Comfortable Accommodations: Temple Stay 玉林寺 in Sado offers a recently renovated guest house with a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, and garden views.
Convenient Facilities: The property features full-day security, bicycle parking, and free private parking. Additional amenities include a shared bathroom, microwave, shower, and slippers.
Delicious Breakfast: A vegetarian breakfast is served with local specialties, providing a delightful start to the day.
Accessible Location: Located 57 mi from Niigata Airport, the guest house is located on a quiet street with inner courtyard views. Highly rated by guests for its excellent service.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“I had the most peaceful and relaxing stay at this beautiful and historically interesting temple. Taking part in the meditation in the morning and sharing breakfast with the priest and his friendly and helpful staff along with another guest was...”
Robert
United States
“I've been traveling in Japan for more than a decade—traveling in Japan is my profession—and this is honestly one of the coolest places I've ever stayed. From the temple grounds themselves, to the morning prayers, to having an authentic breakfast...”
C
Christopher
United States
“I stayed for 12 nights at this beautiful temple. The hosts truly went out of their way to make me feel at home, and for this I am very thankful. The room and facilities are very clean and comfortable with everything you need for a short or an...”
F
Fumihiko
Netherlands
“The rooms were clean and spacious. It was comfortable with airco and renovated modern bathroom. You will be welcomed by a super lovely gentle Akita dog called Sun.
We participated in the morning ritual of Shingon Buddhism at the temple. The...”
“Sehr interessante Gebäude/Umgebung und speziell war, dass wir am Morgenritual teilnehmen durften.”
Bazzigher-weder
Switzerland
“Es war ein Erlebnis im Tempel zu übernachten - mit der Möglichkeit am Morgenritual teilzunehmen. Sehr freundliche und interessierte Begegnung. Die Tempelregeln (Schliesszeiten und Warmwasserzeiten) konnten im Gespräch angepasst werden.”
Gauvain
France
“Le fait de pouvoir se plonger dans l’univers Bouddhiste est un vrai plus dans un voyage touristique.
L’arrêt de bus n’est qu’à 8 minutes à pied mais bien se repérer au préalable. N’hésitez pas à acheter un pass journée à Sado.
Endroit très calme...”
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Reed
United States
“I had the most peaceful and relaxing stay at this beautiful and historically interesting temple. Taking part in the meditation in the morning and sharing breakfast with the priest and his friendly and helpful staff along with another guest was...”
Robert
United States
“I've been traveling in Japan for more than a decade—traveling in Japan is my profession—and this is honestly one of the coolest places I've ever stayed. From the temple grounds themselves, to the morning prayers, to having an authentic breakfast...”
C
Christopher
United States
“I stayed for 12 nights at this beautiful temple. The hosts truly went out of their way to make me feel at home, and for this I am very thankful. The room and facilities are very clean and comfortable with everything you need for a short or an...”
F
Fumihiko
Netherlands
“The rooms were clean and spacious. It was comfortable with airco and renovated modern bathroom. You will be welcomed by a super lovely gentle Akita dog called Sun.
We participated in the morning ritual of Shingon Buddhism at the temple. The...”
“Sehr interessante Gebäude/Umgebung und speziell war, dass wir am Morgenritual teilnehmen durften.”
Bazzigher-weder
Switzerland
“Es war ein Erlebnis im Tempel zu übernachten - mit der Möglichkeit am Morgenritual teilzunehmen. Sehr freundliche und interessierte Begegnung. Die Tempelregeln (Schliesszeiten und Warmwasserzeiten) konnten im Gespräch angepasst werden.”
Gauvain
France
“Le fait de pouvoir se plonger dans l’univers Bouddhiste est un vrai plus dans un voyage touristique.
L’arrêt de bus n’est qu’à 8 minutes à pied mais bien se repérer au préalable. N’hésitez pas à acheter un pass journée à Sado.
Endroit très calme...”
Area info
House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:00 and 08:00
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0+ years
Extra bed upon request
¥10,000 per person, per night
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 7:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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