Kongo Sanmaiin
648-0211 Wakayama, Koyasan, 425, Japan – Great location - show map
Kongo Sanmaiin
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. There is a Japanese garden and free on-site private parking is offered. Guests will find free WiFi connection available in some guest rooms. There is a drinks vending machine, and fax/photocopying services are offered for free. The property features a designated smoking area. Luggage storage space and personal lockers are offered free of charge. Guestrooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Rooms are air-conditioned/heated with a personal locker and a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms and toilets are shared, while free toiletries and slippers are provided. Vegetarian course meals are offered on site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
Property highlights
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)
Free private parking available on-site
Public Bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Estonia“I was very satisfied with my stay in Kongo Sanmaiin. It was a nice and quiet temple, just enjoyed the silence. The monks were very friendly and helpful. The morning ceremony was a really interesting and amazing experience, don't miss it!”
Paola
Germany“The room was beautiful with view on the garden, the area is extremely quiet and peaceful, the staff is friendly, there is also a small "onsen" inside the structure. In the morning I joined the prayer with the monks, a beautiful experience. The...”
Fatima
Morocco“You have to order dinner separately. The only issue was that the staff did not speak much useful english. However, the facility in itself was a worthy adventure. It looks from another age and another world, an authentic japanese experience...”- Magali
Argentina“Breakfast was amazing!! We are vegetarian so we loved the combination of flavors and textures put into the meals. You can see real love in it. Also everyone was so kind. We where almost the only ones there so we can enjoy the showers and bath...” - Tasma
Australia“A wonderful temple-stay in the heart of Koya-san. Very easy to get to and close to local cafes and shops. Breakfast was included (and vegan, being a Buddhist temple) and you could also attend a morning ceremony. On-site onsen (very nice and...” 
Gianfranco
Italy“surrounded by nature and peace. the room was large enough and equipped with a separate WC room. we found nice kimono and slippers. everything was very clean. interesting vegetarian food experience. an early prayer is included in the rate which...”
Jörg Germany“The temple is very impressive and wonderful, situated in a beautiful garden, surrounded by the forest. The most impressive part was of course taking part in the morning ceremony. The sleeping rooms are in a separate building next to the temple....”
Dharawan Australia“Quiet and peaceful Bed was comfortable for sleeping on a futon with a pillow filled with beans Not many people staying there so the shared bathroom wasn’t crowded (actually it was empty when I visited) Heated bath was nice after travelling and...”
Richard Australia“Staying at this monastery was a unique experience and a must-do for any overnight visitors to Koyasan. The room was basic but very comfortable and the dinner was superb.”- Ioanna
Greece“unique experience staying in a temple. rooms were big and clean, traditional style. Dinner was nice”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Kongo Sanmaiin
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Towels
- Slippers
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Garden
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Clothes rack
- Temporary art galleries
- HikingOff-site
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Street parking
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Electric blankets
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Public Bath
- Japanese
House rulesKongo Sanmaiin takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform the property in advance if you expect to arrive later than 18:00. If you arrive later than 20:00 without prior notice, your booking may be cancelled and treated as a no-show.
FAQs about Kongo Sanmaiin
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Check-in at Kongo Sanmaiin is from 14:00, and check-out is until 09:00.
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The prices at Kongo Sanmaiin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Kongo Sanmaiin offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Temporary art galleries
- Public Bath
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Room options at Kongo Sanmaiin include:
- Triple
- Family
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Kongo Sanmaiin is 950 yards from the centre of Koyasan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, Kongo Sanmaiin is popular with guests booking family stays.
