Best hotels in Naoshima Island

A tiny chunk of land in the Setouchi Inland Sea, aka the Mediterranean of Japan, Naoshima has become a living museum of sorts and its shores are scattered with striking art installations. Befitting of such a locale, Benesse House is the brainchild of noted architect, Tadao Ando, who has spent over 20 years crafting this unique hotel. It's actually four buildings in one, including the Park, Oval, Beach and Museum, all of which showcase works that wouldn't be out of place in the Guggenheim. Set right on the shoreline, you may never leave Benesse House, but the team is well-versed in island activities, just in case you do.

Built on a gentle slope surrounded by the nature of the Seto Inland Sea, this is one of the few wooden buildings by Ando.

From the verandas of the guest rooms, you can see outdoor artworks scattered across the green lawn and the Seto Inland Sea, with the mountains of Shikoku and the blue sky beyond. The hotel also features an art space designed by the artist himself, a lounge available only to guests staying at the hotel, a terrace restaurant, a shop, and a park hall that can accommodate up to 120 people.