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Otsu

86 hotels

Hikone

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Nagahama

57 hotels

Kusatsu

23 hotels

Moriyama

8 hotels

Takashima

105 hotels

Maibara

9 hotels

Omihachiman

30 hotels

Higashiomi

10 hotels

Katsuno

2 hotels

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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.

J
Jason Tae Sun
From
Canada
A very traditional Japanese ryokan. Excellent, intimate facility with extremely kind and helpful staff. Breakfast was beautifully presented. You felt completely comfortable experiencing a slice of the real Japan, but with all the modern facilities. Beautiful location near Lake Biwa in the suburbs of Kyoto .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Price from
US$190.96
1 night, 2 adults

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, 39 reviews
Price from
US$79.01
1 night, 2 adults

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...

K
Karine
From
Brazil
It is really near the station, and the station is near of the Hikone Castle. The breakfast was excellent!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,187 reviews
Price from
US$136.22
1 night, 2 adults

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.

L
Loring
From
Canada
We loved the view and the bicycles. We enjoyed biking along the waterfront path.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,582 reviews
Price from
US$185.10
1 night, 2 adults

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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$98.60
1 night, 2 adults

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, 262 reviews
Price from
US$103.78
1 night, 2 adults

Vessel Inn Shigamoriyama Station

Hotel in Moriyama

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

C
Chee Hoong
From
Malaysia
Very clean comfortable hotel with efficient helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 712 reviews
Price from
US$70.87
1 night, 2 adults

Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Otsu

Offering an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths and 6 restaurants and bars, Biwako Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station.

W
WWei Tan
From
Malaysia
Absolutely satisfied with the hotel in terms of the location, the cleanliness, the comfort, the room view, the interior design, as well as their dinner and breakfast. Our rooms had a great view of Lake Biwa and we took a wonderful stroll along the lakeside in the morning. We had breakfast and dinner in the hotel. They had a wide variety of tasty food there while a number of other restaurants and cafes were within walking distance as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 833 reviews
Price from
US$182.14
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Route-Inn Nagahama Inter

Hotel in Nagahama

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.

J
Jennifer
From
Malaysia
Convenience to facilities, free breakfast and great amenities ! onsen was great too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 662 reviews
Price from
US$102.49
1 night, 2 adults

Hikone Castle Resort & Spa

Hotel in Hikone

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

D
Daan
From
Netherlands
The location was awesome close to and a view of the Castle! What more could you need. Room was comfortable and met my expectations. Was able to work at the desk without any issues. WiFi was good. They even offer complimentary drinks in the lounge. I arrived about an hour early and was able to check in right away and head to my room. Great hotel! Would definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
Price from
US$149.19
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 712 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$91.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 474 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.

Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Otsu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 833 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths and 6 restaurants and bars, Biwako Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station.

From US$544.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 662 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$77.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 729 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...

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

Located within 17 km of Hikone Castle and 11 km of Green Park Santo, Super Hotel Shiga Nagahama Tennen Onsen provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nagahama.

From US$87.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 32 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$283.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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$108.97 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 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$115.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Located in Nagahama, 21 km from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36589v provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$82.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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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$68.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,080 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.

From US$141.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 124 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$96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 608 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$65.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Set in Takamiya, Tabist Hotel Kurama Hikone offers a restaurant. The hotel offers both free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, all rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

From US$96.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 122 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$155.68 per night

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Biwafront Hikone

Hotel in Hikone
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 251 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 9.4
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 9.0
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$82.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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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
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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 8.9
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Set in Takashima, within 27 km of Kehi Jingu Shrine and 33 km of Omimaiko Beach, Forest Villa YUMESUZU the Closest Accommodation to the Metasequoia Tree-lined Avenue offers accommodation with a bar...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Set within 12 km of Shoren-in Temple and 12 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Enmanin Sanmitsuden - Vacation STAY 03295v offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

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From US$215.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews
An amazing 4-star hotel located just next to the shoreline, and all rooms have a view of the beautiful Lake Biwa. Right next to parklands and Nagahama castle, and 5 mins from the city centre and old town market street. Staff is always really helpful and polite, the room was impeccably clean, and there is also free parking. If the hotel would have been located in Europe, a room would probably have costed twice as much as it normally does at Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie, and if you travel during the rainy season or similar, you can get a room for as little as £50, which is astonishing! The hotel also got an Italian restaurant, which I can strongly recommend, because it serves proper Italian cuisine to a reasonable price; normally, when something is advertised as Italian food in Japan it is either something that would make an Italian person cry (and not of joy), or you got yourself a proper but exclusive Italian eating place in Tokyo or Osaka that serves delicious food to a very high price and only to the select few. It is rare to get something that is proper Italian in Japan and 1) outside the big cities, and 2) will not ruin you for a simple meal. You know, if you want to take a short break from all the sushi and ramen...
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Travelling Oxonian
United Kingdom
From US$544.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 833 reviews
Absolutely satisfied with the hotel in terms of the location, the cleanliness, the comfort, the room view, the interior design, as well as their dinner and breakfast. Our rooms had a great view of Lake Biwa and we took a wonderful stroll along the lakeside in the morning. We had breakfast and dinner in the hotel. They had a wide variety of tasty food there while a number of other restaurants and cafes were within walking distance as well.
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WWei Tan
Malaysia
From US$413.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews
I had an unforgettable stay at Biwako Hanakaido. The view of Biwa Lake is simply spectacular, creating a serene and picturesque setting for a relaxing getaway. The staff were exceptionally friendly and grateful, making my stay even more enjoyable. A special thank you to Alena for taking such great care of us The food was varied and incredibly tasty, offering a delightful culinary experience. The massage course also must try!
Guest review by
Pornchai
Thailand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
The staff was extremely kind and caring. There is a shuttle to and from the train station which is practical. The view was beautiful and it was very peaceful.
Guest review by
Maya
Canada
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews
the place was very clean and comfy, the staff was very nice and kind, very good located
Guest review by
Nadine
Switzerland
From US$71.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
Very spacious room with a nice big window and view. Cool showa-era style room
Guest review by
Leon-Maurice
Germany
From US$91.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 712 reviews
Very clean comfortable hotel with efficient helpful staff.
Guest review by
Chee Hoong
Malaysia
From US$123.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Great room, nice to take a walk and cycle by the lake
Guest review by
teh wei lung
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
The cleanliness, the location and the hotel staffs.
Guest review by
Sirikiatikul
Thailand

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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