高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple-

Accomodation

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.

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.

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets are not allowed.
Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.

Facilities

Parking, Meeting/banquet facilities, Garden, Terrace, Non-smoking rooms, Laundry, Family rooms, Breakfast in the room, Free parking, Internet services, Safety deposit box, Massage, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hiking, Chapel/shrine, Tour desk, Heating, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, WiFi, Free WiFi, Designated smoking area, Special diet menus (on request), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Parking on site, Private parking, WiFi available in all areas, Public Bath, Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Massage chair, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Breakfast takeaway containers, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available