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Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
The history of DER ALPBACHERIN began in the former Angelika house. Some time ago, in the middle of Alpbach, at house number 405, stood the small bed and breakfast “Haus Angelika”. Georg and Lisa ran them with a lot of love. The success proved you right and so the desire for a new place for more guests was born. A dream came true. Together with daughter Valentina and her boyfriend Thomas, plans, dreams and…
Azulik Tulum
In the heart of the Mayan jungle, a revolutionary project is about to redefine human evolution. A new vision of the future that is guided by ancestral knowledge and creates community is beginning to shape up.The VILLAS of AZULIK Tulum are built in harmony with the Mayan jungle and the Caribbean Sea. With no electric light, A/C, or television, we present nature as our main amenity, setting the perfect mood for a…
Royal Mansour Marrakech
The Royal Mansour can be counted amongst the few establishments in the world that defy hotel excellence. Just a few steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square beats the heart of the Marrakesh Palace, offering travellers the unique concept of a medina within a medina.
Each area has been designed to intuitively take guests on a sensory journey. Take a step into the secret and sumptuous history of one of the…
Piccolo Hotel Portofino
Hotel Piccolo Portofino, surrounded by the typical luxuriant vegetation of the Liguria Riviera, among the crystal clear water of Portofino and the blue sky, is a piece of art of the reception, unique of its kind. A hidden jewel, that has to be searched end discovered. Obtained from a refined period villa, today it is a boutique hotel, and from its generous terraces, a breathtaking view onto this exclusive stretch of coast…
Il San Pietro Di Positano
The San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a journey within a journey, where memories are created and never forgotten. A haven of peace, immersed in nature, this elegant home harmonises old-world traditions of hospitality with contemporary, understated luxury. Escape to this small slice of paradise suspended between the sea and sky. Carved into the cliff overlooking the mediterranean Sea, our rooms are a…
Il Sereno Como
Il Sereno brings a new era of luxury to the banks of Italy’s iconic Lake Como. Awarded the title of “Most Anticipated New Luxury Hotel Opening in 2016” by Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, Il Sereno’s ethos of understated elegance presents a freshness to this well-established destination. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Wallpaper* Magazine Designer of The Year 2015, the all-suite hotel promises modern style and an authentic…
Juma Amazon Lodge
With its prime location in one of the most remote and preserved regions of the Amazon Rainforest, Juma Amazon Lodge is an intimate and inviting property harmoniously nestled into the forest environment which defines it. Juma Amazon Lodge features 19 intimate bungalows seamlessly nestled into the lush surroundings of the Amazon Rainforest. In order to accommodate the water levels of the wet season…
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris, a 5-star hotel in the centre of Paris, offers you a unique stay in a typically Parisian atmosphere. The building was built in 1907 by the Hennessy family, during the enchanting interlude offered by the Paris of the “Belle Époque”. Reflecting this magical era, our luxury hotel in Paris embodies a certain French art de vivre. La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris enjoys an idyllic setting and immerses you in the…
Kudadoo Private Island
Kudadoo’s renowned eco-consciousness and sleek design extend to the Maldives island’s 15 over-water residences where your uninterrupted enjoyment of the private island charm and the splendid natural surrounds are the norm….
Relais Borgo Santo Pietro
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower…
Cavo Tagoo Santorini
The exclusive Cavo Tagoo Santorini, twin of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos is located within walking distance from Fira and just a few kilometers from Oia, the resort offers luxurious suites, spectacular sunsets over the sea and a personalized service exceptional. All Suites are modern and feature a hot tub or private pool on the terrace style, design details, 43-inch LCD satellite TV, patio or terrace with stunning panoramic view…
Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Live in a fairy tale, surrounded by prestige and nature. Imagine contemplating Lugano’s beauty in a princely residence. The former private home of German Emperor Wilhelm’s brother in law, the Villa is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill), whose views and location are the best kept secret in town. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in a legendary home, a stay…
Cliveden House
Cliveden House is a privately owned 5 Red Star award-winning hotel, and sister to the world-renowned Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire. Our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of…
Palazzo Navona Rome
The innovative Palazzo Navona Hotel fully deserved of its role as being amongst one of the most qualified 4 star Hotels within the city “centro”, capable of fulfilling its own lifestyle qualities to satisfy even the most demanding guest. The intimate and charming ambience emits a feeling of almost magic by creating a special atmosphere which pervades this residence surrounded by its historical-art and ancient Roman…
Bawah Reserve
A gorgeous tropical paradise surrounded by a blue ocean, Bawah Reserve sits in sheltered seclusion 160 nautical miles (300km) northeast of Singapore in the remote Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia. This pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation area is surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, which cater to outdoor adventurers looking to indulge as well as those looking to relax in paradise…
Château de La Chèvre d’Or
Nature is everywhere at Château de la Chèvre d’Or. There are lots of different gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, waterfalls, flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. The area is perfumed with the scents of jasmine, bougainvillea and roses. The magnificent colors create a framework that blends into the horizon and the sea…
Gecko Hotel & Beach Club Formentera
In the beautiful and protected island of Formentera, Gecko Hotel & Beach Club was set out for like-minded individuals to unwind, connect with oneself and nature and above all celebrate life. Gecko brings to Formentera a new form of hospitality that unites our love for the island, the beach life and the elegance of a time in the past that continues to inspire us. Our clublike restaurant, in front of the Migjorn beach, offers a…
Cocos Hotel Antigua
Perched on a lush green hillside, encircled by miles of heavenly blue sea and sandwiched between two gorgeous white sand beaches is COCOS Hotel, an all inclusive Antigua resort for couples and adults only. This rustic yet romantic and cozy boutique resort is located on the sunset side of the beautiful Caribbean Island of Antigua and comprises of a collection of 35 quaint wooden Cottages positioned on a pictoresque…
Laucala Island Fiji
A private island refuge in the South Pacific, Laucala unites dramatic rainforest-laced landscapes and white sandy beaches with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy. No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations, beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains, overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle. Style and…
Aria Hotel Budapest
The Aria Hotel Budapest is a luxury boutique hotel with an exquisite design inspired by music. To compliment the musical concept, master designer Zoltan Varro’s vision was to simultaneously recreate the rich, lavish atmosphere of a historic Hungarian palace while also embracing visitors in the warmth and comfort of a private residence…
Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
In search for unique places, sometimes you need to get off the main roads. However, let them lead you to Bale, Istria. Then slow down and follow the road that gets narrower with every mile, as nature draws closer. Slow down even more, and then make a turn into the white road. As the iron gates of the Meneghetti estate open up in front of you, stop for just one moment – and realize that the magic actually appears off the…
Mnemba Island Lodge
Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar enticed adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. Known as the spice island, from the centuries old trade of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, today the Zanzibar Archipelago is still bathed in the heady scents of spices and traditional dhows still drift across the horizon. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside…
Casa Casuarina Miami
Casa Casuarina was built in 1930 by Alden Freeman. Alden Freeman’s father, Joel Freeman was Treasurer of The Standard Oil Trust (also known as Rockefeller’s Company) and left Alden a fabulous wealth when he passed away. That gave the young and wealthy Alden the opportunity to retire at the age of 27 from being an architect and travel all over the world. Alden was also a descendent of the Mayflower on his mother’s side…
Villa Belvedere Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and charming boutique hotel, located at just a few minutes from Taormina’s lively town centre and from the world-famous Greek-Roman Theatre, which are both reachable by walking through the inspiring and panoramic Duca di Cesarò Botanic Gardens. The hotel benefits of wonderful views over the sea, the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. The hotel has always been…
“An empty room will be filled with light because of its emptiness.” These are the words of the famous Chinese philosopher Zhuangzi, who lived 2,300 years ago. His words signify that a mind entirely free of everything exists in a place of nothing ─ a place belonging to nowhere.
“MUKAYU” is also a word from Zhuangzi, meaning “non-existence”, “non-purpose” or “the natural state as it is”, which he uses in an essay as “MUKAYU country”.
In “MUKAYU country”, the values of people are overturned. Things considered useless are instead regarded as possessing great value.Take for example a large tree standing beside a road.
Because the tree is bent and twisted, it is of no use for timber and so is left uncut. And because it has grown so tall, it is able to give pleasant shade to weary travelers on the road.
Consider the time that remains as empty space in a busy schedule book. It is in fact time filled with freedom, because it is empty. It is the peace of mind found in the shade of a large tree that had initially appeared useless. Such are the thoughts and feelings that reside in the name of this inn, “MUKAYU”.
Kiyoshi Sey Takeyama | Architect
ROOMS
Beniya Mukayu has 16 spacious rooms with serene and peaceful atmosphere. All the rooms are facing to the private Japanese garden where the trees are enjoying their freedom to stretch out.
The windows of every guest room are widely open towards the garden to invite nature to pour inside. The guests are encouraged to tune themselves into the rhythms of nature.
All the rooms feature a private open-air hot spring bath overlooking the garden, allowing a soak in onsen at any time you like and as long as you want.
Japanese Premier Tatami Garden View
Every Japanese Premier Tatami Garden View room has a bamboo veranda that leads to the wooden outdoor balcony with clear views into an authentic Japanese garden.
An authentically arranged Japanese rooms focus on the interaction with nature. Traditional materials such as tatami flooring, Japanese paper, bamboo and clay are carefully layered and transformed into a more contemporary design.
Western Premier Garden View
Pure Western luxury overlooking the authentic Japanese moss garden below. Featuring a balcony with skylight and hammock, comfortable sofa for relaxing and private open-air hot spring bath composing into a private retreat experience.
Zen Style Executive Suite
These luxury suites offer the best of both styles of authentic Japanese style room and cozy Western style bedroom, facing to the natural garden where the trees such as pine, mountain sakura, weeping sakura, maples, camellias and other trees spread their branches.
Wakamurasaki Suite
Wakamurasaki Suite is a 110 square meters of unrivalled space with a view of cherry blossom in spring, vibrant greens in Summer, colored leaves in Autumn and falling snow in Winter.
Featuring floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that can be opened widely into the garden, you may admire the mountain cherry that is over 100 years old right in front of you with cherry blossom petals in the spring and colored leaves in the autumn fluttering into the suite.
Byakuroku Terrace Suite
Byakuroku Terrace Suite features a secluded private open-air hot spring bath and a large wooden terrace stretching in hand-reaching distance into the natural garden.
It is the perfect place to escape from everyday life while cleansing and rejuvenating your mind. The study inserted in between the bath and terrace is a space for creative imagination or meditative thought coming from a refreshed mind.
FACILITIES
Beniya Mukayu is perched on the hillside of Yakushiyama-Healing Buddha’s Mountain regarded as a sacred place of Hakusan Mountain worship. There used to be a historic Yakuoin Temple where monks studied Buddhist scriptures.
At the same time, it was a sacred place for healing, where the monks cured people by providing hot spring baths and preparing medicinal herbs.
In accordance with the history, we provide the Library to study or read books, the big communal bath to enjoy hot spring, a serene space named Horin like temple and Spa Entei to offer modernized healing treatment using hot spring water and medicinal herbs.
Entrance
A hot spring inn situated peacefully at the end of a narrow slope continued from Yamashiro Onsen Town. Guests are welcomed at the entrance by abundant greenery and lead to the lobby that embraces the beautiful contrasts of light-and-shade then reaching the private natural Japanese garden.
Private Natural Japanese Garden
The sacred 300-year-old Akamatsu Red Pine tree is the symbol tree of the natural garden. Large trees such as mountain cherry trees, weeping cherry trees, maple trees, camellia trees and many others spread their branches freely, reflecting to the audiences the passage of the seasons.
One of the pleasures of the garden walk is admiring the variety of mosses at your feet. There is also a tea room “Eirakuan” related to Eiraku Wazen.
Library
The anterior area is a space full of light with white in fundamental theme, allowing one to appreciate trees and flowers in the garden. In the rear is a black-toned calm space with bookshelves fitting for a quiet study session.
You can find the books written by authors related to this area alongside art books, botanical illustrations and so on.
Communal Hot Spring Baths
The Indoor and outdoor communal hot spring baths with a hot sauna are available for all guests, separated between gentlemen and ladies.
Boasting more than 1300 years history, the source of renowned Yamashiro-Onsen contains high concentration of Calcium, Sodium and Sulfate that not only improves blood circulation and soothes fatigue by thermal effects, but also to help improve physical and dermatology condition with rich minerals.
Moreover, it increases the skin’s elasticity, giving the skin a silky and smooth texture.
‘Kaiseki Horin’
“Kaiseki Horin” is a fine dining with a forest of 25 pillars overlooking the natural garden and the spacious terrace. The “Rin” in the word “Horin” means “together” which signifies it as a place where people come together and sense new things. Dinner and breakfast are served here. Yoga session is also available in the morning.
Spa Entei and Tsukubai “Ho-sun”
Entei has a large round pond with a sculpture “Tsukubai Ho-sun” designed by Kenya Hara (Published in 2005 at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, Relocated in 2006 at Beniya Mukayu).
Here we have the “Spa Entei” which is inspired by Yakushiyama “Healing Buddha’s Mountain”, a healing spot with more than a thousand-year history in which the monks in the temples cured people using hot springs and medicinal herbs. In homage to this heritage, we have conceived our signature Yakushiyama treatment encouraging peace and serenity in both physical and spiritual way.
CUISINE
‘Kaiseki Horin’ is a fine dining with the spacious terrace, overlooking the natural garden where red pines, quinces, wild cherries, camelias, maples and other trees grow freely, you can on good occasions enjoy an aperitif on the terrace.
Our chef Hiroaki Kaku chooses the finest ingredients with great care from a wide range of food products from our region. Savor the tastes of our fresh seasonal courses crafted by our chef for the guests’ delight.
Philosophy
The distinctive feature of Kaga City from the point of view of natural environment is that the two rivers (Daisyouji River and Iburibashi River) run from the source into the Sea only through Kaga city without touching any other cities.
The rivers flow from the Mt. Dainichi which is 1368m above sea level. As the distance between the source and estuaries are short, Kaga city contains various ecosystems (forests, primeval forests, semi-primary forests, lakes, rivers, wetlands, paddy fields, etc.).
Various ecosystems lead to biodiversity proved by the fact that 11 species of raptors (often used as biodiversity indicators) are found within Kaga City, which accounts to 70% of birds of prey species observed throughout the country.
The various ecosystems and biodiversity lead also to a variety of fresh ingredients from the mountain, lakes and the Sea of Japan.
Hot Spring
Spring quality: Calcium, Sodium, Sulfate Hot
Spring Water. Guests begin their treatments after soaking in hot spring water to enhance the treatment effects.We also offer a hot spring-footbath after the treatments with curative herbs from Hakusan Mountain and inidually selected medicinal herbs.
Hot spring water has benefits such as body warming, hydrostatic pressure, buoyancy and pharmacological.“Warming effect” brings the heat to the body, and improves the blood/lymphatic circulation and metabolism.
Moreover, body wastes or toxins can be removed. “Hydrostatic pressure” causes blood vessels to contract, and sluggish circulation around the foot can be eased by pushing up the blood.
The rate of breathing and the cardiopulmonary function will be also increased by pressing the diaphragm and lungs. “Buoyancy effect” alleviates the pressure in the muscles and joints, and the body will be released from tension.
Regarding “pharmacological” the spring quality is Calcium, Sodium, Sulfate Hot Spring, known as “Spring water for beautiful skin”. It is believed to be effective for neuralgia, muscle pains/aches, joint pains, stiff shoulders, fluid retention in the joints, bruise, sprain, chronic digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, sensitivity to cold, convalescence stage, fatigue recovery and health improvement.
Yakushiyama and Entei Spa
The Yamashiro hot spring has been nurtured in a close relationship with “Hakusan (White Mountain),” a sacred mountain in the area. In the Heian period (about 1,000 years ago), the five Hakusan temples were completed, which came to play a central role in people’s beliefs in Hakusan.
The Yakuoin Onsenji temple in Yamashiro thrived as the main temple among the five Hakusan Temples. The area around Yakuoin Onsenji used to be called “Yakushiyama (Healing Buddha’s Mountain)” for its high spirituality, which was a place for training and learning for Buddhist monks, and at the same time, a place for healing, where the monks cured people by providing hot spring baths and preparing medicinal herbs.
Beniya Mukayu is a hot-spring hotel quietly standing on a hill of this sacred Yakushiyama, where the main hall of Yakuouin Onsenji was once located.
At our “Entei spa”, we provide “Yakushiyama treatment” and other treatments for mental and physical health care using hot spring water and medicinal herbs, inheriting the spirit of traditional Yakushiyama hot spring and herbal remedies provided by local monks.
Yamashiro Hotspring and Yakushiyama
— Healing Buddha’s Mountain
The Yamashiro hot spring has been nurtured in a close relationship with “Hakusan (White Mountain),” a sacred mountain in the area. In the Heian period (about 1,000 years ago), the Hakusan Five Temples were completed, which came to play central roles in people’s beliefs in Hakusan.
The Five Temples were placed at equal distances, and beyond them, people would admire Gozengamine, the highest peak of Hakusan. Yakuoin Onsenji, the principal one among the Five Temples, used to have several hundred branch temples.
It is historically known that the area around Yakuoin Onsenji used to be called “Yakushiyama (Healing Buddha’s Mountain)” for its high spirituality, which was a place for training and learning for Buddhist monks, and at the same time, a place for healing, where the monks cured people by providing hot spring baths and preparing medicinal herbs.
Beniya Mukayu is a hot-spring hotel quietly standing on a hill of this sacred Yakushiyama, on the site where the main hall of Yakuoin Onsenji was once located. At our “Entei” spa, we provide Yakushiyama treatments, which are premium mental and physical health care services using hot spring water and medicinal herbs, inheriting the spirit of traditional Yakushiyama hot spring and herbal remedies provided by local monks.
Furthermore, we wanted to commit to developing Mukayu’s original amenity items that reflect the spirit of Yakushiyama, and in collaboration with Dr. Yoon Soung Choi, a prominent bio-chemist with great skill, we have accomplished the Yakushiyama amenity line.
It contains minerals of the Yamashiro hot spring and various kinds of carefully selected natural ingredients. This is the amenity line of best quality we present with our whole heart.
Philosophy of Yakushiyama Amenities
For keeping healthy and beautiful conditions of hair, scalp and skin, it is vital to enhance the power of skin itself by activating its nearly one trillion indigenous bacteria (beneficial bacteria) and cells.
For this purpose, Yakushiyama avoided any synthesized ingredients that may reduce skin’s power and cause negative effects on it, and at the same time, generously and lavishly added, to the utmost, natural ingredients that give positive effects on cells.
Natural ingredients hold marvelous power, and good combinations of two or more ingredients can multiply their effects. For analyzing such natural mechanisms from a complex point of view and raising the power of integration, leading-edge biotechnology is fully utilized so that the maximum effects shall be induced.
The Yakushiyama Amenity is a skin-care line, in which, natural ingredients and cutting-edge technology are amalgamated.
Discover local Japan
with our Unique Experiences.
Our town Yamashiro Onsen was written as “山背温泉” in the old days, meaning ‘a land of rushing hot springs backed by the mountain.’ This Mountain refers to the sacred Mt. Hakusan.
The clear water from Mt. Hakusan forms a wealthy natural environment that nurtures the ancient beech forests alongside various animals and plants.
Those living here with the natural treasury inherit “food”, “crafts” and “culture” for generations; rice, sake, soy sauce, agriculture, fishery, Kutani potterly, Yamanaka lacquer, Japanese paper and so on…
These support the daily lives of local people and at the same time Beniya Mukayu’s hospitality. We have prepared a variety of experiences unique to Beniya Mukayu, in which you might get to know more about people’s livelihood with nature in the area of Kaga.
