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Economy Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style, Courtyard View)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
11 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Futons
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Superior Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Futons
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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
Sleeps 6
2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Deep soaking bathtub
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
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
40 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon
View all photos for Junior Suite, Bathtub, Garden View
Junior Suite, Bathtub, Garden View
Highlights
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
60 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
View all photos for Luxury Suite, Private Bathroom, Garden View
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
Sleeps 6
2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style)
Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
16 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Futons
About the neighborhood
497 Koyasan, Koya, Wakayama-ken, 6480211
What's nearby
Muryokoin Temple - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Kongobuji Temple - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Koyasan University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Koyasan Daishi Kyokai - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Mount Koyasan - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Gokurakubashi station - 22 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
角濱ごまとうふ総本舗 - 2 min drive
精進料理丸万 - 9 min walk
中央食堂さんぼう - 9 min walk
一の橋観光センター - 2 min walk
養花天 - 9 min walk
About this property
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin
Guesthouse near Kongobuji Temple
Located close to Karukayado Temple and Koyasan University, Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
An electric car charging station, a ballroom, and a front-desk safe
A water dispenser, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Heating, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Doorbell and phone notification
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
More
Ballroom
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
More
Connecting rooms available
Electrical adapters
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
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.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
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
Property is 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
Is Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin located?
Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Karukayado Temple, Kongobuji Temple, and Koyasan University. Koyasan Reihokan Museum is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.
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Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Ekoin was such a beautiful and peaceful place to stay. Everything was available in English and the staff were amazing and helpful. Would absolutely recommend the night tour as well as all the other activities included with your stay!
Chloe
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Larysa
3 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
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.
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.
Wonderful for what it is. This is not a hotel stay. Food was amazing, as were the experiences that came with the stay. The only downside was there are no private washing facilities, if that is a deal-breaker for you.
The English speaking staff were so helpful and if they couldn’t speak in English they still tried hard to help. Very walkable and convenient. Fire ceremony was wonderful. Very welcoming place. I stayed 3 nights and it was wonderful.
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.
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!
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
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danilo
11 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Amazing
Great experience. Meditation, exceptional vegetarian food, morning prayer and goma fire ritual. Make sure to book the okunoin cemetery night tour, led by monks from the temple in English or Japanese. Koya-san is a magical place.
Our stay at Ekoin was the highlight of our two weeks in Japan. The room was beautiful and warm even though it snowed while we were there, the food was abundant and absolutely delicious on top of being a cultural experience, and participating in the morning service and fire ceremony was very special. We would absolutely recommend booking the Okunoin night tour as well, the monk who guided it was amazing and it was so different from going in the daytime.
Wonderful experience and hospitality by the staff. The room was beautiful, mix of traditional and modern amenities. We booked a room that included private bathroom and it was probably one of the best and memorable stays we had in Japan.
The food was fantastic and the staff were kind, patient and accommodating. They appeared to be used to foreigners and travelers, and able to navigate and meet everyone’s need.
Our stay with the monks was lovely. They were helpful and got us a last minute massage from a talented local massage therapist. We did the night cemetery tour, meditation and fire ritual. All were very inspiring and enjoyable.
Really lovely temple accommodation with friendly monks and an excellent vegetarian dinner. Just be warned in winter the complex is mostly not heated (heaters are provided in rooms, but they’re kerosene so you have to be careful) and toilets/sinks are shared. Bathing is onsen style which I liked a lot. Views from some of the rooms are lovely.
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!!
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