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Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin

3.0 star property
Adults-only ryokan in Koya with free parking

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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456, Koyasan, Koya-cho, Koya, Wakayama, 648-0284
  • Place, Kongobuji Temple
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Koyasan University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Muryokoin Temple
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Standard Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Standard Japanese Style Large Family Room with Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Japanese Style Large Family Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Superior Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom, Annex, Garden View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

Superior Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom, Annex, Garden View

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Deluxe Japanese Style Room, Annex, Garden View | Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Japanese Style Room, Annex, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

Standard Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Futons

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Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Deluxe Japanese Style Room, Annex, Garden View

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Room With Private Bathroom-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Japanese-Style Large Family Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 5

Japanese-Style Standard Family Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 5

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 5

Superior Japanese Style Room With Shared Bathroom, Annex, Garden View

  • Sleeps 5

About the neighborhood

Koya

Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin places you within a 5-minute walk of Karukayado Temple and Kongosanmaiin Temple. This 9-room, 3-star ryokan welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a library.

What's nearby

  • Anyoin Temple - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kongobuji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Koyasan University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Muryokoin Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Koyasan Daishi Kyokai - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gokurakubashi station - 25 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪和風らーめん みやま - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪胡麻豆腐濱田屋 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪精進料理 丸万 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪高野山宿坊協会 中央案内所 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪中央食堂 さんぼう - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin

Adults-only ryokan in Koya with free parking
Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin features free WiFi in public areas and a library. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin's 9 rooms provide safes. 32-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in down comforters.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Japanese garden

Spa

  • Public bath open from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 13 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 13 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin Inn
Syukubou Fudouin Inn
Syukubou Fudouin
Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin Koya
Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin Ryokan
Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin Ryokan Koya

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

Located steps from Nyonindo, this ryokan is in Koya, and within a 10-minute walk of Kongobuji Temple and Ichi-no-hashi. You'll also find Jokiin and Koyasan Daishi Kyokai less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan.

Does Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin include a casino?

No, Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this adults-only ryokan include a down comforter and slippers along with a Japanese garden.

Does Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this ryokan.

Does Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin.

Are there connecting rooms at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

The closest major airport to Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin is Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX), which is about 25.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin?

Yes, some accommodations at Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin offer a balcony and may feature garden views.

Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

b

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
tranquility
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS, GUAYNABO

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole Buddhist experience was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were so glad we made it to Koyasan during our Japan adventure. Our stay at the Fudouin was very nice, a very peaceful retreat from the hectic pace of the cities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Guido

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent, but overpriced

Everything was excellent, people are very welcoming, nice and kind. The prayer in the morning is not to be missed. The food is vegan, and it is ok, but surely not the best in Japan. Overall, I think the whole experience is overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite Fudoin being a temple, the accommodations were truly excellent. Both the staff and the monks were extremely pleasant and helpful. It struck a balance of being respectful to the space with luxury. We opted for a garden view room and weren't disappointed. For the small extra cost we got a private toilet and bath, the most space we've had in Japan, and an unbeatable view. We spent more time in the room than expected. The food was great and the dining room and dinner rooms were both beautiful and felt spacious. The 9p curfew was later than many neighboring locations meaning we had time to do the night tour in Okonuin, which was very special. The morning ceremony was also well balanced for westerners. It was in Japanese and English where appropriate and let the audience participate. Koya was lovely and not overcrowded (3rd week of April). Refreshing after coming through the tourist crush in Kyoto. Overall a great place to spend time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique one night only experience. The property is immaculate. The dinner was a wonderful tasting of many things I had never tried, all very good and filling. Breakfast was not as good. The hotel staff was very accommodating and kind. The morning prayer was peaceful and beautiful. The only complaint is the sleeping mats are paper thin and extremely uncomfortable, even after placing one on top of the other with all the blankets it was nearly unbearable. Neith my wife nor I got more than two hours of sleep. It's too bad, because we have slept in other Ryokan style places that were traditional but not painful. For this reason I would advise asking in advance for something better to sleep on.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect experience. Best toilets in Japan. Heaters were very effective. Smoking room has air purifier and heater. Traditional room was satisfactory. People were utterly kind. Public bath is comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience! Our room was beautiful and the hotel is in a great area for walking aroind Koyasan. I used the onsen and had it to myself. Both the dinner and breakfast meals were amazing, as was partaking in the morning prayer
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yeeman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The temple is lovely and the area is rich with history. Dinner and breakfast were delicious and ample. The room was very comfortable for our party of six, with beautiful views, a private bath, and large sitting area. The beds are futons, so they may not be comfortable for those who have back/physical issues. The morning prayer service is a must. The monks and staff were wonderful. A memorable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tsuru

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visit to (modern) Koyasan

Stayed one night at this Shukubo. The place was beautiful - temple, garden, room, surrounding area. My husband is a Vegan, so he was very happy with the meal. However, I found it to be a little dissapointing. Shukubo evolved during the past 20 years, and now catered to foreign visitors. The meal was all vegan, but not the old fashioned Shoshin food, they were too modern and too catered to foregners. The morning service was also modified to suit foreigners. The place has lost its authenticity, along with much, much higher price. We will not be going back to Koyasan again. I liked the old Koyasan in the past.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful and serene! Just lovely! And the dinner was exceptional. Truly delicious! The morning services were a great way to start the day. We loved everything about our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hike to the Okunion Temple. Unfortunately for us it rained on one day so we did not take a hike that we wanted to, but we will need to come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and very low key. I got up early in the morning and wanted a coffee. I went to the front desk and asked if they had coffee and a man directed me to a coffee making machine that was excellent. I wanted a second cup and needed change the man helped me out. Later I went to the morning service and come to find out the man helping was the reverend of the temple! Super nice! Morning service was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, delicious food, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse, New York

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved staying here! Food is excellent, the room is comfortable, and I enjoyed attending the morning service. Koya-San was also a highlight of my two weeks in Japan and my stay at Fudou-in really enhanced that experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience! The food, the room, the morning meditation, it was all exquisite! Highly, highly, recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Louie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Room, service, food, all excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful experience all around. Staff was pleasant and spoke English, and the room was very cozy. The food was phenomenal. I hope to return someday!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience, everything was wonderful from the room, participation in the morning prayer to the dining experience and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jhoana

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful experience!! The room and all of the facilities were exceptionally clean. Dinner and breakfast were delicious. The various flavors, textures, and colors were a real feast for the senses. The morning ceremony was very interesting and meaningful. It started the day off on a very serene note. Koyasan is a very peaceful, sacred, and beautiful place, and Koyasan Syukubou Fudou-in was the perfect place to stay. I will definitely return the next time I visit Japan.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

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