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Japanese-style rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor and traditional futon bedding, while Western rooms come with beds and a sofa. All rooms all soundproof and air-conditioned, and fitted with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an attached bathroom. The rooms are beautiful, the view is amazing, the staff are absolutely lovely. The private hot springs are great. This place is very charming - even magical. Experiencing Biwako Hanakaido felt like experiencing proper Japanese traditions/customs. It felt like a privilege. It's a truly rare and amazing experience that isn't easy to come by. I highly recommend spending a night or a few here.

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9.2
Superb
427 reviews
Price from
US$279
per night

The air-conditioned rooms come with Japanese Yukata robes, a fridge and a seating area with low tables and cushions. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with Western-style beds or in rooms with Japanese futon bedding and tatami (woven-straw) floors. Guests can watch international programmes on a flat-screen TV (BBC World, Phoenix InfoNews Channel, TVBS and YTN). The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. I liked how friendly the staff was and how many things there were to do at the facility! We did onsen (in our room and the public onsen), walked around the grounds, did karaoke, and enjoyed the multi course dinner!

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9
Superb
921 reviews
Price from
US$183
per night

Some accommodation includes a terrace and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the ryokan, some units are fitted with a coffee machine and chocolates or cookies.

A buffet breakfast is available at the ryokan. There is a coffee shop on-site. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. The room was spacious and clean. Free snacks and tea were included, and amenities were readily available. Dinner was excellent, and breakfast was good, too. I tried 3 out of 4 of the public baths (none of the reservable private ones, though) and found them all to be very nice. I liked the indoor one on the 8th floor (which had an open air as well) the most, though the open air bath on the 11th floor was great , too. Staff were very friendly and warm, too. It was easy to access from Ogoto onsen station because there's a phone that allows you to call the shuttle bus.

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9
Superb
959 reviews
Price from
US$247
per night

The ryokan features a flat-screen TV. Featuring free private parking, this 2-star ryokan also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a shared bathroom.

Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Takashima, like fishing. Fantastic dinner. Room was spacious with a great view.

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9
Superb
74 reviews
Price from
US$44
per night

Set in Takashima in the Shiga region, Marumo Ryokan offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a public bath. With a garden, the 1-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The ryokan features family rooms. The host of the guesthouse was very kind, and the extra dinner we ordered—Wagyu sukiyaki—was incredibly delicious. I would definitely visit again if I have the chance!

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9
Superb
90 reviews
Price from
US$62
per night

Boasting a hot spring bath, Dantokan Kikunoya is located a 5-minute drive from JR Ogoto Onsen Station. Free pick-up from the station is available upon advance request. Decorated with modern interiors, Japanese-style guestrooms are fitted with tatami (woven straw) flooring. Free parking and free WiFi access in the lobby are available.

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
US$282
per night

Situated just 26 km from Hikone Castle, Ryokan Beniayu features accommodation in Nagahama with access to an open-air bath, free bikes, as well as a lift. Each accommodation at the 3-star ryokan has lake views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna and a hot spring bath. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. 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.

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9
Superb
60 reviews
Price from
US$308
per night

長浜城下 町屋ホテル 和乃リトリートひといき features a sauna and free private parking, and is within 14 km of Hikone Castle and 8.6 km of Maibara Station. This recently renovated ryokan is located 10 km from Green Park Santo and 27 km from Taga-taisha Shrine. The ryokan has family rooms. Our room was wonderful. The amenities were thoughtful and high quality. The host was extremely friendly and treated us to a tour of beautiful Nagahama.

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8.5
Very good
117 reviews
Price from
US$369
per night

KAMENOI HOTEL Hikone provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 2.7 km of Hikone Castle and 6 km of Maibara Station. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and free shuttle service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. Amazing kaiseki dinner and breakfast. Great view of Lake Biwa.

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8
Very good
267 reviews
Price from
US$180
per night

Located in Hikone, less than 1 km from Hikone Castle, Honmachi Juku has a garden, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access. The 2-star ryokan is 7.2 km from Maibara Station. The ryokan features family rooms. Everything was great, amazing building, very comfortable facilities, room and futon. Staff was kind and friendly. Also in a great location and the meal was delicious!

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8.7
Fabulous
232 reviews
Price from
US$48
per night

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FAQs about ryokans in Lake Biwa

  • Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi, Yuzanso and Ryokan Beniayu have received great reviews from guests in Lake Biwa regarding the views from these ryokans

    Guests staying in Lake Biwa also spoke highly of the views from these ryokans: Biwako Hanakaido, Biwako Ryokusuitei and Honmachi Juku.

  • Many families visiting Lake Biwa loved staying at Marumo Ryokan, Ryokan Beniayu and Ebisusou.

    Similarly, Biwako Hanakaido, Biwako Ryokusuitei and Dantokan Kikunoya are also popular among family travellers.

  • The average price per night for a ryokan in Lake Biwa for this weekend is US$342, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • There are 20 ryokans in Lake Biwa you can book on Booking.com.

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  • Most ryokans on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • Biwako Hanakaido, Biwako Ryokusuitei and Yumotokan are some popular ryokans in Lake Biwa.

    In addition to these ryokans, Dantokan Kikunoya, Ebisusou and Marumo Ryokan are also popular in Lake Biwa.

  • Couples travelling in Lake Biwa loved staying at Dantokan Kikunoya, Marumo Ryokan and Tobaya Ryokan.

    Similarly, these ryokans in Lake Biwa are highly rated by couples: Biwako Hanakaido, Kiyotaki Ryokan and Ebisusou.

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