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高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- 3 stars

Koyasan

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. We loved absolutely everything. We stayed 15 days in Japan and this was our favourite spot by far!

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9.2
Superb
1,399 reviews
Price from
£208
per night

高野山 宿坊 大明王院 -Koyasan Shukubo Daimyououin- 3 stars

Koyasan

Featuring 3-star accommodation, 高野山 宿坊 大明王院 -Koyasan Shukubo Daimyououin- is set in Koyasan, 45 km from Matsushita Park and 47 km from Subaru Hall. The air-conditioned accommodation is 39 km from Kishi Station, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The ryokan features a public bath and full-day security.

At the ryokan, the units are fitted with a tatami, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Staying here was one of my favorite experiences on the trip. I enjoyed the morning prayer and the cemetery near by. The food suprised and delighted.

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9
Superb
139 reviews
Price from
£197
per night

高野山 宿坊 龍泉院 -Koyasan Shukubo Ryusenin- 3 stars

Koyasan

Offering a garden and garden view, 高野山 宿坊 龍泉院 -Koyasan Shukubo Ryusenin- is set in Koyasan, 45 km from Matsushita Park and 48 km from Subaru Hall. Offering free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 39 km from Kishi Station. Jodo-ji Temple is 45 km from the ryokan and Shipporyu-ji Temple is 46 km away. Very welcoming monks Very close to the bus station and at a walking distance from the temples (careful, you must be back to the ryokan by 5pm) Dinner and breakfast (vegetarian) are delicious and served directly in the room The room was cosy and traditional, with comfortable futons, and yukatas are available There is a large hot tub, similar to an onsen to be shared with the other guests, this is where you shower too (you must be comfortable with nudity) We attended the morning ceremony, a unique moment

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9.1
Superb
151 reviews
Price from
£238
per night

宿坊 光明院

Koyasan

Situated in Koyasan in the Wakayama region, 宿坊 光明院 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. It is located 39 km from Kishi Station and provides luggage storage space. Jigenin Temple is 49 km away and Itakiso Shrine is 45 km from the ryokan. Location, staff, beautiful experience

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9.1
Superb
170 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

清浄心院

Koyasan

清浄心院 is situated in Koyasan, 45 km from Matsushita Park, 47 km from Subaru Hall, and 49 km from Jigenin Temple. It is set 39 km from Kishi Station and features full-day security. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Absolutely incredible experience that I highly recommend. The monks were so accommodating despite this not being a hotel, but rather an active temple. They speak English very well. The rooms are so beautiful, as is the temple. the bathrooms are modern and the bathing area is lovely. Do keep in mind the baths are only open at night from 4-9pm! you cannot use them in the morning. I saw a review saying that the heating wasn't adequate but that was not the case when I went. they had normal room heaters that kept the room nice and warm despite the rest of the temple being cold (it's February) so bring warm clothing for sure! I unfortunately missed the fire festival because I didn't know about it before checkin (pm) and I left before the afternoon the next day. the ceremony is at 1pm daily. I'll be sure to go next time. They offer you dinner and breakfast in private rooms and it was so delicious and so filling. Especially because it's all vegetarian I was so happy.

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9
Superb
165 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Shirahama no Yado Daigo 2 stars

Shirahama Onsen, Shirahama

Set in Shirahama, within 200 metres of Shirahama Beach and 1.2 km of Ezura Beach, Shirahama no Yado Daigo offers free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 2 km from Shirahama Art Museum, 2.1 km from Shirahama Aquarium Kyoto University and 2.7 km from Kishu Museum of Art. The ryokan features family rooms. 10/10 perfect 2 days here in shirahama :) the staff is so friendly and will help you with everything! they cant speak english but will still try to do the best they can. Google Translater will help a lot :-)

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9.1
Superb
511 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

高野山 真田坊 蓮華定院 -Koyasan Sanadabo Rengejoin- 4 stars

Koyasan

Situated in Koyasan and only 39 km from Kishi Station, 高野山 真田坊 蓮華定院 -Koyasan Sanadabo Rengejoin- features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 46 km from Matsushita Park. The ryokan provides a public bath and luggage storage space.

At the ryokan, each unit is fitted with a tatami. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The plant-based dinner & breakfast were so delicious and beautifully presented. The room is well-maintained and clean. The wall decorations in the room I had was super gorgeous. Also, the garden view from my room was idyllically wonderful; it felt like time stood still. Combined with the great history of the place, It made such a heartfelt stay.

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9
Superb
733 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

Minshuku Sumiya 2 stars

Kawayu Onsen, Tanabe

Located just 12 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Minshuku Sumiya features accommodation in Tanabe with access to an open-air bath, a bar, as well as a housekeeping service. This 2-star ryokan offers a spa experience, with its hot spring bath and public bath. The ryokan provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Host is very frindly and nice place very clean place good taste dinner and braekfast. If you plan to travel around koyasan area this place is good for you because this location is perfect.

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9.2
Superb
330 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

高野山 宿坊 不動院 -Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin- 3 stars

Koyasan

Offering a garden and garden view, 高野山 宿坊 不動院 -Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin- is located in Koyasan, 45 km from Matsushita Park and 47 km from Subaru Hall. Providing free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 39 km from Kishi Station. The ryokan features family rooms. felt very luxury. great cultural experience. great food.

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9.2
Superb
356 reviews
Price from
£278
per night

高野山 宿坊 西禅院 -Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin- 3 stars

Koyasan

Located in the sacred Koyasan area, Saizenin offers simple accommodation surrounded by mountains and many temples. Originally developed as a lodging for the temples’ pilgrims, it conducts Buddhist services every morning that guests can attend. Nankai Koyasan Train Station is a 15-minute drive away.

Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room comes with a flat-screen TV and a seating area. A safety deposit box is also provided. I loved everything. The location, the temple itself, THE FOOD, the staff, my room, the bath, and did I mention the food?! Joining the morning prayer was a beautiful experience, I left the temple happier and lighter. A must if you're staying in Koyasan!

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9
Superb
995 reviews
Price from
£159
per night

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