SEN.RETREAT HONGU

Accommodation

SEN.RETREAT HONGU
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Shower room

 Description

Unique Container Cottages

Opening April 20, 2026 — SEN.RETREAT HONGU is the newest addition to the SEN.RETREAT family, nestled just 2.4 km from the iconic Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine. Set deep within the ancient landscapes of Kumano, these container cottages offer a modern sanctuary where the sacred and the natural meet.

Each cottage is designed for up to two people with simplicity at its core — two comfortable beds, shower, and toilet. Supper is a delivered, catered bento box in the evening, and breakfast items are already stocked on the property. A dedicated pathway leads directly to the river's edge, where the sounds of flowing water and the embrace of untouched nature invite you to slow down, breathe, and simply be.

Together with SEN.RETREAT TAKIJIRI, TAKAHARA, and CHIKATSUYU — tracing the path from Takijiri-oji — as well as SEN.HAVEN NAKAMURA and SEN.HAVEN SAKURAI in Koguchi, the SEN. series offers a complete journey through the deep quietude of Kumano, where each stay becomes a moment of renewal for body and mind.

Self-Check-In Property
This is an unstaffed facility with self-check-in. Check-in instructions will be informed before your stay.

Full Name SEN.RETREAT HONGU
SEN.RETREAT HONGU
Area Greater Hongu
Type Rental House
Address 336 Mimiuchi, Hongu-cho, Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture, 647-1704
〒647-1704 和歌山県田辺市本宮町耳打336番地
Map Code 478 258 342*48
Maps
Check-in 15:00 - 18:00
Check-out 10:00

 Price Plan(s)

Supper & Simple Breakfast

Vegetarian OK
Allergy OK

from 16,500 yen

 Guestrooms

Western Style Yes
Japanese Style No
Mixed Style No
Other Style No
Number of Rooms 4

Container units (max 2 guests per unit): 4 buildings



Facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Air conditioning
  • Microwave
  • Desk
Non-smoking throughout the property


Amenities
  • Shampoo
  • Hair conditioner
  • Body-wash
  • Toothbrush set
  • Hair dryer
  • Face towel
  • Bath towel
  • Pajamas


 Baths

Shared Indoor No
Shared Outdoor No
Shared Sauna No
Privately Reserved No
Ensuite Indoor Yes
Ensuite Outdoor No
Note
Each room is equipped with a private shower and sink for your comfort and convenience.

 Meals

Supper
Catered bento box meals will be delivered to the facility
Breakfast
Simple continental breakfast including bread.

Since a breakfast set (such as bread) is placed in your room on the day of check-in, there is no set breakfast time. You are welcome to enjoy it whenever you like the following morning.
 
● Vegetarian meals (Type D, E) are available at an additional cost.
 
● Gluten-reduced meal options are available at an additional cost.*
 
* Please note that we CANNOT completely eliminate trace amounts of gluten contained in seasonings and other ingredients (not suitable for celiac disease)

Meal Options

 : Possible : Not Possible

 Vegetarian

NoMeatNo Meat

NoFishNo Fish

NoSeafoodNo Seafood (other than fish)

NoDashifishstockNo Dashi fish stock

NoDairyNo Dairy

NoEggsNo Eggs

 Gluten Free

With Miso & Soy Sauce

No Miso & Soy Sauce (Celiac or Intolerant)

 Allergies

Possible

 Others

No Raw Fish/Seafood

No Pork

No Red Meat (beef or pork)

No Shellfish

Vegetarianism and gluten free foods are not common in the Japanese countryside. Please double-check the meal options that are possible with each service provider to make sure that it meets your needs.

FISH STOCK: Often being able to eat trace amounts of the ubiquitous Katsuo Dashi (fish stock) makes it easier to find vegetarian options.

GLUTEN: For those who are not intorelant to gluten or Celiac then choosing Gluten Free "With Miso and Soy Sauce" will increase your options.

More Information

NOTE: It is difficult and not culturally sensitive to change meal requests, or make new meal demands, onsite when you arrive at accommodations. Meal options must be confirmed during the reservation process and respected during your visit.

 Facilities & Services

Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi (Guestroom)
  • Credit Card
  • VISA
  • MasterCard
  • JCB
  • AMERICAN EXPRESS
  • Diners
  • Language
    Basic English
    Notes

    Free washing machine and dryer (detergent provided) in each room.

     Access

    Access Information

    ■ By Bus

    ● ~2 hours by Ryujin bus from Kii-Tanabe Station (bus timetable 1), get off at "Watarase Onsen渡瀬温泉" bus stop, ~20 minutes walk north.

    ● ~15 minutes by Ryujin Bus From Kumano Hongu Taisha (bus timetable 2) get off at "Watarase Onsen渡瀬温泉" bus stop, ~20 minutes walk north.

    More bus timetables.

    More area maps.

    Shuttle Service
    Not available.
    Parking
    Free Parking for up to 4 vehicles.

    Back

    Sorry, "Reservation Requests" are not available at this time.

    Set booking times: 7:00–9:30 and 19:00–22:00 daily, Japan Standard Time.

    Please check this Article for more information.

    https://www.tb-kumano.jp/en/2024/03/13/12612/