Guest Living Mu

9.0
Exceptional
(109 reviews)

Japan, 〒649-2200 Wakayama, Nishimuro District, Shirahama, 字浜通り 3076−1

+81 739-34-2466

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Hotel Description

Located just an 8-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach along Kanayama Bay, Guest Living Mu is a relaxed hot spring hotel offering guests an inviting atmosphere with its peaceful surroundings. The hotel's address is Japan, 〒649-2200 Wakayama, Nishimuro District, Shirahama, 字浜通り 3076−1. This charming accommodation is situated just 3 km from Nanki-Shirahama Airport, making it convenient for travelers. The hotel’s proximity to Shirarahama Beach and the picturesque Kanayama Bay provides guests with scenic coastal views and easy access to relaxing beach activities. This laid-back environment is perfect for anyone seeking a retreat while still being close to attractions. The design of the hotel reflects a traditional Japanese aesthetic, with tatami floors and futons in the mixed-gender and female-only dorms, adding to the authentic experience. Private rooms are also available, providing comfort and privacy for guests. Some rooms even offer views of the bay, further enhancing the tranquil setting. Guest Living Mu features basic amenities like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, which ensures guests stay connected during their visit. The hotel's shared kitchen is praised by guests, offering a convenient place to prepare meals, and a complimentary continental breakfast is served. Guests can also unwind in the open-air terrace, and there are separate gender-segregated onsen (hot spring baths) where visitors can enjoy a rejuvenating soak. The hotel’s airy lobby lounge, complete with a bar, serves as a great spot for relaxation and socializing after a long day of sightseeing. While there is no fitness center or spa on-site, the peaceful atmosphere and natural hot springs more than make up for it. For those driving, parking is available, and coin-operated laundry facilities ensure that guests have a hassle-free stay. Guest Living Mu’s location makes it a perfect base for exploring the area, with several notable landmarks and activities nearby.
For those looking to engage with the local culture, the hotel is just a short distance from Shirarahama Beach, Adventure World, and the Nakishirahama Onsen. If you prefer nature, the Senjojiki Rock Plateau offers panoramic views of the ocean, just a 5-minute drive away. Engetsu Island, with its natural arch created by wind and waves, is also just a 7-minute drive.
Nearby dining options are varied, with seafood being a popular choice in this coastal region. Local restaurants provide a wide array of dishes, from fresh sushi to traditional Japanese fare, allowing guests to explore the flavors of Wakayama.
At Guest Living Mu, the combination of a relaxed atmosphere, convenient amenities, and prime location near key attractions creates the perfect getaway for travelers looking to explore Shirahama. Whether you're seeking a beachside retreat, cultural experiences, or simply a comfortable place to relax, this hotel offers everything you need for a memorable stay.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Guests praised the kitchenettes for added convenience

2. Walking distance to Shirarahama Beach and 白良浜, ideal for beachgoers

3. The hotel’s onsen facilities are mentioned frequently by guests

4. The service received high praise from multiple visitors

5. Proximity to popular attractions such as Adventure World and Senjojiki Rock Plateau

6. Private rooms with flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and living areas for a more homely experience

7. Complimentary continental breakfast served daily in a shared kitchen area

8. Gender-segregated onsen for a more private and comfortable hot spring experience

9. Terrace and lobby lounge with bar offering a relaxed space to unwind

10. Parking and coin-operated laundry facilities available for guests' convenience


9.4 Exceptional

Location rating

Top sights

Shirarahama Beach
4 min
Adventure World
10 min
Nakishirahama Onsen
5 min
Senjojiki Rock Plateau
5 min
Engetsu Island
7 min
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Good to know

Check-in16:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating9.4
Nearest airportNanki-Shirahama Airport (Kumano-Shirahama Resort Airport)
Travel time to airport7 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
    skyticket

    $54

    Trip.com

    $66

    Vio.com

    $66

    ZenHotels.com

    $72

    Priceline

    $82

    hutchgo (Hutchison Travel Limited)

    $78


Location

Japan, 〒649-2200 Wakayama, Nishimuro District, Shirahama, 字浜通り 3076−1

Airports:

Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport)

Taxi: 2 hr 28 min

Transit: 3 hr 52 min

Tokushima Airport

Taxi: 3 hr 50 min

Transit: 5 hr 55 min

Nanki-Shirahama Airport (Kumano-Shirahama Resort Airport)

Taxi: 7 min

Transit: 13 min

Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Taxi: 1 hr 49 min

Transit: 2 hr 56 min

Transit:

Yuzaki

Walking: 5 min

Mabuyu

Walking: 2 min

Shirahama Station

Taxi: 10 min

Walking: 1 hr 4 min

Hashiriyu

Walking: 5 min

Shirarahama Beach

Walking: 8 min


Nearby locations

9.4

Exceptional Location

An 8-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach along Kanayama Bay, this relaxed hot spring hotel is 3 km from Nanki–Shirahama Airport.

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Beach access

Pets

No pets

Public bath

Public bath

Onsen

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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すらいむ

4/5
It was a spacious room with an ocean view and was very clean.Amenities such as towels are available for a fee, but I think it's reasonable since the rental price is 200 yen for bath towels, 100 yen for face towels, and 50 yen for toothbrushes.Shampoo and body soap amenities were provided at the hot spring.It was nice to have Lawson nearby as well.There is a private parking lot at the top of the hill where you can park for free.

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Terry OtsuSang (丘ダイバーチャネル)

4/5
I stayed at an inn called Mu that I had been interested in for a while! It's not even a guest house, it's an unusual inn that bills itself as a guest living room. Dormitories are also located in the same inn, giving an atmosphere that caters to inbound demand. However, I never saw a foreigner in the public bath.I went there during the swimming season, and as you would expect from an inn located at a beach, there were various facilities prepared before you entered the inn, and as expected, it was designed so that you could take a shower and then enter the building. I thought so.The living room is spacious and has enough space to relax while chatting, so I'm sure the dormitory group will be satisfied as well. We stayed in a room that was considered a condominium, but it had a layout that would satisfy even a long-term stay of two weeks, with two beds, a kitchen, a tatami room, a mysterious triangular room, and a main living room.Even if you look at it as an inn, the only downside is that the parking lot is far away, which makes you want to book again next time.If you order breakfast, it will be prepared for you, so you can take it back to your room and eat it.When the time comes, the guests return to their rooms one after another with their baskets of food. Ta.Although Shirahama is home to many different attractions, it was an inn that left a lasting impression on me.

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Anita Natsu

5/5
The Cp value is very high, there is a hot spring, the room is large, and the public space is very comfortableThe coffee in the public space on the second floor is deliciousTowels, toothbrushes, and razors sold separately

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Damien Healy

4/5
Very big rooms, unfortunately the entrance is up two flights of stairs.

Room 4

Service 4

Location3

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Gi HA

5/5
About 10 minutes walk from Shirahama BeachThere is a Lawson right in front, so the location is good.If you are going by car, go past the narrow road in front of the hotel entrance and there is a free parking lot (approx. 10 spaces) in front of the hotel next door.The hotel next door is not open except during the busy season, so there are few street lights and it looks like a ruin, so going to the parking lot at night felt like a test of courage and took a bit of courage.The hotel is on a hill and is surrounded by trees, and there is no noticeable signboard when heading from the parking lot, so it was hard to find, so I passed in front of the hotel several times.The entrance is located at the top of several steep stairs. A renovated hotel with a modern and stylish lobbyAre all the areas other than the lobby and bathroom changing room before renovation? It had a retro feel to it in places.The front desk staff had very good customer service.The room was on the top floor facing the ocean.The view is pretty good, sunny ◎There are 2 Japanese-style rooms with a kitchen and living room.The futon is in the closetThe sheets were in a separate basket.No bath in the roomThere is a bath on the 1st floor and a shower room on the 2nd floor.The hot spring water is lukewarm and has a small sauna room.There are many butterfly flies in the first floor bath (I guess this can't be helped)The changing room floor was full of sand and I felt a little uncomfortable after taking a bath.(It would be helpful if you had a vacuum cleaner.)Overall, it was a repeat hotel.

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Cüneyd Inan

5/5
Great for a family of 4! Clean and spacious rooms.

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kkk

4/5
Room rates are fixed, so the more people you stay with, the better the deal.There is also a shared kitchen, so you can have encounters unique to a guesthouse.Of course there is a kitchen inside the room.You can cook in your own roomThe bathroom smells like sulfur.The faucet in the washing room is a little rusty, perhaps because of its effectiveness, but if you don't mind it, I don't think it's a problem.

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UPSTREAMZ Ltd

5/5
Amazing stay with the options of condos or hostel-like shared rooms with traditional Japanese futons and paper doors.Very clean and tidy place. Had the honour of being here when the Asian teams for beach flying discus were here for their competition. Made the place a lot more vibrant. There is the onsen which takes away the pressure of only 2 showers in the whole place. Oh and complimentary breakfast is a lot more palatable than many other places I know… and free flow coffee … amazing. Thanks for looking out for me Koni-san and Shin-san… and the others whom I didn’t get their names.