9.3avge. of 1584 reviewsgāoyěshān sùfāng huìguāngyuàn -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-
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- Weekends / Short Breaks
- Hot tub/jacuzzi
- Family Rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free Parking
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A 1000 year-old Buddhist temple, Shukubo Koya-san Eko-in offers Japanese-style accommodation, 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 persons dine at the Japanese-style dining room, where chairs can be provided upon advance request.
Important Information
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 guesthouse.
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Check Info and Availabilitygāoyěshān sùfāng huìguāngyuàn -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- - Room Options
A selection of room types are usually available at gāoyěshān sùfāng huìguāngyuàn -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-, including;
- Japanese-Style Economy Room with Shared Bathroom
- Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- Comfort Family Room
- Deluxe Family Room
- Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom
- Junior Suite
- Junior Suite with Garden View
- Luxury Suite with Garden View
- Superior Family Room
Japanese-Style Economy Room with Shared Bathroom (Twin, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
Compact room featuring views of the temple grounds and an LCD TV. Guests sleep in Japanese futons on the tatami (woven-straw) floor. Green tea and yukata robes are also provided. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.
Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This family room features a view and an LCD TV. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Green tea and yukata robes are also provided. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.
Superior Family Room (Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The family room features tatami, a seating area, a safe deposit box, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 3 futons.
Junior Suite (Sleeps 6, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This spacious suite comes with 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Tatami, a safe deposit box and heating are available in this suite. The unit has 2 beds and 4 futons.
Luxury Suite with Garden View (Sleeps 6, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite provides tatami, a seating area, a safe deposit box, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds and 4 futons.
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a shared bathroom with slippers. The twin room offers a flat-screen TV, tatami, a safe deposit box and heating. The unit offers 2 futons.
Junior Suite with Garden View (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite features tatami, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as heating. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
Comfort Family Room (Triple, Sleeps 3, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
The spacious triple room provides tatami, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The triple room features a safe deposit box and heating. The unit offers 2 beds and 1 futon.
Deluxe Family Room (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
The spacious family room offers tatami, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The family room features a safe deposit box and heating. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- Useful Info
- 9 Rooms
Arrival and Departure
- Check In from 14:00 until 17:30
- Check Out to 10:00
Hotel Facilities
COVID-19 Precautions
- Cashless payments
- Rooms sealed after cleaning
- Safety Protocols followed
- Screens between staff and guests where appropriate
- Social distancing (dining)
Cleaning
- Daily housekeeping
Sanitization
- Hand sanitizer provided
Sports & Outdoors
- Hiking
Hair, Spa & Beauty
- Back massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Hot tub/jacuzzi
- Massage chair
- Neck massage
Travel & Transport
- Free Parking
- Tour Desk
Business & Internet
- Fax/photocopying
- Free Wifi
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Food & Drink
- Breakfast in the room
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Wine/champagne
Children & Family
- Kid meals
Services
- CCTV in common areas
- CCTV outside property
- Chapel/shrine
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Family Rooms
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
Entertainment
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
Outside
- Garden
Hotel
- Smoke alarms
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Fire extinguishers
- Public Bath
Rating and Reviews
高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple- (gāoyěshān sùfāng huìguāngyuàn -Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-) has been assigned a 3 Star rating by our partner; this is an unofficial rating for ease of comparison, and you should be sure the property suits your needs before booking.
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