Takayama Tourist Information Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Hida-no-Sato - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Nagoya (NKM-Komaki) - 132 min drive
Nagoya (NGO-Chubu Centrair Intl.) - 170 min drive
Takayama Station - 6 min walk
Hida-Furukawa Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
味蔵天国 - 4 min walk
えん卓 - 2 min walk
弱尊 - 4 min walk
おりじん - 4 min walk
客の家料理 - 4 min walk
About this property
Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji
Located near a train station, Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji is a great choice for a stay in Takayama.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Up to 3 children (aged 3 years old and younger) stay free per registered adult when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking is limited
Off-site parking nearby (JPY 1000 per day; booking required)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Ecotours
Working away
Co-working spaces
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Fan
Slippers
Sleep well
Down duvet
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
4 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Griddle
Toaster oven
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Paper towels
More
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Seasonally adjusted heating fee: JPY 500 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 1000 per day (984 ft away)
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number 岐阜県指定飛保第 76-10
Also known as
TEMPLE HOTEL ZENKO JI
Temple Takayama Zenkoji
TEMPLE HOTEL TAKAYAMA ZENKOJI Takayama
TEMPLE HOTEL TAKAYAMA ZENKOJI Guesthouse
TEMPLE HOTEL TAKAYAMA ZENKOJI Guesthouse Takayama
Frequently asked questions
Does Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of JPY 1000 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji and nearby?
On-site recreation at Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji includes ecotours. Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji also has a garden.
What's the area around Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji like?
Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji is a short 6-minute walk from Takayama Station and 6 minutes' walk from Takayama Jinya.
Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
17 July 2023
The best part of our stay was the bedroom location. We had shakara room which is in the front and most private. There are rooms that have to walk either across the temple for shared bathroom or right next to the bathroom where there may be more noise. Not a fan of the only one bathroom. And water provided would have been nice. Showers have to be scheduled on time board since it is shared. Nice host and clean. Towels need improvement. Quality and quantity.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 March 2023
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 March 2020
We had a lovely stay - we read some reviews that suggested our room would be cold or bright but it was neither. There were heaters in the room and also thick curtains.
Was great to have a fully equipped kitchen in a beautiful setting.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 February 2020
An excellent experience
Beautiful setting in a monastery. We were greeted with tea and shown around. They staff and monks were very friendly and encouraged us to attend the morning ceremony, which we did.
The bedding was Japanese futons with a soft top layer and electric blankets. Hard but acceptable. As should be expected, the monastery is old and not well insulated. The heater was running full blast trying to keep the room at 18. There are no chairs in the room but there is a cosy shared lounge and kitchen. You can make meals and breakfast. Coffee and tea are provided. The bathroom is shared. There are only two for all the guests one with toilet and sink and other with sink, shower and bath (very pretty design - this can be “reserved” for over an hour by rooms). I did have to wait quite a while on one occasion to use the toilet room while people were brushing their teeth etc
Julie
Julie, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 January 2020
Temple Hotel Zenkoji was so much more than I could have ever expected. The staff were super attentive & welcoming, the location was central & extremely walkable, and the experience of staying inside a buddhist temple cannot be matched! Having a kitchen and private soaking tub was an added bonus.
The monk that was staying for a few days even led a ceremony, and there are more activities within the hotel itself.
I woke up every morning in disbelief where I was. While I've been to Japan many times, this was one of the most memorable experiences.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2019
Just a beautiful, peaceful place to stay...wonderful staff, close to all tourist attractions and conveniences. Loved Ramayana!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
11 October 2019
Vacation in Japan
Very unique experience for sure. We stayed during Autumn festival so the rooms with the private bathroom and garden were already booked. But our room was great as well, bedding is warm and comfortable. Sleeping on the floor, no TV or tables. There is A/C, power outlets and wifi though in the room. We didn't have problems using shared bathroom and shower, which you have to sign up for.
We explored the hidden passage under the temple. And enjoyed the Singing Bowl experience. Temple interior is gorgeous and we could see it as much and often as we wanted since our room was just a door apart from it.
Personnel was nice, friendly and helpful.
It's a bit too pricey but it probably was because of the holiday.
Anastasya
Anastasya, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good
10 October 2019
Certainly unique in temple setting. I stayed two nights and there was no service in the room the whole period. I would have appreciated the option of a chair, as well as sitting in the floor. I clearly had not appreciated what the experience would be like.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2019
Quiet and calm setting, relaxing place to stay. Small but adequate kitchen, bath, and sitting areas. My preference was to use the local sentou for bathing, Spa House Yutopia, 5 min walk. Monday -Wed are quite in Takayama, but on weekends the old part of town comes to life. Takayama is walkable from Zenko-ji. Overall, a great place to stay.
ASI
ASI, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 May 2019
We had one of the 2 rooms at the very front of the building, which unfortunately was very loud in the early morning due to traffic and generally people walking past/visiting the temple. The other issue was that there was a large group staying in the other rooms and as our room door was at the entrance hall, upon leaving they were very loud and even blocked our door with their suitcases and bags so we couldn’t get out. Not the temples fault, but maybe a good idea to tell the other guests there is a room directly aside this area before they check in and out? Having said all of this, it’s genuinely a privilege to stay here. The room looked directly at the temple steps once you slid back the doors, the staff were great and the shared facilities were 5 star. If you get get a garden room do it. Still a great stay, but a bit more detail needed if you’re at the front 2 rooms.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 April 2019
The staff are amazingly kind and helpful. Miwa is so charming and kind! She even invited us to join her friends at a local festival, which was the high point of our stay in Takayama.
HelenFeltovich
HelenFeltovich, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 March 2019
Must stay Zenkoji-Ji takayama for a great tradtion
Fabulous stay at Zenkoji-Ji temple , the serenity was peaceful and we were able to cook a meal without any fuss. Great secure location, staff attentive, amenities adequate . Our room was warm and cosy with the addition of electric blankets, soft pillows and fluffy doonas .
Robyn
Robyn, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
6 January 2019
Staying temple was really unique experience. Renovation was done really nicely; traditional rooms were kept in good confition, and modern bathroom and laundry unit etc was installed. Very stykish yet blending well with original units. Quality of amenity was really nice too.
Wir haben ein sehr großzügiges Zimmer gebucht, welches aus drei Räumen sowie privatem Badezimmer mit WC bestand. Wir konnten alle Schiebewände verstellen und die freie Sicht auf den Garten genießen (auch hier ist eine Glasfront mit Schiebetüren, die wir öffnen konnten). Die Zimmer haben Heizkörper, die sehr schnell für Wärme sorgen.
Spannend ist der im Hotel liegende Tempel und die sehr angenehme Ruhe. Für uns war dieses Hotel das Highlight unserer Rundreise. Leider mussten wir einen Tag früher abreisen, weil der Typhoon Hagibis näher kam und wir weiter Richtung Westen wollten, um auf Nummer sicher zu gehen. Wir haben unsere Abreise sehr bedauert.
Noch etwas zum Ort: Die Altstadt ist wunderschön und Richtung Osten gibt es auch einige sehenswerte Tempel. Am Abend findet man tolle Restaurants mit Hida-Rind (Wagyu) in fussläufiger Umgebung. Als Ausgangsort für einen Tagesausflug nach Shirakawa sehr geeignet.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 October 2019
Uniek om in een tempel te overnachten. Zeer vriendelijk personeel. Schoon. In het centrum
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
30 August 2019
Experiencia interesante pero cara
Tiene su gracia alojarse en las instalaciones de un templo, pero el sobreprecio es exclusivamente por eso, ya que por lo demás las instalaciones son regulares. No hay aire acondicionado, la cocina/nevera son compartidas y la recepción funciona de 9 a 21 h.
Miguel Angel
Miguel Angel, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2019
L’accueil était parfait. La chambre flower est superbe. Exceptionnelle vue sur le jardin zen. Très calme. Matelas au sol très confortable. Les lieux invitent au calme et à la tranquillité. Inoubliable.