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J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse, hotel in Hongu

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.

This was a wonderful stop during our hike of the Kumano Kodo. We especially enjoyed the private onsen the hotel has. The tatami room was spacious and comfortable and all of the shared shower and bathroom areas were very clean. We also enjoyed eating meals in the common area with other guests. They are also located close to a bus stop which made it easy to start our day The hotel also provided a nice breakfast (congee) and bentos for lunch. All delivered promptly.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
1,062 reviews
Price from$71.95per night
Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya, hotel in Hongu

Boasting beautiful open-air baths facing Ohto River, Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya offers both Japanese and Western-style rooms.

Great big hotel with an old fashion style. A little dated in decor but charming. It’s in the middle of the mountains so you can’t expect the same level of design and modernity as a city hotel. The age of the hotel was more than made up by the helpful and friendly staff.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
381 reviews
Price from$129.19per night
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya, hotel in Hongu

Boasting various hot spring baths and river views, Kawayu Onsen Fujiya is historic accommodations located near the Kumano pilgrimage route. Sophisticated Japanese multi-course meals are served.

Meals were wonderful and the Onsen was nice.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
301 reviews
Price from$296.96per night
Guesthouse Okagesan, hotel in Hongu

Guest house Okagesan is a holiday home located in Hongu, Wakayama. There are 2 Japanese-style rooms, a living room, kitchen, bathroom and toilet in the property.

The Guest house is right on the river, super full of character. Great spot.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
118 reviews
Price from$91.57per night
Watarase Onsen Hotel Sasayuri, hotel in Hongu

Watarase Onsen Hotel Sasayuri offers accommodations in Hongu. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

The onsen! There were 3 onsen options: 1. Big thermal baths inside the main hotel building 2. Small external private baths in the main hotel building 3. Big natural thermal bath in the other side of the river I think the external private baths were a very welcome luxury. The location was isolated which is what we were looking for, very relaxing. The view from the rooms was like a painting and the river side and bridge were beautiful when surrounded by pink flowers. Breakfast was quite complete and tasty, it was never the same. The service was very attentive, without us asking they accompanied us after the check out to offer taking a picture of us on the nice bridge.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
32 reviews
Price from$252.48per night
Ashita no Mori, hotel in Hongu

Located in lush nature, Ashita-no-Mori features hot spring baths, a Western restaurant and comfortable rooms boasting river views and sofas.

Excellent food/facility. We were treated like friends by all the staff. Awesome location with an onsen in the river. I can't recommend this place any more highly.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
217 reviews
Price from$128.20per night
Villa KUMANO, hotel in Hongu

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

Superb location. Charming house. Nice space. Good kitchen. Host very helpful.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
19 reviews
Price from$251.47per night
Guest House Takiyoshi, hotel in Hongu

Guest House Takiyoshi in Hongu features accommodations with free Wifi 8.6 miles from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, 13 miles from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art, and 16 miles from Kumanoshi Kiwakozan...

Great team at Takiyoshi! Loved the experience. Appreciate the effort to prepare a special dish for a birthday celebration. Food was excellent! Thank you very much!
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
33 reviews
Price from$210.96per night
Guesthouse Yui, hotel in Hongu

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

Location & Staff
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
312 reviews
Price from$71.95per night
Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri, hotel in Hongu

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri is located in Hongu, 25 mi from Shirahama. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Each room at this ryokan is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV.

Nice hotel and amazing Food
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
78 reviews
Price from$194.92per night
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What Guests Said About Hongu:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    There's so much beauty and serenity in visiting this area.

    There's so much beauty and serenity in visiting this area. It was relatively quiet during the early winter season but perfect hiking conditions. Food / meal areas were a little sparse and not as exciting but invigorating to experience the pilgramage walk.
    B
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    It's the heart of the Kumano Kodo.

    It's the heart of the Kumano Kodo. There are numerous beautiful trails and trains in the area. The mountains and rivers surrounding it are fantastic. I have lived in Japan for 35 years and find this one of the nicer areas to experience beautiful Japanese Fall.
    PaseoHiker
    Japan
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    This is a beautiful part of Japan.

    This is a beautiful part of Japan. We lived in Japan but had never been to this area. Full of walkers. We are not walkers but easily did a full day on the Kuman Kodo. We easily moved around by bus . They are not frequent so pay attention to the timetable Wonderful onsen baths. Lovely walks Koyasan was revelation and we regretted not staying longer We cancelled Taiji when we realised that is where they capture and slaughter dolphins
    David
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We arrived in Kuwaya Onsen from Tanabe early in the...

    We arrived in Kuwaya Onsen from Tanabe early in the afternoon so had time to rest and visit the river. The next day we walked the Kumano Kodo trail from Ukegawa to Koguchi (13km, ca 4-5 hrs). A very beautif hike with a few climbs. Plan your trip well as there a few busses from/to Ukegawa and Koguchi. Make sure to bring enough water and a lunch as you cannot buy it on the way. Wonderful experience!
    Hilde
    Netherlands
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Fascinating, I had not intended to spend four days in one...

    Fascinating, I had not intended to spend four days in one location when I came here. The temples are magnificent and the cultural heritage centre kept me reading for some time. A beautiful walk up the hill to an Onsen where I enjoyed the medicine bath, and caught the bus back to my Onsen. I hired a car in Shingu and travelled the coast road to the light house and the pearl diving museum and back up to Kii Tenabe and back to my Onsen. Wonderful coffee at the cafe Sei in Hongu. Enjoyed their gallery upstairs, and the glass and pottery shop. And did I mention the coffee.
    Suzanne
    New Zealand