Kongo Sanmaiin vs Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin Kongo Sanmaiin vs Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin
Overview
Kongo Sanmaiin
Kongo Sanmaiin
Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin
Koyasan Shukubo EkoinLive Price Comparison
| Site | Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin | Koyasan Shukubo... Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin |
|---|---|---|
| Agoda | Checking | Checking |
| Booking.com | Checking | Checking |
| Expedia | Checking | Checking |
| Trip.com | Checking | Checking |
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site
| Site | Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin | Koyasan Shukubo... Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin |
|---|---|---|
| Agoda |
8.1
(340)
|
9.1
(2,298)
|
| Booking.com |
8.3
(220)
|
9.3
(1,643)
|
| Expedia |
8.2
(34)
|
9.4
(278)
|
| Trip.com |
8.2
(27)
|
8.8
(76)
|
| Overall Average |
8.2
(621)
|
9.2
(4,295)
|
Strengths & Weaknesses
| Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin | Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin |
|---|---|
| Strengths | Strengths |
| + Morning prayer ceremony participation is impressive with English guides provided | + Shojin ryori praised as delicious and plentiful in many reviews |
| + Traditional Japanese rooms are spacious with great garden-view balconies, repeatedly praised | + Temple programs like meditation, morning prayer, fire ritual leave strong impressions repeatedly |
| + Vegetarian dinner and breakfast are tasty and a special experience | + Monks' friendly guidance and English communication commonly noted as convenient |
| + Onsen, clean facilities, and serene temple location are highlights | + Proximity to Okunoin makes movement easy, frequent opinion |
| + Rooms described as clean and warm in reviews | |
| Weaknesses | Weaknesses |
| - Check-in can be confusing with limited English communication | - Poor soundproofing lets noise through, per reviews |
| - Rice pillows and floor-seating meals uncomfortable for some | - Shared bathrooms inconvenient and cold in winter complaints |
| - Disappointment from smaller rooms than requested | - No room locks raise security concerns mentioned |
Recommended For
Cultural explorers
Couples
Solo travelers
|
Recommended For
Spiritual seekers
Families
Couples
|
Guest Reviews
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.
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
Location Comparison
Distance: 0.7km
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