Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin
Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin
About this property
Located in the sacred Koyasan area, Saizenin offers simple accommodation surrounded by mountains and many temples. Originally developed as a lodging for the temples’ pilgrims, it conducts Buddhist services every morning that guests can attend. Nankai Koyasan Train Station is a 15-minute drive away. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room comes with a flat-screen TV and a seating area. A safety deposit box is also provided. The 高野山 宿坊 西禅院 -Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin- features luggage storage and free parking. Kansai International Airport is 40 km away. Nankai Namba Train Station in Osaka is a 2-hour train ride from the proprety. Healthy vegetarian meals are served in the guest room or in the dining room for dinner and breakfast.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Property highlights
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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)
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Free private parking available on-site
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Public Bath
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- J
Singapore“Beautiful and serene temple accommodation with option of private shower and bathroom, amazing shojin ryori dinner. Fantastic location next to Konpon Daito pagoda. Options to attend morning prayers, meditate, copy sutras.” - Helen
Australia“Staying in Koyasan was incredibly special. The temple was incredibly beautiful, and being able to attend morning prayers was an experience I will never forget. The room was traditional - we had a lovely fresh dinner sitting cross-legged in our...” - Cesare
Germany“Large Japanese style room. Structure is a bit cold but rooms were equipped with AC and a gas stove. Rich dinner and breakfast. Well located far from the Main Street.” - Andrea
New Zealand“It was incredible to have the opportunity to stay in a Buddhist temple. The room was absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed the traditional meal and the morning ceremony was very special, a memory that will stay with us forever.” - Susie
United Kingdom“A visit to Koyasan wouldn't be complete without a stay in a monastery and we would highly recommend this as a perfect place to choose. Very convenient location for the major sites. Luxurious it isn't (not that we expected it to be - it is a...” 
Ee Australia“Everything! Koyasan is such a special place. Our one night stay in this temple lodging was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The staff were friendly and so welcoming; it was heartwarming to see young monks working to make this place feel...”- Elizaveta
Russia“A great choice for staying in Koyasan. We loved everything about this place. The staff were very friendly and helped us with everything we needed. We loved the meditation and morning ceremony. The location is great too. The dinner was amazing and...” - Mathilde
Netherlands“Very nice experience, can only recommend. Heating in the room is very nice but bring warm clothing for the rest of the facility. Very good location and good evening meal.” - Emma Australia“Staying at Saizenin was one of the highlights of our trip. The location is right next to the heart of town and temple is absolutely beautiful. Staff and meals were superb. Thank you for having us!”
- George
Romania“The staff was nice and explained us everything that we needed to know.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
- Towels
- Slippers
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linen
View
- View
Outdoors
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWired internet is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
- Public Bath
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that the property is pilgrims' lodgings in a temple. It's not a regular hotel, inn or guesthouse.
Please note that some rooms do not have a lock (a safety deposit box is available in all rooms).
Additional fees may apply for children. If travelling with children, please inform the property of the number and age of children, whether they require extra futon bedding and/or meals, by leaving notes in the Special Request box at the time of booking.
Guests with a dinner-inclusive rate must check in by 17:00 to eat dinner at the property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner
All guests with a room-only rate or breakfast-inclusive rate must check in by 19:00.
The property recommends guests come to Koyasan and to 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.
The property strongly recommends guests book meal-inclusive rates, or to bring own food. Dinner requests on-site cannot be accommodated. Dinner options in the vicinity are limited, and do not offer an English menu.
Guests with food allergies or other dietary restrictions should inform the property in advance.
The property's on-site public bath is open from 16:00-21:00. Specific time may be allocated depending on availability.
