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J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse

Hongu

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse is situated in Hongu, a 10-minute drive away or a 70-minute walk on the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route from Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine.

Y
Yalcin Onder
From
Turkey
Over 60 countries more than 300 cities i can say this is one of the top three hostels i've ever stayed. - everything is well organized - very clean - comfortable sleeping capsul (not a regular bunk) - a spacious kitchen with everything you need - nice and helpful staff - good facilities with reasonable prices - plus three onsens for relaxing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,000 reviews
Price from
US$54.10
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House Takiyoshi

Hongu

Situated in Hongu, 14 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 21 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art, Guest House Takiyoshi offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

L
LINDA
From
Switzerland
The family running this guest house was so welcoming and made our stay an absolute pleasure. Delicious food (dinner and breakfast) and great facilities (incl. onsen) in a beautiful natural environment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$188.86
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Okagesan

Hongu

Boasting garden views, Guesthouse Okagesan provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 19 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

N
Niels
From
Netherlands
The owner is really kind! The place is really big, super nice and has everything we needed and more. The location was perfect in between the hikes we did. The restaurant of the owner is the perfect place to eat at Night! Really cosy place in a nice little village.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews
Price from
US$103.04
1 night, 2 adults

Yunominesou

Hongu

Offering tranquil outdoor hot-spring baths with nature views, a Nakai-san personal attendant, karaoke, massages and sumptuous Kaiseki dinners, Yunominesou is a 10-minute walk from Tsuboyu hot spring,...

P
Petr
From
Czech Republic
The hotel is a great base to explore Kumano Kodo. Location is excellent - at the heart of Kumano Kodo, near Hongu, right on the main bus line, great for hikes. The hotel has very nice Japanese style family rooms, with great views of nature. Dinner (kaiseki - tasting style) was fantastic and very good value for money. Breakfast also rich (you can choose Japanese and western). Bonus - the hotel also has own "onsen" - Japanese hot bath, including two private family rooms and two big open air bath. Using the onsen is included in the room price. Moreover, staff is very helpful, speak solid English and will take you to with a shuttle to a better bust stop for the ride to the Kumano Kodo trek.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews
Price from
US$143.62
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Trailhead

Hongucho Hongu, Hongu

Situated in Hongu, Guesthouse Trailhead is a recently renovated accommodation, 22 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art and 24 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum.

M
MEI TYIN
From
Malaysia
The host is very responsive, replying messages promptly and she speaks very good English so we have zero issues for checking-in ! Alya the host completed the dual pilgrimage and I guess from there she understand the need of travellers. We love the place, feel like home after our long hours of hiking journey. The place is very very clean, bonus is they provide the laundry & drying machines, and provided some snacks for us to eat those are very sweet gestures.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Price from
US$141.68
1 night, 2 adults

Villa KUMANO

Hongucho Hongu, Hongu

Offering mountain views, Villa KUMANO is an accommodation situated in Hongu, 22 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art and 24 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum.

A
Adam
From
United Kingdom
Absolutely gorgeous house, spotless clean, yet a “lived in” family house all possible amenities, appliances and utensils. The pictures are correct - you have your own view of the largest torii in Japan, presiding over rice fields. In the centre of Hongu, close to a few local eateries and 300mm from the visitor centre, bus stop and on the crossroads of the Kumano trails. We were concerned that there would ne noise from the adjacent road but the town is so quaint that that wasn’t not the case at all. We have spent two weeks travelling Japan with family and this was hands down the best place and we all regretted we didn’t stay longer. Thoroughly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
Price from
US$312.99
1 night, 2 adults

ゲストハウス Rei

Hongucho Hongu, Hongu

Featuring garden views, ゲストハウス Rei provides accommodation with free bikes and a terrace, around 23 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

C
CHIA-JU
From
Netherlands
A very traditional Japanese house. We enjoyed the whole house. The house was clean and the staff was nice and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$109.48
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Yui

Hongucho Hongu, Hongu

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Guesthouse Yui is situated in Hongu, 8.5 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 23 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

L
Lilian
From
Germany
It was really lovely; the host is kind, it is really clean, well organized and spacious. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews
Price from
US$78.57
1 night, 2 adults

Ryokan Adumaya

Hongu

Set in Hongu and only 14 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Ryokan Adumaya offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

P
Peter
From
Australia
Outstanding breakfast and dinner. Lovely room and amazing staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews
Price from
US$255.03
1 night, 2 adults

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri

Hongu

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri features a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 13 km of Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 20 km of Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

J
Jessica
From
Australia
Amazing public and private onsen. Beautiful and clean room. Kind and friendly staff. Would highly recommend staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$262.76
1 night, 2 adults
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Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Hongu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

Situated just 12 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Watarase Onsen Hotel Sasayuri offers accommodation in Hongu with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a lift.

From US$432.78 per night

Kawayu Onsen Fujiya

Hongu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

Boasting various hot spring baths and river views, Kawayu Onsen Fujiya is historic accommodation situated near the Kumano pilgrimage route. Sophisticated Japanese multi-course meals are served.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Set 38 km from Kamikura Shrine, 38 km from Kumano Hayatama Taisha and 39 km from Shingu Castle Ruins Park, Guesthouse Shitanoe - Vacation STAY 73436v offers accommodation situated in Hongu.

From US$104.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Situated in Hongu, Guesthouse Trailhead is a recently renovated accommodation, 22 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art and 24 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum.

Villa KUMANO

Hongu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Offering mountain views, Villa KUMANO is an accommodation situated in Hongu, 22 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art and 24 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum.

Ryokan Adumaya

Hongu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews

Set in Hongu and only 14 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Ryokan Adumaya offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

Situated in Hongu, 14 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 21 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art, Guest House Takiyoshi offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

Guesthouse Okagesan

Hongu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Boasting garden views, Guesthouse Okagesan provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 19 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

From US$103.04 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Hongu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Private GUEST HOUSE SOLA near Hongu is set in Tanabe, 22 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art and 24 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews

Located in Kumano Kodo, Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya offers both Japanese and Western-style rooms. On-site parking and bicycle rental are available free of charge.

From US$226.69 per night

Minshuku Sumiya

Tanabe
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews

Located in Tanabe, 12 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Minshuku Sumiya offers accommodation with a public bath.

From US$135.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,051 reviews

Sansuikan Kawayu Matsuya is situated just a 2-minute walk away from Kawayu Onsen bus stop.

From US$64.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Offering a garden and quiet street view, 熊野の恵みハウス is situated in Hagi, 27 km from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum and 37 km from Kamikura Shrine.

農家民宿茶の香

Hagi
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Set within 6.2 km of Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 26 km of Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art, 農家民宿茶の香 features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Hagi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

SUNNY HOUSE - Vacation STAY 54551v is located in Hagi, 38 km from Kamikura Shrine, 39 km from Kumano Hayatama Taisha, and 39 km from Shingu Castle Ruins Park.

From US$156.88 per night

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Kumano Backpackers

Tanabe
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews

Located in Tanabe, 7.9 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Kumano Backpackers provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

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Avg. price/night: US$226.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
Nice place to stay in Oyunohara area, friendly staffs, clean room with beautiful river view
Guest review by
Oath's staying
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$262.76
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
The location and room were great.
Guest review by
Adam
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
Location, meals were lovely, very helpful staff, digging our own onsens in the river was fun
Guest review by
Deborah
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$226.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
Very good breakfast . Location is convenient to reach public bus
Guest review by
Tsung Cheng
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$148.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
The place has an excellent location directly in front of a thermal river where you can soak until 10pm. The actual facility is a bit dated but it has two private onsen that you can use when they are free - this was very nice. Breakfast was ok. Would recommend if in the area.
Guest review by
Samo Tamse
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$64.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,051 reviews
Great location for going to the natural onsen in the river. It was nice to be able to do laundry for free
Guest review by
Jeanelle
Group
Avg. price/night: US$77.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews
Good sized room, good location close to sights and onsen. Can see Torii from room. Owner is very helpful and friendly
Guest review by
Faith
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$148.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Incredibly good value. Lovely family who run it, who helped massively on when the bus times were. Ideal location next to the river hot springs. Breakfast was very tasty and the dinner was great too. Favourite place I stayed at during my two week trip to Japan. Shared bathrooms was basically like a private bathroom as only a few rooms.
Guest review by
Dominic
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$226.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
Location is uniqe and the onsen outside is divine, the whole hotel has its own traditional vibe. rooms are really big and comfortable. Breakfast and dinner had a lot of variety and was good. The staff was really really nice and recommended us a trail and we even used their shuttle service. The best part was that we could extend our stay for one more night
Guest review by
Eliza-Marina
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,000 reviews
The location was convenient and quiet, you could hear the stream of water. It was vibrant and full of like-minded backpackers looking after themselves and facilities which stayed clean throughout the stay. The outdoor onsen of the hostel was delightful.
Guest review by
Kira
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,000 reviews
Great location, loved the outdoor onsen, friendly, helpful staff
Guest review by
Michelle
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,000 reviews
Great staff, great location, great people. And 3 private onsen!
Guest review by
Max
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$127
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Location, hidden in the woods Facilities, there is everything you could need to cook, or anything else Check in and check out just per message
Guest review by
Lidia
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,000 reviews
convenient location private onsen helpful staff express service
Guest review by
Shaojun
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$64.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,051 reviews
Clean quiet room, fantastic location with access to onsen facilities next door (with outdoor swim clothing provided) and free shuttle bus to starting point for kumano trail. Clean toilet and good amenities provided. Nice view from room.
Guest review by
a
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
Nice and quite location facing river
Guest review by
Ernest
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$226.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
great value, spacious, comfortable room facing river, delicious buffet dinner and breakfast with wide variety of choices, convenient location
Guest review by
Nikki
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews
nice traditional atmosphere/character of the hotel, delicious dinner and breakfast, good onsen, convenient location (bus stop in front)
Guest review by
Nikki
Group
Avg. price/night: US$97.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Friendly and helpful staff. Scenic location right by the river. Plenty of free parking.
Guest review by
Louis
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$104.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Perfect location at the Kohechi trail. Enough space for the seven of us. Good supermarket nearby. Friendly owner.
Guest review by
Wilfried
Group
Avg. price/night: US$64.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,051 reviews
The location is stunning and the onsen is much needed after a long day hiking
Guest review by
Meike
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Very kind staff who could not do enough for us. Delicious set dinner and breakfast. Clean and comfortable ryokan style room. All in a great location just over the hill from Hongu, next to the oldest natural onsen in Japan.
Guest review by
robert
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$77.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews
The location
Guest review by
Edhi
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
We loved our stay at Takiyoshi. The food, service and location is ideal. We stayed on our 2nd day of walking the Kumano Kodo Trail and it was the tranquil stay we needed. The food was especially amazing, it was always ready on time and so fresh! The breakfast was huge and delicious and set us up for another day of walking the Kumano Kodo Trail. The staff were so attentive and did some lovely little touches that made our stay feel special.
Guest review by
Chloe
Young couple