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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.

A
Audrey
From
Japan
Exceptional hotel, amazing view, everything is very high quality, rooms are clean and perfectly furnished, one of the best hotels I have been to in japan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
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US$302.59
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
Matthew
From
Japan
Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho is absolutely fantastic. The staff all display a unique blend of supportiveness, professionalism and kindness that made it such a pleasure to stay there. The vibe around the hotel is relaxed, but everything is maintained at a high standard. I really liked the lounge area, with the free drinks and snacks being a particular highlight. The room I stayed in was very large with soft beds and a modern bathroom, albeit designed such that it was in-keeping with the general townhouse vibe of the hotel. I would recommend both the shopping arcade tour and the breakfast to anyone interested in staying here. The staff will also support you in finding local restaurants that suit your taste! It is extremely easy to get to/from Kyoto from here (regular trains, taking around 10-15 mins). Staying here would be the highlight of any trip to the Kansai region.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
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US$200.46
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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
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US$82.93
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, 12 reviews
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US$173.77
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...

E
Esther L
From
Singapore
Excellent location. just opposite the JR Station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,188 reviews
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US$57.20
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.

N
Nana Sarji
From
Malaysia
free shuttle to station, well equipped hotel and very helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,598 reviews
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US$194.30
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.

A
Adam
From
Spain
Cool concept with the container rooms. Free parking. One free meal per day. Comfy bed. Everything was really modern and clean. Very good value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
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US$100.77
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, 104 reviews
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US$273.72
1 night, 2 adults
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HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi

Hotel in Higashiomi

Located in Higashiomi, 48 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Canyon
From
Singapore
The facilities were definitely clean and in good condition. let's just cut to the chase about what was special about it: 1. One Free frozen meal 2. The room chair came with a massager. 3. Easy and automated self check-out process
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
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US$95.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Super Hotel Minami Hikone Ekimae

Hotel in Hikone

Set in Hikone, 4.1 km from Hikone Castle, Super Hotel Minami Hikone Ekimae offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

J
James
From
United Kingdom
The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. Rooms small but totally functional and clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
US$75.59
1 night, 2 adults
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Lake Biwa's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Located in Nagahama, 23 km from Hikone Castle, 須賀谷温泉 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free shuttle service.

    From US$260.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 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$134.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 828 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$65.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

    Set within 38 km of Enryaku-ji Temple and 39 km of Sanzen-in Temple, AB Hotel Omihachiman offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Omihachiman.

    From US$100.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 147 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$91.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 645 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$85.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 201 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 90 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$130.73 per night

Budget hotels in Lake Biwa

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 201 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$68.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

    Situated in Hikone, within 1.3 km of Hikone Castle and 6.2 km of Maibara Station, Hikone Station Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    From US$59.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 235 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 350 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$122.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 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 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 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$86.88 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 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Set in Nagahama, 21 km from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36613v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$86.88 per night

Hotels in Lake Biwa that you can book without a credit card

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 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, 104 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 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$170.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 717 reviews

    Vessel Inn Shigamoriyama Station is offering accommodation in Moriyama. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge.

    From US$89.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

    Located in Omihachiman, 38 km from Sanzen-in Temple, Hotel New Omi features views of the city. Featuring a restaurant, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews

    Only a 1-minute walk from JR Kusatsu Station and a 20-minute train ride from Kyoto Station, Hotel Boston Plaza features a restaurant with Western food, a cafe-bar, and bright rooms with free wired...

    From US$114.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews

    Hikone Castle Resort & Spa is situated in Hikone, within 500 metres of Hikone Castle and 6.2 km of Maibara Station.

  • Hotel 21

    Hotel in Kusatsu
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

    Located in Kusatsu, 22 km from Daigo-ji Temple, Hotel 21 provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

    From US$106.22 per night

FAQs about hotels in Lake Biwa

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  • 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 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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 6.0

    From my perspective, there wasn't much to do within a mile...

    From my perspective, there wasn't much to do within a mile walk of the property. Only one restaurant off site in that mile two convenience stores and if you walk a bit further a pretty mellow "redlight" district
    Guest review by
    Jeff
    United States
  • 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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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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