About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: SEN HAVEN Sakurai in Shingu offers one-bedroom apartments with mountain views. Each unit includes a terrace, kitchenette, and free WiFi. Convenient Facilities: Guests benefit from free off-site private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and private check-in and check-out services. Additional amenities include a laundry service and family rooms. Local Attractions: Nearby attractions include Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum (14 mi), Kamikura Shrine (15 mi), and Kumano Hayatama Taisha (16 mi). Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 49 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free private parking


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rizal
France France
Comfortable and clean ryokan. Ideal to sleep before hitting the kumano. Right on the trail.
Kenneth
United States United States
The catered dinner bento box was excellent, and there is a set of bottled drinks (water, tea, pocari) provided in the fridge as well. The shower is great, and being able to do laundry and easily dry it is a huge plus after a long day of hiking...
Vanclifford
United States United States
Very nice accommodations while hiking the Komodo trail. I appreciated the kitchen, the hot shower and the Japanese style accommodations.
Dawson
Australia Australia
Perfectly situated on the Kumano Kodo route - clean and organised
Pt
New Zealand New Zealand
I did need help with checking in. My email was responded to quickly
Diana
Singapore Singapore
I like everything about the property. Highly recommended. It is near the Kumano Kodo. The property looks new & clean. I stayed there with my husband & we had the whole place to ourselves. It will be great for a family too as it comes with a...
Chih
Taiwan Taiwan
First of all, the location is excellent, and the interior space and facilities are very well-equipped. Regarding the bathroom being located on the first floor, it wasn't an issue since it was already mentioned in the reviews and descriptions...
Paul
Canada Canada
Beautiful quiet village setting. The shower space in the lower floor is beautiful- the image do not do it justice. The online check in on site was easy. A perfect overnight on the Kumano Kodo. The little market down the road was lovely.
Damien
Netherlands Netherlands
It was great, all was super well organized (also b Bento dinner and Lunch box
Badár
Slovakia Slovakia
Authentic japaneese accomodation. Everything was clean and new. Ideal location at kumano kodo trail. Loved the bento dinner and bread and coffee/tea for brakfast was also very nice. Washing mashine and drier was a big plus!

Managed by SEN.HAVEN SAKURAI

Company review score: 7.8Based on 808 reviews from 6 properties
6 managed properties

Company info

Location & Stay Information Located at the midpoint of the Nakahechi route of the Kumano Kodo, between Kogumotori Pass and Ogumotori Pass, which connect Kumano Hongu Taisha and Kumano Nachi Taisha. This property is offered exclusively as a private whole-house rental. ■ Accommodation Details Capacity: 2 to 4 guests Dinner: Handmade bento from a local tea house (delivered by 5:00 PM) Breakfast: Bread and butter Drinks: 1 soft drink and 1 bottle of mineral water per guest Laundry: Washer-dryer available in the washroom ■ Notes For food allergies or special meal requests, please contact us in advance (at least 7 days prior to your stay). This is an unmanned accommodation with no on-site staff. Self check-in is required. Please review the email you will receive via the booking system and complete pre-check-in in advance for a smooth arrival. Guests using a wheelchair are welcome. We can adjust the room layout to secure easy passage and provide assistance at entry if needed. If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to contact us.

Property info

We founded “SEN.” as a place where travelers walking the sacred Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail can stay with peace of mind. SEN.HAVEN is a simple and functional lodging designed to ensure pilgrims can rest deeply and take confident steps toward the next day’s journey. “SEN.” is committed to addressing regional challenges such as population decline and the shortage of successors for local accommodations in mountain villages. Our mission is to preserve the environment and culture that allow people to continue walking the Kumano Kodo for generations to come. For this reason, we operate sustainably as an unmanned accommodation without on-site reception or staff. Together with team members from various local communities, we strive to provide a comfortable stay for every guest while helping pass down the legacy of the Kumano Kodo to the future. SEN.HAVEN SAKURAI is located exactly midway between the Kogumotori Pass and the Ogumotori Pass, which connect Kumano Hongu Taisha and Kumano Nachi Taisha. The quiet former village of Koguchi, surrounded by clear mountain streams, has long been an important post town where pilgrims rested along their journey. Alongside its sister property, SEN.HAVEN NAKAMURA, SEN.HAVEN SAKURAI supports travelers staying in the Koguchi area. ■ Whole-house Private Plan Accommodates 2 to 4 guests with exclusive use of the entire house. Dinner: Local bento meal Breakfast: Bread and butter Optional lunch: Trekking bento available upon request after booking Plan details, including prices and meal offerings, may vary. Please refer to the accommodation information page for more information.

Neighborhood info

Surrounding Nature: The former village of Oguchi is surrounded by deep forests and crystal-clear rivers. To help preserve the river environment, BBQ and fireworks along the river are strictly prohibited. Minakata Shop: A small local shop selling bread, cup noodles, and some daily necessities. Please note that hours and operating days may vary, so plan accordingly.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese,Chinese

Area info

Amenities of SEN HAVEN Sakurai

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: 和歌山県指令新保衛第15-18 号

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