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Sekishoin

Koyasan

Founded 1100 years ago and located in Mount Koyasan, guests can experience staying in a historical Buddhist temple at Sekishoin Shukubo. Japanese-style rooms are offered.

E
Evelyne
From
France
Wonderful experience in temple with monks. Dinner and breakfast were so good ! It's so peaceful there (except for our neighbors who talked a lot at night). Kotatsu was so good to have, so warm. The ceremony was so great. Thank you again for your welcoming.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews
Price from
US$259.79
1 night, 2 adults

Satsuki (60min to koya, KIX)

Gojō (Near Koyasan)

Offering a shared lounge and river view, お宿さつき奈良五條 is located in Gojō, 29 km from Subaru Hall and 37 km from Tanpi Shrine. It is situated 37 km from Mihara History Museum and features a shared...

D
Damir
From
France
Perfect place for a couple who want to spend a few days in the surrounding of the kumano kodo. The host was very kind and very responsive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews
Price from
US$736.51
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House Suzumeno Kakurembo

Koyasan

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Guest House Suzumeno Kakurembo is set in Koyasan, 37 km from Kishi Station and 44 km from Matsushita Park.

I
Ilona
From
Belgium
Kind hosts, very clear “do’s” (and few “don’ts”), wonderful room and all you need, really! I loved the location as it is a “logical” start/end point for walks in Koyasan. Delicious dinner. Look no further
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 958 reviews

Guest House hachi hachi

Koyasan

Guest House hachi hachi is situated in Koyasan, 37 km from Kishi Station, 43 km from Matsushita Park, and 45 km from Wanpaku Park.

J
Juruh Gagarin
From
Philippines
It's located near the Daimon Gate which means this can be your starting point to see everything in Koyasan. You can walk from the accommodation to the Okonuin place. The room is spacious and I like that it's traditional but also modern.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews

Koyasan Guest House Tommy

Koyasan

Located in Koyasan, Koyasan Guest House Tommy is a recently renovated accommodation, 38 km from Kishi Station and 45 km from Matsushita Park.

A
Amaury
From
France
Very welcoming, let's you know all the spots you need to visit and the directions. The room was perfect, no complaints
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 968 reviews

Koyasan Guesthouse Kokuu

Koyasan

Koyasan Guesthouse Kokuu, a property with a bar, is located in Koyasan, 40 km from Kishi Station, 45 km from Subaru Hall, as well as 47 km from Matsushita Park.

B
Barbara
From
Canada
Hard to get a booking but able to book one night and able to get own room at last minute due to cancellation. Owner had map of Koyasan with recommendations of what to visit. Breakfast is very nice for extra cost.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews

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.

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Nimisha
From
Canada
We 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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews

高野山 宿坊 熊谷寺 -Koyasan Shukubo Kumagaiji-

Koyasan

A Buddhist temple lodging accommodation, 高野山 宿坊 熊谷寺 -Koyasan Shukubo Kumagaiji- lies amid mountains in the sacred Koyasan area.

N
Niina
From
United Kingdom
Everyone was very friendly here and welcoming. The temple was easy to find and short was short walk from Okunoin cemetery. Food prepared with care and lovely to try traditional meals. Very quiet and peaceful stay. It was an honour to participate in the ceremonies, the fire ceremony felt very special. The rooms were cold initially but the heater worked well and we were comfortable throughout our stay. Thank you very much for an exceptional experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews

Guesthouse Fuki Juku

Fuki (Near Koyasan)

Located in Fuki in the Wakayama region, Guesthouse Fuki Juku provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

P
Pierre
From
France
Akemi and her partner are outstanding hosts. This lovely experience in their guesthouse deserves a 11/10! Everything was farb over what we were expecting. One of our best experience in Japan (and we have already spent several months touring in Japan and visited between 30 and 40 different accommodations!) Everything was perfect, even the driving instructions through narrow mountain roads to reach Mt. Koya or Tankawa Onsen :-) Nice and lively evening discussions with and her husband (thanks to Google translate) ; gorgeous meals. Even the toilet-experience was the most technological we experienced in Japan :-) I want the same at home !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

余韻 奈良宿 - yoinn narayado

Gojō (Near Koyasan)

余韻 奈良宿 - yoinn narayado is a recently renovated guest house in Gojō, where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities.

S
Samantha
From
Germany
We loved the attention to detail, especially the vintage record player with Japanese vinyls and how well stocked the kitchen was (oil, spices, rice, coffee etc. - the best we had in Japan!). Staff was very accommodating. Very spacious, perfect for our group. We had to change the group size due to a mistake of our own and it was very easy to resolve, thank you for that. We had a great time!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 968 reviews
    The hosts are so charming and friendly. Provided lots of travel tips around the area. Meals are delicious. Well equiped house.
    Guest review by
    Wandong
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 958 reviews
    Great hosts, good location, very clean and comfortable. Lucky to have their restaurant on site for dinner - one of nicest meals we had in Japan - that is, home cooked by Guest House owner, an outstanding chef.
    Guest review by
    Andrea
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 968 reviews
    Very friendly and accommodating hosts! The guest house was at a great location (very close to the bus stop and a convenience store) and the family room was very spacious and clean. Would definitely stay here again and I highly recommend it if you are not planning to do a temple stay at Koyasan! I also highly recommend visiting the cafe - great croissants and drinks!
    Guest review by
    Julienne
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 968 reviews
    Great location right in the heart of koyasan town. Very convenient to walk to any attractions nearby. Room facilities are up to bar with some 2-3 star hotel I have been to. Tommy is a super friendly host. He recommends a lot of great local experiences from places to have dinner to different trekking trails and temple rituals you can attend for free. Tommy and his wife run a cafe next door and it’s open from 8am which is a rare thing in koyasan (most shops open at 11am). You get a big discount if you stay at Tommy guest house too ❤️
    Guest review by
    Giang
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 968 reviews
    Tommy Guest House is one of the few guesthouses in Koyasan and certainly the best. Our room was very well equipped as described and quite big. Everything was extremely clean, there were clean towels, new water and tea on the second day. The guesthouse is just a few steps away from the bus stop in the center of Koyasan. Tommy is such a warm and courteous host. The contact before our stay was always quick and super nice. A clear recommendation!
    Guest review by
    Petra
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
    A wonderful Guesthouse in a quieter part of Koyasan but within easy walking distance to all the major attractions. Extremely clean and tidy with large shared living spaces. Conveniently located close to the only Family Mart in town, a bus stop and a little park. Nori, the host, is most helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about the local area. I highly recommend Hachi Hachi.
    Guest review by
    Gillian
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
    Great guest house, big rooms. very clean. the shared bathrooms were comfortable and very clean. Great host who gave a lot of advice and help. clear communication beforehand to arrive there
    Guest review by
    Robyn
    Group
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
    Very helpful, thoughtful, and friendly host. The apartment was very clean. The host clearly paid attention to all details when designing the guest house, rooms, and facilities. Great location close to a bus stop, a convenient store, and good restaurants. Breakfast was nice.
    Guest review by
    Veerathai
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 958 reviews
    We love our stay at Guest House Suzumeno Kakurembo! Our hosts were so friendly, funny and welcoming! Our room was spotless clean(!), spacious and super cosy! Heating is available (it can get really cold in Koyasan at night) and we also had a water dispenser (hot/cold) in our room which was soo convenient! They also have a restaurant with amazing food! We recommend this guesthouse! Thank you so much for your hospitality!
    Guest review by
    Thi To Uyen
    Young couple