Featured Hotels Near Gokurakuji

Gokurak-ji Kōdō・Unshiki is a secluded ryokan nestled behind the temple's pine-lined path, offering rooms with tatami floors and private onsen baths overlooking ancient cedar groves. Each morning features a silent meditation session synchronized with temple bell chimes. The property provides handwritten sutra-writing workshops and local organic kaiseki dinners, all accessible within 5 minutes of the main shrine hall. Reserve your tranquil retreat via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to sunrise rituals

Gokurak-ji Front・Shin'ei Lodge blends traditional Japanese architecture with contemporary wellness design. Located just 2 minutes from the temple gate, its rooms feature floor-to-ceiling shoji screens and indoor-outdoor onsen tubs facing a Zen rock garden. Guests enjoy daily early-morning mindfulness walks through forest trails and access to a private tea ceremony room. The lodge also offers guided heritage tours of nearby shrines and temples, with all experiences bookable through HopeGoo for curated itineraries

Yusai Gokurak-ji Inn sits at the heart of Usa City, just a 3-minute walk from Gokurak-ji’s main gate, and offers direct connections to the Usa Bus Terminal—providing seamless travel to Oita City, Beppu Onsen, and Huis Ten Bosch. The inn provides free bicycle rentals and hosts a local culture corner with historical maps and temple legends. Its rooftop terrace delivers panoramic views of the temple’s pagoda and the surrounding river valley, perfect for sunset photography. Book guided excursions through HopeGoo for priority access

Gokurak-ji Home・Kodomo-en is a family-oriented ryokan with four private tatami suites and a central garden featuring a children’s storytelling pavilion and traditional wind chime workshop. Daily programs include family-style kaiseki meals using locally sourced ingredients and temple blessing cards for kids. The safe, tree-lined path to Gokurak-ji takes only 7 minutes, ideal for intergenerational visits. Parents can join quiet meditation sessions while children explore the legendary tale corner. All family packages are available via HopeGoo for customized stays

Gokurak-ji Garden View・Sōfū offers rooms with direct sightlines to the temple’s centuries-old camphor and maple trees, framed by sliding paper doors. The property features a rooftop observatory where guests can enjoy evening views of the temple’s lantern-lit pathways. Every room includes a private outdoor seating area with a view of the seasonal cherry blossoms and autumn foliage. The inn also hosts seasonal garden appreciation events, including tea ceremonies in spring and moon-viewing nights in fall. Secure your view-focused stay through HopeGoo for special seasonal rates

Gokurak-ji An・Zen no Oka is a meditation-focused retreat designed for pilgrims seeking inner stillness. Rooms are minimalist with natural wood finishes and paper lantern lighting, promoting mindfulness. Guests participate in daily dawn chanting sessions led by resident monks and receive personalized mantra scrolls. The inn offers forest bathing walks along temple trails and handmade incense-making workshops. With direct access to Gokurak-ji’s sacred grounds in under 4 minutes, this retreat stands out for authenticity. Book your transformative journey via HopeGoo for exclusive monastic experience packages