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Otsu

90 hotels

Hikone

36 hotels

Nagahama

60 hotels

Kusatsu

23 hotels

Moriyama

8 hotels

Takashima

107 hotels

Maibara

8 hotels

Omihachiman

27 hotels

Higashiomi

10 hotels

Hachiman

2 hotels

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Biwafront Hikone

Hotel in Hikone

Located in Hikone, 4.2 km from Hikone Castle, Biwafront Hikone provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

j
jenting
From
Taiwan
breakfast was very good, I wish i can come agian.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews
Price from
US$285.06
1 night, 2 adults
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Machiya no Yado Iroha

Hotel in Nagahama

Set in Nagahama, 14 km from Hikone Castle, Machiya no Yado Iroha offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Y
Yuk Ching
From
Hong Kong
Great location. Walking distance to the town centre. Spacious and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews
Price from
US$102.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho

Hotel in Otsu

Set in Otsu and with Daigo-ji Temple reachable within 9.2 km, Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

M
Maja
From
Germany
This was a hidden treasure. I was very happy to have found this place. Wonderful hosts, very welcoming and caring, everything very clean and newly renovated. Authentic Japanese. Absolutely wonderful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Price from
US$188.85
1 night, 2 adults
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YANMAR SUNSET MARINA CLUBHOUSE&HOTEL

Hotel in Moriyama

Located in Moriyama, 19 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, YANMAR SUNSET MARINA CLUBHOUSE&HOTEL provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$654.29
1 night, 2 adults
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Kishida House - Vacation STAY 78228v

Hotel in Nagahama

Set in Nagahama, 21 km from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 78228v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

F
Franck
From
France
Everything is perfect here, owner, room, facilities, location ! The area is very calm, close to Lake Biwa. Very enjoyable place !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
US$78.13
1 night, 2 adults
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WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v

Hotel in Otsu

Set in Otsu, 10 km from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

N
Nick
From
United States
A beautiful, well thought out space. An amazing location near Biwa lake, and an extremely considerate host. This will be our goto space anytime we're in Kyoto and our recommendation to others.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$147.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Comfort Hotel Hikone

Hotel in Hikone

Only a few steps from the East exit at Hikone Station, Comfort Hotel Hikone welcomes treats guests to free coffee and free Wi-Fi, as well as a complimentary breakfast featuring freshly baked bread...

A
Azman
From
Malaysia
The room provided ample space for our family during our stay in Japan. The front desk staff was incredibly helpful, making check-in a breeze. Their flexibility in allowing us to store our luggage after check-out was greatly appreciated. I look forward to returning for another stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews
Price from
US$61.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Hotel in Otsu

Situated on the shores of Lake Biwa, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers rooms with lake views, 7 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Lake cruises are available in front of the hotel.

R
Robyn
From
Australia
Wonderful place to recharge relax and do lots of walking. Comfortable beds plenty of pillows,no penny pinching on anything needed. Lovely staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,546 reviews
Price from
US$100
1 night, 2 adults
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HOTEL R9 The Yard Nagahama

Hotel in Nagahama

HOTEL R9 The Yard Nagahama is located in Nagahama, within 7.9 km of Maibara Station and 10 km of Green Park Santo. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

C
Changchang
From
China
It's a good experience to living in a container. The room is fully equipped.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$88.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Kyukamura Ohmi-Hachiman

Hotel in Omihachiman

Located in Omihachiman, within 41 km of Sanzen-in Temple and 41 km of Enryaku-ji Temple, Kyukamura Ohmi-Hachiman provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

C
Céline Catherine
From
France
Everything Staff was very Nice and wanted us to be happy even if they werent used to foreigner. They did theyre best. Very Nice hospitality The area very Nice Far from the crowed Kyoto Food very Nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$257.87
1 night, 2 adults
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Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 847 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 659 reviews

Hotel Route-Inn Nagahama Inter is located in Nagahama, within 16 km of Hikone Castle and 9.3 km of Green Park Santo. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$70.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Situated in Nagahama, 12 km from Hikone Castle, RESORT SPA FutureRESORT features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From US$107.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Set in Moriyama, within 19 km of Enryaku-ji Temple and 20 km of Sanzen-in Temple, Setre Marina Biwako offers accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests...

From US$384.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,188 reviews

Toyoko Inn Hikone eki Higashi guchi is located in Hikone, within 1.5 km of Hikone Castle and 6.8 km of Taga-taisha Shrine. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$57.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews

Situated a 1-minute walk from JR Seta Train Station, APA Hotel Biwako Seta-Ekimae offers Western-style rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. It provides 24-hour reception and laundry facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

AB Hotel Hikone is located in Hikone. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk.

From US$74.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 895 reviews

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa is located in Nagahama, 14 km from Hikone Castle and 9.4 km from Maibara Station.

From US$66.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 622 reviews

Toyoko Inn Maibara eki Shinkansen Nishi guchi is situated in Maibara, 6.7 km from Hikone Castle and 50 metres from Maibara Station.

From US$64.66 per night

Budget hotels in Lake Biwa

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

Set within 26 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 27 km of Shoren-in Temple, Moriyama Art Hotel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Moriyama.

From US$89.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

Situated within 17 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 18 km of Shoren-in Temple, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta features rooms in Otsu.

From US$64.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews

Just a 1-minute walk from JR Hikone Train Station, Hotel Sunroute Hikone offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property and comfortable rooms featuring a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom.

From US$70.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Comfort Inn Yokaichi is located in Higashiomi. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk.

From US$58.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews

Comfort Inn Omihachiman is situated in Omihachiman, 38 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 39 km from Sanzen-in Temple. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$73.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

Urban Hotel Minami Kusatsu is located in Kusatsu, within 18 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 19 km of Shoren-in Temple.

From US$73.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews

Guests at Hotel Route-Inn Hikone can enjoy watching on-demand movies on the flat-screen TV in their rooms. Free wired internet is available in all rooms and guests can enjoy a free breakfast buffet.

From US$73.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

A 10-minute drive from Hikone Train Station, APA Hotel Hikoneminami features accommodations with free wired internet access and a flat-screen TV with video-on-demand.

From US$66.71 per night

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Biwafront Hikone

Hotel in Hikone
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Located in Hikone, 4.2 km from Hikone Castle, Biwafront Hikone provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$381.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews

Set in Nagahama, 14 km from Hikone Castle, Machiya no Yado Iroha offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$102.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Set in Otsu, 10 km from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 78585v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Set in Nagahama, 21 km from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 78228v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$81.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Situated within 10 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 11 km of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 61955v features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Set in Otsu, 10 km from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

Located in Omihachiman, within 41 km of Sanzen-in Temple and 41 km of Enryaku-ji Temple, Kyukamura Ohmi-Hachiman provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

From US$257.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

Set in Nagahama, 13 km from Hikone Castle, Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$160.95 per night

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Biwako Ryokusuitei

Otsu
From US$302.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 953 reviews
The view of the garden with two sakura trees, the terrace, the foot bath, the spacious and comfortable private bathroom, the room’s design, the incredibly delicious meals and the fact that there was a private dining room, the magnificent breakfast, the kind and cheerful staff, the cosmetic products in the room, the free minibar and its amazing variety… In short, everything was perfect. Thank you so much for the thoughtful touches and this unforgettable experience.
Guest review by
Gülce
Turkey

Kusatsu Estopia Hotel

Kusatsu
From US$141.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
awesome staff were friendly helpful and the location is just near Kusatsu station. it takes 15 mins to get to Kyoto on the local JR line. stayed out of the maddening crowds and were one of the locals. well almost no tourists here so I stood out well and truly. loved this hotel will come pack.
Guest review by
Deidre
Australia

Biwako Hanakaido

Otsu
From US$225.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
Lovely food, staff, baths, own private dining room, meticulous service and very clean area. I think it’s almost impossible to top in those regards. The room with its own hotspring was divine. The massage was excellent. Would recommend.
Guest review by
Bernard
Netherlands

Yuzanso

Otsu
From US$254.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Everything - the private onsen in the room was lovely and the public onsen was amazing- there wasn’t anyone else around so was incredible. Food was also amazing.
Guest review by
Alixandra
United Kingdom

Ryokan Beniayu

Nagahama
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
The staff were so kind and helpful. The location was beautiful. The room was lovely and traditional. The bath was so relaxing. The food was delicious!
Guest review by
Daniel
Australia

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Otsu
From US$144.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,546 reviews
Wonderful place to recharge relax and do lots of walking. Comfortable beds plenty of pillows,no penny pinching on anything needed. Lovely staff.
Guest review by
Robyn
Australia

Biwako Hotel

Otsu
From US$177.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 847 reviews
Excellent hotel, amazing lake Biwa view, large rooms, very good breakfast and a 20-30 minutes short walk plus train got me to Kyoto.
Guest review by
Cerny
Israel

Hikone Castle Resort & Spa

Hikone
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 314 reviews
Right next to Hikone Castle and has a very good view of the castle in the hot spring bath. The staff were very professional.
Guest review by
Adonis Domino
Philippines

Hotel New Omi

Omihachiman
From US$67.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
This hotel is one of japans best kept secret. Great staff and location. Great prices too.
Guest review by
Russell
Australia

le Lac HOTEL Otsu Ishiyama

Otsu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews
the place was very clean and comfy, the staff was very nice and kind, very good located
Guest review by
Nadine
Switzerland

Hotel Biwako Plaza

Moriyama
From US$70.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Very spacious room with a nice big window and view. Cool showa-era style room
Guest review by
Leon-Maurice
Germany

Vessel Inn Shigamoriyama Station

Moriyama
From US$80.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 727 reviews
Very clean and practical, kind staff, wonderful view! Thank you very much :)
Guest review by
Markéta
Czech Republic

Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie

Nagahama
From US$160.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews
Great staff, perfect cleanliness, great public bathroom!
Guest review by
Dmitriev
Japan

Grand Park Hotel Okubiwako Makino

Takashima
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
Great room, nice to take a walk and cycle by the lake
Guest review by
teh wei lung
Singapore

APA Hotel Hikoneminami

Hikone
From US$66.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Comfortable. All the essentials one could need.
Guest review by
Stephen
United Kingdom

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8.0

The street the hotel is in is beautiful.

The street the hotel is in is beautiful. There's lots to see and do nearby. You can go to the lake. There's a couple of really amazing cafés and restaurants nearby. The locals really want you to try and spend time in their town competing with Kyoto can't be easy, but it's well worth spending a day exploring Otsu.
Guest review by
Stephanie
United Kingdom
8.0

Hikone is mostly a student town with the castle, and close...

Hikone is mostly a student town with the castle, and close to the largest lake - Lake Biwa. The sports complex is pretty nice and cool too. I recommend coming here during Sakura for the castle or even snow fall. 1-2 days is enough for a stop for sure.
Guest review by
Tanya
Australia
8.0

Nagahama is great place for renting a bike and cycling...

Nagahama is great place for renting a bike and cycling around. We got e-bikes from rent place near station. Museums are good - take the Nagahama museum pass for 2 days. Shops, boutiques and restaurants are open around 11-16. No much hope to find any place where to dinner in the evening. Luckily there is a grocery shop in Station, and they have good sushi, onigiri and gyoza selection. For breakfast there is 1 cafe in the station, and very lovely Sheep cafe (opens at 11, fluffy pancakes and cafe to eat in). Anegawa onsen was very good as we were in Nagahama when it was very cold outside.
Guest review by
Piret
Estonia
10

We were cycling around Lake Biwa and I was deciding between...

We were cycling around Lake Biwa and I was deciding between to stop overnight in Makino or Takashima. The area is very windy and somehow there was a lot of cars passing this street where the accommodation is located. There is no convenient store, 2 restaurants nearby and a local sake brewery. There wasn’t much to walk around for us. The accommodation is fantastic, we couldn’t ask for more.
Guest review by
Wai Leng
Singapore
8.0

Maibara is a great 'gateway' location for basecamp if you're...

Maibara is a great 'gateway' location for basecamp if you're exploring Kansai [ie less expensive lodging than staying in Kyoto or Osaka] utilizing the shinkansen. If you're a first-timer in Japan and hoping to hit scenic historic sites, you should especially consider it; access to Nagahama Castle and Hikone Castle is super easy [and both are off-the-beaten path where foreign tourists are concerned [if you're at either mid-week, even in 'high' season (ie cherry blossom or autumn leaf viewing), you'll like encounter few foreign tourists], but quick walks from main local JR stations] *Photos attached are @ Hikone Castle, 1 station south of Maibara station; about a 10 minute walk from Hikone Station]
Guest review by
Adam
United States
10

A quiet little town, a great place to visit to avoid the...

A quiet little town, a great place to visit to avoid the crowds of tourists. Make sure to take the rope-way to the top of Mount Hachiman for a breathtaking view of Lake Biwa and the surrounding area. Also a good place to try out the local Omi beef, one of Japan's top quality wagyu beef brands.
Guest review by
Matheus
Netherlands
8.0

Enjoy the 1st day in Kyoto.

Enjoy the 1st day in Kyoto. Do the Hop On Hop Off bus (both Blue and Red Lines), which stops at all the major sites. Then train to Otsu for relaxing stay at Lake Biwa. Go on a sightseeing / luncheon cruise or organised trips - example the cable car at Sakamoto. Plenty of places to eat including 36th floor of Lake Biwa Otsu Princess Hotel with great views.
Guest review by
Gregory Fortuin
New Zealand
8.0

Hikone is a pleasant place, but not one you should plan a...

Hikone is a pleasant place, but not one you should plan a trip around. Possibly best for a day trip. The atmosphere and climate is reminiscent of small cities in New England. The lake is pleasant, but if you're interested in kayaking you should try towns on the western shore of the lake, even though they're more expensive resort towns. Hikone castle is obviously the reason to come here, but there are a few nice local restaurants as well. Other than that, it's mostly auto shops and people revving the engines of their souped-up cars every night.
Guest review by
Peter
Japan
10

Beautiful, quiet city with an old Japan feel, no tourists,...

Beautiful, quiet city with an old Japan feel, no tourists, beautiful lake views and extremely beautiful and powerful shrines, as well as a lively but not overcrowded city center during Matsuri season. The perfect destination if you enjoy a quieter Japan, away from the crowds and noise of bigger city. Just please, don't turn it into the next overcrowded tourist destination.
Guest review by
Paul
France
10

Takashima is a wonderful destination, especially for those...

Takashima is a wonderful destination, especially for those seeking a peaceful retreat. A highlight of our trip was a charming bakery near the train station. The owner doesn't speak English, but a little Google Translate goes a long way. The bakery is stunning, offering some of the best pastries we've ever had, and my kids loved it too. Takashima is a quiet and serene place, a refreshing contrast to bustling cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. It's perfect for a family getaway to relax and unwind. The lake is absolutely stunning, with fresh air and beautiful blue water
Guest review by
Weijia
United States

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