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.
Located in Otsu, Koke Musu inn is in the city centre and near a boardwalk. Heian Shrine and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. 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
Located close to Kyu Chikurinin Garden and Lake Biwa Museum, 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 a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
Additional perks include:
Outdoor pool access nearby
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and bike parking
Meeting rooms, luggage storage and barbecues
Coworking spaces, a TV in reception and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and offices.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
Bathrooms with toilets with electronic bidets and free toiletries
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour offsite parking (JPY 1,000 per night); reservations required
Uncovered extended parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
Limited on-site parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,500 per person
2 bars/lounges
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Hosted evening meal available on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 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 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
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In a regional park
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
No lift
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
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Toilet paper
Toilet with electronic bidet
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
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: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately JPY 1500 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 is available for a fee (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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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)
Property is also known as
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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 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Koke Musu inn on 16 Mar 2026 start from Rp1.591.070, 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 at Koke Musu inn?
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: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Koke Musu inn?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (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
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
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9.2
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 39 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Angie
9 Nov 2025
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
Struttura situata a 10 minuti a piedi dalla stazione dei treni, facilmente raggiungibile. Ha una fermata dell'autobus 1 minuto dall'albergo. Ci si muove molto facilmente. Il locale è molto caratteristico. La stanza è piccola ma con tutto il necessario. Il letto è sopraelevato rispetto al piano normale. Ma è possibile dormire anche nel piano di sotto con il futon anche matrimoniale, basta chiedere alla proprietaria. Il bagno in camera ha il tutto necessario comprensivo di doccia.
Al nostro arrivo siamo stati accolti con il thè di benvenuto e alla nostra partenza siamo stati salutati con thè e dolci.
Il personale è molto gentile e parlano inglese. È possibile richiedere anche il servizio si spedizione dei bagagli, la spesa dipende dalla grandezza di esse.
Posto consigliato per tutto.