Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin vs Kongo Sanmaiin Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin vs Kongo Sanmaiin
Overview
Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin
Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin
Kongo Sanmaiin
Kongo SanmaiinLive Price Comparison
| Site | Koyasan Shukubo... Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin | Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin |
|---|---|---|
| Agoda | Checking | Checking |
| Booking.com | Checking | Checking |
| Expedia | Checking | Checking |
| Trip.com | Checking | Checking |
| 라쿠텐트래블 | Checking | Checking |
Rating Comparison by Booking Site
| Site | Koyasan Shukubo... Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin | Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin |
|---|---|---|
| Agoda |
9.1
(2,298)
|
8.1
(340)
|
| Booking.com |
9.3
(1,643)
|
8.3
(220)
|
| Expedia |
9.4
(278)
|
8.2
(34)
|
| Trip.com |
8.8
(76)
|
8.2
(27)
|
| Overall Average |
9.2
(4,295)
|
8.2
(621)
|
Strengths & Weaknesses
| Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin | Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin |
|---|---|
| Strengths | Strengths |
| + Shojin ryori praised as delicious and plentiful in many reviews | + Morning prayer ceremony participation is impressive with English guides provided |
| + Temple programs like meditation, morning prayer, fire ritual leave strong impressions repeatedly | + Traditional Japanese rooms are spacious with great garden-view balconies, repeatedly praised |
| + Monks' friendly guidance and English communication commonly noted as convenient | + Vegetarian dinner and breakfast are tasty and a special experience |
| + Proximity to Okunoin makes movement easy, frequent opinion | + Onsen, clean facilities, and serene temple location are highlights |
| + Rooms described as clean and warm in reviews | |
| Weaknesses | Weaknesses |
| - Poor soundproofing lets noise through, per reviews | - Check-in can be confusing with limited English communication |
| - Shared bathrooms inconvenient and cold in winter complaints | - Rice pillows and floor-seating meals uncomfortable for some |
| - No room locks raise security concerns mentioned | - Disappointment from smaller rooms than requested |
Recommended For
Spiritual seekers
Families
Couples
|
Recommended For
Cultural explorers
Couples
Solo travelers
|
Guest Reviews
Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin
Koyasan Shukubo EkoinWestern bed comfortable with floor heating. Monk fluent in English
Abundant shojin ryori and impressive temple activities
No room lock
Night tour and temple life experience top-notch
Best vegetarian food, unforgettable rituals
Enjoyed meditation and night tour
Kongo Sanmaiin
Kongo SanmaiinImpressive morning prayer and great onsen. Staff kindly guided in English.
World heritage temple stay, spacious room with garden balcony.
Male monks hard to communicate with
Affordable with good dinner/breakfast, full temple stay features.
No hallway heating, small bathroom
Quiet location, spacious Japanese room, satisfied with morning prayer.
No keys
Big clean room, friendly staff, best temple lodge.
Location Comparison
Distance: 0.7km
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