Is parking available at the property?

Yes, complimentary parking is available on-site for guests.

Is breakfast offered at the property?

Breakfast is available, but it must be reserved by booking a Breakfast Included or Half Board rate category. Meal requests after booking are not permitted.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are not allowed at this property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 15:00 and ends at 17:00. Check-out time is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but guests should contact the property for arrangements.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details regarding room accessibility should be confirmed with the property prior to arrival.

Where is the property located?

The property is located in Koya, in the historical district and in the mountains, providing convenient access to local attractions such as Mount Koyasan and Koya-Ryujin Quasi-National Park.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children aged 5 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Extra-person charges may apply for older children.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not offer cribs or rollaway/extra beds. Guests should confirm room suitability for children prior to arrival.

Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin - Koya Japan Ryokan

Average nightly price at Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$176
February	$210
March	$311
April	$420
May	$379
June	$265
July	$310
August	$361
September	$354
October	$432
November	$451
December	$212

What guests think

At Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin, travelers describe a serene temple stay with memorable morning ceremonies, generally friendly and helpful staff, Japanese style rooms, and vegetarian meals, set in a convenient Koyasan location that feels quiet and restorative.

Meals run on early, fixed schedules and some found the food unappealing or lacking explanations, while others loved it; common areas and a few rooms can feel cold in winter, and showers have limited hours. Several reviews also mention a small onsen and generally well kept facilities. Expect a simple, respectful temple experience rather than a conventional hotel.

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Facilities

Temple amenities include a morning ceremony and a small gender-separated indoor bath; toilets and some facilities are shared. Schedules are fixed with early dinners, showers have set hours, and certain common areas can feel cold in winter.

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Clay

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very special place to stay. Morning prayer session is not to be missed. They have good air conditioning in the room we stayed in which was necessary due to the heat. Everything closes early in town and dinner is at 5pm.

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Anuj

Dec 18, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is nice enough for the location, really enjoyed the Onsen. The location is close to center of town and attractions. We found the food to be much below expectations. We are used to vegetarian food so that wasn’t the issue, it was just very unappetizing. So don’t go here for the food but the accommodations are fine.

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benoit

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Très belle expérience au koyansan. Temple auberge tres beau, repas typique, prière du matin, petit déjeuner typique (faut aimer). Petit onsen intérieur. Rapport qualité/prix un peu élevé mais un des seuls temples qu on peut réserver via hotels.com. L expérience et la promenade dans le cimetière et koyasan vaut le détour

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Damiano

Mar 6, 2025

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Bella esperienza tra i monasteri e i monaci di koyasan, tipica struttura giapponese con cena e colazione della tradizione, bella l’esperienza della preghiera mattutina ma un po’ limitanti gli orari della cena e la chiusura delle docce. Stanze molto fredde, ci sarebbe piaciuto trovare la stanza calda anziché avere la stessa temperatura esterna.

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YU HSIN

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

安靜，喜歡早課(morning ceremony)

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Ilse

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ruime kamer Japanese style en een wasbak in de hal. Gezamenlijke toilet en Onsen gescheiden man/vrouw. Diner en ontbijt gezamenlijke tijden. Bijwonen van service 7 uur waarna ontbijt. Nette tempel en vriendelijk behulpzaam personeel. Thee en wat lekker op kamer bij ontvangst.

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Linh

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay. Morning praying is a must-see. Please show respect, don't use your phone.

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MIKI

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

朝の礼拝や護摩をたいて下さる儀式にも参加出来、とても良かったです。部屋は清潔でお寺の方もとても親切で気持ちの良い滞在になりました。

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Chris

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely a superb experience here. The room was stunning and the food top notch. There is clearly so much care and attention here. It was lovely to be able to attend the morning ceremony as well. Highly recommend it. I'll be coming back for sure.

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romina

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Posto meraviglioso dove stare in pace e serenità.. cena e colazione vegetariane molto buone. Bisogna abituarsi un pochino al freddo nei corridoi che portano ai bagni e zona docce dove purtroppo non c é riscaldamento. Camere spaziose e calde Consigliato

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Cleanliness

Several describe the property and rooms as clean and well kept, with some areas recently renovated. No recurring cleanliness issues appear in the reviews.

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Ana

Mar 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent conditions and location

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KYOKO

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location renovated very clean..

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Ilse

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ruime kamer Japanese style en een wasbak in de hal. Gezamenlijke toilet en Onsen gescheiden man/vrouw. Diner en ontbijt gezamenlijke tijden. Bijwonen van service 7 uur waarna ontbijt. Nette tempel en vriendelijk behulpzaam personeel. Thee en wat lekker op kamer bij ontvangst.

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MIKI

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

朝の礼拝や護摩をたいて下さる儀式にも参加出来、とても良かったです。部屋は清潔でお寺の方もとても親切で気持ちの良い滞在になりました。

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Rooms

Traditional Japanese rooms with futons are often described as spacious and comfortable. Temperature can vary by season—several note cold rooms or unheated corridors in winter, while air conditioning helped in the heat.

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Clay

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very special place to stay. Morning prayer session is not to be missed. They have good air conditioning in the room we stayed in which was necessary due to the heat. Everything closes early in town and dinner is at 5pm.

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Andrew

Mar 15, 2023

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Koyasan Saizenin was the highlight of my trip to Japan. Amazing staff, room, food, and experience while sightseeing around town

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Andrea

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Typische Unterkunft, hatten Futtonbetten, war aber bequem. Gut für 1 Nacht mit morgen Gebet, gut zentral.

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Maria Sole

Sep 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and comfortable. An experience to be libed

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Yoann

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

La chambre est parfaite, le personnel est à l’écoute. Nous avons été accueilli par une dame vraiment charmante parlant très bien anglais.

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Damiano

Mar 6, 2025

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Bella esperienza tra i monasteri e i monaci di koyasan, tipica struttura giapponese con cena e colazione della tradizione, bella l’esperienza della preghiera mattutina ma un po’ limitanti gli orari della cena e la chiusura delle docce. Stanze molto fredde, ci sarebbe piaciuto trovare la stanza calda anziché avere la stessa temperatura esterna.

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Ilse

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ruime kamer Japanese style en een wasbak in de hal. Gezamenlijke toilet en Onsen gescheiden man/vrouw. Diner en ontbijt gezamenlijke tijden. Bijwonen van service 7 uur waarna ontbijt. Nette tempel en vriendelijk behulpzaam personeel. Thee en wat lekker op kamer bij ontvangst.

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Fabian

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly. Nice rooms. The diner was delicious! Of course the morning ceremony is a must! Followed by the breakfast 👌

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Chris

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely a superb experience here. The room was stunning and the food top notch. There is clearly so much care and attention here. It was lovely to be able to attend the morning ceremony as well. Highly recommend it. I'll be coming back for sure.

10

romina

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Posto meraviglioso dove stare in pace e serenità.. cena e colazione vegetariane molto buone. Bisogna abituarsi un pochino al freddo nei corridoi che portano ai bagni e zona docce dove purtroppo non c é riscaldamento. Camere spaziose e calde Consigliato

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive, and helpful, and staff were accommodating with bookings. A few guests reported unclear information or less warmth from some staff.

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Yoann

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

La chambre est parfaite, le personnel est à l’écoute. Nous avons été accueilli par une dame vraiment charmante parlant très bien anglais.

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Enrique

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Estancia muy agradable, el personal súper atento y servicial. Fue una experiencia memorable y en general claro que recomiendo el lugar.

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???

Aug 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

客室内の洗面台に自動の水道蛇口と、通常であれば石鹸水が出るであろう蛇口のボタンがあり、そのボタンを押したところ、石鹸水ではなく、冷たい水が出てきたので、係員に尋ねたところ、「私にはわからない。多分壊れている。すぐには治らない」と言われた。夕食の配膳時に別の係員に尋ねたら、「ボタンはうがい用の水です。飲まないで下さい」と言われました。部屋のどこにもそのような説明注意書もありません。また、スタッフの若い多分お坊さん達はすれ違っても挨拶もしません。宿坊の中では宿泊費の高い方だと思いますが、とても残念でした。

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Norman

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The experience was what we expected. Very Japanese, quiet with beautiful gardens. They changed our booking from a room for 6 to three rooms for 2 each and had a nice garden view. The dinner was surprisingly very good with all vegetable dishes but quite diverse texture and taste. We enjoyed our stay.

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Christy

Jan 11, 2024

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Very welcoming to our 8yo twins! Lovely meal and it was special to be a part of the morning service (7am!) Kids were able to participate in the incense burning and prayer.

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Ilse

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ruime kamer Japanese style en een wasbak in de hal. Gezamenlijke toilet en Onsen gescheiden man/vrouw. Diner en ontbijt gezamenlijke tijden. Bijwonen van service 7 uur waarna ontbijt. Nette tempel en vriendelijk behulpzaam personeel. Thee en wat lekker op kamer bij ontvangst.

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Tobias

Mar 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Zentral gelegen. Höfliches zu vorkommendes Personal.

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Fabian

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly. Nice rooms. The diner was delicious! Of course the morning ceremony is a must! Followed by the breakfast 👌

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Sudeesh

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

What an amazing experience. Should have stayed for more days. Staff super helpful. The ceremony we attended was graceful. Experience of 7 course meal was worth spending time

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veronique

Apr 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Une expérience inoubliable à Koyasan. Nous avons apprécié la sérénité et l'hospitalité durant notre séjour.

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Location

Location is repeatedly described as central and convenient for Koyasan sights, yet quiet. Note that the town winds down early, with limited evening options.

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Clay

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very special place to stay. Morning prayer session is not to be missed. They have good air conditioning in the room we stayed in which was necessary due to the heat. Everything closes early in town and dinner is at 5pm.

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Mang Che Kathy

Mar 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is very good. The staffs are nice and helpful, highly recommend to stay here when you consider to visit Koyasan.

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Andrew

Mar 15, 2023

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Koyasan Saizenin was the highlight of my trip to Japan. Amazing staff, room, food, and experience while sightseeing around town

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Andrea

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Typische Unterkunft, hatten Futtonbetten, war aber bequem. Gut für 1 Nacht mit morgen Gebet, gut zentral.

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Anuj

Dec 18, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is nice enough for the location, really enjoyed the Onsen. The location is close to center of town and attractions. We found the food to be much below expectations. We are used to vegetarian food so that wasn’t the issue, it was just very unappetizing. So don’t go here for the food but the accommodations are fine.

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Ana

Mar 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent conditions and location

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Shiro

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

とても便利かつ静かなロケーションで過ごしやすいです。スタッフや僧侶の方々もとても親切丁寧です。また料理も大変素晴らしいです。

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KYOKO

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location renovated very clean..

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Norman

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The experience was what we expected. Very Japanese, quiet with beautiful gardens. They changed our booking from a room for 6 to three rooms for 2 each and had a nice garden view. The dinner was surprisingly very good with all vegetable dishes but quite diverse texture and taste. We enjoyed our stay.

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Tobias

Mar 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Zentral gelegen. Höfliches zu vorkommendes Personal.

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Dining

Meals are traditional vegetarian Buddhist cuisine and are often praised for taste and presentation. However, several guests found the food bland or below expectations, menus are fixed with early set times, and substitutions or detailed explanations are limited.

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Clay

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very special place to stay. Morning prayer session is not to be missed. They have good air conditioning in the room we stayed in which was necessary due to the heat. Everything closes early in town and dinner is at 5pm.

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Anuj

Dec 18, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is nice enough for the location, really enjoyed the Onsen. The location is close to center of town and attractions. We found the food to be much below expectations. We are used to vegetarian food so that wasn’t the issue, it was just very unappetizing. So don’t go here for the food but the accommodations are fine.

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Anna

Jan 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The temple is amazing and the rooms nice. It wasn’t clear though from the site that the meditation was an extra fee (1000 ¥). The kaiseki dinner was good but there were no expiation of the food or in which order to eat it. Overall a bit overpriced in my opinion.

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Jessica

Dec 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A very different experience for a foreigner, and one that I cherished as a student of Buddhism. If you aren’t adventurous, I don’t recommend it, and if you go, please be curious, open, and full of respect. The non-sleeping rooms will be very cold in winter, the food served is the food served, without changes available, there are rules about which slippers to wear where and what can be photographed, etc. If you’re interested in deep travel (versus hedonism), you will be gifted and changed. Otherwise, please don’t go.

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Norman

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The experience was what we expected. Very Japanese, quiet with beautiful gardens. They changed our booking from a room for 6 to three rooms for 2 each and had a nice garden view. The dinner was surprisingly very good with all vegetable dishes but quite diverse texture and taste. We enjoyed our stay.

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Lajla

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Maden var virkelig pæn, men ikke spiselig. Der var intet smag i og vi var meget sultne da vi kørte derfra.

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Fabian

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly. Nice rooms. The diner was delicious! Of course the morning ceremony is a must! Followed by the breakfast 👌

10

Sudeesh

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

What an amazing experience. Should have stayed for more days. Staff super helpful. The ceremony we attended was graceful. Experience of 7 course meal was worth spending time

10

Chris

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely a superb experience here. The room was stunning and the food top notch. There is clearly so much care and attention here. It was lovely to be able to attend the morning ceremony as well. Highly recommend it. I'll be coming back for sure.

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romina

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Posto meraviglioso dove stare in pace e serenità.. cena e colazione vegetariane molto buone. Bisogna abituarsi un pochino al freddo nei corridoi che portano ai bagni e zona docce dove purtroppo non c é riscaldamento. Camere spaziose e calde Consigliato

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Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin

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Japanese-Style Standard Room with Garden View

Japanese-Style Deluxe Family Room with Private Shower and Toilet

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Junior Suite

Standard Family Room

Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room

Japanese-Style Standard Quadruple Room

Japanese-Style Superior Room with Pond View and Private Toilet

Japanese-Style Superior Room

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bath and Toilet

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				1 $944	2	3 $559
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