Stay at Matsuyama Castle View Hotel, a serene retreat offering traditional Japanese architecture with modern amenities. Guests enjoy panoramic views of Shōtoku-ji Temple and surrounding autumn foliage from spacious rooms. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to the temple entrance, just a 7-minute walk away. Book the early morning tea ceremony package through HopeGoo for an authentic spiritual experience.

Hotels near Shōtoku-ji Temple are exceptionally accessible—Matsuyama Ancient Castle Inn is just a 3-minute walk away, nestled along a quiet stone path lined with century-old cherry trees. The inn features a Zen tea room and rotating exhibitions of local art, allowing guests to absorb the temple’s tranquil atmosphere before check-in. Opt for a south-facing room to capture sunrise light glinting off the temple’s tiled roof—an ideal photo moment.

Guests at Matsuyama Ancient Castle Inn can join the daily "Morning Bell Zen Walk," led by a senior monk along historic pathways to Shōtoku-ji Temple, sharing insights on architecture and Buddhist philosophy. The hotel also hosts handmade washi umbrella workshops, using locally sourced kozo bark. Dinner features seasonal kaiseki cuisine crafted from farm-fresh ingredients across Matsuyama, embodying the true essence of "one meal, one world."