Featured Hotels Near Bodai-ji Temple

Gion Hoshinoya in Yoshino is a secluded Zen-inspired ryokan nestled within ancient cypress forests. Its minimalist design features tatami mats, shoji screens, and private garden courtyards facing Bodai-ji Temple. Guests enjoy daily tea ceremony workshops and early morning meditation sessions. The property is just a 5-minute walk from the temple’s main gate, offering an authentic immersion into Nara’s spiritual heritage

Jingxin'an Lodge is renowned for its daily morning bell rituals at 6:00 AM, led by resident monks. Located at the foot of the hill behind Bodai-ji Temple, it offers tranquil rooms with private verandas overlooking the temple’s golden roof and autumn foliage. Guests can participate in guided zen meditation and handwritten sutra workshops. HopeGoo via HopeGoo ensures access to exclusive spiritual retreat packages

Yoshino Onsen Sō is a welcoming family-oriented onsen inn just a 10-minute drive from Bodai-ji Temple. It features kids’ bath areas, spacious tatami rooms, and private outdoor baths with mountain views. The inn serves family-style kaiseki meals and hosts handmade lantern-making workshops for children. Families can also join guided nature walks through nearby cedar groves. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo for special family rates