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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.
Till
Germany
The travel to and from the location in the mountains was awesome! Food was great too, lots of new tastes.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
581 reviews
Price from£142.86per 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.
Nicolas
Switzerland
The place was very convienently located close to family mart and many attractions. It also had its own restaurant and the owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming!
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
545 reviews
Price from£76.53per 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.
jana
Czech Republic
japanese home style
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
300 reviews
Price from£73.98per night
Koyasan Shukubo Sainanin
Koyasan
Located in Koyasan, Koyasan Shukubo Sainanin is a historic temple approximately 1100 years old and located 300 metres from Daimon Gate. All rooms features tatami (woven-straw) flooring.
Hannah
United Kingdom
Wonderful temple stay, very authentic and fabulous food. Great to be able to participate in fire ceremony in the morning
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
132 reviews
Price from£193.88per 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.
Kellie
United States
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.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
126 reviews
Price from£158.17per 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
154 reviews
Price from£185.21per night
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.
Yasmin
Belgium
It’s an exceptional place to stay. With real monks that will take you into the Buddhist world. The food is great and we had a beautiful view on the temple and Sakura
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
1,342 reviews
Price from£785.74per 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.
PETER
France
The staff were very helpful. Breakfast and dinner were great! The bath was great! Early morning prayers were exceptional and well explained.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
506 reviews
Price from£137.76per 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.
Galit
Switzerland
beautiful, calm
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
900 reviews
Price from£153.07per 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
326 reviews
Price from£224.50per night
What guests said about Koyasan:
- 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 - 10Scored 10
Getting to Koyasan is complicated if you don’t have a car.
Getting to Koyasan is complicated if you don’t have a car. If you are coming from Kyoto, save your time and take the direct express bus (about 2.5 hours). Book your tickets online at Japan Bus Online. If you up for the challenge then the trains but plan ahead!! There are many transfers and if you get on a local train instead of an express/rapid, it could double the time it takes to get there. Also, go to the train station at least half an hour early to buy all your tickets including the cable car and local bus. There is a Koyasan Heritage ticket from Kansai train stations (cannot use JR pass) that includes roundtrip from Osaka to Koyasan plus 2 days of free local bus rides in Koyasan. For the Koyasan local bus, if you don’t have a bus pass, then have some cash to pay. Sometimes the credit card machine doesn’t work and you must pay with local currency (in coins). I think the easiest (not the cheapest) option from Osaka is to get on the Kansai (not JRtrain) train from Namba Station. Don’t take my word for it, double check! Once you get to Koyasan, enjoy the experience!
SharonUnited States
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- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 422 reviewsThis is a Buddhist temple that has all the charm of the history and modern amenities like the bathroom and shower in the larger rooms. I was late to check in so I missed the dinner time but the staff was so kind and saved my dinner for me when I arrived so I could eat. It was amazing and such a wonderful hospitality that I will never forget! I was also ucky to be upgraded to a larger room with a private bathroom and a beautiful view of the garden. The meals provided are also delicious and made with such care. I was very impressed!BrittanyJapan
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 506 reviewsThis temple is 900 years old, and the experience of staying here really was the highlight of our entire two week trip to Japan. I highly recommend you stay here if you get the chance. it’s right in the middle of all the must see places in Koyosan, so location is great. I’ve seen a couple reviews complaining about the cold, but our room was toasty warm and perfect for us. The morning ceremony and traditional breakfast were both amazing and authentic experiences that we’ll never forget. We loved it!
Zhaun-PaulUnited States - 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 1,342 reviewsThe food is exceptional. My kids were a little wary at the emphasis of "vegetarian meals" These were just plain amazing. The room was enormous - much larger than we could have needed and we spent little time there save for sleeping. The onsen was in-hotel and quite nice. The place is as-described everywhere, a Buddhist temple that you get to stay at respectfully. The room and beds were comfortable and warm - and there was snow outside the hotel.
MikeUnited States - 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 581 reviewsBeautiful setting and gardens. Very comfortable room. Helpful staff. Delicious, healthy shinjin-ryori. Enjoyed morning and evening meditation. Treated myself to ‘temple shiatsu massage,’ 2 times while there due to a back injury. Takamasa Tsuchiya is a highly skilled practitioner and teacher of shiatsu massage. Between the meditation and massage, I slept so well! Arigatou gozaimashite. 🙏 http://uguisu-koyasan.com/index.html
KarenUnited States - 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 422 reviewsTourists beware: this is not an hotel. This is a temple, and as a temple it must be respected in all its aspects. The structure is not “rich” but is comfortable and in a very beautiful setting. The garden is pure magic and the monks are friendly and willing to share their knowledge. The position is perfect for visiting Koyasan and its treasures. Please, respect this place.FilippoItaly
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 900 reviewsit’s hard to compare to a hotel because this isn’t just a hotel, it’s a functioning temple set in very scenic grounds and you’re paying for an experience and we loved it. we had the western style family room and found it all to be very comfortable. views of the courtyard from the room which was very impressive. service from the staff was very friendly.
BUnited Kingdom - 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 154 reviewsThe monastery was incredibly close to the scenic Okunoin Cemetery and the Danjo Garan temple complex. The monks were extremely friendly, and the temple grounds were extremely scenic. We especially enjoyed the tour of their worship hall after the morning service. Overall, this may be a better experience for Buddhists than the average tourist.MinesUnited States
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 127 reviewsThe accommodation is great for tourists looking for an authentic Koyasan experience. The lodge is a traditional japanese complex, the room is spacious and included tatami, futon and yukata and there are also two hot tubs, one for men and one for women. Finally, be sure not to miss the two morning ceremonies with the monksSaccardiItaly
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 524 reviewsBest accommodation in Koyasan! Clean, comfortable and conveniently located one minute from a bus stop and within easy walking distance of several local attractions. The hosts are fantastic! So kind and happy to share information about the area as well as recommendations. I would greatly recommend their cafe for breakfast!AAnonymousBelgium
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 506 reviewsStaff was super helpful, good position in Koyasan, very good onsen baths, comfortable simple rooms. The morning ceremony where guests were invited to participate was amazing. Also very good price, one of the cheapest temple lodges I found in Koyasan. Many of the other temple lodges are too expensive in my opinion.IlariaItaly
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 900 reviewsBooked the junior suite. Spent one night in Koyasan. Included dinner in our room was very good! Got two very large rooms, one for sleeping and other for lounging in. Our toilet, sink, and shower were attached to the room. Most of the other rooms had to share a public bathroom and it closes at 9 PM.
ChristelUnited States - 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 326 reviewsGreat experience staying in a Buddhist monastery. Excellent (vegetarian) dinner and breakfast. It is expensive ... but a unique experience. The small town of Koyasan is a very interesting locality ... close to nature ... and a wonderful, peaceful atmosphere about this town.
PhilipAustralia - 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 326 reviewsBeautiful space, lovely staff supporting the temple and shukubo. Very clean. Great location in Koyasan. Beautiful vegan meal at breakfast and dinner, tea and snacks provided in your room. Such a unique experience. As they note, it’s not a hotel.StephanieUnited States
- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 300 reviewsThe guest house was beautiful, very clean and it felt very authentic. Nori was also very kind and he gave me several great spots to visit in Koyasan as well as in Japan in general. I can highly recommend this stay!
VladimirSwitzerland - 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 585 reviewsThoroughly enjoyed our night at Jokiin. The vegetarian dinner was visually stunning and extremely tasty. Morning Buddhist service is very dignified and atmospheric. Koyasan is definitely worth visiting.
FionaAustralia - 8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 228 reviewsOnsen facilities and an amazing experience - the temple encouraged tourists to join in the morning Buddhist rituals. Easier to get to Koyasan than you expect via local trains, buses & cable car.KatyUnited Kingdom
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 1,342 reviewsso confortable for a temple! the staff is very nice and the temple is beautiful. the ceremony of Goma Fire was amazing. such a nice place to do meditation and explore Koyasan!
EloraFrance - 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 277 reviewsAmazing location. Easy to access major temples of Koyasan. The staff and food was exceptionally good. The onsen-like bathroom was extremely clean and comfortable.SalvatoreCzech Republic
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 423 reviewsDon't miss the experience of staying in this beautiful monastery and spending time in stunning Koyasan!SueziAustralia
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 423 reviewsKoyasan is a nice location, the back garden was nice, public onsen was comfortableJessicaCanada
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