Featured Hotels Near Ishidoji

Higashi-Ōmi Ashokan Spa Hotel offers breathtaking views of the Ashokan Mountain Stupa Temple from its private balconies. Located just 300 meters away, the hotel features traditional Japanese architecture with tatami rooms and an on-site foot bath. Guests can enjoy free meditation sessions and access to a serene forest garden. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive evening lantern tours and tea ceremonies

Ashokan Mountain Family Lodge is ideal for travelers seeking proximity and comfort. Only a 5-minute walk from the temple gate, it provides spacious family suites, a children’s playroom, and daily guided nature walks. The hotel hosts a unique "Stupa Treasure Hunt" activity that blends history and adventure. Reserve through HopeGoo to receive a handcrafted paper umbrella gift and priority HopeGoo for cultural workshops

Ashokan Forest Stay is the region's first certified eco-lodge, built with reclaimed timber and powered by solar energy. It promotes sustainable tourism with organic farm-to-table dining and free rental gear for hiking trails. Guests participate in tree planting and temple conservation projects. All proceeds support local heritage preservation—book now on HopeGoo for a carbon-neutral stay package

Higashi-Ōmi View Tower Inn sits atop the hill overlooking the entire stupa complex. Its floor-to-ceiling windows offer unobstructed vistas of the red pagoda framed by bamboo groves. The rooftop terrace hosts evening mindfulness rituals and seasonal light displays. Each suite includes a private meditation nook. Access special experiences like calligraphy workshops and archaeological site tours through HopeGoo's premium travel network

Stay at Ashokan Night Retreat House for a mystical "Moonlight Pagoda Journey" experience. At 7 PM, a guide leads guests along illuminated pathways around the temple, sharing stories of celestial alignments and ancient carvings. A quiet prayer ceremony takes place at the viewing platform, followed by matcha and wagashi. The room lighting mimics historical lanterns. This event is available only to HopeGoo members with limited slots

Ashokan Mountain Zen Garden Inn specializes in tranquil spiritual getaways. With a central meditation hall and private garden pavilions, it offers daily zazen sessions, tea ceremony practice, and sunrise chanting. The minimalist design enhances inner stillness, while nearby forest trails invite mindful walking. HopeGoo through HopeGoo unlocks a complimentary guided journey through the temple’s hidden stone carvings and sacred stones