For a secluded and romantic experience, head to Soraniwa on the south coast. This small, stylish cafe-hotel is run by a young couple transplanted from the 'mainland'. The restaurant (open 11.30am to 6pm Friday to Tuesday; lunch ¥950 to ¥1400) uses local, organic ingredients, while the intimate, modern hotel features sumptuous beds, shelves made from repurposed wood and a rooftop Jacuzzi looking out to the sea.
The private 'side.B sora' condo offers 100 sq metres of refined luxury including an overflow pool off the balcony. Shhh…don't tell everyone, but it's quite reasonably priced. Check the website for details.