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 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site

Public Bath


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
7.0
Location
8.8
Low score for Koyasan
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paola
    Germany 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 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 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...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Kongo Sanmaiin

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Public Bath
Languages spoken
  • Japanese

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 09:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-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

  • 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.

  • Check-in at Kongo Sanmaiin is from 14:00, and check-out is until 09:00.

  • Kongo Sanmaiin is 950 yards from the centre of Koyasan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kongo Sanmaiin offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Public Bath

  • Room options at Kongo Sanmaiin include:

    • Triple
    • Family

  • Yes, Kongo Sanmaiin is popular with guests booking family stays.