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Ryokans in Koyasan

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The best ryokans in Koyasan

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Experience culture authentically with a stay at these traditional Japanese-style accommodations. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath, plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

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Highly rated ryokans in Koyasan and nearby

  • Sanso Amanosato

    Katsuragi
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

    Sanso Amanosato in Katsuragi provides accommodations with free bikes, a garden, and a bar. This 5-star ryokan features a spa experience, with its hot spring bath and open-air bath.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews

    高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Sojiin-, located in the center of Mt. Koya, is a Japanese-style accommodations in a Buddhist temple located to the west of Sohonzan Kongobu-ji and in front of Danjo Garan.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews

    高野山 宿坊 宝城院 -Koyasan Shukubo Hojoin- provides a public bath and air-conditioned accommodations in Koyasan, 23 miles from Kishi Station. This 3-star ryokan offers a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,396 reviews

    Located in the sacred Koyasan area, Saizenin offers simple accommodations surrounded by mountains and many temples.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews

    高野山 宿坊 普門院 -Koyasan Shukubo Fumonin- in Koyasan provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 24 miles from Kishi Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Koyasan Gokuraku Stay is located in Koyasan, just 29 miles from Wanpaku Park and 29 miles from Kii Fudoki No Oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

    高野山 宿坊 大円院 -Koyasan Shukubo Daienin- is located in Koyasan, just 28 miles from Matsushita Park and 29 miles from Wanpaku Park.

  • Kongo Sanmaiin

    Koyasan
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

    Located in the famous Koyasan city, Kongo Sanmaiin is a property with 800 years of history. It features having a national treasure as well as over 10 important cultural properties on site.

These ryokans in Koyasan and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 412 reviews

    Located in Mount Koya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Zoufukuin offers a traditional Japanese-style accommodations housed within a Buddhist temple.

  • 清浄心院

    Koyasan
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

    清浄心院 enjoys a location in Koyasan, 30 miles from Kii Fudoki No Oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore and 30 miles from Jigenin Temple.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
    Amazing experience at all levels, the lodging was perfect, I was expecting something basic but it was rather similar to a ryokan, big rooms with confortable futons, traditional Japanese furnitures, yukata, complimentary tea in the room, good and very diversified meals, commun and private sento with a big bath tub. Highly spiritual moments on the fire ceremony and the morning prayer, moreover we had a free tour of more than an hour to learn a lot on oesoteric buddhism and the ancient history of the place.
    Guest review by
    Alessandra
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 821 reviews
    The dinner and breakfast were wonderful, and very carefully prepared. The room was a beautiful traditional-style one, with tatami and futon. The staff were all extremely helpful and kind, and we were even able to purchase some charms. The public bath was very clean and well-kept, and it was interesting to experience it. Thank you for a lovely stay!
    Guest review by
    Janelle
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
    It a beautiful temple, it is very well kept. The room was very spacious and comfortable, all in tatami floor, tastefully decorated, very clean and well maintained, with aircon available and even a TV. I loved that there was a complimentary tea, a yukata and a toothbrush. The temple has a bath (onsen) available and a morning prayer ceremony.
    Guest review by
    Deborah Almerge Rückert
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews
    Dinner had so many vegan dishes and they were delicious. Breakfast was smaller but still filling. It won't be a western breakfast. The futon ended up being comfy and warm but the halls were cold in the morning. I suggest arriving at the start of check in to take full advantage of everything there is (enjoying the pond, onsen, tea in room while reading the info on ceremonies). Location was great for the big 3 sites, if you don't mind walk 20 minutes in either direction.
    Guest review by
    Kellie
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 821 reviews
    Unique experience of lodging in a beautiful buddhist temple. The place has a very special atmosphere. The (buddhist vegetarian) dinner and breakfast were rich and very tasty. The staff was super welcoming and friendly. Good onsen bath. Traditional Japanese-style room (tatami mats and futon beds) was really spatious and comfortable.
    Guest review by
    Juri
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,396 reviews
    The temple, ryokan, grounds, and surrounding areas are magnificent. The staff were very accommodating, and the dinner and breakfast were exceptional. I still dream about their miso soup and pickled- and tempura vegetables. Our room was superb. We enjoyed staying in a traditional setting, wearing a yukata, and keeping warm under a kotatsu.
    Guest review by
    Wayne
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
    You are warmly welcomed by the monks who explain the program of your stay. Whilst dressed in your supplied yukata, you eat dinner and breakfast, creating a ryokan feel to your stay. The morning prayer was very uplifting and a wonderful experience to observe. The in-house onsen was an added bonus and very warming.
    Guest review by
    Terry McGuire
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,396 reviews
    Staff are really nice and accommodating. Our room is really clean. A great place to experience Ryokan (A type of traditional Japanese inn that typically features tatami-matted rooms, communal baths, and other public areas)and Kaiseki (traditional multi-course Japanese dinner). You also get to experience the morning prayer. Location is also walking distance to some of the tourist spots and a 15-20min. walk from bus station. Excellent experience for us! Highly Recommended!
    Guest review by
    Mae
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
    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
    Guest review by
    Audrey
    Young couple