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Hikone

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KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Hotel in Kyoto

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle is located in Kyoto, in the Nakagyo Ward district. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

N
Nina
From
Israel
Absolutely stunning! The staff was very helpful and nice. Great location. Thank you very much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,087 reviews
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KZT 81,692.61
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Traveltine Kyoto Kiyamachi

Hotel in Kyoto

Hotel Traveltine Kyoto Kiyamachi is located in Kyoto, in the Shimogyo Ward district. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi.

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Nico
From
Argentina
Location was impecable, walking distance from shopping, food and tourist locations!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,995 reviews
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KZT 56,173.04
1 night, 2 adults

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Hotel in Kyoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER features a fitness center, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kyoto. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi.

C
Chienyu
From
Taiwan
Wonderful location, quiet neighborhood but only 5 minutes walk to the subway and 10 minutes walk to central shopping area. Nice vibe and decor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,288 reviews
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KZT 66,949.83
1 night, 2 adults

谷町君Hotel 京都駅東29

Hotel in Kyoto

谷町君Hotel 京都駅東29 is located in Kyoto, in the Higashiyama Ward district. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms.

F
Fabian
From
France
Very good location, very clean and very good room. The staff is also very welcoming.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,249 reviews
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KZT 39,310.79
1 night, 2 adults

hotel Bell・Kyoto

Hotel in Kyoto

Hotel Bell・Kyoto is located in Kyoto, in the Shimogyo Ward district. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is 1.1 miles from the city center.

L
Lauren
From
Japan
Friendly staff, great value, nice bathroom, great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,000 reviews
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KZT 27,405.70
1 night, 2 adults

insomnia KYOTO OIKE

Hotel in Kyoto

Insomnia KYOTO OIKE is located in Kyoto, in the Nakagyo Ward district. Featuring a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

G
Guilherme
From
Brazil
One of the best hotels we stayed in Japan. Location and services are excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,745 reviews
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KZT 56,939.38
1 night, 2 adults

KABIN Taka

Hotel in Kyoto

In a prime location in Kyoto, KABIN Taka provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel features family rooms.

J
Joya Joyce
From
Indonesia
The interior, room space is quiet big comparing with other hotel in japan, strategic location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,596 reviews
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KZT 60,264.06
1 night, 2 adults

KABIN Kyoto

Hotel in Kyoto

Conveniently located in Kyoto, KABIN Kyoto provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The hotel features family rooms.

N
Neil
From
Japan
Breakfast menu was excellent and reasonably priced. Check-in before arrival was very smooth and convenient. Number pad for room entry is also very convenient. Room layout feels very spacious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,886 reviews
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KZT 56,273.26
1 night, 2 adults

Dusit Thani Kyoto

Hotel in Kyoto

Dusit Thani Kyoto is conveniently set in Kyoto, and has a garden, free WiFi and a bar. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a fitness center, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna.

C
Christoper
From
Indonesia
Clean and staff are very attentive
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,719 reviews
Price from
KZT 153,152.53
1 night, 2 adults

ASAI Kyoto Shijo

Hotel in Kyoto

In a prime location in Kyoto, ASAI Kyoto Shijo provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. The property has luggage storage space, and currency exchange for guests.

H
Heba
From
Qatar
Beautiful design, overall cleanliness and organization. Staff is very friendly and highly cooperative. Very pleasant stay overall and would stay again and recommend to others!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,260 reviews
Price from
KZT 36,834.72
1 night, 2 adults
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From KZT 121,988.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
I was very pleased with the proximity of the Hotel to everything within Nagahama. Less than 15 minutes from the train station on foot, within 10 minutes of the castle and a park that allows you to see gorgeous sunsets of Lake Biwa, and the ferry service to Chikubu Island was right outside the door. Even in a simple single room I was pleased to discover I had lake views as well, which was an extra bonus. The breakfast was good, I especially liked how several local food options were available to sample. I highly recommend the hotel if you want to visit Northern Shiga.
Guest review byKathryn
Japan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
This is our first time in Japan and we landed straight for 4 nights in this great hotel. You get the full japanese experience when you land including traditional Japanese breakfasts and dinners, the dinners are amazing so take the half board. The rooms are big, beautiful and facilitated and the staff is extremely welcoming and helpful. It is located about 15 minutes by train outside of Kyoto but if you like to leave the crowds behind at night it's worth the commute.
Guest review byEran
Israel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 846 reviews
Dinner was amazing and the staff and service was so attentive. Anzono our waiter for our dinner service went above and beyond. When one of us had to leave dinner before dessert to make their massage appointment, he offered and prepared a plate of the full dessert on a tray to be taken to the room for enjoyment afterwards.
Guest review byLinda
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 948 reviews
The view from the room was amazing! The hotel is designed to resemble a cruise ship with porthole windows in the hallways. All the rooms are oriented so their balconies overlook Lake Biwa with amazing views. The room had lots of useful surfaces to arrange your belongings and a comfortable seating area.
Guest review bySian
Canada
From KZT 48,216.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
- I could get all requests from hotel that I asked before. - View from the room is stunning. - Breakfast is good. - Hotel's beach is excellent, nice view, could walk along the beach. - Very peaceful hotel.
Guest review byNarakaew
Thailand
From KZT 44,245.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Spacious and clean. Good lake view room. Staff is friendly and proactive to show us all the room facilities. Free parking is an additional bonus. Small onsen is one of my favorite facilities.
Guest review bywai han
Hong Kong
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews
The room was very comfortable, the facilities were great too, going up the elevator there’s a beautiful view of the castle. The staff was friendly and kind, breakfast was great!
Guest review byMariana
Mexico
From KZT 38,573.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 608 reviews
Staff are exceptional. Helpful, Great Service Mind, Room is good. Also has a supermarket that has everything you need only 1 min. walk.
Guest review byRompruek
Thailand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Although it was built in the 1990s, this hotel is actually really value-for-money. Good for a short getaway.
Guest review byEu Shawn
Singapore
From KZT 106,076.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
The view was amazing, we rode the ferry ride nearby as well it was just a very good experience overall
Guest review byJonathan
Indonesia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
The staff were very friendly, and the facilities were clean, which made my stay very pleasant.
Guest review bypark
South Korea
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
Great location near the lake. Comfortable rooms and helpful staff. Lots of restaurants nearby
Guest review byDawn
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
Good service from the friendly staff. Food and private onsen were great too.
Guest review byHue
Singapore
From KZT 162,972.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,436 reviews
Great view of Lake Biwa from 21st floor. Love to come back another time.
Guest review bywing keong
Malaysia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byStephanie
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byTanya
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Beautiful town, loved the shops, quiet places.

Beautiful town, loved the shops, quiet places. Had dinner at a wonderful little place with great noodles in soup, gracious chef. There were no places for early breakfast, so ultimately went to the train station which was out of our way and found a place that opened at 9am.
Guest review bySusan
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byWai Leng
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Beautiful place to spend a relaxed day.

Beautiful place to spend a relaxed day. Take the ropeway to the top of the hill for a great view and explore the top of the hill. Strolling along the canal paths in the early evening was beautiful. Atmospheric old streets to do some shopping and have a meal just a stone's throw from the Little Bird's Hostel.
Guest review byRachel
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Moriyama sits on Lake Biwa with great access to both east...

Moriyama sits on Lake Biwa with great access to both east and west side, across the Biwako Ohashi bridge. Though Moriyama itself is very urbanized, there are many traditional villages surrounding the town such as Omihachiman. Overall, the Lake Biwa area is severely underrated and tourists should definitely consider to go!
Guest review byMiguel
Japan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byAdam
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byGregory Fortuin
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byPeter
Japan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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 byPiret
Estonia

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