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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.

K
Kevin
From
United Kingdom
Staff here are lovely, stunning views, excellent food! One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in. Definitely recommend and stay half board. Special mention for Nguyen from Vietnam who looked after us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Fri 26 Jun – Sat 27 Jun
Price from
HUF 121,865
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Jorge
From
New Zealand
Everything was great. The staff were really friendly and made us feel at home, the location was excellent and central, and the room was clean and comfortable. The snacks were a great touch after a long day of travel. We will definitely love to stay again in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Fri 5 Jun – Sat 6 Jun
Price from
HUF 38,875
1 night, 2 adults

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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Fri 26 Jun – Sat 27 Jun
Price from
HUF 73,375
1 night, 2 adults

HOTEL R9 The Yard Gamohino

Hotel in Hino

Situated in Hino, 46 km from Suzuka Circuit, HOTEL R9 The Yard Gamohino features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

p
paris
From
Australia
Quiet area, convenience store was directly across the road. Comfortable bed and free parking. Free light meal coupons handed out upon check in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Fri 5 Jun – Sat 6 Jun
Price from
HUF 17,495
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Villa YUMESUZU the closest accommodation to the metasequoia tree-lined avenue

Hotel in Takashima

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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Fri 29 May – Sat 30 May
Price from
HUF 53,920
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, 40 reviews
Fri 29 May – Sat 30 May
Price from
HUF 24,915
1 night, 2 adults

Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36589v

Hotel in Nagahama

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

M
Mark
From
United Kingdom
A beautiful building in a quiet location, and despite my minimal Japanese skills I was welcomed in and had a much needed peaceful rest on the futon. The owner is kind and patient and helped being me into conversations with other guests in the morning with a nice hot cup of coffee. She even gave me a freshly made onigiri when I checked out that was a lifesaver on the road later that day. Be aware there are no stores nearby, so you will need to bring food with you from a convenience store or similar.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Fri 5 Jun – Sat 6 Jun
Price from
HUF 24,925
1 night, 2 adults

Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36613v

Hotel in Nagahama

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

K
Kit Chi Katherine
From
Hong Kong
The guesthouse is located at the end of a small road right by the rice fields. It was very quiet and peaceful and I had a good night's sleep. The house is tastefully decorated and has all the amenities you would need, including a washing machine that you can use for a small cost. The host speaks good English and explained clearly about everything in the house. The room was clean and tidy, and the futon was very comfortable. I would recommend others to stay here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Fri 29 May – Sat 30 May
Price from
HUF 25,660
1 night, 2 adults

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.

p
paola
From
Switzerland
Excellent location. Brand new. Great hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Fri 26 Jun – Sat 27 Jun
Price from
HUF 86,350
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...

A
Alexandra
From
Japan
Comfort Hotel Hikone is warm, clean and has a great breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,181 reviews
Fri 29 May – Sat 30 May
Price from
HUF 16,330
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 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.

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

Kyukamura Ohmi-Hachiman is located in Omihachiman, 41 km from Sanzen-in Temple and 41 km from Enryaku-ji Temple. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has lake views and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 959 reviews

Located in Ritto, within 27 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 28 km of Shoren-in Temple, HOTEL ROUTE-INN KUSATSU RITTO - Ritto interchange Route 1 - provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews

Situated in Koka, within 41 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 42 km of Shoren-in Temple, Hotel Route-Inn Koka Minakuchi -Kokudo 1 gou- features accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

Located in Yōkaichi, within 47 km of Sanzen-in Temple and 48 km of Enryaku-ji Temple, Hotel Route-Inn Higashiomi Yokaichi Ekimae provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the...

Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Otsu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 877 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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

Located in Koka, 43 km from Daigo-ji Temple, HOTEL R9 The Yard Koka provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Located in Higashiomi, 48 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 666 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Right next to JR Notogawa Train Station, AZ Inn Higashi Omi features hot public baths and massage services. The soundproofed rooms include free wired internet and a flat-screen satellite TV.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Situated within 12 km of Hikone Castle and 6.8 km of Maibara Station, HMHouse 長浜北高前 A棟 features rooms in Nagahama.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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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 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Set in Nagahama, 21 km from Hikone Castle, Kishida House - Vacation STAY 36613v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 179 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...

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From HUF 60,640 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 877 reviews
Amazing, so amazing! The hotel looks like a 5* hotel, and feels like one. The interior is so fancy, I should have booked it for longer duration, considering how easy it is to reach Kyoto from here. It is double the price of a hotel from Kyoto, but the facilities make up for it. I had the Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking and the view was amazing and I was lucky enough to catch the fountain show at the docks, which can be viewed clearly from the balcony.
Guest review byStefan
Norway
From HUF 49,965 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews
Everything! It was all amazing! The location is right at Biwako, the view from the room is gorgeous, the cruise next to the hotel, the train station about 10 minutes away, the castle and park close by... The staff is so polite, efficient and friendly. I can't think of anything negative (and I am trying)...
Guest review byLucifer
Netherlands
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews
Love the onsen and terrace bar that faces Hikone castle. Fabulously attentive and helpful staff - I was struggling to walk with their raised slippers that were too large for my feet and they quickly offered me 2 smaller pairs to try and choose from during dinner. I didn't even have to say anything!
Guest review byHui Bin
Singapore
From HUF 28,765 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Just 5 mins walk from station. Easy access to site seeing spots nearby. 10 mins to Nagahama Castle, 5 mins to Nagahama harbour that take ferry to Chikubushima. Welcoming and helpful staff. Nice room with welcoming drinks, free amenities, public bath and very nice view of Biwako.
Guest review byIrene Kung
Hong Kong
From HUF 76,970 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews
The ryokan had great services including a free shuttle bus to the station, a helpful staff which does it best to understand our needs and a muslim friendly menu for both breakfast and dinner. Furthermore, the private onsen are really helpful.
Guest review byKerna
France
From HUF 76,970 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
Incredible introduction and service. (Alexa was wonderful) being picked up from the station and dropped off, room was exceptional, felt like royalty. Private dinner was wonderful, this hotel made for great memories.
Guest review byChristopher
United Kingdom
From HUF 21,420 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
This is an older hotel. However, the efficiency & friendliness of the staff, the location of the hotel plus the added extras thrown in make up for everything. Highly recommend.
Guest review byNicholas
Australia
From HUF 27,600 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,376 reviews
The spacious well equipped room with a fantastic view of Lake Biwa. We got a free upgrade to a mini suite. Thank you Otsu Prince Hotel.
Guest review byYi Sin
Singapore
From HUF 22,355 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews
The staff was very polite and patience. He answered all of our questions even though we didn’t really understand Japanese.
Guest review byEr
Singapore
From HUF 81,245 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 909 reviews
ME & MY FAMILY LOVE THE DINNER & BREAKFAST. WE WERE STUFFED!
Guest review byThadeus
Japan
From HUF 23,285 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
Great room, nice to take a walk and cycle by the lake
Guest review byteh wei lung
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Comfortable. All the essentials one could need.
Guest review byStephen
United Kingdom
From HUF 20,605 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Good location, clean and convenient!
Guest review byPattawia
United Kingdom

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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 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

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 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 byMatheus
Netherlands
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