Shima

Amanemu

An AMAN hotel. Rialto is a Virtuoso agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Experience the curative powers of Amanemu. Its 21,500-square-foot spa centers around a mineral-rich onsen (there are two private pavilions, as well), fed by salt-infused springs from Ise-Shima National Park. Indeed, each of 24 suites and 4 two-bedroom villas has its own onsen, along with walls that open to tranquil Ago Bay or the surrounding forest. Practice yoga on the outdoor platform, witness a prayer ceremony at the Ise Grand Shrine, or go fishing with a local angler and have the chef prepare fresh sashimi from your catch. The UNESCO-designated Kumano Kodo trails are worth the day trip.

2165 Hazako Hamajima Cho, Hamajima-cho, 517-0403 Shima, Japan
Amanemu

About Amanemu

Insider tip

Ago Bay is famous for the ama, or female divers who go searching for pearls. Take this rare chance to have dinner with one of the ama in her humble hut to learn about this ancient lifestyle.

In the hotel’s own words

Amanemu embraces the ancient Japanese bathing tradition of onsen, using nutrient-rich thermal springs to provide a contemplative and restorative retreat set among serene natural surroundings.

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Location Amanemu is set within Ise-Shima National Park on the Kii Peninsula, in the southwestern region of the island of Honshu. The resort overlooks Ago Bay, known as the Bay of Pearls – a blue expanse dotted with oyster rafts and islets.

By CAR: Distance by car is approximately 124 miles (2.5 – 3 hours roughly on highway)

By TRAIN: From airport, head to Nagoya Station (approx 20 minutes); at Nagoya Station, change to train for Kashikojima (approx 2 hours 10 minutes) to Amanemu. Total time 2.5 hours – 3 hours.

By HELICOPTER: Concierge delighted to arrange from Nagoya Airport (30 minutes directly to Amanemu from the airport).

Discoveries Ancient pilgrimage routes wind through forests, and some of Japan’s most sacred shrines are within easy reach – including Geku Shrine, dedicated to the deity of clothing, food and shelter, and Naiku Shrine, devoted to the goddess of the sun.

Wellness Two large onsen bathing pavilions are complemented by a watsu pool, four treatment suites, a gym and a yoga studio.

Dining Japanese cuisine at The Restaurant uses local produce, including fresh seafood and the renowned Matsusaka Wagyu beef.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Virtuoso benefits, included

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  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability

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Rooms and suites

6 room types, as described by the hotel.
Suites
Size
1Mori Suite
The Mori Suites offer a combined bedroom and living area, with woven textile shutters that open to embrace the outdoors. Mori Suites enjoy a private onsen bath, which draws nutrient-rich water from nearby hot springs
1,065 ft²
2Sora Suite
Situated closer to the coast, Sora Suites enjoy tranquil green views towards Ago Bay. The combined bedroom and living area features woven textile shutters, which open onto a spacious veranda. A private onsen bath draws nutrient-rich water from nearby hot springs
1,065 ft²
3Nagi Suite
Offering premium sea views, the Nagi Suites enjoy a combined bedroom and living area. Woven textile shutters open onto a spacious veranda, and a private onsen bath draws nutrient-rich water from nearby hot springs
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Villas
Size
4Mori Villa
The Two-Bedroom Mori Villa overlooks a verdant private garden with peaceful greenery all around. The living area and bedroom pavilion open onto expansive verandas offering daybeds and an alfresco dining area. Private onsen facilities draw nutrient-rich water from nearby hot springs
5Sora Villa
The Two-Bedroom Sora Villa overlooks its own private garden with partial sea views. Living areas and bedroom pavilions open onto expansive verandas offering daybeds and an alfresco dining area. Private onsen facilities draw nutrient-rich water from nearby hot springs
6Nagi Villa
The Two-Bedroom Nagi Villa overlooks the sea offering panoramic views of Ago Bay’s verdant islets and pearl rafts. Living areas and bedroom pavilions open onto expansive verandas offering daybeds and an alfresco dining area. Private onsen facilities draw nutrient-rich water from nearby hot springs

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Virtuoso always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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