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Koke Musu inn

Property class: 2.5
Travelers find relaxation and productivity at Koke Musu inn, with spa treatments and coworking spaces by the peaceful shores of Lake Biwa.

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Lake Biwa creates a peaceful backdrop for Koke Musu inn, offering an art gallery, on-site shopping, and a rooftop terrace retreat. Enjoy restorative spa treatments, international dishes at Patio：Judith café, high-speed WiFi in coworking areas, and an outdoor pool.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is ￥8,688
￥9,597 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27

Room options

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View all photos for [BeniAka-Ma:201] Studio Design: Single loft bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a bench, and a red wall.

[BeniAka-Ma:201] Studio Design: Single loft bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for [Ruri-Ma:202] Studio Basic: Single bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non-Smoking

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a wooden countertop.

[Ruri-Ma:202] Studio Basic: Single bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non-Smoking

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for [Shikkoku-Ma:203] Studio Comfort: Double bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non Smoking

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and wooden beams.

[Shikkoku-Ma:203] Studio Comfort: Double bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Trundle Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for [Irori-An:101] Superior Studio: Single bed/Futon/Semi-single sofa bed w/Shower booth, Smoking

A room with large windows featuring traditional Japanese artwork, a kitchen area with modern appliances, and a view of the cityscape through the windows.

[Irori-An:101] Superior Studio: Single bed/Futon/Semi-single sofa bed w/Shower booth, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe suite Studio room, No view, Non-smoking ([Sunken Hearth Inn/Irori-An: Room 101])

A bathroom with a black bathtub, a handheld showerhead, and a handheld faucet.

Deluxe suite Studio room, No view, Non-smoking ([Sunken Hearth Inn/Irori-An: Room 101])

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Futon and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio room, No view, Non-smoking ([Ruri Room/Room 202])

A modern bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Standard Studio room, No view, Non-smoking ([Ruri Room/Room 202])

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Futon and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio room, No view, Non-smoking ("The Jet-Black Room/Shikkoku-Ma: Room 203")

A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a shelf with various items.

Superior Studio room, No view, Non-smoking ("The Jet-Black Room/Shikkoku-Ma: Room 203")

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Otsu, Koke Musu inn is in the city center and near a boardwalk/promenade. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street. Don't miss out on a visit to Kyu Chikurinin Garden. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Otsu travel guide
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520-0812, Shiga, Otsu, 17-19,Kinoshita-cho

What's nearby

  • A traditional Japanese wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Biwako Quasi-National Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A modern architectural building with a curved roof and a flagpole.
    Biwako Hall
    5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • A wooden tray with various Japanese dishes including rice, fish, soup, and pickled vegetables.
    Aeon Mall Kusatsu
    11 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Otsu City Science Museum
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Biwako-Hamaotsu Station
    4 min drive
  • Higashino Station
    10 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • 551蓬莱
    13 min drive
  • マクドナルド 近江大橋店
    8 min walk
  • 魂心家 大津店
    15 min walk
  • 丸源ラーメン 大津店
    3 min walk
  • とりこう庵
    15 min walk

About this property

Koke Musu inn

  • Guesthouse near Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park
  • Located close to Omi Bridge, Koke Musu inn provides a rooftop terrace, an art gallery on site, and shopping on site. The on-site local cuisine bistro, 角打：我流, offers dinner and light fare. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
  • Additional perks include:
    • Outdoor pool access nearby
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-out
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a gift shop, and luggage storage
    • A billiards/pool table, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and offices.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
    • Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • Mini fridges, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (JPY 1,000 per night); reservations required
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,500 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for a fee of JPY 5,000; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • BAR：NEGAN-BAR:Gallery
  • Cafe：NANNAN
  • 屋上テラス：苔生苑
  • 角打：我流
  • 酒膳：坂内七三郎

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Cooking classes
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (24 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2011
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 5000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Koke-Musu Inn is located directly facing the sidewalk of Prefectural Road 18 (Kogan Doro/Lakeside Road), right in front of the Yumihama Parking Lot at Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park. The property is a distinctive 2-story building featuring a traditional wooden vertical lattice facade. To check in, please look for the small wooden door and ring the intercom located on the wall to the left of the cafe space next to the door.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately JPY 2500 per person
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1000 per night(525 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 5000 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 5000
  • Firewood fee: JPY 5000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Koke Musu inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Koke Musu inn?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Koke Musu inn on Aug 26, 2026 start from ￥8,688, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Koke Musu inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Extended parking is available for JPY 1000 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Koke Musu inn?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Koke Musu inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for JPY 5000 (subject to availability).

Where is Koke Musu inn located?

Located in the heart of Otsu, this guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kyu Chikurinin Garden and Lake Biwa Museum.

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Reviews

Koke Musu inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely quirky place, spotlessly clean, very well thought out accommodation with everything needed. Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely food. Pool table an extra bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Koke Musu inn is an endearing place with a lot of heart and charm. Kind and friendly staff. Many interesting things to look at and admire. Fun pool table.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So many interesting things to discover. Room was awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, just opposite the lake. Quiet and comfy. Eclectic decor which I loved, a tremendous amount of thought gone into this place, totally unique. Owners very accommodating and helpful. I prefer to stay in family owned enterprises and this definitely exceeded my expectations. Compact but beautifully executed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First of all, you must be charmed by the decoration and personality on display at Koke-Musu-inn. The place is alive with character. Then the staff welcomes you with their own charm and the package is complete. I found the care taken to provide a comfortable stay very impressive. The rooms were clean and well-maintained throughout my stay, and the location was great! I was glad to have found an easily accessible stopping point outside of Kyoto city. Much easier to decompress at night. I look forward to my next trip to Japan and hope I’ll get to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the whole aesthetic and Japanese style, not to mention all the anime! As an Anime lover myself it was so much fun finding all the hidden figurines such as Attack on Titan flying over head or Vegeta protecting me in the bathroom. The staff was amazing and friendly. Spoke limited English and even surprised me with a strawberry sundae for my birthday!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and very helpful. I loved my stay in Otsu!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inn was beautifully renovated and decorated. Host is kind and generous. Best stay of our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Danyang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located across street from the lake. Great hosts. Nice room with lots of thoughts put into it. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very cute inn with a lot of personality. The owners are very gracious and have put their personal touch on everything. Just a couple minutes walk from the shore of Lake Biwa.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely the coolest place we have ever stayed! A very inventive and unique treatment on a traditional Japanese house. Cool things everywhere. The host family was very hospitable and ready to help with anything we needed. Very convenient to Otsu and Ishiyama area. We will certainly return here again! Very artistic setting with both modern and traditional Japanese treatments!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Magdalena

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed had a thin pad, basically I slept on the wooden japanese floor, very uncomfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

けいこ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
弾丸！琵琶湖花火大会にも関わらず
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HyunRyang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
清潔で対応も凄く丁寧。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hideaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
古道具とフィギュアがたくさん綺麗に飾られていて、夢の空間の様。それぞれのお部屋ごとにコンセプトの違う構造でデザインされており、ごちゃごちゃした感じは無くて、とても落ち着ける過ごしやすくて清潔なお部屋でした。 宿の方も親切で丁寧。 また、余談になりますが　宿とは直接関係はありませんが、宿から少し路地を入ったところに有る駐車場　のお隣のお寺、響忍寺さんの方もとても親切。あと同じ駐車場を借りてらっしゃる方も　とても親切で、近隣の方にも恵まれているなぁ　と思いました。 　また、他のお部屋にもぜひ泊まらせて頂きたいです。(*ΦωΦ)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

RIKAKO

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
近くにランニングできるところがあり、スタッフの方も親切で良かったです。トイレやシャワーも綺麗でした！ただ、お風呂のマットだけ少し不衛生な気がしました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

KOUZI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ありがとうございます
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

n

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
鬼滅の部屋に子供二人は大喜びで登ったり色々フィギュアを探し回ったり、ロフト奥の隠し部屋にテンションが上がっていました。 部屋内の２階へのはしごは真っ直ぐタイプで２箇所から登れました。 キッチンや鍋や食器、トイレ、１人用の五右衛門風呂風(身体洗いもその中で)がついていました。 ３キロ洗濯乾燥５００円のコインランドリーも施設内にあり、夏は嬉しい。乾きがいまいちでしたが、追加乾燥＋１００円もあり◎(あとから気がつきました…) やはり口コミや施設説明文にもあるように、部屋内も小さな階段や段差が多く子供がふと踏み外してしまい何回かひやっとしました。 細かい作りなのでホコリもたまっていたり、冷蔵庫内のホコリや小さな蚊？みたいなのが死んでいたので、こちらで掃除してから使用しました。 あとDIYなので家具のネジなどもゆるんでいたりでした。 大人2名、小学生生低学年1名、年長1名で、宿泊料19000ほど＋消費税＋子供分小学生分？2727円＋朝食代一人1500×3.ライト朝食1000円で３万程かかりました。 この人数でこの値段だとかなり狭くコスパも△と感じました。 隠れ部屋２階で寝るのは、クーラーしてても、乾燥と暑さでしんどかったです。 あと呼び鈴みたいなのもあれば嬉しかったかな。 でも子供は泊まる＋遊び場が一緒になったかんじで喜んでいました。 オーナーさん夫婦？はとても感じのいい方でした。ありがとうございました！
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shuhei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
子供連れの方でお子様がアニメ好きならこのゲストハウスは最高です。 帰宅後も「またあそこに泊まりに行こな！」と、 子供は良いテンションのまま今日も朝から元気に学校に行きました。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ryuya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
barのような、隠れ家のような、友だちの家のような… 至る所にご主人のこだわりを感じる最高に面白いゲストハウスでした！！ また近くに来た際は必ず利用させて頂こうと思います！
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

よく考えられた快適空間

非常にコンパクトなスペースなのにぬくもりや清潔感、インテリアのこだわりを感じさせていただき、満足できた滞在でした。 ロフトでも寝心地もよく、疲れが癒されました。 タオル素材にもこだわりが見受けられ、吸水率の高い生地で シャワー後の拭き心地が最高で快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

akari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

家族4人がグッスリ寝れます。

コンパクトだけど、上手に空間を使ってる感じで私は好きでした。主人は寝返りで膝をぶつけたりしていたので、コンパクトととるか狭いととるかはその人の感覚かなとも思います。大人二人と小学生高学年二人でもグッスリ寝れましたよ。インテリアが凝ってて、良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

HIROKO

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

趣味の詰まったゲストハウス

自宅の一角をゲストハウスとして使っている。趣味のフィギュアや小物などたくさんあり面白い。入口の足元にいた金魚が可愛いかった。 徒歩圏内には飲食店が少ない。 アメニティは充分に揃っている。 段差の多い部屋だったのでハイハイ時期の子供がいて寝るとき困った。子連れの方は電話で確認すると良い。 トイレの汚れがあり残念。 他が良くてもここだけは気をつけてもらいたい。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
土地不案内でしたので、駅からの交通機関を時刻表つきでお知らせいただけて大変助かりました。小さな宿ならではの、いきとどいたサービスでした。食事はとても美味しかった！
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019