10 Best Hongu Hotels, Japan (From $51)

Hongu – 21 hotels and places to stay

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guest house is located in Hongu, a 10-minute drive away or a 70-minute walk on the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route from Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine.

Silvia

From

Italy

It's very tidy and comfortable. Despite being a dorm, one could have his private box with bed, night table, and locker. I really appreciated the bento box for dinner and lunch box for the day after.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,935 reviews

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$81.82

1 night, 2 adults

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Guest House Takiyoshi

Hongu

Guest House Takiyoshi features a public bath and air-conditioned accommodations with free Wifi in Hongu, 8.6 miles from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine.

Jennifer

From

United States

This hotel is run by the kindest couple, and I’m still thinking about how good dinner and breakfast were. Some of the best meals of my trip! You can also order lunch for the trail. The onsen was wonderful after a long day hiking. Room was on the 3rd floor and very quiet, it was compact and simple, very clean, with everything you might need, including yukatas for dinner and towels for the onsen. Shared toilets and sinks in the hall were never busy; there are two communal showers inside the onsen. I asked about laundry and they took mine and washed it for me within a few hours! The bus stop to Shingu or Hongu was a one-minute walk from the hotel. Yunomine Onsen was such a unique town, I feel lucky to have stayed here and enjoyed such great hospitality!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

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$230.40

1 night, 2 adults

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Guesthouse Okagesan

Hongu

Guesthouse Okagesan offers accommodations in Hongu, 12 miles from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art and 15 miles from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum.

Brooke

From

Canada

The Guest house is right on the river, super full of character. Great spot.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews

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$104.73

1 night, 2 adults

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Yunominesou

Hongu

Offering tranquil outdoor hot-spring baths with nature views, a Nakai-san personal attendant, karaoke, massages and sumptuous Kaiseki dinners, Yunominesou is a 10-minute walk from Tsuboyu hot spring,...

Raul

From

United States

Spectacular service, very clean, excellent Japanese meals with full explanations for foreign guests, very quiet traditional rooms with modern public areas, traditional Onsen (our room had its own toilet but bathing is public in separate male and female baths (this might seem like a big deal to some but we embraced it as rare opportunity to experience a traditional Japanese Ryokan. Stayed here 2 nights to complete the Hongu loop of the Kumano Kodo in one day (traveling to and from the property is possible using reliable and inexpensive public transportation; it will take a day to get there from Tokyo and another day to return). The staff speak excellent English and I can’t say enough about their professionalism and care for their guest’s comfort.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

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$145.97

1 night, 2 adults

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Guesthouse Trailhead

Hongucho Hongu, Hongu

Spacious and Modern

Guest house Trailhead in Hongu offers a spacious, recently renovated holiday home. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Aaron

From

United States

Perfect location with the cozy comforts of home. Well planned and thought-out resources that make your trip to the area even more memorable. For example, we were able to relax, have dinner and watch a movie while doing our laundry after two days of long hikes. The town is a short two block walk, so if you need anything or want to grab dinner it’s all right there. Throughout, the owner was very helpful, communicative and accommodating — much more helpful than most hotels.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

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$144

1 night, 2 adults

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Villa KUMANO

Hongucho Hongu, Hongu

Villa KUMANO is located in Hongu, just 5.2 miles from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 14 miles from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

Hanshu

From

China

The view of this house is stunning, especially on the second floor of bedroom - just looking at Kyotanabe. And the house is spacious and very clean.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

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$298.48

1 night, 2 adults

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Guesthouse Yui

Hongucho Hongu, Hongu

5.3 miles from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Guesthouse Yui offers 2-star accommodations in the Hongucho Hongu district of Hongu.

Heather

From

Canada

clean room, well located, easy to find. surprise rooftop patio!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Excellent - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews

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$79.86

1 night, 2 adults

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Ryokan Adumaya

Hongu

13 miles from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art in Hongu, Ryokan Adumaya offers accommodations with access to a hot spring bath, public bath, and open-air bath.

Liliana

From

United States

Best looking in symione onsen. Near one of the best Kumano Kodo trails. We got our own waiter who introduced meals and made our beds.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Excellent - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews

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$259.20

1 night, 2 adults

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Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri

Hongu

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri features a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 8 miles of Hosshinmon Oji Shrine and 12 miles of Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

JACOB

From

United States

Beautiful location on the river…the private onsen baths were very nice and much larger than expected and were easy to find openings many times in the night and morning. Perfect temperature. The hotel traditional breakfast was excellent. Would definitely recommend and stay again!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very Good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

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$267.06

1 night, 2 adults

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Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya

Kawayu Onsen, Hongu

Located in Kumano Kodo, Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya offers both Japanese and Western-style rooms. On-site parking and bicycle rental are available free of charge.

Clare

From

Australia

This was one of the best hotels I stayed at in the Kumano Koda area. It exceeded my expectations from the moment I arrived. The staff at the front desk were very helpful and went out of their way to assist me with travelling around the area. They have a free shuttle bus to take you to the Hongu shrine town. My room was awesome and the food in the restaurant was fantastic for both dinner and breakfast. The best part was the outdoor onsen overlooking the river and mountains and being able to wear a light wrap in it as it was mixed with males next door. The view was spectacular. Some staff were able to converse in English.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Excellent - What previous guests thought, 804 reviews

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Hotel in Hongu

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Sansuikan Kawayu Matsuya

Hotel in Hongu

Hotel in Hongu

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8

Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Guesthouse Shitanoe - Vacation STAY 73436v is located in Hongu, just 17 miles from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum and 23 miles from Kamikura Shrine.

Cottage Kirihata

Hotel in Tanabe

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Cottage Kirihata is located in Tanabe, just 16 miles from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum and 18 miles from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art.

Best hotels with breakfast in Hongu and nearby

SOLA Guest House

Hotel in Hongucho Hongu, Tanabe

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

14 miles from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art in Tanabe, SOLA Guest House provides accommodations with access to wellness packages.

What Guests Said About Hongu:

8.0

I did not stay in Hongu but spent time there when I stayed...

I did not stay in Hongu but spent time there when I stayed at Yunomine Onsen and visited the Hongu Taisha mae Shrine. It is a small town with some nice restaurants, small shops, and the main bus stop for the area.

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Karen

United States

part of the kumano kodo must do destination !

part of the kumano kodo must do destination ! it is a wonderful location with the shrine, a zen building of the heritage center and the torii gate, which also act as a bus stop too. The bus system is inadequate for so many visitors. I understand it is in a rural part of the Japanese town, but i am sure the bus company can regulate and insert a couple more bus departures during peak time. Surely they would have collected a historical data of peak passengers timing by now since this kumano kodo has been around for so long. So that it can provide a better service for the hikers

Guest review by

leekoon

Singapore

Hongu, Watarase, Kawayu & the surrounding area is hands down...

Hongu, Watarase, Kawayu & the surrounding area is hands down one of THE almighty best in Japan — and Japan has lots of amazing places. it's very easy to spend 3 days or more based out of this area & then driving around to amazing waterfalls, ravines, hot springs, cultural spots, mountain vistas, abandoned elementary school, etc. etc. unbeaten japan can take you there so do not hesitate to reach out.

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lawrence of osaka

Japan

6.0

Hongu is a charming and peaceful destination, perfect for...

Hongu is a charming and peaceful destination, perfect for travelers seeking a quiet retreat. The area is well-known for its historical significance and natural beauty, offering a tranquil escape from busy city life.

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Royston Ng

Singapore

Beautiful farming town, with a few scattered shops to ease...

Beautiful farming town, with a few scattered shops to ease hunger. Local shop owners were accommodating and kind. City tourism center was closed but the bathroom remained open for guests. We were only passing through to Koguchi but it was a charming stop.

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