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Gyokuzoin

★★ Shigisan 2280, Heguri, JP

9.2 guest rating· 739 reviews

About this hotel

Hot Public Bath and Traditional Japanese Rooms

The Gyokuzoin Temple offers a serene stay in Mount Shigisan, featuring a hot public bath and traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami floors and futon bedding.

Cultural Experiences and Sightseeing

Guests can immerse themselves in the tranquil temple environment, enjoy sightseeing in the area, and then relax in the spacious hot bath, offering a perfect blend of cultural experiences and relaxation.

Local Cuisine and Nearby Attractions

Indulge in Japanese dishes made from local specialties either in your room or at the banquet hall. With the Shigisan Onsen Hot Spring a short walk away and Horyu-ji Temple a quick drive, Gyokuzoin is the ideal base for exploring the area.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Gyokuzoin Temple, where tradition meets comfort.

Rooms & rates

Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 2× Futon Mat

  • Private bathroom

Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Safety deposit box
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Electric kettle

Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 3 · 33 m² · 2× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Safety deposit box
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Electric kettle

Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · 3× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Safety deposit box
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Electric kettle

Japanese-Style Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 5 · 49 m² · 4× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Safety deposit box
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Electric kettle

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fax/photocopying
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  • Fire extinguishers
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Kid meals
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Public Bath
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Vending machine - drinks

Location

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Shigisan 2280, Heguri, JP

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.2739 reviews

+ Unique experience+ Delicious food+ Kind staffInadequate communicationRoom issues
Cleanliness8.3
Service9.3
Location9.8
Room Quality8.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.3

Das Erleben und Teilnehmen an der Klosteratmosphäre hoch oben in den Bergen war einzigartig.

10.0

Besondere spirituelle und charismatische Atmosphäre, sogar an einzelnen religiösen Ritualen und Zeremonien durften wir teilnehmen. Traumhafte Lage in den Bergen.

Es blieben keine offenen Wünsche.

Kathrin · DE · 2026-07-25

Guest review

8.0

El entorno es precioso

No es sencillo llegar

Carlos · ES · 2026-07-21

Un templo maravilloso, el mejor alojamiento de mi viaje

10.0

El lugar es mágico, es de cuento. La habitación tradicional , con el tatami preciosa. El personal super atento. Los baños onsen incluidos muy limpios y agradables, la cena espectacular, el desayuno muy bueno pero muy tradicional. Poder visitar el templo desde el alojamiento cuando ya no hay nadie es una maravilla. Nos ha encantado el lugar.

La única pega es llegar a alojamiento con el transporte público, en nuestro caso desde Osaka, tren y luego bus, pero no es complicado. Luego esta bien situado para ir a Nara.

Simon · ES · 2026-07-07

IMPRESIONANTE. SITIO AL QUE HAY QUE IR

10.0

Lo diferente de este sitio. Toda una experiencia pasar una noche en Gyokuzoin. Instalaciones excelentes y la atención del personal maravillosa. Una experiencia única e inolvidable y totalmente recomendable.

Me gustó todo

GONZALO · ES · 2026-07-06

Guest review

10.0

The territory is beautiful, you can walk around the forest, temples and just enjoy and relax. The room was very big, with some tea to enjoy. The onsen is quite spacious. The food was absolutely delicious, both dinner and breakfast. Fire ceremony worth getting up at 5:00.

I liked everything, maybe one point is that it felt a bit touristy, as there was a price tag on everything, but still I would definitely recommend to stay there for one night.

Alina · AT · 2026-06-30

Good to know

Guests using a car navigation system are advised to search for Shigisan Kanko Hotel instead of the property name Gyokuzoin to locate the property. The property's parking is located close to Shigisan Kanko Hotel.

Please note that there is no train to Shigisanguchi Station after 18:00. Please go to JR Oji Station, which is a 15-minute taxi ride from the property. If you are traveling from Nara, Osaka or Kyoto areas, JR Oji Station is the most convenient station to reach the property.

The hotel has a curfew at 22:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the hotel after this time.

The bath house is open until 22:00. Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.

To eat breakfast and/or dinner at the property, a reservation must be made in advance. (Charges apply)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

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Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs JPY 500 per day.