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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.

J
Jan-Niklas
From
Germany
Each room has a lake view and is beautifully furnished. The Onsen are well equipped and you can sit in them while enjoying the view on the lake with a fresh breeze coming your way. Although somewhat limited in English, the staff was very committed to helping us in any matter. Definitely recommend visiting the lounge on the 10th floor for drinks (some are free in the evening) and a very pretty small shop, full of locally sourced products (culinary and small arts). After our evening Onsen round, the hotel offered amazing Soba to close the night. We took the breakfast in the morning and were not disappointed, as it features plenty of very delicious options.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
Price from
US$283.81
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.

P
Peter
From
Austria
The staff were very kind and helpful in making the stay very special. Through their recommendations, we had wonderful culinary experiences which were unforgettable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
US$188.01
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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$182.65
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Price from
US$77.79
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, 10 reviews
Price from
US$146.68
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
Azman
From
Malaysia
The room provided ample space for our family during our stay in Japan. The front desk staff was incredibly helpful, making check-in a breeze. Their flexibility in allowing us to store our luggage after check-out was greatly appreciated. I look forward to returning for another stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,188 reviews
Price from
US$61.31
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.

E
Enkh-Amgalan
From
Japan
View from my window was spectacular
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,506 reviews
Price from
US$123.36
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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Price from
US$86.85
1 night, 2 adults

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, 105 reviews
Price from
US$263.12
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
Price from
US$86.85
1 night, 2 adults
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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$70.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 745 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$104.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 40 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$257.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews

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$57.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,048 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$88.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 196 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$51.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 950 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$62.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 633 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$64.37 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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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$80.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Toyoko Inn Biwako sen Minami Kusatsu eki Nishi guchi is located in Kusatsu, 20 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 21 km from Shoren-in Temple.

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Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is set in Otsu, 9.4 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 10 km from Shoren-in Temple. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$59.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
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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$86.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 126 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$86.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 153 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$91.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Situated within 17 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 18 km of Shoren-in Temple, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta features rooms in Otsu.

From US$57.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

Located in Moriyama, 19 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, Hotel Biwako Plaza provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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Biwafront Hikone

Hotel in Hikone
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 273 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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

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...

From US$175.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 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$84.31 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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 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$84.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Service: all staff were gracious, kind, friendly. Free drinks were offered on beautiful space with terrace overlooking the lit-up grounds of Hikone Castle. We were also picked up from the station by the hotel shuttle bus Location: perfect, overlooking the moats of Hikone Castle, and nearby all restaurants, Castle Street, and the castle and gardens. Quiet and beautiful in November. A ten minute walk back to the station, which links directly with Kyoto (45 mins away on train) Breakfast: great variety of Japanese and western-style dishes, continually replenished, and absolutely delicious. First class cooking and presentation. We loved it. Rooms: mostly single rooms. Six of us stayed in a single room each. Clean, comfortable, spacious. Other: super onsen, with views to castle; spacious foyer, lobby, library and waiting areas, again with some superb artwork, objects and views; tremendous value-for-money. On check-out, we stored our luggage and stayed the day in Hikone before picking our bags up again, and we were very grateful for this free service. Summary: an excellent hotel operating to very high standards of hospitality. Perfect location in a lovely and historic town. We only stayed one night, but wished we had stayed more, and we would be delighted to return.
Guest review by
David
United Kingdom
From US$176.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews
Huge room size and the bed is just facing towards the lake. The view is magnificent. Breakfast is great with lots of food option. Bike rental available (normal bike & electric bike). The hotel also provide shuttle bus service to Otsu Station (3 bus every hour). The Pier is just few steps from hotel and they offer 20% off for cruise ticket.
Guest review by
MM
Hong Kong
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
awesome staff were friendly helpful and the location is just near Kusatsu station. it takes 15 mins to get to Kyoto on the local JR line. stayed out of the maddening crowds and were one of the locals. well almost no tourists here so I stood out well and truly. loved this hotel will come pack.
Guest review by
Deidre
Australia
From US$252.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
So romantic I wish we could have stayed forever!!! The en-suite private onsen is on the balcony of the room and also the shower so super shy people might have a problem. Everything was perfect tho, it is a precious memory from our trip.
Guest review by
Dominika
Slovakia
From US$282.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 955 reviews
Very good food, amazing service, very nice private onsen. It was a pleasure to stay and our whole time there was amazing. Looking forward to visit again.
Guest review by
Robert
Germany
From US$63.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
the place was very clean and comfy, the staff was very nice and kind, very good located
Guest review by
Nadine
Switzerland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
Meals were exceptional and the experience treasure our memory for years to come.
Guest review by
陈康
United States
From US$70.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Very spacious room with a nice big window and view. Cool showa-era style room
Guest review by
Leon-Maurice
Germany
From US$160.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews
Service in Japan is great but service in hotel Grazie is outstanding!! 👏
Guest review by
Milo007
Czech Republic
From US$79.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 709 reviews
Very clean comfortable hotel with efficient helpful staff.
Guest review by
Chee Hoong
Malaysia
From US$76.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
Great room, nice to take a walk and cycle by the lake
Guest review by
teh wei lung
Singapore
From US$60.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
The cleanliness, the location and the hotel staffs.
Guest review by
Sirikiatikul
Thailand
From US$224.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
The view of Lake Biwa, the amazing private onsen.
Guest review by
Jennifer
Luxembourg
From US$61.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Comfortable. All the essentials one could need.
Guest review by
Stephen
United Kingdom
From US$90.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,506 reviews
View from my window was spectacular
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Enkh-Amgalan
Japan

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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 by
Stephanie
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 by
Tanya
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 by
Susan
United States
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 by
Adam
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 by
Wai Leng
Singapore
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 by
Matheus
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 by
Gregory 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 by
Peter
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 by
Piret
Estonia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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