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Biwafront Hikone

Hotel in Hikone

Located in Hikone, 2.6 miles from Hikone Castle, Biwafront Hikone provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

N
Natalia
From
Romania
Great value, great staff, super comfy place and amazing view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$470.80
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho

Hotel in Otsu

Located in Otsu and with Daigo-ji Temple reachable within 5.7 miles, Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

P
Pines
From
United States
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The tour of the local area was engaging and informative. It really made me appreciate the city of Otsu. I would love to come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$200.01
1 night, 2 adults

YANMAR SUNSET MARINA CLUBHOUSE&HOTEL

Hotel in Moriyama

Located in Moriyama, 12 miles from Enryaku-ji Temple, YANMAR SUNSET MARINA CLUBHOUSE&HOTEL provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a...

P
PHUC THINH
From
Japan
With the hotel being newly opened, the facilities were spotless. I enjoyed relaxing in the outdoor pool and jacuzzi, admiring the sunset behind the Hira mountains. Dinner was a meat lover's dream, with every course bursting with flavor and perfectly paired wines. The next morning, we indulged in a breakfast made from fresh Omi vegetables, delivered via room service so we could savor it while taking in the scenic view of Lake Biwa. And the staff were all incredibly friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$421.21
1 night, 2 adults

Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36589v

Hotel in Nagahama

Located in Nagahama, 13 miles from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36589v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

F
Falquet
From
Taiwan
Had a spacious and comfortable room, full kitchen available plus the owner lent me a bicycle. The location is more remote (which is what I wanted) but it means a 15-20 mins walk from the station, still feasible. The grocery store in town is also far away on foot so I recommend a car or bike while staying. The owner is very kind and helpful. The area is very peaceful and beautiful, I recommend biking to Odani castle (~20 mins) for a great hike and view. 5 min train ride to Nagahama station from Torihime station, so it's very easy to explore Nagahama and see Lake Biwa for the day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$86.69
1 night, 2 adults

Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36613v

Hotel in Nagahama

Located in Nagahama, 13 miles from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36613v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
$82.75
1 night, 2 adults

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Hotel in Takashima

Located in Takashima, within 18 miles of Kehi Shrine and 20 miles of Omimaiko Beach, 滋賀高島3A,1日1組限定の隠れ宿, けしきのお宿メタセコイアの森,ミドルplan,炭火BBQ機材無料貸出,琵琶湖レジャー,女子大興奮おしゃれ一棟貸グランピング provides accommodations with a...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$403.23
1 night, 2 adults

WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v

Hotel in Otsu

Located in Otsu, 6 miles from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$156.04
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...

J
John
From
Canada
close to family I was visiting and close to train station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
$86.96
1 night, 2 adults

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Hotel in Otsu

Located 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
LIK MUN
From
Hong Kong
The room is very spacious, after opening 2 luggages on the floor, I can still walk around the room freely without worrying being tripped. The room is clean and quiet. The toilet, washing basin and bathing area are all separated. The lake view is simply marvellous. The breakfast (buffet) is fantastic, lots of varieties to choose from. There is a convenience store in the lobby. A supermarket can be found at the entrance of the hotel. There are 2 swimming pools, but they are not opened on the day of my stay. A nearby Aeon Mall is only a few minutes drive away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,623 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$145.80
1 night, 2 adults

HOTEL R9 The Yard Nagahama

Hotel in Nagahama

HOTEL R9 The Yard Nagahama has accommodations in Nagahama. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

J
Julia
From
United States
The coin laundry and vending machines were very conveniently close. The free instant meals helped when I had no time to buy dinner upon arrival.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
Location 7.8
Price from
$103.26
1 night, 2 adults
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Lake Biwa's best hotels with breakfast

  • Biwako Hotel

    Hotel in Otsu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 826 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 $269.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews

    Hotel Route-Inn Nagahama Inter is located in Nagahama, within 10 miles of Hikone Castle and 5.7 miles of Green Park Santo. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located within 10 miles of Hikone Castle and 7 miles of Green Park Santo, Super Hotel Shiga Nagahama Tennen Onsen provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nagahama.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Located in Nagahama, 14 miles from Hikone Castle, 須賀谷温泉 provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free shuttle service.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Located in Takashima, within 17 miles of Kehi Shrine and 21 miles of Omimaiko Beach, Forest Villa YUMESUZU the Closest Accommodation to the Metasequoia Tree-lined Avenue provides accommodations with a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Located in Nagahama, 7.5 miles from Hikone Castle, RESORT SPA FutureRESORT has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

    From $114.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Located in Moriyama, within 12 miles of Enryaku-ji Temple and 12 miles of Sanzen-in Temple, Setre Marina Biwako has accommodations with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    From $434.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,114 reviews

    Located 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 $230.31 per night

Budget hotels in Lake Biwa

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Located in Nagahama, 13 miles from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 78228v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From $86.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews

    Toyoko Inn Maibara eki Shinkansen Nishi guchi is located in Maibara, 4.2 miles from Hikone Castle and a few steps from Maibara Station.

    From $82.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

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

    From $119.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 447 reviews

    Urban Hotel Minami Kusatsu is located in Kusatsu, within 11 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 12 miles of Shoren-in Temple.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews

    Located in Hikone, within a 15-minute walk of Hikone Castle and 3.9 miles of Maibara Station, Hikone Station Hotel has accommodations with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

    From $99.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

    Located in Hikone, 2.6 miles from Hikone Castle, Biwafront Hikone provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From $425.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Located in Otsu, 6 miles from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 78585v has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Located within 6.1 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 6.7 miles of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 61955v has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Located in Nagahama, 13 miles from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36589v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Located in Nagahama, 13 miles from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36613v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located within 6.1 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 6.7 miles of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Biwako Otsu - Vacation STAY 19732v has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Located in Otsu, 6 miles from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews

    Located in Nagahama, 8.3 miles from Hikone Castle, Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 720 reviews

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

    From $95.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

    Hikone Castle Resort & Spa is located in Hikone, within a 5-minute walk of Hikone Castle and 3.8 miles of Maibara Station.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,623 reviews
    The room is very spacious, after opening 2 luggages on the floor, I can still walk around the room freely without worrying being tripped. The room is clean and quiet. The toilet, washing basin and bathing area are all separated. The lake view is simply marvellous. The breakfast (buffet) is fantastic, lots of varieties to choose from. There is a convenience store in the lobby. A supermarket can be found at the entrance of the hotel. There are 2 swimming pools, but they are not opened on the day of my stay. A nearby Aeon Mall is only a few minutes drive away.
    Guest review by
    LIK MUN
    Hong Kong
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
    Incredible ryokan experience! We loved the tranquil scenery which overlooked Lake Biwa. Breakfast and dinner were exceptional and traditional. We stayed two nights and the meals were never repeated. We loved the in room outdoor onsen overlooking the lake and the massage chair was a nice touch. A very relaxing stay. The staff was very friendly and really tried to speak English to us. We had no communication barriers. Will definitely return and highly recommend this ryokan. Very memorable experience.
    Guest review by
    Todd
    United States
  • From $95.79 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 720 reviews
    I loved the location, in Moiyama Station. I loved the staff. I wanted to live here! There is a good fitness center on 3rd floor, a bit expensive but worth it. This is an outstanding value, looking forward to being in Moriyama and staying again.
    Guest review by
    Dodi
    Japan
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
    The location is perfect, and the staff were welcoming (I’ve stayed here many times, and the staff have not always been so friendly, so this is a big improvement). We liked the feeling of being at a beach cabin and the great views from our room.
    Guest review by
    Lisa
    Japan
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews
    The location was right across from the castle and close to the station, the staff were very friendly, the room was clean, and the breakfast was phenomenal! I’ll be thinking about that breakfast for a while
    Guest review by
    Kelsey
    United States
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
    It is very near my university and located near restaurants and sites. we were able to borrow their bicycles for free and we got around using these bikes. it was very convenient.
    Guest review by
    Carmen
    Philippines
  • From $269.03 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews
    Very spacious and comfortable room with balcony and nice lake view, free on-site parking, delicious breakfast with both Japanese and western food, friendly and helpful staff
    Guest review by
    KM
    Hong Kong
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
    Hotel is very old but room was big and comfortable with a beautiful view of the lake. Staff was polite and helpful. Satisfactory breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Japan
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 526 reviews
    Comfortable place with a great location and good breakfast in the morning. Convenient having the train station so close by
    Guest review by
    Will
    United States
  • From $283.98 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews
    wonderful view of the lake with beautiful onsen and tasty dinner, very nice experience
    Guest review by
    Olivia
    Switzerland
  • From $269.03 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
    Good service from the friendly staff. Food and private onsen were great too.
    Guest review by
    Hue
    Singapore
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews
    The location is convenient if you intend to take the ferry.
    Guest review by
    Y
    United States
  • From $169.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 523 reviews
    The staff was very helpful! Breakfast was great!
    Guest review by
    Hiromi
    United States
  • From $399.95 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 906 reviews
    We like the location of the hotel.
    Guest review by
    Malai
    Thailand

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities in Lake Biwa

  • 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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