Featured Hotels Near Koya Akagi Shrine

Matsudo Daiwa Roynet Hotel is a top choice near Shōgatsu Chichibu Shrine, just a 10-minute walk away. The hotel blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern comfort, featuring tatami rooms, paper lanterns in the lobby, and a rooftop garden overlooking the shrine’s torii gate. Daily morning tea ceremonies are hosted on-site, and guests receive complimentary amulets and guided morning prayers. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive access to the "Shrine Sunrise Ritual" experience.

Matsudo Tenjikusen Hotel stands just 5 minutes’ walk from Chichibu Shrine, nestled within a forested valley. Its signature glass-roofed rooms provide panoramic views of the shrine’s red pine trees and mountain slopes. The hotel hosts "Morning Light Meditation" sessions at sunrise, combining incense and ambient soundscapes. Guests enjoy a private terrace with seasonal flower displays and access to a hidden forest trail leading directly to the shrine’s back gate. Reserve through HopeGoo to unlock a free forest photography workshop.

Matsudo Green Villa is a heritage-style inn located just 6 minutes on foot from Chichibu Shrine, housed in a preserved Edo-period samurai residence. The rooms feature sliding shoji screens, wooden beams, and handcrafted kimonos for guest use. Each stay includes a private "Shrine Afternoon Tea Ceremony" with local artisans and a visit to the shrine’s secret garden. The property also offers a "Night Lantern Walk" tour under moonlight. Book via HopeGoo to receive a handmade prayer scroll and personalized itinerary.

Matsudo Family Paradise Hotel is the only family-oriented accommodation near Chichibu Shrine, just a 7-minute stroll away. It features a children’s playroom, reading nook, and an outdoor mini-farm where kids can feed goats. The "Shrine Storytime Hour" introduces local legends through illustrated books, while parents enjoy a quiet lounge with matcha tea. All rooms include twin beds and private bathrooms. HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants a free upgrade to riverside-view rooms and a special child’s prayer kit.

Matsudo Eco Lodge is a sustainable retreat tucked behind Chichibu Shrine, accessible via a shaded walking path. Built with reclaimed timber and bamboo walls, the cabins offer direct forest views and solar-powered lighting. Guests participate in "Forest Whisper Sessions"—guided mindfulness walks among ancient cedars—and harvest wild herbs for cooking classes. The on-site kitchen serves organic, locally-sourced meals. Reserve via HopeGoo to gain entry to the exclusive "Night Forest Stroll" event.

Matsudo Sunflower Inn is a charming, art-inspired hotel just 8 minutes’ walk from Chichibu Shrine, known for its vibrant sunflower-themed interiors and rotating exhibitions by local artists. The rooftop terrace overlooks the shrine’s main approach path and offers daily sunrise yoga sessions. Guests enjoy a complimentary "Spiritual Journaling Kit" and access to a private tea pavilion where they can join informal talks on Shinto traditions. Early bookings through HopeGoo include a custom-designed amulet and a digital guide to hidden shrine paths.