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高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-

Koyasan

A 1000 year-old Buddhist temple, Shukubo Koya-san Eko-in offers Japanese-style accommodation, a beautiful garden and free WiFi.

C
Charlotte
From
Sweden
I’d warmly recommend Eko-in to anyone looking to visit Koyasan. Not only is the location exceptional, being right next to Oku-no-in cemetery, but the rooms were amazing - beautiful and clean - and the staff was incredibly helpful. Everyone was very comfortable helping guests out in English, and they were very kind and accommodating as well. We were also invited to participate in meditation sessions, morning religious services, and of course the fire ritual, which was a wonderful experience. Dinner and breakfast, prepared in the traditional buddhist way (shōjin-ryōri) were served in the room, and everything was delicious and prepared with care. Another big plus is that they welcome guests with tattoos in the communal bath! Overall, nothing but positive impressions from Eko-in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,725 reviews
Price from
US$301.10
1 night, 2 adults

高野山 宿坊 光明院 -Koyasan Shukubo Komyoin-

Koyasan

39 km from Kishi Station in Koyasan, 高野山 宿坊 光明院 -Koyasan Shukubo Komyoin- provides accommodation with access to a hot tub. It is situated 45 km from Matsushita Park and offers luggage storage space.

A
Alexandre
From
Canada
Everyone there was wonderful, willing to help even with the language barrier. The dinner and breakfast were delicious (if you stay more than one night, note that you'll eat the same dinner and breakfast) The room and all the temple was super clean and calm. It was a great place to stay! I really love the ceremonies that I could witness, meditation in the evening, morning ceremony and goma ceremony (fire ceremony). The one thing I was surprised by is that the showers are "Onsen Showers" so it's in a commun room, with little stools where you can clean yourself before entering the bath. Not a negative point, just something I wasn't expecting. Thanks to all the staff there for a wonderful stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
Price from
US$209.46
1 night, 2 adults

Koyasan Shukubo Fugenin

Koyasan

Set in Koyasan and only 38 km from Kishi Station, Koyasan Shukubo Fugenin offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

M
María Montserrat
From
Denmark
The monks were super kind and welcoming, the temple was beautiful, clean, spacious rooms, perfect for some relaxation time. The food was delicious!!! And the morning pray ceremony was beautiful and very informative.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
US$104.73
1 night, 2 adults

高野山 宿坊 不動院 -Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin-

Koyasan

Offering a garden and garden view, 高野山 宿坊 不動院 -Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin- is located in Koyasan, 45 km from Matsushita Park and 47 km from Subaru Hall.

H
Hugo
From
France
Perfect location. Beautiful temple and super friendly staff. Very sweet. The food was amazing! So much quality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 568 reviews
Price from
US$288.01
1 night, 2 adults

Koyasan Shukubo Jokiin

Koyasan

Located in Koyasan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 高野山 宿坊 常喜院 -Koyasan Shukubo Jokiin- offers free private parking. All rooms include a flat-screen TV.

V
V
From
Australia
Wonderful vegetarian food, very friendly monks, authentic experience, a chance to learn more about Buddhism
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 834 reviews
Price from
US$331.21
1 night, 2 adults

Koyasan Shukubo Yochiin

Koyasan

Located in the sacred Mount Koya area, 高野山 宿坊 桜池院 -Koyasan Shukubo Yochiin- is a historic temple and an accommodation for visitors.

B
Bernd
From
Germany
The food was incredible and the morning ceremony very impressive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 729 reviews
Price from
US$235.64
1 night, 2 adults

Koyasan Sanadabo Rengejoin

Koyasan

Offering garden views, Koyasan Sanadabo Rengejoin is an accommodation situated in Koyasan, 39 km from Kishi Station and 45 km from Matsushita Park.

N
NV
From
Finland
Koyasan village itself is a magic place, so highly recommended to visit while you are in Japan! A temple stay in Rengejoin was something absolutely unique that gave me an unforgettable opportunity to experience the modern temple life from inside and even participate into the meditation and praying sessions. Beautiful traditional rooms, very tasty vegan dinner and breakfast, small onsen to relax on evening, a stunning inside garden you might just watch and meditate for hours, very harmonious architecture, peaceful and loving atmosphere, very welcoming staff.. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,472 reviews
Price from
US$314.19
1 night, 2 adults

Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin

Koyasan

Located in the sacred Koyasan area, Saizenin offers simple accommodation surrounded by mountains and many temples.

I
Irene
From
Spain
Everything was fantastic. The room and the rest of the place was perfect. Some people here complained about the heat system, but we got the cheapest room and we didn't have a gas stove. We stayed at very beginning of February and the heating system was perfect for us. Food was delicious and a beautiful experience ( we hardly knew what we were eating, but we enjoyed just the same). In other words: a perfect experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,404 reviews
Price from
US$209.46
1 night, 2 adults

高野山 宿坊 大円院 -Koyasan Shukubo Daienin-

Koyasan

高野山 宿坊 大円院 -Koyasan Shukubo Daienin-, a property with a garden, is situated in Koyasan, 38 km from Kishi Station, 45 km from Matsushita Park, as well as 47 km from Wanpaku Park.

A
Agnieszka
From
United Kingdom
Everything, to be honest. I loved participating in a prayer in the morning!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
US$230.40
1 night, 2 adults

高野山 宿坊 宝城院 -Koyasan Shukubo Hojoin-

Koyasan

Located within 37 km of Kishi Station and 44 km of Matsushita Park, 高野山 宿坊 宝城院 -Koyasan Shukubo Hojoin- provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Koyasan.

L
Lavinia
From
Italy
best experience in Japan, staff very friendly and supportive. the location is truly amazing and peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews
Price from
US$172.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Highly rated ryokans in Koyasan and nearby

Sanso Amanosato

Katsuragi
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Located in Katsuragi, Sanso Amanosato features 5-star accommodation with private balconies. A hot spring bath is available for guests, along with an open-air bath.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews

Located within 37 km of Kishi Station and 44 km of Matsushita Park, 高野山 宿坊 宝城院 -Koyasan Shukubo Hojoin- provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Koyasan.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,403 reviews

Located in the sacred Koyasan area, Saizenin offers simple accommodation surrounded by mountains and many temples.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews

Situated just 45 km from Matsushita Park, 高野山 宿坊 普門院 -Koyasan Shukubo Fumonin- features accommodation in Koyasan with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a lift.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Koyasan Gokuraku Stay is located in Koyasan, 45 km from Matsushita Park, 46 km from Subaru Hall, as well as 47 km from Wanpaku Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

高野山 宿坊 大円院 -Koyasan Shukubo Daienin-, a property with a garden, is situated in Koyasan, 38 km from Kishi Station, 45 km from Matsushita Park, as well as 47 km from Wanpaku Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Located in Koyasan and only 38 km from Kishi Station, 高野山 宿坊 三宝院 -Koyasan Shukubo Sanboin- provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Kongo Sanmaiin

Koyasan
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

Situated in the famous Koyasan city, Kongo Sanmaiin is a property with 800 years of history. It boasts having a national treasure as well as over 10 important cultural properties on site.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews

Located in Mount Koya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Zoufukuin offers a traditional Japanese-style accommodation housed within a Buddhist temple.

清浄心院

Koyasan
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

Situated 45 km from Matsushita Park, 47 km from Subaru Hall and 48 km from Kii Fudoki No Oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore, 清浄心院 provides accommodation located in Koyasan.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
Amazing experience at all levels, the lodging was perfect, I was expecting something basic but it was rather similar to a ryokan, big rooms with confortable futons, traditional Japanese furnitures, yukata, complimentary tea in the room, good and very diversified meals, commun and private sento with a big bath tub. Highly spiritual moments on the fire ceremony and the morning prayer, moreover we had a free tour of more than an hour to learn a lot on oesoteric buddhism and the ancient history of the place.
Guest review by
Alessandra
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews
The dinner and breakfast were wonderful, and very carefully prepared. The room was a beautiful traditional-style one, with tatami and futon. The staff were all extremely helpful and kind, and we were even able to purchase some charms. The public bath was very clean and well-kept, and it was interesting to experience it. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Guest review by
Janelle
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
It a beautiful temple, it is very well kept. The room was very spacious and comfortable, all in tatami floor, tastefully decorated, very clean and well maintained, with aircon available and even a TV. I loved that there was a complimentary tea, a yukata and a toothbrush. The temple has a bath (onsen) available and a morning prayer ceremony.
Guest review by
Deborah Almerge Rückert
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
Dinner had so many vegan dishes and they were delicious. Breakfast was smaller but still filling. It won't be a western breakfast. The futon ended up being comfy and warm but the halls were cold in the morning. I suggest arriving at the start of check in to take full advantage of everything there is (enjoying the pond, onsen, tea in room while reading the info on ceremonies). Location was great for the big 3 sites, if you don't mind walk 20 minutes in either direction.
Guest review by
Kellie
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews
Unique experience of lodging in a beautiful buddhist temple. The place has a very special atmosphere. The (buddhist vegetarian) dinner and breakfast were rich and very tasty. The staff was super welcoming and friendly. Good onsen bath. Traditional Japanese-style room (tatami mats and futon beds) was really spatious and comfortable.
Guest review by
Juri
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,403 reviews
The temple, ryokan, grounds, and surrounding areas are magnificent. The staff were very accommodating, and the dinner and breakfast were exceptional. I still dream about their miso soup and pickled- and tempura vegetables. Our room was superb. We enjoyed staying in a traditional setting, wearing a yukata, and keeping warm under a kotatsu.
Guest review by
Wayne
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews
You are warmly welcomed by the monks who explain the program of your stay. Whilst dressed in your supplied yukata, you eat dinner and breakfast, creating a ryokan feel to your stay. The morning prayer was very uplifting and a wonderful experience to observe. The in-house onsen was an added bonus and very warming.
Guest review by
Terry McGuire
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,403 reviews
Staff are really nice and accommodating. Our room is really clean. A great place to experience Ryokan (A type of traditional Japanese inn that typically features tatami-matted rooms, communal baths, and other public areas)and Kaiseki (traditional multi-course Japanese dinner). You also get to experience the morning prayer. Location is also walking distance to some of the tourist spots and a 15-20min. walk from bus station. Excellent experience for us! Highly Recommended!
Guest review by
Mae
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Very welcoming monks Very close to the bus station and at a walking distance from the temples (careful, you must be back to the ryokan by 5pm) Dinner and breakfast (vegetarian) are delicious and served directly in the room The room was cosy and traditional, with comfortable futons, and yukatas are available There is a large hot tub, similar to an onsen to be shared with the other guests, this is where you shower too (you must be comfortable with nudity) We attended the morning ceremony, a unique moment
Guest review by
Audrey
Young couple