Nestled close to Karukayado Temple and Koyasan University, Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin offers a serene retreat with a garden, library, and massage spa services. Relax on the terrace or stay connected with in-room WiFi; guests also appreciate laundry facilities, luggage storage, free self-parking and an electric car charging station - previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Electric vehicle charging point
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Garden
Library
Computer station
Front desk safe
Water dispenser
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is AU$438
AU$438
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Room options
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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
2 bathrooms
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
11 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Single Futons
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Superior Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
3 Single Futons
View all photos for Junior Suite, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Junior Suite, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Highlights
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
65 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Single Beds and 4 Single 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
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
50 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons
View all photos for Comfort Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Comfort Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
40 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon
View all photos for Junior Suite, Bathtub, Garden View
Junior Suite, Bathtub, Garden View
Highlights
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
60 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons
View all photos for Luxury Suite, Private Bathroom, Garden View
Luxury Suite, Private Bathroom, Garden View
Highlights
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
100 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Single Beds and 4 Single Futons
View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style)
Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Japanese-Style)
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mount Koyasan. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
35 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Check-out time is 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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Accessibility
Handrails in stairwells
Doorbell and phone notifications
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Slippers
Sleep well
Turndown service
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Policies
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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.
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
Does Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin and nearby?
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin has a picnic area and a garden.
Does Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin like?
Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin is a short 1-minute walk from Kongosanmaiin Temple and 9 minutes' walk from Anyoin Temple.
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Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 Feb 2024
Great place
Agnes
Agnes, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jan 2025
Amazing experience
It was truly an amazing experience. At first please note that this is not a traditional hotel, but a active temple which hosts travellers. My room was traditional room with a tatami floor and shared bathroom. Room and bathroom were both clean and nice. The atmosphere in the temple was calm and quiet throughout my whole stay. Food that was served was amazing. It was also interesting to follow the morning service and the fire ritual.
Jenni
Jenni, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2024
Unforgettable stay - wonderful
Amazing experience- worth the money
Ulrike
Ulrike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Mar 2023
Really great experience, top notch accommodations, a highlight of our visit to Japan!
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 June 2024
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
Chloe, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Nov 2024
Koysan
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.
Isabel
Isabel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Nov 2024
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.
Roma
8/10 Very good
20 July 2024
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.
Elijah
Elijah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2023
Excellent food and service! The ceremony and fire ritual in the morning were extremely interesting. Definitely recommend!
Tuan
Tuan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Aug 2023
Koyasan is a wonderful place to stay a night. Not cheap but absolutely worth to spend the money.
Johannes
Johannes, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec 2023
Temple stay
Fabulous staff/monks
Very attentive.
The meditation, morning prayers, fire cermony and meals were a highlight.
Easy walking around sight seeing areas.
Leanne
Leanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Mar 2024
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.
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2023
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.
Corey
Corey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
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
Randy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2023
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!
Anh Tuan
Anh Tuan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2024
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.
Danilo
Danilo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2024
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.
Louise Charlotte
Louise Charlotte, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2023
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.
Febby
Febby, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2022
Great experience at Ekoin temple. The stay was very clean, food was amazing, learnings were great, and monks were very helpful. Thank you very much.
Thi
Thi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2023
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.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2023
Beautiful temple accommodation
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.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
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!!
🏯🍜🎋📿
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sept 2023
Everything
giovanni
giovanni, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Mar 2024
The temple and the surrounding area are absolutely beautiful! Trying to check in though was a bit of a pain. It took me about 5 tries to finally get the person meeting me at the entrance to understand that I had a reservation and wasn’t just there to take a picture. He kept telling me to come back in the morning. I had to take the paper from his hand and point my name out for everything to get across. The rest of the stay went extremely well however.