Houtouji Temple vs Chikurin-in Gunpoen Ryokan

Same City · Yoshino Distance: 4.4km
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Houtouji Temple

★★ 2-Star
8.9 33
Yoshino
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Chikurin-in Gunpoen Ryokan

★★★★ 4-Star
8.5 74
Yoshino
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
9.0 (192)
8.3 (96)
Expedia
9.2
8.2 (29)
라쿠텐트래블
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7.7 (5)
Trip.com
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7.4 (15)
Overall Average
8.9 (192)
8.5 (145)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Houtouji Temple Chikurin-in Gunpoen Ryokan
Strengths Strengths
+ Temple family's warm hospitality and station pickup praised repeatedly + Friendly and attentive staff service repeatedly mentioned in reviews
+ Morning prayers and vegetarian meals described as peaceful and delicious + Many praise the beautiful garden and trail views
+ Clean rooms and comfortable bedding relieve fatigue + Hearty and delicious dinner meals commonly satisfied
+ Mountain views and serene atmosphere impressive + Traditional relaxation in onsen and tatami rooms noted
+ Convenient for hiking near Yoshino mountain temples
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Steep mountain path from station tough with heavy luggage - Aged facilities lead to complaints of poor cleaning or remnants from previous guests
- Some reviews note weak soundproofing and noise
- Onsen floors or shower facilities uncomfortable

Recommended For

Solo travelers Couples Nature lovers

Recommended For

Couples Families Solo travelers

Guest Reviews

Houtouji Temple

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Family kind, food fantastic, morning prayer worthwhile

Agoda 9.2 Family with teens

Clean comfy bedding, affordable family rooms

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Station pickup, tasty veggie breakfast, peaceful prayer

Hill tough with luggage

Agoda 8.8 Couple

Morning drop-off to station, kind

Agoda 10.0 Couple

Friendly hosts, lovely stay

Chikurin-in Gunpoen Ryokan

Trip.com 10 Family

Beautiful garden and kind service, thoughtful handling during traffic control

Trip.com 9 Couple

Great location in Nakasenbon, spacious room and shared onsen

Steep stairs inconvenient

Agoda 9.6 Group

Traditional vibe and delicious dinner, welcoming staff

Agoda 10 Couple

Convenient central location, beautiful garden cherry blossoms

Expedia 10 Other

Best traditional ryokan experience, garden and friendly staff

Location Comparison

Distance: 4.4km

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