For a reward trip for couples! 5 Luxury Hotels and ryokan Where You Can Fully Enjoy Lake Biwa's Spectacular Views

If you're a couple who's tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, why not treat yourself to a relaxing trip on your day off? If you're going on a reward trip, choosing the right hotel is also important. Why not splurge a little more than usual and choose a special hotel? We recommend a hotel by Lake Biwa, where you can enjoy the natural scenery of Shiga while staying at the inn. You won't get tired because you won't have to sightsee in the crowds.

Shiga is dotted with many spots where you can experience something out of the ordinary, such as Biwako Valley, where you can enjoy the spectacular views of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake, which takes up about one-sixth of the prefecture's land area, and Chikubujima, a famous power spot. You can also enjoy local ingredients such as fish caught in Lake Biwa and seasonal mountain delicacies. Splurge a little and stay at a gourmet inn where you can enjoy exquisite gourmet food such as Omi beef, and your trip is sure to be special!

This time, from among the many hotels in Shiga, we have picked out luxury inns where you can enjoy the magnificent view of the mystical Lake Biwa from the comfort of your own room. There is no need to walk around in a crowd, and you can enjoy the magnificent view of Lake Biwa just for two on the inn grounds, so you can immerse yourself in elegance. There are also restaurants where you can enjoy meal while looking out at the lake view, so you can spend a luxurious time enjoying the scenery while savoring a delicious dinner. Absorb the energy of nature and enjoy the ultimate relaxation.

Located about a 10-minute drive from Nagahara Station, L' L'Hotel du Lac is a lakeside auberge-style resort hotel located on the shores of Lake Biwa. Its location offers magnificent views of the mystical Lake Biwa and Chikubushima Island, famous as a power spot.

There are 15 guest rooms in total. This is the "Garden Suite Twin Room" with a sophisticated interior. You can enjoy a lake view from the bedroom and bathroom. Enjoy a relaxing time with your partner.

At the restaurant "SOWER," you can enjoy "Kobe cuisine," which is a reinterpretation of the history and food culture of Oku-Biwako. The dishes, which emphasize the sense of the season, are beautifully presented and visually appealing. Enjoying carefully selected dishes in a high-quality space will make meal a special one.

The vast grounds include a tennis court and a viewing hill overlooking Lake Biwa, and a private pool is also available during the summer season. The private pool overlooking Takeo Island is full of openness! There are plenty of features to keep you from getting bored during your stay.

Ogoto onsen Biwako Ryokusuitei is located about a 7-minute drive from Ogoto onsen Station. A luxurious view of the majestic Lake Biwa spreads out before your eyes. The design concept of the inn is a relaxing space that emphasizes "time to relax." This is the perfect onsen inn for adult couples to spend some relaxing time.

The guest room with an open-air bath, "Manyo," is a relaxing space built in a purely Japanese style. From the living room, you can enjoy the view of Lake Biwa and the sunrise from the balcony. Just gazing at the view outside while listening to the sound of the lake is a luxurious experience that you can't usually enjoy.

The large public bath "Yutate" is a rare open-air bath for women with a hollowed-out rock bath. Enjoy a relaxing onsen bath surrounded by negative ions in the air. There are also hand and foot baths in the "Suikagami no Chutei" that you can enjoy with your partner.

For dinner, you can enjoy dishes that incorporate plenty of delicious seasonal ingredients. You can also try Omi beef, a specialty of Shiga. Enjoy the dishes that highlight the flavor of the ingredients.

Located about 10 minutes by car from Takatsuki Station, Ryokan Beniayu quietly sits in Onoe onsen, the inner sanctum of Lake Biwa. All 16 rooms are equipped with semi-open-air baths, and from the rooms you can see the eight magnificent views of Lake Biwa. Why not spend some relaxing time at this charming, purely Japanese-style ryokan?

A relaxing Japanese-style room is sure to soothe your tired body after a lot of fun. You can also enjoy the semi-open-air bath with your partner without any worries. The rooms are equipped with massage chairs, so after enjoying onsen in your room, you can relax even further by loosening up your body.

In the large public bath, you can enjoy two types of baths: a marble indoor bath and a granite open-air bath. From the open-air bath, you can enjoy the magnificent view of Lake Biwa and Chikubushima Island, which will help you relieve your daily fatigue. There is also a bedrock bath made of heated "Chomei Stone," so onsen lovers can spend a relaxing time there.

The inn's name "Beni Ayu" comes from the name of the legendary Benisashi Ayu, and every menu item is exquisite, allowing you to fully enjoy the bounty of Lake Biwa and Shiga. Enjoy the dishes that can only be tasted here and spend a special time with your loved one.

Located about 3 minutes by car from Shiga Station, "Lake Biwa Matsunoura Bettei - A Lakeside Hot onsen Resort Where You Can Stay With Your Dog" is a place surrounded by the lake and mountains, where you can experience the richness of nature throughout the seasons with all five senses. It is also equipped with a self-salon and dog run where you can enjoy time with your dog, making it the perfect place for couples who want to enjoy a date night with their dog.

Matsunoura Deluxe Suite "Shorai" is a spacious room of about 90 square meters. The terrace is equipped with comfortable chairs, and you can enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Biwa. Why not take your time to talk about things you normally can't talk about while looking at the view outside?

For dinner, you can enjoy carefully prepared Japanese cuisine at the dining area "Gamo-no." One of the attractions of this restaurant is that it uses not only local ingredients, but also carefully selected ingredients sourced from all over Japan and the world. You can also try a steak made from the branded Japanese beef "Omi Beef." It has a high degree of marbledness and a mellow flavor that fills your mouth.

Located about a 5-minute drive from Ogoto onsen Station, Ogoto onsen Yumotokan is located in a corner of the historic Ogoto onsen. With a spectacular open-air bath on the top floor, a wide variety of dining options, and a cafe terrace, you can enjoy a luxurious stay without getting bored. Why not try it out for an adult holiday?

The "Japanese-style semi-suite with onsen spring bath" at "Hanare Karoi" is a room with a great view. You can enjoy the view from the open-air bath in the room. The open-air bath is right next to the bedroom, so once your body has warmed up in onsen, you can just roll around in bed and take a nap, and relax.

The private lounge, "Kayaashi Lounge," is a special space that can only be used by guests staying at "Hanare Kayaashi." It is equipped with a foot bath where you can enjoy the view outside, so why not warm up with your partner while feeling the refreshing forest breeze?

The large public bath, "Gekkoro no Yu," is an open-air bath with a spectacular view of Lake Biwa from the top 11th floor. It's nice to get up a little early and enjoy the morning glow while relaxing in the hot onsen. You'll be soothed by the spectacular view that can only be seen here, and have a wonderful start to your day.

For dinner, we will serve seasonal Kyoto Kaiseki cuisine using ingredients carefully selected by the head chef himself. The beautiful food will surely satisfy both your stomach and your soul.

Shiga has many high-quality lodgings where you can enjoy nature to the fullest. By surrendering yourself to the majestic nature and spending a relaxing and luxurious time, you will be able to recharge your energy and work hard again. It will give you peace of mind and deepen your relationship with your partner.♡ On your next day off, why not take a relaxing trip to the nature of Lake Biwa and release your body and mind?