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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. wonderful view of the lake with beautiful onsen and tasty dinner, very nice experience

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9.2
Superb
430 reviews
Price from
US$275
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. 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.

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9
Superb
931 reviews
Price from
US$181
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 11F Onsen is the best!! The view is extraordinary, also the water's heat is very fine. The full set dinner also gives lots of Japanese taste I was looking for. There's also transportation provided by Yumotokan for arriving and departing customers to the nearest station.

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9
Superb
956 reviews
Price from
US$244
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$43
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. Everything about our stay is perfect. This Ryokan is full of character. Great hospitality from the owner - they are very friendly and made sure our stay was comfortable and provided good dinner recommendations. Having an onsen in the ryokan is a huge bonus - this is probably the highlight of our stay. Authentic Japanese breakfast served. The location is near the train station making sites around Lake Biwa accessible. We're so glad we stayed here.

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9
Superb
90 reviews
Price from
US$61
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
6 reviews
Price from
US$278
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. The staff were very friendly, and the facilities were clean, which made my stay very pleasant.

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9
Superb
62 reviews
Price from
US$304
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
119 reviews
Price from
US$365
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 food, pleasant staff and great onsen. Frequent shuttles to and from train station was a plus.

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8
Very good
270 reviews
Price from
US$245
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. The homemade Japanese breakfasts were phenomenal and a very good value. Almost unbelievable. Each day was different, with a healthy balance of vegetables, proteins, and carbs (rice). Authentic, and served by a wonderful woman.

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8.7
Fabulous
232 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

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FAQs about ryokans in Lake Biwa

  • There are 21 ryokans in Lake Biwa you can book on Booking.com.

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

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

  • We make it quick and easy to book a ryokan in Lake Biwa. Here’s what we offer:

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  • 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 Yumotokan.

  • Most ryokans on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • The average price per night for a ryokan in Lake Biwa for this weekend is US$485, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • 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.

  • Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi, Ryokan Beniayu and Yuzanso 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.

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