Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast
Nagara 3-3-33
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Why people book this hotel
“Beautiful building and lovely room with private bathroom”
“Highly recommend the morning breakfast, it's a special moment to relax and enjoy…”
“Relaxing and serene, garden views from the bedroom, with friendly staff, both st…”
“Lovely accommodation with a lovely host”
“View of the courtyard garden at breakfast or from the family room balcony”
“Breakfast is in the renovated old homestead, in a traditional tatami room”
“Beautiful location, absolutely breathtaking and an incredible breakfast to match”
“About a 15min walk from the train station, but only two stops away from Kyoto st…”
“Baths and showers are downstairs in shared area but I never had to wait to use i…”
“Do not let the common bathroom block you from booking because it would be such a…”
“Full of character, beautiful details, excellent value and warm hospitality”
“The atmosphere of the house is absolutely unique and the price is amazing for wh…”
Overview
Set within a former residence of local merchant, Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast is set in Otsu, 700 metres from Mii-dera Temple. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast features free WiFi . Biwako Hall is 1.6 km from Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast, while Lake Biwa Museum is 10 km from the property. JR Kyoto Station can be reached within a 30-minute train ride. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 46 km from the property.
Traveller reviews
Genevieve
solo_traveller
June 10, 2026
Beautiful building and lovely room with private bathroom. Relaxing and serene, garden views from the bedroom, with friendly staff, both staff members I met had excellent English and were so helpful.
Sarah
solo_traveller
June 10, 2026
What a special place. Highly recommend the morning breakfast, it's a special moment to relax and enjoy the traditional rooms and garden.
Milan Anais
solo_traveller
June 6, 2026
“Authentic and beautiful”
Beautiful location, absolutely breathtaking and an incredible breakfast to match
Thao K H
solo_traveller
June 4, 2026
“An oasis of calm and historical charm”
Full of character, beautiful details, excellent value and warm hospitality. View of the courtyard garden at breakfast or from the family room balcony. Family room has own toilet and wash basin. Baths and showers are downstairs in shared area but I never had to wait to use it and it was always spotless. My favourite stay from 2 months of travel around Japan!
Janelle
couple
May 28, 2026
“One night was not long enough”
The traditional feel of the property and the hospitality.
Nathan
couple
May 18, 2026
Lovely accommodation with a lovely host. About a 15min walk from the train station, but only two stops away from Kyoto station and yet you feel like you're a world away. Next time we are in the area we will definitely be staying here.
Jeanne
couple
May 15, 2026
“Amazing experience, do not miss it”
Our experience at Inase was way beyond expectations. We’ve booked last minute, and it was finally the highlight of our trip. The atmosphere of the house is absolutely unique and the price is amazing for what you get. Do not let the common bathroom block you from booking because it would be such a shame, and plus, the two bathroom were the cleanest I’ve ever seen.
Ng
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
Very attentive staff.
Julie
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
“Loved everything about my stay here”
Comfortable rooms within a traditional machiya, historical building
Sean
solo_traveller
April 23, 2026
“Throwback to Edo hospitality on Tokaido Road”
The property offers a crafted mix of traditional hospitality and modern amenities. I stayed in the new dwelling at the back, which is a spacious self-contained unit. Breakfast is in the renovated old homestead, in a traditional tatami room. The staff are exceptionally courteous.
Mark
extended_group
April 19, 2026
Very nice staff. Nice sized room. Lovely traditional Japanese Inn. Japanese style breakfast beautifully presented. Location near to several stations. Pleasant tea ceremony.
Noa
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
Lovely place with a very nice host. Very good breakfast. Clean and comfortable.
Daryl
couple
April 12, 2026
“Grateful for the warm hospitality and authentic experience.”
A hidden gem with very warm hospitality. Glad we stayed at Inase during our stay in Kyoto! Felt as though we travelled back in time to experience Kyoto/Otsu in its most authentic form. Special thanks to Saori and her colleagues who were so helpful throughout our stay. Highly recommended for anyone who wish to experience a stay unlike others.
Wing Han
solo_traveller
April 11, 2026
“Very relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff, tasty breakfast, clean, good maintenance, quiet area”
Breakfadt very delicious, nicely prepared, fresh ingredients, taste goo, just like your home made dishes
Kimberly Yum Khim
couple
March 30, 2026
“Overall a comfortable stay.”
Renovated machiya. Our room has attached bathroom and fairly new fittings .
anonym
couple
March 16, 2026
Very friendly and helpful staff. Japanese breakfast 😋 Tatami room in a very old traditional japanese house (cultural heritage). Very clean. Close to the Miidera Station, 30 min to Kyoto Station. Walking distance to Biwako.
Matthias
couple
February 14, 2026
“Wonderful”
Jacques
extended_group
January 24, 2026
“Wish I could stay longer”
I loved the location, the wonderful staff, the hot showers, the vibe, and the comfy beds. I will definitely come back here on my next visit.
Julie
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“It was a wonderful experience, I look forward to coming back one day.”
The breakfast was exceptional.
Carolyn
couple
December 21, 2025
“Traditional accommodation- food for 1 night”
Lovely host who prepared a great Japanese breakfast. Authentic experience in this 100 year old converted storehouse/home.
Facilities
Activities
Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Laundry
Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding, this air-conditioned family room has a flat-screen TV and yukata robes.
Superior Triple Room
The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The triple room's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. The triple room offers a flat-screen TV, a sofa, yukata and heating. The unit offers 3 beds.
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
This triple room has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and yukata robes.
Triple Room with View
The triple room's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding, this air-conditioned twin room has a flat-screen TV and yukata robes.
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
This twin room features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and yukata robes.
Japanese-Style Superior Room
Featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding, this air-conditioned quadruple room has a flat-screen TV and yukata robes.
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