On a bad day for eating, I ended up staying at the most peaceful hotel - ASBO Hotel.
🏨 Okinawa 4 Days, 3 Nights, Day 2 | ASBO Hotel - A Quiet and Isolated Inn
During our October trip to Okinawa, we stayed at three hotels.
If I had to choose my favorite, it would undoubtedly be ASBO.
It's located in a secluded area, with no convenience stores or restaurants, yet exudes a sense of seclusion.
It's perfect for self-drives and for Type I types—those who enjoy quiet and the freedom to be alone.
It was almost 4 p.m. when we arrived.
There was only one young receptionist at the counter. She spoke fluent English, wore a neat uniform, and had a gentle, yet measured smile.
After completing the check-in procedures, she personally led us to the elevator and bowed gently in thanks.
That subtle gesture softened the entire atmosphere of hospitality.
The feeling of being respected and cared for is unforgettable.
I was afraid my husband would get too excited, so I warned him:
"Online reviews say the breakfast here is average, so don't get too excited."
🌊 The view is right from the moment you open the door
We took the elevator to our room for the night.
As soon as the door opened,
a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and the boundless blue ocean greeted us.
At that moment, the air felt transparent.
This hotel must be newly built.
The air quality was excellent—the kind of freshness you can't see in photos, but you can tell the moment you walk in.
But smell is often the key to a good night's sleep.
At ASBO, there was no stale smell or dampness.
This night was the most relaxing of the entire trip.
The room's design is simple yet sophisticated.
The toilet, sink, shower, and toilet are separated, creating a streamlined flow.
The designer's attention to detail is evident in every detail.
The soft recliner in the sofa area
once you sit down, you won't want to get up. That kind of comfort wasn't luxurious, but simply perfect.
I sat on the sofa, quietly watching the sea, while my husband turned on the TV.
In that moment, we didn't do anything, but it felt like the perfect way to travel.
🍜 No restaurants, no problem.
In fact, my food luck hadn't been great since daybreak.
After renting the car this morning, our first stop was to try AW's bitter melon burger, but when we arrived, we found a long line.
It was a weekday, Tuesday, and there were so many people.
Then we went to Kouri Island. My husband had a blast in the water, while I took photos on the shore, enjoying the breeze.
Before leaving, we had planned to dine at "Fixed Fishery One Shrimp Three Dishes," but the crowds at the entrance stretched all the way out to the parking lot, so we had to give up again.
Back at ASBO in the evening, we had planned to go get some sushi nearby.
Google clearly indicated it was open, and it was only a three-minute drive away.
But we saw the sign on the site saying "Closed Today."
After three consecutive losses all day, we smiled bitterly. Our food luck was bad today.
There was only one yakitori restaurant nearby, but there was no parking.
A line of cars lined the roadside, parked along the white line.
After much hesitation, we finally gave up the chance.
We ended up going to FamilyMart instead, buying instant noodles, a bento, and drinks to take back to our room.
I asked the counter for hot water and made a bowl of Ichiran Ramen.
We sat side by side by the window,
looking at the sea while enjoying our convenience store dinner.
Although simple, it was surprisingly satisfying.
The sea breeze outside the window gently tapped the glass,
accompanied by the chirping of insects and birds,
it felt like spending the night in the forest.
Perhaps this is the charm of ASBO—
it allows one to experience the tranquility of life without the need for elaborate arrangements,
through pure tranquility.
☕ Breakfast and Farewell
The only slight regret was having to check out at 10:00 AM.
At 7:00 AM, we went downstairs for breakfast.
Perhaps because there weren't many people staying,
the meals weren't served buffet style, but rather in lunch boxes.
I chose mashed potato bread, and my husband chose a croissant.
The table was set with four drinks and a bowl of hot soup.
Also, a delicate paper box contained six snacks—presumably fillings to go with the bread.
Perhaps because I wasn't expecting it,
I was surprised by how good it was.
I recalled staying at the Nago West Ocean View Hotel in June of this year.
The room rate was similar, around 2,700 yuan, but the breakfast was generous, with agu pork and salmon, which impressed my husband.
Although the ASBO breakfast wasn't fancy, it was simple and sincere.
The average room rate at the Nago West Hotel is now between 3,500 and 4,500 yuan.
If you want to save money, you really have to choose the right time.
After breakfast, we reluctantly packed our bags.
Looking back at that expanse of blue, I had only one thought in my mind:
If I have the chance, I want to come again.
Our next stop was my favorite Fukugi Forest Road.
And ASBO will be the most peaceful and tenderest memory of this trip.
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