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 accommodations, 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 people dine at the Japanese-style dining room, where chairs can be provided upon advance request.
Couples in particular 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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See what guests loved the most:
- Joan
Canada“It was such a beautiful peaceful place to stay. Wonderful attention to detail.” 
Donna
United States of America“I loved the meditation, chanting and fire ceremony. I loved eating dinner with my family in private setting. Dinner exceeded my expectations and greatly appreciate you accommodating my son with a gluten free meal. Loved the night cemetery walk.”
Kevin Canada“Incredible food, lovely comfort and attention to detail made this a perfect experience!”
Area info
Amenities 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
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying
- Tour desk
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Safe
- 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 accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's 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 printMust-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 guest house.
FAQs about 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-
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Room options at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- include:
- Twin
- Family
- Suite
- Triple
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Check-in at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Yes, there's 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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The prices at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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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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高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- is 0.7 miles from the center of Koyasan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
