to stay at. The house itself has a fantastic ambience and feels very much like a home. The view from the terrace is also really nice!

Stayed in March 2023

I loved the peaceful and serene environment

Omg.. Kenta and Keiko are the best. They go the extra mile to make your stay memorable. Indeed am planning another visit soon. Thank you so much for your hospitality. Top-notch services.

Stayed in August 2022

No soap to wash hands in the bathroom on the 2nd floor 😡😡

Relaxed atmosphere, nice decorations, books to read. Kenta who showed me around was nice he was very relatable but also the opposite to me, sorta like ying to my yang brah 🤯 But this would only apply to me as I am a very unique individual so I don't know how this info would be of any help to you...

Stayed in July 2022

The path to the building is a bit tough to walk, particularly in the dark.

The owner is relaxed and friendly, enjoyed the conversation with them and other guests.

Stayed in May 2022

No food or breakfast available.

Very nice staff, beautiful landscape.

Stayed in September 2023

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Stayed in September 2024