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Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin

3.0 star property
Mountain guesthouse, steps from Karukayado Temple

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Nestled close to Karukayado Temple and Koyasan University, Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin offers a serene retreat with a garden, library, and massage spa services. Relax on the terrace or stay connected with in-room WiFi; guests also appreciate laundry facilities, luggage storage, free self-parking and an electric car charging station - previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY2,100
CNY2,310 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11

Room options

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Economy Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Courtyard View) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Courtyard View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Superior Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Junior Suite, Non Smoking, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons

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Luxury Suite, Private Bathroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Junior Suite, Bathtub, Garden View

Junior Suite, Bathtub, Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite, Bathtub, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Comfort Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Comfort Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub | View from room

Comfort Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

Map
497 Koyasan, Koya, Wakayama-ken, 6480211

What's nearby

  • Kongobuji Temple - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Koyasan University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Muryokoin Temple - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Koyasan Daishi Kyokai - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mount Koyasan - 7 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 87 min drive
  • Gokurakubashi station - 22 min drive
  • Shimoichiguchi Station - 37 min drive
  • Shionomiya Station - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪和風らーめん みやま - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪中央食堂 さんぼう - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪花菱 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪精進料理 はちよう - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪光海珈琲 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin

Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mount Koyasan. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 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
    • Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this hotel in advance.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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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
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

Also known as

Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin House
Syukubo Ekoin House
Syukubo Ekoin
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Guesthouse
Syukubo Ekoin Guesthouse
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Koya
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Guesthouse
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Guesthouse Koya

Frequently asked questions

Does Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin 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 Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin and nearby?

Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin has a picnic area and a garden.

Does Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin like?

Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin is a short 1-minute walk from Kongosanmaiin Temple and 11 minutes' walk from Muryokoin Temple.

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Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Agnes, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent.
Bich, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good experience
C-line, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What an incredible place to stay. A very attentive staff and the dinner and breakfast (Shojin ryori) in the room was exceptional. If you ever get a chance to travel to Koyasan, make sure you stay at this temple. You will not be disappointed.
Corey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staying in Eko-in is an experience not to be missed. Our room was amazing, in the annex building, which felt brand new. The night cemetery tour has been the highlight of our Japan trip and the morning prayer and fire ritual were also great. Food was amazing and plentiful although Japanese breakfast wasn't a hit for us. We bought some pastries from Family Mart to have as backup, which came in handy. Free parking is provided too. The monks were all very welcoming and spoke good English.
Dimitrios, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I wish we’d spent more time here and in Koyasan! The temple stay was so comfortable and experiential, with beautiful views everywhere we turned. It is also right on the main street, within easy walking distance to the main attractions such as the Okunoin Cemetery (in fact, the Cemetary night walk starts here). This is a special highlight among the many great things we’ve done in Japan!
Anh Tuan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was an amazing and 180 degree shift from Osaka. We really thought all the extra touches were so special. The monks were all gracious and thoughtful and wonderful hosts.
Randy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Koysan

Last minute idea to stay at a Temple while in Osaka, paid high price for a room for 4 people over 2000$ for 1 night vegetarian meals included. Overall it was a different, unique experience, no regrets.
Isabel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Koyasan Eko-in Escape busy Tokyo or Osaka for this calming, welcoming and nurturing town of Koyasan. You’ll be warmly greeted regardless of what shops you enter or which temple you stay in. However, I must say that the team at Eko-in really goes above and beyond to make for an incredible experience from start to finish. They guide you step by step upon check-in and let you know what to expect along the way. Things not to be missed: -4:30 pm guided meditation -In-room massage therapy by monks -7pm cemetery walk (if it doesn’t rain, ours got cancelled due to weather) -7am morning prayer -7:30am fire ritual Cannot recommend highly enough!! 🏯🍜🎋📿
Maria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The temple and the surrounding area are absolutely beautiful! Trying to check in though was a bit of a pain. It took me about 5 tries to finally get the person meeting me at the entrance to understand that I had a reservation and wasn’t just there to take a picture. He kept telling me to come back in the morning. I had to take the paper from his hand and point my name out for everything to get across. The rest of the stay went extremely well however.
Carl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Güzel deneyimdi.
ZEYNEP FATMA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Esperienza meravigliosa all’Ekoin! Tutto è stato impeccabile: l’ambiente suggestivo, le camere tradizionali accoglienti e soprattutto il personale, estremamente gentile e attento. Le attività proposte, come la meditazione e la cerimonia del fuoco, sono state belle e molto interessanti.
Fabrizio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was just great! It made us feel very comfortable. It was helpful that all the staff were capable of communicating with us in English. Since people are coming to experience a true Japanese style of living, be sure to attend the morning prayer service, and the fire ritual. They cost nothing to attend and give a wonderful insight into the culture of Japanese people and Buddhism in particular.
Goma fire ritual
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View from our room
Entrance to the property
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

供養も兼ねて訪れましたが、スタッフも親切丁寧で、安心して宿泊できました。
???, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A hidden gem in the world. A game changer for my family. Must do the night cemetery walk! Recommend to do the trip after some of the chaos of the bigger cities as it was such a beautiful shift!
Gretchen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Heerlijk, even wat rust in dit chaotische Japan. De “bedden” slapen verschrikkelijk slecht. Vooral als je wat zwaarder bent, maar wat een top ervaring. Fenomenaal!
Erik, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super services, tasty food, Goma fire excellent experience
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lugar espectacular. La comida es de lo mejor que he probado. Es vegetariana, pero es espectacular
Rodrigo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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STEVEN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience

It was truly an amazing experience. At first please note that this is not a traditional hotel, but a active temple which hosts travellers. My room was traditional room with a tatami floor and shared bathroom. Room and bathroom were both clean and nice. The atmosphere in the temple was calm and quiet throughout my whole stay. Food that was served was amazing. It was also interesting to follow the morning service and the fire ritual.
Jenni, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It is a pity that this holy place has become too commercial to stay spiritual. Meat and alcohol are served in the Buddhist monastery. Prayers are for money. Sad
Larysa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Syukubo Eko-in is highly recommended. The food here is excellent and staff is very friendly and helpful. The whole atmosphere is serene
Aayushi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at the Ekoin Temple was a highlight of our trip to Japan and we will be back! Thank you to all the wonderful people of Koyasan and our shukubo for their hospitality, kindness, and openness to welcoming visitors to this most special place. Our accommodations, the food, and temple grounds were truly wonderful. But most of all, I would like to express gratitude to Nori who we were fortunate enough to be paired with for the many offerings the as part of the stay. Thank you Nori for sharing your stories and educating us about Koyasan’s sacred history.

10/10 Exceptional

とても良かったです！
Danlin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Experiencia única y de aprendizaje
Rafael, 1-night trip