Gyokuzoin
636-0923 Nara, Heguri, Shigisan 2280, Japan – Excellent location - show map
It's absolutely gorgeous. I was welcomed by the monks who were incredibly friendly and spoke amazing English. They explained everything and explained about rituals that will take place we can watch. Walking around the temple at night was magical. The dinner and breakfast they served were amazing as well.
United Kingdom
The accommodation facility of Gyokuzoin Temple features a hot public bath. The hotel is located in Mount Shigisan and houses a souvenir shop and drinks vending machines. Parking is available at extra charge. WiFi is available in all guest rooms. Basic Japanese-style rooms overlook the temple compound, and feature a tatami (woven mat) floor, on which traditional futon bedding is spread to sleep in. They are fitted with air conditioning and a safe. Guests at Gyokuzoin can experience the tranquil temple environment, or they can go sightseeing and afterwards slowly unwind in the spacious hot bath. Japanese dishes featuring local specialities are served at the guest room or in the banquet hall. For dinner, guests can choose from a traditional multi-course meal or traditional vegetarian dishes. Gyokuzoin is a 4-minute walk from the Shigisan Onsen Hot Spring and a 15-minute drive from Horyu-ji Temple. JR Oji Station is a 15-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Private parking
Property highlights
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Private parking available on-site
Public Bath
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John
United Kingdom“It's absolutely gorgeous. I was welcomed by the monks who were incredibly friendly and spoke amazing English. They explained everything and explained about rituals that will take place we can watch. Walking around the temple at night was magical....”
Paul United Kingdom“Great location. Fire ceremony was amazing. Nice location to be in. Definitely recommend a visit.”- Claudia
Mexico“A very comfortable, cozy traditional place staff were marvellous, food delicious I'm gluten allergic, they handled perfectly Also I added a meditation sesion and was amazing”
Host Information
Property surroundings
Facilities of GyokuzoinGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Private parking
- Garden
- Temporary art galleries
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Valet parking
- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Safety deposit box
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Non-smoking rooms
- Public Bath
- German
- English
- Japanese
Property practice
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 05:00
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to JPY 15000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
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 travelling 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)
Guests with a dinner-inclusive plan must notify the property of their preference between a traditional multi-course meal and a traditional vegetarian meal in the Special Request box at time of booking. If the property is not notified, the vegetarian meal will be served.
Please note that the closest restaurant is a 20-minute drive away.
Please inform Gyokuzoin in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests must check in by 18:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ¥15,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
FAQs about Gyokuzoin
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Gyokuzoin is 2.5 miles from the centre of Heguri. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, Gyokuzoin is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Room options at Gyokuzoin include:
- Twin
- Triple
- Single
- Quadruple
- Twin/Double
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Check-in at Gyokuzoin is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The prices at Gyokuzoin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Gyokuzoin offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Temporary art galleries
- Public Bath
