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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.
Stephanie
Belgium
Just beautiful. The temple is gorgeous and serene. We had the family room with a private bathroom which was clean and a good size for our family. The dinner was perfection and one of the best meals we had in Japan. We wish we had booked for longer.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
1,343 reviews
Price from£792.21per night
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, 39 km from Kishi Station and 45 km from Matsushita Park.
Ivan Enrique
Germany
The monastery as a whole building was nice, the staff super friendly.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
332 reviews
Price from£226.35per night
Guest House hachi hachi
Koyasan
Offering quiet street views, Guest House hachi hachi is an accommodation situated in Koyasan, 37 km from Tama Museum and 37 km from Kishi Station.
Anna
Czech Republic
Lovely and clean traditional Japanese place. Very nice owner who speaks great english, which is not very common in Japan :). Amazing breakfast as well! Highly recommend
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
307 reviews
Price from£74.59per night
Guest House Suzumeno Kakurembo
Koyasan
Featuring 2-star accommodation, Guest House Suzumeno Kakurembo is set in Koyasan, 37 km from Tama Museum and 37 km from Kishi Station.
Connie
United Kingdom
Lovely comfortable room. Nice staff who really tried to help me with the Kohechi route, and found an English speaker on the phone to help me.
Nice shower and good WiFi, with little lounge area. Thank you
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
558 reviews
Price from£77.16per night
Koyasan Guesthouse Kokuu
Koyasan
Koyasan Guesthouse Kokuu is situated in Koyasan, famous as the world headquarters of the Koyasan Shingon sect of Japanese Buddhism. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
Pascale
France
Breakfast and dinner with extra charges are proposed during the check-in. Both were very good and tasteful.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
71 reviews
Price from£51.44per night
宿坊 光明院
Koyasan
Situated in Koyasan in the Wakayama region, 宿坊 光明院 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.
Zdenek
Czech Republic
Lifetime experience, so much more that accomodation
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
144 reviews
Price from£159.47per night
清浄心院
Koyasan
清浄心院 is situated in Koyasan, 39 km from Kishi Station, 45 km from Matsushita Park, and 45 km from Itakiso Shrine. It is set 39 km from Tama Museum and features full-day security.
Gabriela
Brazil
Amazing experience!!! There is a heater in the room, so even if you are traveling during the cold season, you can sleep in a heated room. Great typical dinner, and excellent location.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
155 reviews
Price from£186.74per night
高野山 宿坊 桜池院 -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.
Marc
Netherlands
Very nice ambiance, great hosts
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
515 reviews
Price from£138.89per night
高野山 宿坊 西禅院 -Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin-
Koyasan
Located in the sacred Koyasan area, Saizenin offers simple accommodation surrounded by mountains and many temples.
David
Portugal
The morning ceremony totally worth it.
The only place in Japan that everyone can speak english.
We felt very welcome.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
915 reviews
Price from£164.62per night
高野山 真田坊 蓮華定院 -Koyasan Sanadabo Rengejoin-
Koyasan
Situated in Koyasan and only 39 km from Tama Museum, 高野山 真田坊 蓮華定院 -Koyasan Sanadabo Rengejoin- features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.
Jean Baptiste
France
Environment, beauty, temple, nature, location, religious ceremonies
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
606 reviews
Price from£144.04per night
What guests said about Koyasan:
- 10Scored 10
The train and cable car were thrilling.
The train and cable car were thrilling. The forest surroundings gave the town a cozy feel and kept the air so fresh.. The English Guide Club provided a very knowledgeable guide, Mayumi. I learned much more than what you find in books. The burial site is really amazing - a must see. There are some great coffee shops too. It's worthy of a repeat visit.
DaryllCanada - 8.0Scored 8.0
This temple is very remote.
This temple is very remote. The area is beautiful and the hiking was great. There is an extra tour option of the cemetery. I thought with the price we were paying that this tour should have been included.AAnonymousUnited States - 8.0Scored 8.0
Pretty town, huge graveyard, worth exploring but just one...
Pretty town, huge graveyard, worth exploring but just one day needed - Either pay for the decent hotels and experience the true temple koyasan experience or book a lodging and explore the area. Our expensive (but cheapest temple room) felt super touristy and set up. Food was awful. - Its pretty long to get there from Osaka also.
NicoleUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
I would definitely recommend the experience of staying one...
I would definitely recommend the experience of staying one night at any of the temples and also the Okonuin Night Tour is a real must! Apart from one person and the Guide (Nobu) the staff of Eko-in was somewhat arrogant and be prepared for an uncomfortable and short night, but a delicious and huge dinner and breakfast. The sights and nature are stunning and beautiful, really serene and perfect to contrast the buzz of every big City. We bought the digital Heritage Pass and tool the Limited Express Train to Koya, I would recommend! Apart from the Bus from the Cable Car to our Temple we walked to every sight by foot, since they are not far from each other and the whole town is a complex of a „Sight“. The Tokugawa Mausoleum was especially astonishing, since it’s full of Japanese history. We will absolutely visit Koyasan again, but I would not choose a Templestay again.IvanaAustria - 10Scored 10
Okunoin Cemetery night tour is a must do activity.
Okunoin Cemetery night tour is a must do activity. So much of our understanding of Japanese Buddhism and Koyasan’s role in its history was informed by the monk who was our guide. We checked out Okunoin Temple and the cemetery the next day, too. It is a very special place.
EvelynAustralia - 10Scored 10
It is imperative to stay in a temple - the vegetarian meals...
It is imperative to stay in a temple - the vegetarian meals at our temple were delicious and had many courses. The town has so many temples and good hiking opportunities, we could have stayed longer - but my husband was too much of a foreigner to stay in the temple for two nights. The wonderful Okunoin Cemetery and shrine with an ancient forest was a special treat - we spent an entire morning there, and it was a nice surprise that the buddhist monks take their stewardship of the natural environment so seriously that there is even a forestry department of the temple. Other temples were equally awe-inspiring.SarahUnited States
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- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 136 reviewsWe are so happy we chose this temple for our stay in Koyasan. It was quiet and peaceful and the staff was very kind. The morning ceremonies were definitely an important part of the experience. The place felt much less crowded compared to the other temple stays that we passed by in town, which we really appreciated. It has a nice garden and a relaxing indoor onsen, available for guests in the evenings.NimishaCanada
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 538 reviewsAmazing place, in the middle of Koyasan, so everything is super close. The place is really clean and have all of the amenities. Tommy is amazing, when I arrived he gave me all the recommendations to do in Koyasan Don’t miss the ceremony at the temple in the morning, it’s a life changing experience, and without Tommy, I wouldn’t even knowCarlos FernandoMexico
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 1,343 reviewsThe temple and gardens are beautiful. The rooms are comfortable and the facilities are spotless. The meals are delicious and it is a treat to have then served privately in the rooms. The welcome is warm and friendly and the monks provide a great introduction to meditation and their ceremonies. A wonderful way to experience Koyasan.DorothyUnited Kingdom
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 422 reviewsThis is a unique property style in Japan. You are staying in temple lodgings (宿坊, shukubō). We enjoyed our stay, we had a great, simple room with all we needed. The room was on a separate floor to the workings of the temple. It also offered a unique opportunity to learn and observe the practices of the monks and the temple.
Stace.WCanada - From £77.16 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 558 reviewsEven nicer than the photos look. The building looks newly refurbished and my room was clean, comfy and modern. The owners were super friendly and made me feel very welcome, including excellent food and service on their izakaya downstairs. The location is great for sightseeing in Koyasan, only 10 min walk from major temples.mcquinnyUnited Kingdom
- 9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 26 reviewsThe host was excellent and very caring. She made sure that the stay was comfortable and that you well taken care off. In addition, she helped with tips to visit the various cultural centers in Koyasan, made arrangements to visit a prayer ceremony at a temple and be thoughtful about travel arrangements.NNitinUnited States
- 9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 26 reviewsKoyasan Space was one the highlights of my trip to Japan. It’s a beautiful place, in an ideal location and the host was very welcoming and warm. I felt quite at home and especially appreciated the attention to detail. I would stay here again and highly recommend to others looking to visit Koyasan.JenUnited Kingdom
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 515 reviewsBoth the temple and Koyasan itself are beautiful and peaceful, offering an escape from the modern world. While it is rather pricey compared to usual accomodation in Japan, it is a temple and as such offers an experience, not just accomodation. In my opinion this justifies the price.JureAustria
- From £298.37 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 606 reviewsBeautiful traditional japanese room in a buddhist temple very close to other places of interest in Koyasan. The meals are nicely presented also in a traditional tatami room and you can join meditation at 2 times during the day. Staff is super respectful and friendlyJonaAustralia
- 9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 71 reviewsIdeally situated directly next to Okunoin. Ryochi was very nice and helpful, he speaks perfect english and communication was easy, which was refreshing in Japan. I slept very well and the fire was very nice to warm up after freezing temperatures exploring Koyasan!MarineFrance
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 1,343 reviewsIt’s very hard to read this property because you cannot really compare it to a normal hotel experience. It is not a luxury experience in that sense. But it is a very nice lodging within a temple of Buddhist monks. The experience is extremely interesting.
CynthiaUnited States - From £1,122.38 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 438 reviewsSuch a beautiful temple! The monks were all so lovely and inviting, the morning prayer was a privilege to listen to and there was plenty of food to fill you up for dinner & breakfast. The location is also amazing, Koyasan is absolutely worth the journey!
MegAustralia - 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 915 reviewsVery friendly staff. Exceptional dinner that allows you to try different kinds of ingredients we didn't taste in Japan anywhere else. The morning ceremonony is very interesting. Really close to most highlights in Koyasan. Would repeat this expererience.
HugostatinaPortugal - 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 915 reviewsThe room is spacious, beautifully decorated and has a nice view of the garden. The dinner was delicious and an amazing experience. Location is very convenient for visiting Koyasan. A small but functional bath is great for relaxing.ChenluUnited States
- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 307 reviewsEverything! So clean and cosy. Very pleasant common area with great selection of books on Koyasan, main cities, Japanese culture and food. Great host who is so welcoming, accommodating and easy to talk to. Thank you!DorotaUnited Kingdom
- 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 589 reviewsan amazing experience all round. traditional ryokan style accommodation in temple lodgings. exceptional meals all served in traditional style. brilliant location right next to the main multi temple complex.
AngelaAustralia - 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 307 reviewsThank you so much Nori for a great experience. We will miss the guesthouse and Koyasan. I will definitely come back again the next time I am visiting Koyasan.
DanielUnited States - 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 422 reviewsthe room was large and the garden was super. the bath room in our room was very practical, we will stay again in autumn in this hotel
bozennaJapan - 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 589 reviewsThe property was centrally located and close to one of the biggest temples in the small town of Koyasan.
VivienUnited States - From £1,122.38 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 438 reviewsKoyasan is a nice location, the back garden was nice, public onsen was comfortableJessicaCanada
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