absolutely nothing

The place is fully equipped, thoughtfully offering free sake and beer, with a clean and tidy environment and a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere.The location are excellent; it takes only 30 seconds to get from the Airbnb to the bus stop.

Stayed in August 2025

It's a little unusual to stay in a more traditional setting with tatamis and futon - but everything else is modern. The room is sufficiently spacious, the kitchen and bath are modern. It's next to the main road of the small town - but my earplugs were able to tune out almost all of the traffic (it's not comparable to a main road in Osaka).

Stayed in August 2025

Could have mentioned there are stairs to access the rooms as it may not be accessible to everyone, we had no issues ourselves but can imagine it being difficult for some others. The small kitchenette is great, but a few more utensils might go a long way.

The host/owner was very kind and helpful. We needed to check out early hours in the morning and required help to organise a taxi in this small town, which the owner did for us. The place is clean and tidy as advertised, great value for the comfort provided.

Stayed in August 2025

Before we even arrived, the owner was keen and thoughtful about our arriving plan. Later, the moment we arrived(at the wrong parking spot), he was mindful and came out to direct us to his hotel. In addition to his hostility, the condition of the room is also A++ grade, clean and comfy. The owner even treated us some soft & hard drinks our choices.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing I can think of.

My family and I liked how spacious, convenient and warm welcoming our host was! The location was few minutes walking distance to local restaurants and family mart. It was also approximately 8 minutes from Kumano Hayatama Taisha and in front of the bus stop heading towards to Nachi. Our host, Sasaki-san, was also kind to give us an introduction to the place along with offering free icecream, beer and sake! Overall we recommend this place!

Stayed in July 2025

Some construction is happening. So it may be a bit noisy in the morning

There’s no breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

I highly recommend staying here. The room was large and very well maintained, with very a pristine kitchen and bathroom. The location is perfect, and the host was very kind and helpful!

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing, everything was amazing!

Everything! The owner is so kind and lovely. He made sure to explain every detail about the accommodation and even gave free soft drinks plus sake to us. In the end, we even decided to stay one more night than we were planning in the beginning. When we were saying goodbye, he brought a really nice final gift: a Kumano Kodo bag. Thank you for everything! This stay will remain in our hearts.

Stayed in July 2025

Amazing Host, nice location for hiking, and super clean! Would definitely stay again :)

Stayed in July 2025

On a main road, the street noise was noisy, but we ran the fan on the AC on high and it was fine.

Sasaki San was very kind and helpful. The room was new and very nice & clean. Liked having a fridge (stocked with cold drinks!). Many great places to eat in Shingu.

Stayed in June 2025

Nice new studio apartment Extremely clean

Stayed in June 2025

None

The room and the owner

Stayed in June 2025

The room was perfectly comfortable and the property well located. It was an added bonus to enjoy the experience of a Buddhist chanting ceremony in the morning with the monk who manages this property - he is a very charismatic person who made us feel very welcome and was happy to explain aspects of Buddhism. Would definitely recommend staying here if you are in the area.

Stayed in May 2025

The room is on the second floor, but luggage wasn't an issue as the kind host helped carry them up, much appreciated!

The friendly and helpful host and the complimentary drinks in the room. It was a good experience staying in a traditional tatami room. The room is very clean and looks new.

Stayed in May 2025

Would be helpful to have crockery & cutlery

New hotel with ensuite shower & toilet and cooking facilities

Stayed in May 2025

Clean, spacious, and the host was fantastic.

Stayed in May 2025

Very friendly host. Complimentary beer & drinks. Central location at Bus stop made travel easy.

Stayed in May 2025

It was very clean, nice and peaceful. It functioned more like a guest house - the host will have to check you in and will guide you to the functions in the room. He was extremely generous and gave us a free ride to the train station on our check out day. Although the town this spot is in is pretty quiet, it was close to a bus station that we used to get places and it’s only about a 5-8 min walk to a major Kumano Kodo area. Sleeping wise, I found the tatami mats and pillow very comfortable and didn’t have a problem with traffic noise outside (though when it rains it’s louder than usual). It was the first night in Japan I was able to get a good sleep. We found a health grocery only 7 mins walk away that sold vegan options.

Stayed in April 2025

an extra mattress would be nicer as the bed a little hard

The monk who runs the property was so helpful recommending local restaurants and giving advice and even gave us a lift to the station. There were free drinks including alcohol. The rooms are part of a temple. The hotel is very close to the main shrine and not far from the station so a great location. The place to stay in Shingu. Good value for money.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing except initial find where to go in.

Great quiet place. Just a little confusing to find which entrance as no obvious reception for foreigners. Highly recommend.

Stayed in April 2025

There is nothing I didn’t like about the property.

A short walk from both the train station and Kumano Hayatama Taisha (my reason for visiting Shingu). Immaculately presented room, exceptionally clean and modern (on the interior). The staff were extremely friendly and personable. Additionally, there is a ramen shop almost opposite, which was very convenient for dinner.

Stayed in April 2025

Owner provided excellent and professional service on introduction. Lovely room and design!

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

This backs off onto a very old temple where the monk who runs the accommodation holds his services. He was very friendly and showed us around the temple and I attended his moving service. The place was clean and there was Sake offered free to guests. The monk kindly accepted the receipt of my luggage transported from another city without any hassle. I will definitely stay again. He was very helpful and kind. Thanks!

Stayed in March 2025

Close to a busy road

Staff very pleased to help and went out of his way in doing so

Stayed in March 2025