Name: J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse
Address: 647-1732 Wakayama, Hongu, Yunomine 161, Japan, Japan, Yunomine 161, Japan, Wakayama, 647-1732, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £21 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.1

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse

Wakayama, Hongu, Yunomine 161, Japan, Japan

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Guests who stayed here loved

“Everything was great. An adorable guesthouse with all the needed services and a lovely common room. A very nice private bath also. I think it's the best stay to see Yunomine Onsen and its...”

Ilaria

Italy

“This hostel is perfect for staying one night or even more. The private Onsen is really nice. The Onsen village is unique. Yosuke and his karadabar class was amazing. Highly recommended.”

Eduardo

Spain

“I really liked my stay here. There are three onsens to use for the bath, the staff are really nice, and all the facilities are great. One of the staff even offered a class for fitness massage for...”

United States

“True to the description on the website, it has a very good standard for being a crowded and busy hostel. The crew is friendly and helpful, the private room comfortable in its basic arrangement and...”

Lluis

Norway

“Everything. The bunk beds are in wood boxes so it feels you have your own space and it doesn't squeak when moving. It's spacious enough to have your bag next to the bed. There's everything one...”

Helene

France

“The staff were amazing, and they helped us with several queries. The bento evening meals provided on the Thursday were really good, shame you can't get those other nights. Appreciated that you...”

Deb

New Zealand

“Fabulous location, onsens onsite and excellent communal facilities”

Meena

Australia

“Impressive little onsens. warm rooms. social atmosphere. close to town.”

Lynchy

Australia

“Very friendly and helpful staff, staff is able to speak and understand English well, convenient location just few minutes walk from the bus stop, comfortable and clean, very affordable price”

Zhi

Singapore

“This was the best value for money stay I had this trip. Highly recommend opting for dinner to be included with your stay. The steamed vegetables and meat with rice and soup was a sumptuous, healthy...”

Michelle

Singapore

Categories:

Staff

9.5

Facilities

9.3

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.2

Value for money

9.4

Location

9.5

Free WiFi

9.8

High score for Hongu

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse is situated 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 guesthouse is located along one of the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Routes and Yunomine Hot Spring, said to be one of the oldest hot springs baths in Japan, is a 5-minute walk from the property. There are 2 indoor hot springs baths and an open-air bath at the property. Bicycle rentals are available at this guest house. Kansai International Airport is 2 hours and 30 minutes drive away from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult only) 1 futon bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Adult only) 1 futon bed
Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 futon beds
Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom 3 futon beds
Room with 4 Bunk Beds and Shared Bathroom 4 bunk beds
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult Only) 1 bunk bed
Single Room with Shared Bathroom 1 single bed

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.5

Facilities

9.3

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.2

Value for money

9.4

Location

9.5

Free WiFi

9.8

High score for Hongu

Guests who stayed here loved

Ilaria
Italy
“Everything was great. An adorable guesthouse with all the needed services and a lovely common room. A very nice private bath also. I think it's the best stay to see Yunomine Onsen and its surroundings.”
Eduardo
Spain
“This hostel is perfect for staying one night or even more. The private Onsen is really nice. The Onsen village is unique. Yosuke and his karadabar class was amazing. Highly recommended.”
K
United States
“I really liked my stay here. There are three onsens to use for the bath, the staff are really nice, and all the facilities are great. One of the staff even offered a class for fitness massage for after his shift, and it was just wonderful.”
Lluis
Norway
“True to the description on the website, it has a very good standard for being a crowded and busy hostel. The crew is friendly and helpful, the private room comfortable in its basic arrangement and tatami floor, and the onsen (only private baths)...”
Helene
France
“Everything. The bunk beds are in wood boxes so it feels you have your own space and it doesn't squeak when moving. It's spacious enough to have your bag next to the bed. There's everything one needs in the kitchen and the bento was nice after the...”
Deb
New Zealand
“The staff were amazing, and they helped us with several queries. The bento evening meals provided on the Thursday were really good, shame you can't get those other nights. Appreciated that you could buy drinks and some food from the reception...”
Meena
Australia
“Fabulous location, onsens onsite and excellent communal facilities”
Lynchy
Australia
“Impressive little onsens. warm rooms. social atmosphere. close to town.”
Zhi
Singapore
“Very friendly and helpful staff, staff is able to speak and understand English well, convenient location just few minutes walk from the bus stop, comfortable and clean, very affordable price”
Michelle
Singapore
“This was the best value for money stay I had this trip. Highly recommend opting for dinner to be included with your stay. The steamed vegetables and meat with rice and soup was a sumptuous, healthy yet delicious meal especially at the end of a...”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.3Based on 11,858 reviews from 8 properties

8 managed properties

Property information

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse is situated in Hongu and is a 10 minutes drive away from Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine.(approx 70min walk on Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Routes) For over 1000 years people from all levels of society, including retired emperors and aristocrats, have made the arduous pilgrimage to Kumano. These pilgrims used a network of routes, now called the Kumano Kodo.Walking the ancient Kumano Kodo is a fantastic way to experience the unique cultural landscape of Kumano's spiritual countryside. The Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes were registered as UNESCO World Heritage as part of the "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range" property. Yunomine Onsen Hot spring was discovered about 1,800 years ago, and it is thought to be one of the oldest hot springs in Japan. And it is an integral part of the over 1000 year old Kumano pilgrimage tradition. Pilgrims performed hot water purification rituals in these piping hot mineral waters after their long journey in preparation to worship at Kumano Hongu Taisha. This guesthouse is adjoining Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Routes (World Heritage). There are 2 indoor hot springbaths and a open-air bath(op

Neighbourhood information

- There is no supermarket nor convenient store nearby. We don't offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. - There are a few parking lot in the guesthouse. It is for free. There are also public parking lot nearby. This is also for free. - Bicycle rental available - Free rice available

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Bathroom

Towels/sheets (extra fee)
Shared toilet
Shared bathroom

Outdoors

Sun terrace

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Activities

Bicycle rental
Additional charge
Cycling
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

Shared lounge/TV area
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Additional charge
Laundry
Additional charge

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Key access

General

Designated smoking area
Air conditioning
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms

Wellness

Public Bath
Open-air bath
Hot spring bath
Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Languages spoken

English
Japanese

House rules
J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 05:00 to 11:00

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 option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 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

7+ years

Extra bed upon request

¥3,000 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking 9 people or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please inform J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

License number: 29-27

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Hot spring bath
- Open-air bath
- Bicycle rental
- Public Bath
Room options at J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse include:
- Bed in Dormitory
- Twin
- Triple
- Quadruple
- Single
Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse on this page.
The prices at J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Check-in at J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse is 1,050 yards from the centre of Hongu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse