Published date: April 27, 2025
An Ideal Relaxing Stay with the Sea and Gourmet Delights
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Experience of the stay
Finally staying at the long-desired "Hayama Umi no Hotel."
Before me was the calm sea and a comfortable breeze.
The space was surprisingly comfortable compared to what I expected from a dormitory-level accommodation, and I enjoyed the relaxed time spent in the lounge.
Reflecting on two days of gentle exploration around the sea and gourmet delights, where my heart felt at ease.
The accommodation was a dormitory type.
Surprisingly, the space was more spacious than I had thought, quiet, and provided a sense of security.
When I closed the curtain, it felt comforting, as if I were enveloped in my own small room.
Experiences during the trip
Warming up for the journey at "Pan and Veggie"
As soon as I arrived at Zushi-Hayama Station, I took a break at "Pan and Veggie," which is right by the station.
Inside the shop, there was a variety of light meals made with plenty of vegetables and freshly baked bread, perfect for a moment of relaxation. It was a great spot to kick off my journey.
Lunch with an ocean view at Nagisa Bridge Coffee
On my way to Hayama by bus, I made a stop at "Nagisa Bridge Coffee," which I was eager to visit.
Enjoying a hearty lunch while gazing at the sea from the terrace made me feel instantly in travel mode, with the horizon stretching out before me.
Checking into the coveted "Hayama Umi no Hotel"
After a short walk, I arrived at "Hayama Umi no Hotel."
Seeing that white facade, which I had only seen in pictures, felt surreal. After checking in, I spent some time relaxing in the airy lounge, enjoying the pudding I had bought earlier.
In that space filled with natural light, even just sitting down felt fulfilling.
Time to enjoy the sea view from the large bath
I also decided to visit the large bath located on a higher floor.
Soaking in the tub while gazing at the distant sea was a healing moment that made me want to take a deep breath.
Spending a leisurely evening in the lounge
After the bath, I returned to the lounge.
In the quiet night atmosphere, I recorded my travel notes and read a book I had brought along.
For dinner, I had a poke bowl at the cafe attached to the lounge. The gentle seasoning and abundant ingredients left me satisfied both in heart and stomach.
Enjoying the sunrise at the beach
The next morning, I woke up early and headed to the beach right in front of the hotel.
Watching the sky and sea turn shades of dawn while enjoying a quiet moment by myself was special, highlighting those moments of “feeling fulfilled without doing anything” during the journey.
Relaxing morning in the lounge
Upon returning, I took it easy in the lounge.
Although it was the same spot as the previous day, the space bathed in morning light had a different expression.
With pleasant music in the background, the casual morning time felt incredibly luxurious.
Heading to Kamakura for a tempura rice bowl set at Tsuruhachi
After checking out, I took a bus towards Kamakura.
For lunch, I had a tempura rice bowl set at "Tsuruhachi."
The scent of the lightly fried tempura and the dashi broth was comforting.
Visiting Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
I visited the "Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine," a place I wanted to visit as a milestone in my journey.
Walking along the path surrounded by trees, I took a deep breath and reset myself.
Delicious French toast at Pan and Espresso
On my way to Yuigahama, I stopped by a cafe from the "Pan and Espresso" series.
The French toast was perfect, crispy on the outside and meltingly soft on the inside, making it a sweet way to wrap up my trip.
Taking a break at Yuigahama Beach
I sat by the beach, taking a moment to listen to the sound of the waves once more.
Just having this kind of quiet interlude at the end of my journey feels like it brings my heart into balance.