Kongo Sanmaiin vs Hostel inn Hashimoto Kongo Sanmaiin vs Hostel inn Hashimoto
Overview
Kongo Sanmaiin
Kongo Sanmaiin
Hostel inn Hashimoto
Hostel inn HashimotoLive Price Comparison
| Site | Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin | Hostel inn Hash... Hostel inn Hashimoto |
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| Agoda | Checking | Checking |
| Booking.com | Checking | Checking |
| Expedia | Checking | Checking |
| Trip.com | Checking | Checking |
| 라쿠텐트래블 | Checking | Checking |
Rating Comparison by Booking Site
| Site | Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin | Hostel inn Hash... Hostel inn Hashimoto |
|---|---|---|
| Agoda |
8.1
(340)
|
8.8
(173)
|
| Booking.com |
8.3
(220)
|
8.8
(142)
|
| Expedia |
8.2
(34)
|
-
|
| Trip.com |
8.2
(27)
|
-
|
| Overall Average |
8.2
(621)
|
8.3
(315)
|
Strengths & Weaknesses
| Kongo Sanmaiin Kongo Sanmaiin | Hostel inn Hashimoto Hostel inn Hashimoto |
|---|---|
| Strengths | Strengths |
| + Morning prayer ceremony participation is impressive with English guides provided | + Many reviews praise the owners' kindness and helpfulness |
| + Traditional Japanese rooms are spacious with great garden-view balconies, repeatedly praised | + Rooms are clean and beds comfortable, repeatedly mentioned |
| + Vegetarian dinner and breakfast are tasty and a special experience | + 2-3 min walk to Hashimoto Station, convenient for Koyasan access |
| + Onsen, clean facilities, and serene temple location are highlights | + Delicious breakfast and variety of coffee/tea noted in reviews |
| Weaknesses | Weaknesses |
| - Check-in can be confusing with limited English communication | - Cigarette smell in non-smoking rooms complained about |
| - Rice pillows and floor-seating meals uncomfortable for some | - Single rooms cramped with lots of luggage noted |
| - Disappointment from smaller rooms than requested | - No elevator, inconvenient for bags on 2nd floor |
Recommended For
Cultural explorers
Couples
Solo travelers
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Recommended For
Solo travelers
Couples
Koyasan day-trippers
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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.
Hostel inn Hashimoto
Hostel inn HashimotoEverything amazing -- inform host arrival time ahead.
Great location, clean, comfortable.
Owners kind/helpful, ideal location for Koyasan, clean/comfy room.
Best Japanese breakfast, lovely owners, near station.
Super clean, all items, comfy bed, lovely owners.
Single room small for bulky luggage, no elevator 2nd floor
Location Comparison
Distance: 12.3km
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