Is parking available at the property?

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

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

Check-in is from 15:00 until 17:30, and check-out is at 10:00.

Where is the property located?

The property is centrally located in Koya, near local landmarks such as Konpon Daito Pagoda and Kongobuji Temple, with access to Koya-Ryujin Quasi-National Park and Kongo-Ikoma Quasi-National Park.

Koyasan Shukubo Jokiin - Authentic Ryokan Experience

Average nightly price at Koyasan Shukubo Jokiin by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$183
February	US$192
March	US$320
April	US$509
May	US$398
June	US$278
July	US$318
August	US$546
September	US$397
October	US$652
November	US$574
December	US$263

What guests think

Travellers describe Koyasan Shukubo Jokiin as a serene, culturally rich temple stay with welcoming staff, an engaging morning ceremony (often in English), calming gardens and baths, and a convenient setting near Koyasan’s sights, with thoughtfully prepared vegetarian meals.

Rooms are traditional with floor futons; several found them firm, while others reported comfortable or spacious stays, and some rooms include private bathrooms alongside shared facilities. Many reviews note the price is high for what you get. Expect a tranquil, culturally focused overnight suited to experiencing Mount Koya at a relaxed pace.

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Facilities

Guests frequently praise the peaceful gardens, the public bath, and the morning ceremony (often with English). Some wished for deeper activities and a less tourist-oriented feel.

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Iris

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had a good one night stay here. I was worried it wouldn’t be enough time to see everything i wanted too, but it turned out to be perfect. You can drop off your luggage before and after you check in which is really nice. Highlights for me were the public bath, and morning ceremony.

10

Jennifer

20 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. Ceremony in the morning also in English.

10

Robert Arnaldo

20 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic staff. Great food. Peaceful and tranquil. The public bath was super relaxing

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Patricia

10 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Way overpriced for what it was. While the garden and the services were good, it’s not a working temple for monks. It’s more like an inn for tourists in a temple structure. The morning Buddhist service gave me the feeling that it was just catered for tourists. By all means check out Koyasan during the day but you would be better off staying outside the mountain for a fraction of the cost. There’s nothing extra zen about staying at this place.

10

ROBERT

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tres beau sejour atypique Repas et petit déjeuner vegetarien japonais abondant et soigné Cérémonie du matin interessante et inituation bienveillante au Bouddhisme . Passer une nuit à Koyasan permet de profiter du calme et du grand site situe juste à côté Onsen agreable

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Picard

26 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent accueil par personnel en général. Belle prière avec le moine le matin. Il possible de profiter de l’agréable jardin. Dommage que le prix soit aussi élevé dans les shukubos en regard aux prestations fournies (sanitaires partagés…) car l’ambiance est vraiment très relaxante.

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Mariana

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Os vegetais estavam com um aspecto velho como se estivesse a muito tempo na geladeira. Não tive coragem de comer. O tempurá é servido frio. A comida foi uma grande decepção, pelo o valor que cobram achei que seria uma comida fresca e gostosa. O templo oferece apenas uma cerimônia pela manhã, seria legal ter uma meditação ou mais interação com os hóspedes. Agora estou nos templos da Coreia, aqui é bem diferente eles querem mesmo incentivar uma transformação do hospede. No Japão é mais comercial, parece que querem mais o $

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Logan

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was one of THE best experiences I have ever had in all of my travels, including the two weeks in Japan. I struggled to decide which temple lodging to choose in Koyasan, and I am so glad I went with Joki-in. The check-in experience was wonderful, welcoming and helpful staff. They tour you through the entire property and help you adjust to temple life. Our room was bigger than every hotel we stayed in in Japan and a private bathroom (most the other temples do not have this) - sold!!! The garden, and bath, were so relaxing to enjoy. I actually had the bath to myself! The location is superb and the curfew is 10pm, which is great since most temples in Koyasan are 9pm! I found the food to be delicious and unique and sleeping on the floor extremely comfortable! I loved everything about this, just wish we could have done 2 nights here (but the price didn't allow for that!) If you aren't sure which temple to choose, choose this one!

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Donna

19 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff and beautiful gardens

10

devin

28 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely amazing. The cuisine was superb. Stunning facilities and exceptional hospitality. Morning ceremony was special.

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Maxwell Chun Sum

31 Dec 2023

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Clean room and nice staff. An unique experience. However, dinner food lost heat quickly. Also, would be better if there are more activities/experience in the morning ceremony, besides listening to the master.

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Rooms

Rooms are traditional with floor futons; several found them firm, while others reported comfortable or spacious stays. A mix of private bathrooms and shared facilities is noted.

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Sarah

22 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We greatly appreciated the directions and communication from Jokiin to assist us getting there from Kyoto. The grounds were lovely but small. Room was adequate with more than we expected. We had use of the shared bathrooms but no one else was using them so basically had our own. Enjoyed the heated blanket table and the bedding provided was also very warm. The dinner and breakfast were very different for us but we tried everything. Closeby to local sights too and public transport was easy. Quite a few food options around if the vegan menu isn't what you're after though. Very lovely neighbourhood.

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Christiane

24 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Koyasan is a lovely place and a must-see in Japan. As can be expected from a temple lodging, accommodation is pricey compared to what you get in a hotel of the same price but this is fine for me. Food was great, staff was friendly. I personally would have appreciated in the description a mention that the Deluxe room doesn’t have a window (as this is very uncommon for European standards and with a price of >1400 Euro I didn’t expect it). One point of serious criticism: the large Italian travel groups used the public bath without showering first…no adherence to the rules even during the morning ceremony during which 15/25 participants took photos and filmed behind the master’s back. I wonder why they bother to attend if they don’t respect the rules and spoil the experience for everyone else attending. Even their tour guide filmed. Very awkward. Otherwise a great place to stay!

8

Fabio

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Peaceful, traditional and culturally stimulating. My neck didn't appreciate ro sleep on futon on the ground, but it's the rule

10

Tomy

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An amazing experience once in a life time we got the private room with garden view. Everything about the place is magical.

10

Logan

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was one of THE best experiences I have ever had in all of my travels, including the two weeks in Japan. I struggled to decide which temple lodging to choose in Koyasan, and I am so glad I went with Joki-in. The check-in experience was wonderful, welcoming and helpful staff. They tour you through the entire property and help you adjust to temple life. Our room was bigger than every hotel we stayed in in Japan and a private bathroom (most the other temples do not have this) - sold!!! The garden, and bath, were so relaxing to enjoy. I actually had the bath to myself! The location is superb and the curfew is 10pm, which is great since most temples in Koyasan are 9pm! I found the food to be delicious and unique and sleeping on the floor extremely comfortable! I loved everything about this, just wish we could have done 2 nights here (but the price didn't allow for that!) If you aren't sure which temple to choose, choose this one!

10

Kyoko

25 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

初めての宿坊泊でしたが、部屋もグレードアップしていただきゆっくり楽しめました。

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Janine

22 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Chambre avec salle de bain. Style ryokan. Très agréable. Petite chaufferette pour enlever l’humidité à l’arrivée sous une forte pluie. Service très courtois pour les repas et l’installation du futon pour la nuit. Joli jardin. Central.

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sin po

6 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,363 nights

野食唔夠熱，好快凍暖爐唔夠熱，訓訓下熄左，凍醒左。

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Fiona

3 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An enriching experience, one that I will never forget. The room was amazing, the setting was peaceful and the staff were lovely. I would recommend this temple stay to anyone who wants to reset and be at peace.

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Daniel

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel, the monks attending are really nice, definitely go to the morning ceremony, it is worth it. This is near everything and very centric to all the landmarks nearby. The "beds" are pretty hard since its traditional, but its manageable for a night or two. Meals were really good, definitely don't skip them and take the chance to eat traditional monk meals.

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Service

Service is consistently friendly, helpful, and communicative, with smooth check-ins, luggage assistance, and English spoken. Staff guidance about the property and local area is appreciated.

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Mengran

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is very friendly!

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Iris

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had a good one night stay here. I was worried it wouldn’t be enough time to see everything i wanted too, but it turned out to be perfect. You can drop off your luggage before and after you check in which is really nice. Highlights for me were the public bath, and morning ceremony.

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Sarah

22 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We greatly appreciated the directions and communication from Jokiin to assist us getting there from Kyoto. The grounds were lovely but small. Room was adequate with more than we expected. We had use of the shared bathrooms but no one else was using them so basically had our own. Enjoyed the heated blanket table and the bedding provided was also very warm. The dinner and breakfast were very different for us but we tried everything. Closeby to local sights too and public transport was easy. Quite a few food options around if the vegan menu isn't what you're after though. Very lovely neighbourhood.

10

Moira

12 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

cool place to stay. Staff was very supportive.

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Robert Arnaldo

20 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic staff. Great food. Peaceful and tranquil. The public bath was super relaxing

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Andrew

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My family had a truly amazing stay here. One of the best experiences of our trip through Japan. The temple and surrounding area is beautiful. The staff spoke excellent English and the vegetarian food was great. Get up for the morning prayers if you can.

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Logan

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was one of THE best experiences I have ever had in all of my travels, including the two weeks in Japan. I struggled to decide which temple lodging to choose in Koyasan, and I am so glad I went with Joki-in. The check-in experience was wonderful, welcoming and helpful staff. They tour you through the entire property and help you adjust to temple life. Our room was bigger than every hotel we stayed in in Japan and a private bathroom (most the other temples do not have this) - sold!!! The garden, and bath, were so relaxing to enjoy. I actually had the bath to myself! The location is superb and the curfew is 10pm, which is great since most temples in Koyasan are 9pm! I found the food to be delicious and unique and sleeping on the floor extremely comfortable! I loved everything about this, just wish we could have done 2 nights here (but the price didn't allow for that!) If you aren't sure which temple to choose, choose this one!

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Frederic

30 May 2023

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Great property! Staff was welcoming and friendly. The food was fresh and delicious. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to anyone visiting the area and wants great hospitality in an authentic temple.

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Julie

18 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely wonderful stay. The food was amazing, the staff was so kind and helpful and the area around Koyasan was beautiful. It was one of our favorite places to visit.

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Lynn

29 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very attentive staff.

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Location

Location is convenient and central for Koyasan’s main sites, yet remains tranquil. Guests found it easy to access attractions and enjoy the surrounding area.

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Iris

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had a good one night stay here. I was worried it wouldn’t be enough time to see everything i wanted too, but it turned out to be perfect. You can drop off your luggage before and after you check in which is really nice. Highlights for me were the public bath, and morning ceremony.

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Sarah

22 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We greatly appreciated the directions and communication from Jokiin to assist us getting there from Kyoto. The grounds were lovely but small. Room was adequate with more than we expected. We had use of the shared bathrooms but no one else was using them so basically had our own. Enjoyed the heated blanket table and the bedding provided was also very warm. The dinner and breakfast were very different for us but we tried everything. Closeby to local sights too and public transport was easy. Quite a few food options around if the vegan menu isn't what you're after though. Very lovely neighbourhood.

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Elly

12 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Mooie accomodatie en ligging

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Andrew

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My family had a truly amazing stay here. One of the best experiences of our trip through Japan. The temple and surrounding area is beautiful. The staff spoke excellent English and the vegetarian food was great. Get up for the morning prayers if you can.

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Janine

22 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Chambre avec salle de bain. Style ryokan. Très agréable. Petite chaufferette pour enlever l’humidité à l’arrivée sous une forte pluie. Service très courtois pour les repas et l’installation du futon pour la nuit. Joli jardin. Central.

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あすか

19 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

静かでわかりやすい場所にあり、みんな親切で感謝してます。

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Daniel

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel, the monks attending are really nice, definitely go to the morning ceremony, it is worth it. This is near everything and very centric to all the landmarks nearby. The "beds" are pretty hard since its traditional, but its manageable for a night or two. Meals were really good, definitely don't skip them and take the chance to eat traditional monk meals.

10

Andrew

16 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Truly incredible. Amazing amenities, the food is great and close to all major sites. Highly recommend

10

Julie

18 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely wonderful stay. The food was amazing, the staff was so kind and helpful and the area around Koyasan was beautiful. It was one of our favorite places to visit.

10

Trinh

16 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A wonderful retreat and perfectly positioned to enjoy the surrounding around of Koyasan.

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Dining

Vegetarian temple meals are widely praised for taste and presentation at breakfast and dinner. A minority found dishes not hot enough or not to their taste.

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Kurt

12 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The dinner and breakfast is definitely recommended! Unique, delicious and completes the experience

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Maxwell Chun Sum

31 Dec 2023

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Clean room and nice staff. An unique experience. However, dinner food lost heat quickly. Also, would be better if there are more activities/experience in the morning ceremony, besides listening to the master.

10

Robert Arnaldo

20 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic staff. Great food. Peaceful and tranquil. The public bath was super relaxing

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ROBERT

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tres beau sejour atypique Repas et petit déjeuner vegetarien japonais abondant et soigné Cérémonie du matin interessante et inituation bienveillante au Bouddhisme . Passer une nuit à Koyasan permet de profiter du calme et du grand site situe juste à côté Onsen agreable

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Mariana

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Os vegetais estavam com um aspecto velho como se estivesse a muito tempo na geladeira. Não tive coragem de comer. O tempurá é servido frio. A comida foi uma grande decepção, pelo o valor que cobram achei que seria uma comida fresca e gostosa. O templo oferece apenas uma cerimônia pela manhã, seria legal ter uma meditação ou mais interação com os hóspedes. Agora estou nos templos da Coreia, aqui é bem diferente eles querem mesmo incentivar uma transformação do hospede. No Japão é mais comercial, parece que querem mais o $

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Logan

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was one of THE best experiences I have ever had in all of my travels, including the two weeks in Japan. I struggled to decide which temple lodging to choose in Koyasan, and I am so glad I went with Joki-in. The check-in experience was wonderful, welcoming and helpful staff. They tour you through the entire property and help you adjust to temple life. Our room was bigger than every hotel we stayed in in Japan and a private bathroom (most the other temples do not have this) - sold!!! The garden, and bath, were so relaxing to enjoy. I actually had the bath to myself! The location is superb and the curfew is 10pm, which is great since most temples in Koyasan are 9pm! I found the food to be delicious and unique and sleeping on the floor extremely comfortable! I loved everything about this, just wish we could have done 2 nights here (but the price didn't allow for that!) If you aren't sure which temple to choose, choose this one!

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Alison

27 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A superb overnight stay in this lovely temple lodging. The food was fantastic, as was the care shown to us by the staff. A unique experience which we’ll treasure.

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sin po

6 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,363 nights

野食唔夠熱，好快凍暖爐唔夠熱，訓訓下熄左，凍醒左。

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Daniel

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel, the monks attending are really nice, definitely go to the morning ceremony, it is worth it. This is near everything and very centric to all the landmarks nearby. The "beds" are pretty hard since its traditional, but its manageable for a night or two. Meals were really good, definitely don't skip them and take the chance to eat traditional monk meals.

10

Julie

18 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely wonderful stay. The food was amazing, the staff was so kind and helpful and the area around Koyasan was beautiful. It was one of our favorite places to visit.

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