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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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Public Bath


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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.4
High score for Koyasan
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    Alvin
    United States of America United States of America
    beautiful newly renovated junior suites with private onsens - truly fantastic. Private zen garden as well. The dinner was one of the best meals we had in Japan. Amazing!
  • Kate
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing cultural experience not to miss for your lifetime of memories and that is what you are paying for. Beautiful old building. Beautifully presented vegetarian meals with many different tastes. Relaxing bath experience. But know that you will...
  • Amy
    United States of America United States of America
    The monks here really went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and many speak excellent English. The food for dinner and breakfast was exceptional - we ranked them among the best meals we ate in Japan. Joining the monks for meditation,...

Area info

Amenities of 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Chapel/Shrine
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Massage chair
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Public Bath
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • Japanese

    Property practice

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    House rules

    高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    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.

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    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

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    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-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-

    • Room options at 高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- include:

      • Twin
      • Family
      • Suite
      • Triple

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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

    • 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.

    • 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.