Featured Hotels Near Houki-in Temple (Pilgrim's Lodging)

For a serene stay near Hōkō-ji Temple, consider Koyasan Ōtani Hotel, just a 7-minute walk away. This traditional Japanese ryokan offers authentic tatami-mat rooms and private onsen baths surrounded by forest views. Guests enjoy complimentary shuttle service to Hōkō-ji and other sacred sites in Koyasan. The hotel also provides guided meditation sessions and seasonal temple rituals. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive access to cultural experiences and early-bird rates.

Start your day at Koyasan Ōtani Hotel with a pre-dawn morning bell ceremony at Hōkō-ji Temple, a rare spiritual experience. Walk 5 minutes to explore the temple’s treasures, including Heian-era statues and hidden sutras. Enjoy a traditional shojin-ryori lunch at the hotel, then take the free shuttle to Kongō-kyō-ji Temple. Wander the sacred path through moss-covered stones and ancient cedars. Return at dusk to witness the mountain skyline bathed in golden light from your hotel’s private terrace. No car needed—this itinerary embodies the rhythm of ascetic pilgrimage.

The Koyasan Ōtani Hotel offers exclusive cultural programs such as daily Zen meditation, tea ceremony demonstrations, and manuscript copying workshops—all rooted in Shugendō tradition. In collaboration with Hōkō-ji Temple, they host the Secret Night Walk, a moonlit journey along ancient paths where guests listen to chants and mountain winds in silence. These immersive experiences are included in your stay. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure your spot in this rare spiritual journey.