Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kōya travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kōya

With a population of 5,013, Kōya is a must-see destination in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kōya to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kōya

Kōya in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2706
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kōya in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2706
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kōya

Plane

Although Kōya doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Osaka All airports (OSA), which is located 52 km from Kōya. The shortest flight to Kōya from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Kōya is to pick up a car hire from Osaka, which is about 52 km from Kōya. You’ll find branches of BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL and Yesaway, among others, in Osaka.

Plane

Although Kōya doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Osaka All airports (OSA), which is located 52 km from Kōya. The shortest flight to Kōya from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Kōya is to pick up a car hire from Osaka, which is about 52 km from Kōya. You’ll find branches of BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL and Yesaway, among others, in Osaka.

Airports near Kōya

SHMNanki-Shirahama
TKSTokushima

Airlines serving Kōya

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,930 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kōya

From 5-star hotels such as the Ichijoin to great affordable options like the Koyasan Saizenin, Kōya offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 34,735 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 61,741 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kōya

Most booked hotels in Kōya

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Koyasan Syukubo Ekoin Temple
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 27,847+
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Koyasan Saizenin
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 22,567+
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Sojiin
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 34,745+
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Henjoukoin
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 20,864+
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Hiring a car in Kōya

Expect to pay ₹ 98 per litre in Kōya (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,175 and ₹ 1,567. The most frequently booked car type in Kōya is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 98 per litre in Kōya (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,175 and ₹ 1,567. The most frequently booked car type in Kōya is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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