J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guest house is located in Hongu, a 10-minute drive away or a 70-minute walk on the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route from Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine.
Boasting various hot spring baths and river views, Kawayu Onsen Fujiya is historic accommodations located near the Kumano pilgrimage route. Sophisticated Japanese multi-course meals are served.
Esther
United States of America
This was our first onsen experience and first time having totally Japanese style sleep accommodation and meals. It was overall a positive experience. Very different than Western style and we wanted that experience. The staff was very helpful and accommodating when needed.
Guest house Okagesan is a holiday home located in Hongu, Wakayama. There are 2 Japanese-style rooms, a living room, kitchen, bathroom and toilet in the property.
Brooke
Canada
The Guest house is right on the river, super full of character. Great spot.
Watarase Onsen Hotel Sasayuri offers accommodations in Hongu. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Elena
Spain
The onsen! There were 3 onsen options:
1. Big thermal baths inside the main hotel building
2. Small external private baths in the main hotel building
3. Big natural thermal bath in the other side of the river
I think the external private baths were a very welcome luxury.
The location was isolated which is what we were looking for, very relaxing. The view from the rooms was like a painting and the river side and bridge were beautiful when surrounded by pink flowers.
Breakfast was quite complete and tasty, it was never the same.
The service was very attentive, without us asking they accompanied us after the check out to offer taking a picture of us on the nice bridge.
Villa KUMANO is located in Hongu, just 5.2 miles from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 14 miles from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.
VickiSFBayArea
United States of America
A cool looking house in the traditional Japanese style with modern conveniences. It has a nice view of the impressive Torri that is unfortunately marred by the bug screens and telephone/electricity wires. Full kitchen, but we did not cook and just did take out from one of the only restaurants that stayed open past 6:00pm. There is a bus stop outside or it's an easy walk to the Hongu Taisha bus center next to the Tourist Office. We had the Western Bed option which was thick raised pads, much easier than sleeping on the floor after a long day.
Guest House Takiyoshi features free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in Hongu.
Lynn
United States of America
The guest house was perfectly located in Yunomine Onsen, right across from the bus stop. The owners were unbelievably gracious and kind, and prepared the best (and most beautiful) meal we had during our Kumano Kodo hike. The private onsen was a blessing after a full day of hiking, and the room was clean and cozy. We couldn’t recommend this guest house more highly.
Providing free bikes, ゲストハウス Rei offers accommodations in Hongu. With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace.
Cindi
United States of America
This was truly an individual home, and exceptionally great value. It was large, comfortable, extraordinarily, clean, and peaceful, very zen. Well, equipped with everything . And the owner is really sweet. Just be aware payment is in cash. I wish I was able to stay longer.
There's so much beauty and serenity in visiting this area.
There's so much beauty and serenity in visiting this area. It was relatively quiet during the early winter season but perfect hiking conditions. Food / meal areas were a little sparse and not as exciting but invigorating to experience the pilgramage walk.
B
Australia
8.0
Scored 8.0
It's the heart of the Kumano Kodo.
It's the heart of the Kumano Kodo. There are numerous beautiful trails and trains in the area. The mountains and rivers surrounding it are fantastic. I have lived in Japan for 35 years and find this one of the nicer areas to experience beautiful Japanese Fall.
PaseoHiker
Japan
8.0
Scored 8.0
This is a beautiful part of Japan.
This is a beautiful part of Japan. We lived in Japan but had never been to this area. Full of walkers. We are not walkers but easily did a full day on the Kuman Kodo. We easily moved around by bus . They are not frequent so pay attention to the timetable
Wonderful onsen baths. Lovely walks
Koyasan was revelation and we regretted not staying longer
We cancelled Taiji when we realised that is where they capture and slaughter dolphins
David
Australia
10
Scored 10
We arrived in Kuwaya Onsen from Tanabe early in the...
We arrived in Kuwaya Onsen from Tanabe early in the afternoon so had time to rest and visit the river. The next day we walked the Kumano Kodo trail from Ukegawa to Koguchi (13km, ca 4-5 hrs). A very beautif hike with a few climbs. Plan your trip well as there a few busses from/to Ukegawa and Koguchi. Make sure to bring enough water and a lunch as you cannot buy it on the way. Wonderful experience!
Hilde
Netherlands
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