Sojiin, located in the center of Mt. Koya, is a Japanese-style accommodations in a Buddhist temple located to the west of Sohonzan Kongobu-ji and in front of Danjo Garan. For dinner and breakfast, we offer gluten-free vegetarian cuisine. Sojiin is 26 mi from Sakai. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 25 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Public Bath


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
6 futon beds
5 futon beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mark
    Israel Israel
    The meals were unique and delicious, the staff attentive and the whole property simply beautiful.
  • Ted
    United States of America United States of America
    We were greeted very cordially when we arrived and property is beautiful. We booked a private bath and the two rooms were very large. It was like a guest house separate from everyone else. The dining was very very good and we enjoyed the food and...
  • Shannon
    United States of America United States of America
    Such an incredible experience for our family. The food was absolutely amazing, the Onsen was an evening favorite, the meditation was so very special. We will be back again. I cannot recommend this experience enough

Area info

Amenities of Sojiin
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Chapel/Shrine
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Public Bath
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

Sojiin takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 9:00 PM and 5:30 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property is pilgrims' lodgings in a temple. It's not a regular hotel, inn or guest house.

Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Halal food is available upon request.

Guests who wish to have a meal at the property must make a request directly to the property by 13:00 on their day of arrival.

Meals served at the property are all vegan and do not contain eggs or meat.

Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking, as child rates are applicable. Please specify how many children will be staying with you and their respective ages in the special request box.

Guests must check in by 17:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

FAQs about Sojiin

  • Guests staying at Sojiin can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free

  • Yes, Sojiin is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Sojiin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Sojiin offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Public Bath

  • Check-in at Sojiin is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Sojiin include:

    • Quad
    • Family

  • Sojiin is 1,150 feet from the center of Koyasan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.