J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine

Tldr, would not recommend staying here if you have better options/budget. It is not worth the price. Located a short walk from the bus stop, BUT, it is a very steep hill to walk up, then stairs up to the accommodation. Unfortunately I had already injured my legs doing the Kumano Kodo, so I faced a lot of discomfort reaching this location. Furthermore, as mine was a private room, I had to go up stairs again to reach my room. Not to mention I fell down those exact stairs due to my legs being weak. Do bear these in mind before booking, especially if you are doing the hike. Room smelled musty and gave me allergies (I only get allergies when my skin comes into contact with things that are not clean). Not the most soundproof, but it was not too bad to the point that it would affect my sleep. There are no showers, only the public baths, and they are not by a reservation basis, so you have to be lucky to get a bath to shower. It was comfortable, just that there may be issues during peak period. You have to pay for everything, including the rental of towels. There is also no toothbrush set provided. There is only onsen porridge provided in the mornings. You will have to find somewhere else to eat for your lunch and dinner.

This is a convenient hostel in Yunomine Onsen. The staff are helpful and gave us valuable recommendations for the pilgrimage. The establishment has got three baths with onsen water. I will staunchly recommend the semi-outdoor one. It was a snowy day and the flakes of snow combined with the hot water and the ethereal feeling of the yunohana (onsen flowers) inside the water makes the night a memorable one. They will also help you process your Yamato deliveries. Free okayu porridge with pickled plums and drip coffee in the morning are also provided. Remember to take the vouchers for their sister establishment You-Got-It Bar because that might be your only dinner option in this town.

The people working here were incredibly welcoming and helpful! When we arrived we had an issue with our next accommodation which they spent hours helping us organise. There are beautiful private onsens (outdoor and indoor) and you are made to feel immediately at home! Couldn't recommend enough, wish we didnt have to move on! The room was very clean and the walk from the bus is short and beautiful - right in the centre of town! Had a few monkeys watching us as we walking up the path to the hostel, very welcoming :)

This hostel is incredible for the price. 3 private onsens available and the accommodation is impeccable. Porridge is provided in the mornings and bedding also. The hosts are extremely friendly and helpful if you require advice for the area.

A fabulous hostel in Yunomine Onsen. Great value, fabulous location and great kitchen facilities. Friendly staff and overall just a great vibe. The 3 private Onsen are a welcome relief after two days hiking the Kumano Kodo. The hostel is full of other travellers also doing the walk so there are plenty of people to chat to and compare notes. A definite must stay.

Easy to find. We got off the bus, walked up the hill to a little bridge with a sign pointing to the guesthouse. A bit of a climb up and we thanked our lucky stars that we had decided to leave our luggage in Kyoto for our return. We packed a small bag each with just enough for 3 days. Love this place. We received a lovely warm welcome and were given all the information needed. Booked a private room upstairs and found it comfortable. There are only toilets and sinks on this level with the hot baths downstairs. Also downstairs there is a fully equipped kitchen, communal tatami lounge area and the laundry. Be aware there is no convenience store in Yunomine Onsen. The guesthouse has a good supply of packet noodles and snacks for ¥200 per item but that is all. Tea and coffee are complimentary in the kitchen. There is free rice porridge for breakfast but, if you want it, you need to be quick. We went down about 6.30 and it was all gone. For dinner, there is a small restaurant affiliated with the accommodation, the menu is very limited but good food. We ate there the first night only. On our first morning we caught the bus to Hongu Taisha-mae where there is a small supermarket. There is not a lot in it, mostly dried goods but back along the road, the way the bus came in, there is a butcher/grocery. Here we were able to get fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread, eggs etc. All of the staff at the hostel were so kind and helpful. We made use of the laundry facilities and the washing liquid is supplied. Easy to use. Be aware if you don’t want to pay for them, you need your own towels and amenities. We knew that and brought ours with us.|We loved our stay here and definitely recommend. |P.S. make sure you have enough cash. There is nowhere to get money out.

For the price you pay, this place is great! The beds themselves are really squeaky bunk beds but like... its a hostel lol. Great baths and common areas. Lots of mosquitos inside? But yunomine generally had a lot of them. Amazing location but also the town is 2 feet long anyway haha. Great service desk :)

I just couldn't in good conscious not leave a review, but I checked in and the staff was so nice and showed me around. I went out for a few hours to hike and then came back to get settled but then I saw this bed bug. I have a huge fear of bed bugs so I reported it and the staff member said others have raised it before but they cant do much about it and they do their best to clean. They tried to help me find a place, refunded me, and even drove me to the next hotel (I could not stay here) which was very kind but a huge bummer for me. Do what you want with this information but at least I can feel better about myself.