Rating & Reviews : Old Trail Guesthouse & Restaurant

Accommodation

4.05

Guestroom

(3.7 / 5)

Baths

(3.5 / 5)

Meals

(4.2 / 5)

Location

(4.7 / 5)

Reception & Service

(4.1 / 5)

Results: 36 View Reviews

Date: Jul/2026

Austria (Male, age **)

Overall:

1.80

Individual: Guestroom 1, Baths 1, Meals 2, Location 4, Reception & Service 1
Plan: Supper (Seasonal Regular Menu), Breakfast & Lunch box

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I would never ever book this accomadation. Too expensive and very unfriendly hosts. They were also argumenting each other. My sleeping room was only separated from the hosts sleeping room by a thin wall. I also heared the cat during night time. I was happy with all the other accomodations on my 14 days pilgrimage.

Date: May/2026

Spain (Male, age 60-69)

Overall:

1.40

Individual: Guestroom 1, Baths 1, Meals 1, Location 3, Reception & Service 1
Plan: Supper (Seasonal Regular Menu), Breakfast & Lunch box

Una estafa

Pels 32000 tens que hi pagat em sento estafat, el menjar mediocre i molt poca quantitat,les begudes extremadament cares. L'habitació un futon i res me,no em vaig poder dutxar,no tenia internet, crec que l'organització hauria de supervisar els llocs que recomana, controlar la relació qualitat preu i no permetre que passin aquestes coses, he pagat molts diners per aquest desastre i evidentment estic molt enfadat i NO HO RECOMANO, per cortesia m' abstindre de dir el que penso dels propietaris,podria ser maleducat.

Reply Comment Posted: May/29/2026

automated translation: For the 32,000 I paid, I feel ripped off. The food was mediocre and very small portions, and the drinks were extremely expensive. The room was just a futon and nothing else; I couldn't have a shower, I had no internet. I think the organisation should supervise the places it recommends, check the value for money and not allow these things to happen. I paid a lot of money for this disaster and I'm obviously very angry and I DO NOT RECOMMEND IT. Please refrain from saying what I think of the owners; it might be rude.

Date: May/2026

Japan (Male, age 60-69)

Overall:

4.40

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 3, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 4
Plan: Supper (Seasonal Regular Menu), Breakfast & Lunch box

南フランス料理

熊野古道で南フランス料理と美味しいワインが味わえます パンやジャム、ヨーグルトなど手作り まもなく新館がオープンとのことで、より快適になると思います。 古道の真ん前の宿で便利です

Reply Comment Posted: May/05/2026

automated translation: You can enjoy Southern French cuisine and delicious wine along the Kumano Kodo. They serve homemade bread, jam, yogurt, and more. A new wing is set to open soon, so I expect it will be even more comfortable. The inn is conveniently located right in front of the ancient trail.

Date: Mar/2026

China (Male, age 30-39)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper (Seasonal Regular Menu), Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Mar/2026

Sweden (Male, age **)

Overall:

4.75

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper (Seasonal Regular Menu), Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Mar/2026

United States (Female, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.80

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper (Vegetarian Menu), Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Dec/2025

Norway (Female, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.40

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 4, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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The guesthouse is perfectly placed along the road. It's run by a sweet couple that were very friendly and accommodating, providing both good food and good conversation. You share the house with them but we felt we were able to retreat to our room for privacy and go out and have a nice chat as we wanted. The accommodation itself was very clean and tidy.

Date: Dec/2025

China (Female, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.40

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper (Seasonal Regular Menu), Breakfast & Lunch box

A very unforgettable night

The host was super kind and warm. All the facilities in the house were done by themselves so please be patient and respectful when using them. We shared the guest room with the host though the privacy is a bit concern. Really like the seasonal dinner menu especially the soup and desert. The time we spent with the host was really nice and unforgettable.

Date: Nov/2025

Australia (Female, age 30-39)

Overall:

2.40

Individual: Guestroom 1, Baths 1, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 1
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Please don’t book here

My friend and I arrived after walking 17km to the hosts fighting between themselves. We were greeted by the male host as though our very presence was an offence. Once we were eventually let inside we were berated by the male host on our incorrect shoe etiquette, this set the tone for the stay. The hosts slept in the adjoining room with a flimsy door to separate us and them, very little privacy. We were advised there is a house cat who was calling out and scratching on the dividing door and directed to not open the door under any circumstances. My friend accidentally opened this door and the male host flew into a rage. We are two female hikers and we felt intimidated. Our stay resembled a survive or die strategy, we were completely at the mercy of these hosts for shelter and food. I am still traumatised by this experience. There were some odd behaviours like turning the heating on full blast while the doors and windows were open. I was also personally pressured to hand over my personal contact details, along with details of my profession. This stay has marked our trip to Japan in a devastating way. Lastly the male host charged us exorbitant tax on our drinks which we purchased the night before and washing was offered but with a charge. Be warned.

Date: Nov/2025

Spain (Male, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.00

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 3, Meals 3, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

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