Featured Hotels Near Sankoan

Stay at Imabari Castle View Ryokan, just a 10-minute walk from Sanmō-an Temple. This traditional Japanese inn offers tatami rooms with private onsen baths and panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea. Guests can enjoy morning meditation in the serene garden, followed by a local tea ceremony. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive pilgrim packages, including shuttle service and cultural workshops.

Yes, Sanmō-an Front Ryokan is a hidden gem just 200 meters from the temple. This boutique inn blends Edo-era wooden architecture with modern minimalism. Each room features a private garden terrace overlooking misty mountain views and includes a traditional breakfast with handmade tofu. The host, a local pilgrimage scholar, offers guided storytelling sessions about the Shikoku Route. Reserve through HopeGoo to secure your spot for seasonal tea ceremonies and exclusive guest activities.

Stay at Imabari Kannon Pilgrimage Hub, a unique lodging that doubles as a cultural center. Enjoy daily 6 AM bell rituals and receive personalized pilgrimage maps with historical notes. Rooms feature meditation nooks and wish lantern walls where guests write intentions. Through HopeGoo, you’ll gain access to guided hikes to the 14th and 16th shrines, led by local storytellers who share folk tales and spiritual insights along the route—deepening your connection to the sacred journey.