高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-
648-0211 Wakayama, Koyasan, Koyasan 497, Japan – Excellent location - show map
A 1000 year-old Buddhist temple, Shukubo Koya-san Eko-in offers Japanese-style accommodation, a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests are free to attend Buddhist morning services, the Goma fire ritual and meditation. Rooms feature tatami-mat flooring, comfortable futon bedding and paper sliding screens. They are fitted with an LCD TV and a safe. Bathroom facilities are shared, and the public baths are open 16:00-22:00 and 06:00-09:00 daily. Shukubo Temple is close to other ancient Buddhist buildings such as Kongobu-ji Temple, which is a 10-minute walk. The Ichi-no-Hashi entrance to the ancient Okuno-In Temple is a 3-minute walk away. Guests can experience group meditation, and they can write Buddhist texts with a brush and ink on scrolls at their room. They can also go hiking in the scenic surroundings of Koya-san Eko-in. The temple has a lounge with a PC corner. Meals are served at the guest room at scheduled times and feature Buddhist vegetarian cuisine, and gluten-free meals can be requested at an additional fee. Groups of 4 or more persons dine at the Japanese-style dining room, where chairs can be provided upon advance request.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 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 (9.6)
Free private parking available on-site
Public Bath
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Morten
Switzerland“Keeping in mind that this is a temple, not a hotel, the amenities and services were very good! Our room was spacious, clean and calm. Even if the bathroom was shared, it was kept clean and it wasn’t busy (not shared by many people). The common...”
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”
Patrycja
Denmark“Unique overnight stay, very traditional indoors design. Joining meditation session and Buddhist rituals was memorable. In addition, the food was vegetarian, diverse and very tasty. Property had public hot springs!”
Property surroundings
Facilities of 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-Great facilities! Review score, 9.3
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Towels
- Slippers
- Free toiletries
- View
- Terrace
- Garden
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Hiking
- Flat-screen TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying
- Tour desk
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Safety deposit box
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Public Bath
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- Japanese
Property practice
House rules
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 room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 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
Cash
高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests can participate in meditation sessions from 16:30. Sessions can be translated in English when translators are available. English brochures are available for staying guests, as well. Please wear comfortable clothes for the sessions.
Guests can write Buddhist texts with a brush and ink on scrolls in their rooms for free. Please pick up the tools at the office.
Guests can attend the Buddhist morning service at 07:00 and the Goma fire ritual at 07:30. Please note that this schedule changes during the winter.
Please note that children will not be provided bedding and meals unless the property is informed prior to your arrival. Extra charges are applied to children's meals and bedding. Please contact the property directly for more details.
Breakfast is served at 08:00, and dinner at 17:30.
Guests who booked through this website can check-in from 13:00.
It is not possible to check in after 19:00. Please note that dinner is not available for late check-in.
The property recommends guests come to Koyasan and the property with light luggage, due to steep hills and stairs in the area.
The Koyasan mountainous area is generally a lot cooler than other areas. The property recommends guests bring enough clothes.
Public baths are open only from 16:00-22:00 and 06:00-09:00 daily.
Guests with food allergies or other dietary restrictions should inform the property in advance.
If there are changes in the number of guests, please inform the property by noon on the check-in date to prepare dinner.
Please note that the property is pilgrims' lodgings in a temple. It's not a regular hotel, inn or guesthouse.
FAQs about 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-
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The prices at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- 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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Check-in at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- is 0.7 miles from the centre of Koyasan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Hiking
- Foot massage
- Walking tours
- Full body massage
- Tour or class about local culture
- Head massage
- Back massage
- Massage chair
- Public Bath
- Couples massage
- Neck massage
- Hand massage
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- on this page.
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Room options at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- include:
- Twin
- Family
- Suite
- Triple
