Surrounded by serene natural beauty, Kongo Sanmaiin offers a tranquil retreat near Kongobuji Temple. Unwind in the indoor public bath or lose yourself in a book from the library while taking advantage of luggage storage and meeting rooms.
When you stay at Kongo Sanmaiin, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Koyasan University and Kongobuji Temple. Also, Muryokoin Temple and Koyasan Daishi Kyokai are within just a 10-minute walk.
At a glance
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Hotel size
50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 9:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 5 PM to receive dinner.
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Library
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Slippers
Sleep well
Turndown service
Free extra futon
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Electronic bidet
Free toiletries
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Tatami (woven mat floors)
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals).
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts cash.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Kongo Sanmaiin Koya-cho
Kongo Sanmaiin Ryokan
Kongo Sanmaiin Ryokan Koya-cho
Kongo Sanmaiin Koya
Kongo Sanmaiin Ryokan
Kongo Sanmaiin Ryokan Koya
Frequently asked questions
Does Kongo Sanmaiin offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kongo Sanmaiin does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kongo Sanmaiin?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kongo Sanmaiin?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kongo Sanmaiin?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.
What is there to do at Kongo Sanmaiin and nearby?
Kongo Sanmaiin has a garden.
What's the area around Kongo Sanmaiin like?
Kongo Sanmaiin is a short 4-minute walk from Anyoin Temple and 7 minutes' walk from Koyasan University.
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Reviews
Kongo Sanmaiin Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2026
Amazing experience.
Harry
Harry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2026
Lovely temple stay with great food and gorgeous location!
We stayed one night at Kongo Sanmai-in with dinner and breakfast. The temple is located withdrawn from the main street which makes the location very quiet and serene.
The food was very good and a great way to experience the buddhistic vegetarian dishes. And the morning prayer was a great experience as well. We were very happy that we stayed at this temple for our temple stay experience at Koyasan!
Some things to know if you wanna stay here as well:
- Some of the staff could speak English, but it's definitely a benefit to know Japanese, especially for the morning prayer where all (for our prayer session at least) was explained in Japanese.
- The rooms are not the most soundproof, meaning you might be able to hear the ones staying in the neighbouring room if they speak loudly. But it wasn't really an issue for us
- The baths are shared (even if you have your own toilet) and they are traditionally Japanese like the ones you might see at a public bathhouse with a shared bathtub and showers on a row. Its a fun and authentic experience, but if you're shy or uncomfortable with showering with others, just ensure you have showered before arriving here.
El templo es muy bonito, pero la experiencia muy decepcionante. En el check in no dan información del templo, te informan de horario de cena, desayuno y ceremonia, sin más. Las habitaciones están en fuera del templo, por lo que a las 17. No hay ningún tipo de contacto ni actividad para hacer ni te ofrecen info. La cena y el desayuno no explican los alimentos ni cómo tomarlos (de la cena hubo un niño chillando por la sala, bastante decepcionante), la cena muy bueno todo y el desayuno cositas más extrañas para nuestro paladar. La instalación muy básica, la almohada es la muerte, el kimono super antiguo, la zona de agua, solo interna muy básica. La ceremonia interesante, pero te dan un folio explicativo al final de la ceremonia (deberían darlo antes) y el Monge está casi 15 minutos hablando al final y es en japonés, no entiendes lo que dice, una pena que no traduzcan porque parecía muy interesante! Nosotros no volveríamos.
Die Tempelgebäude sind als Weltkulturerbe einzigartig und die Zeremonie am Morgen war sehr beeindruckend. Die Gästezimmer sind in einem Nebengebäude außerhalb untergebracht, das weniger Charme hat. Die Zimmer sind sehr einfach, ohne Schlüssel, und in unserem Zimmer roch es etwas muffig. Der Onsen ist nett, aber relativ klein. Das typisch japanische Essen war reichlich. Es gab außerdem Getränkeautomaten im Haus.
Our room was big and clean and the staff was friendly, overall the temple lodge was s great experience.
Koyasan is a truly magical place to visit.
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1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 28, 2019
Accueil très arrogant et rude par les moines. On a l’impression qu’ils sont seulement intéresser par l’argent. Nourriture dégolas.
Confort zéro.
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1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 6, 2019
The location up a side street in a wooded area was lovely. The Buddhist temple and buildings (across the road from the provided accom) were very impressive and atmospheric.
The meals were good and the prayer session in the morning was fascinating.
The accom buildings were rather dingy and scruffy. The futons were very uncomfortable. The public bath was available in the evening but not in the morning. So there was no opportunity to shower in the morning.
The monks were not particularly welcoming and rather abrupt. You got the feeling they tolerated visitors because of the large amount of yen we were bringing in.