6 Luxury Hotels Overlooking Lake Biwa, Shiga, with Lake Views, Onsen, and Gourmet Delights

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Lake Biwa is the largest lake in Japan. The area surrounding the vast Lake Biwa, which occupies approximately one-sixth of the area of Shiga, is full of rich nature and scenic spots. Biwako Valley, where you can enjoy thrills and a panoramic skywalk, is sure to be a great place to visit on a girls' trip!

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Shirahige Shrine, which stands on the surface of the lake, is a popular photo spot in Lake Biwa. Lake Biwa has a variety of attractions, and is a popular sightseeing spot recommended not only for couples' trips to enjoy the romantic nature, but also for exciting girls' trips for recreation, and solo trips for female photographers looking for special photos.

A special luxury resort is the highlight of a special trip ♡ How about rewarding yourself for all your hard work with the gift of a luxury hotel that's a bit more luxurious? This article introduces luxury hotels where you can have a special experience. Please use it as your best travel guide.

The traditional clay walls feature a variety of original furniture made from trees grown in the forests of Shiga. ``Setre Marina Biwako'' is a private resort hotel that is full of love for Shiga and has an outstanding location where you can see Lake Biwa not only from the lobby and lounge, but also from all 14 guest rooms.

All guest rooms come with hammocks♡You can enjoy the calm surface of Lake Biwa to your heart's content while being swayed by the gentle breeze. ``Setre Marina Biwako'' is based on the concept of ``getting away from your busy daily life'' for a short while, and is recommended for solo trips for women who can enjoy it without worrying about time. The time you spend relaxing in a hammock and immersing yourself in reading or listening to music is a special moment that cannot be replaced by anything else.

Setre Marina Biwako is a place where you can enjoy relaxing time outside of your room. The guest-only lounge is stocked with a wide selection of chef-prepared sweets, light meals, drinks, and more to keep guests entertained. Additionally, the hotel is fully equipped with facilities such as a library with about 200 books produced by the bookstore manager and a theater room where you can immerse yourself in memories of your trip. It's great to have a fulfilling trip walking around all the sightseeing spots, but let's enjoy the quiet, extraordinary time here.

The biggest attraction Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel is the variety of dishes prepared in the hotel's signature open kitchen. Breathe in the grilling sounds and aromas coming from the open kitchen and your stomach will be ready! You can enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Biwa from the dining room located on the 12th floor, so enjoy a luxurious meal using not only your tongue, but also your eyes, ears, and nose ♡

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel has plenty of activity facilities such as futsal courts, tennis courts, and pools, and is recommended for a fun girls' trip! If you go back to your childhood and chase the ball, dinner time may come before you know it. Necessary items such as shoes, balls, and swimsuits can be rented, so you can enjoy the event empty-handed.

Special guest rooms with onsen baths are recommended for girls' trips where you might end up taking side trips and chatting too much. If you have a room with a onsen, you can enjoy onsen without worrying about the time even if you check in late. Enjoying the view of Lake Biwa and the mountains of Hira while soaking in a high-quality onsen is an exquisite moment that can only be experienced today.

L'Hotel L'Hotel du Lac a resort hotel located in the rich natural surroundings of Lake Biwa Quasi-National Park. There are only 15 guest rooms and a wide range of in-house facilities on a vast site of approximately 40,000 tsubo. In today's society overflowing with things and information, ``nothing'' is a precious thing. Please ask your lover who loves smartphone games to be patient just for this moment and enjoy the extraordinary experience of ``nothing''.

If you want to spend special time with your lover, we recommend a villa-type room where you can enjoy a sense of privacy. There are four types of villa suites at L'Hotel du Lac: ``Lake View Villa Suite with Terrace,'' ``Villa Suite/Modern Japanese,'' ``Villa Suite/Nordic,'' and ``Dog Villa Suite,'' each with a different taste. Check-out is late at 12:00, so don't worry if you relax too much and accidentally oversleep ♡

There is also a private pool on the premises that overlooks Lake Biwa and is open only during the summer. The vast panoramic view with no obstructions other than the pleasant greenery is truly spectacular! If you relax under a white parasol that stands out against the blue sky, you'll feel like a rich celebrity actress ♡ He might even look more handsome than usual when he's lying next to you...?!

`` Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel'' has a unique exterior that looks like a cylinder split in half. There is a "Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel Hotel Welcome Counter" at the Hachijo Exit of the Shinkansen at Kyoto Station, so when you get off the Shinkansen, leave your luggage at the counter and go straight to Kyoto sightseeing. Accommodation is recommended for women's trips where you tend to carry a lot of luggage.

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is a 38-story lakeside skyscraper with a height of 136 meters above ground, allowing you to enjoy a 180-degree view of Lake Biwa. Of course all rooms have lake views. When you look at the vast Lake Biwa far below, your daily worries will seem insignificant. When staying overnight, be sure to enjoy the spectacular views from the higher floors.

At the Lakeside Garden facing Lake Biwa, which is only open during the summer, you can enjoy a barbecue while watching the sunset. The white tarp tent that stands out against the changing sky is sure to look great ♡ Enjoy your fill of meat and fresh seafood in the stylish lakeside garden.

Biwako Hotel is a historic resort hotel that opened in 1934. The building itself was rebuilt in 1998 and has been reborn into a modern building with beautiful gentle curves, but the spirit of hospitality that has been passed down over the years remains unchanged. Based on the concept of ``Resort & Relax,'' we create a comfortable time nestled in the majestic Lake Biwa.

The biggest attraction Biwako Hotel is its vast public bath overlooking the lake! Stretch your legs in the spacious public bath, which looks like a swimming pool, and look up to see the calm surface of Lake Biwa spreading out across your field of vision. Of course, there is also an open-air bath with plenty of openness. There is Ruri onsen which is said to be effective in recovering from fatigue, so let's take care of your tired body from walking ♡

If you want to fully enjoy your luxury trip, take the plunge and stay on the highest floor, ``Premier Luxury Floor Vista.'' The luxury floor, which has only 4 rooms, has an air bath that is integrated with the bedroom, and you can see the blue surface of Lake Biwa through the bed. There are plenty of benefits, such as relaxing with the coffee machine in the room and free use of the minibar, which includes local specialty drinks (some charges apply).

Do you know “Ogoto onsen”? Ogoto onsen, the pride of Shiga, is a historic onsen that was opened by Dengyo Daishi Saicho 1,200 years ago. Ogoto onsen is highly alkaline and is also known as the ``hot spring for beautiful skin.'' Biwako Grand Hotel is where you can enjoy onsen with an outstanding view. From the open-air bath with a view, you can watch Lake Biwa bathed in the setting sun to your heart's content.

If you're going to stay at this hotel, we definitely recommend staying at Kyo Omi, which has a private open-air bath in every room. The Japanese-style room with the pleasant scent of tatami mats will make you feel as if you are visiting your parents' home in the countryside.There are also 4 types of private baths in the hotel, so you can enjoy the onsen to your heart's content in the style of your choice.

After relaxing your body in the skin-beautifying hot water, enjoy the luxurious seasonal flavors♡There are so many dishes made with carefully selected ingredients that it's hard to count them all. After stuffing yourself with food until you're full, you can lie down on the fluffy futon while being soothed by the scent of the tatami.

Ogoto Onsen Biwako onsen is located on the west bank of Lake Biwa, with Mt. Hiei in the back and Lake onsen in the front.
The inn was designed to bring the natural landscape to life, and you can enjoy the picture-postcard-perfect view of Lake Biwa from a variety of locations, including the open-air bath in the guest room, the lobby of ryokan, and the terrace of the room.

Some rooms come with an open-air cypress bath and a terrace, allowing you to enjoy a luxurious stay. Some rooms are equipped with Simmons beds, so you can relax and unwind after a long day of travel.

Once you've enjoyed your bath to your heart's content, you'll want to stop by the after-bath library. There are also books related to Shiga, so you can relax while reading. It's nice to relax and cool off while looking out at the courtyard with a free soft drink, coffee, or popsicle in hand.

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa is located in an easily accessible location, just a 10-minute walk from Nagahama Station. It is a resort hotel on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa. You can enjoy different views as the time passes, from the sparkling lakeside during the day to the sunset as the sun sets.

Lake view rooms come in a variety of styles, including Western-style rooms, Japanese-style rooms, and Japanese-Western style rooms, so please choose one that suits your travel needs. The Standard Deluxe Suite Lake View is 140 square meters and is spacious, so you can relax and unwind. Enjoy a blissful moment as you lie in bed and gaze out at Lake Biwa.

The open-air bath ``Nagahama Taiko onsen'' is a hot spring connected to Lord Taiko Hideyoshi. The unusually colored onsen are clear in color when they gush out, but when exposed to air they gradually oxidize and turn rust-colored. The large public bath also has a sauna, so why not relax in the open-air bath and then refresh yourself in the sauna?

The concept of Ogoto onsen Biwako Hanakaido is an inn where you can relax and unwind. Inside the hotel, where you can feel the Taisho Romantic atmosphere, there are many facilities and services that women will enjoy, such as onsen with a quality that is said to be a ``hot spring for beautiful skin,'' a choice of yukata, and a comprehensive relaxation spa! It's also perfect for a stay to reward yourself for your hard work every day.

For those who want to stay at a hotel where you can fully enjoy the charm of Shiga, we recommend "onsenWestern-style room with open-air bath -Nakagawa woodcraft concept room-". The twin rooms with open-air baths are abundantly sprinkled with furnishings of Nakagawa woodwork, a traditional technique with a history of 700 years. The guest rooms surrounded by world-class crafts in Shiga and Otsu are just like museums where you can stay.

In the large public bath, you can enjoy Ogoto Onsen, also known as the `` onsen for beautiful skin'', with 4 types of onsen. There are ``Bankara-no-yu'' where you can enjoy a lie-down bath, ``Hidamari-no-yu'' where you can bathe in the sunlight, ``Haikara-no-yu'' which is a traditional and standard bath, and ``Komorebi-no-yu'' which is a small open-air bath where the sunlight filters through the leaves. Also various. Please enjoy visiting the hot springs as much as you like.

``Regina Resort Biwako'' allows you to bring your dog along, and with its extensive pet services, it is the perfect hotel for your first trip with your dog. The guest rooms and open-air onsen are all laid out so that you can enjoy the view of Lake Biwa. Enjoy a luxurious stay where you can enjoy the lake view with your dog. The glass art panel at the front desk depicting the surface of Lake Biwa and the evening view is very stylish and impressive.

If you choose a room on the first floor, all types of rooms come with semi-open-onsen and private gardens. The private garden is paved with wood chips and has become a simple dog run. While soaking in the open-air onsen, you can relax and watch your dog frolic in the garden. The guest rooms are based on brown and white and have a chic and modern atmosphere. All rooms have a separate living room and bedroom, so you can stay comfortably.

Inside the facility, there are plenty of facilities and services that not only owners but also dogs can enjoy comfortably! In addition to foot washing stations, the elevators are equipped with monitors to prevent collisions between dogs. There are no gaps, so your dog can ride with you safely. One of the great things about this hotel is that the guest rooms are equipped with all the necessary equipment for your dog, so owners can enjoy their stay with ease.

`` Yuzanso'' is located on a hill overlooking Lake Biwa. It is about 20 minutes from Kyoto Station, and has excellent access to tourist spots. All rooms in the hotel are located on the lake side, so you can enjoy the lake view from every room. Ogoto onsen, which you can enjoy in the large public bath, has a mellow and gentle bathing sensation. It is said to be effective for beautifying the skin and for neuralgia. There are also many spots where adults can relax, such as ``Yamaboushi'', a wine bar with jazz music, and ``Satoyama'', where you can enjoy local sake.

For those who want to feel completely luxurious, we recommend the "Satoyama Suite" room. The interior of the guest room has a relaxed atmosphere yet feels luxurious. The spacious veranda has an open-air bath and deck chairs. After taking a bath while admiring the impressive view of Mt. Hiei and Lake Biwa, you can feel refreshed by relaxing in a deck chair.

"Omi Folktale Raiburari" is a room where you can enjoy folk tales handed down from Shiga. Not only can you read books about folk tales freely, but there is also an animation of folk tales every night at 8pm~. There is a hearth, and the nostalgic mood is also full. Listening to Shiga folk songs in such a room will make you feel ♪ even more excited.

``Kohoku no Sora Futari no Yado Kihiro'' is an inn for two people. There's a cafe with an open terrace with a beautiful lake view, and a private bath where you can enjoy Onoue onsen, famous for its beautiful skin, in a private space. This inn is fully equipped with facilities that will make you want to spend a special day with your loved ones. Lover, friend, couple, who would you visit with?

There are a total of 7 guest rooms. All rooms have different floor plans and concepts. Which room should I choose? I can't help but fall in love with it. Lake Biwa can be seen from all rooms, so you can feel luxurious as you lie on a fluffy Simmons bed and look out at the lake view♡The rooms at ``Ni'' have a Japanese style with a touch of Western spice. A modern Japanese room. The room has tatami flooring, so feel free to wear bare feet.

For meal, you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine that focuses on locally produced ingredients. We recommend the ``Omi Beef Meal'' plan. Meat sushi is so delicious that it melts in your mouth the moment you put it in your mouth! You can enjoy Omi beef, one of Japan's three major types of wagyu beef, to your heart's content. It's a private room-style seat with a counter table as a partition, so you can spend a blissful time savoring delicious meal in a private space just for the two of you.

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone was renovated and renewed in April 2023. When you enter the open lobby lounge with an open atrium, you will find a very stylish interior with Hikone Castle motifs, such as a front counter inspired by the stacked stones of Hikone Castle, a carpet inspired by armor, and lighting shaped like candlesticks! When you arrive at the hotel, enjoy a welcome drink such as coffee or soft drinks at the guest lounge and take a breather.

All guest rooms have lake views overlooking Lake Biwa. The particularly recommended room is the "View Bath Force" room, which was renovated in April 2023. You can enjoy the expansive view of Lake Biwa not only from the large windows but also from the bathroom, giving you an outstanding sense of openness! This room is easy to use because the washroom, bathroom, and toilet are separate.

Enjoy breakfast at a restaurant overlooking Lake Biwa and Mt. Ibuki. You can enjoy healthy Japanese meals made with plenty of fermented foods and dietary fiber. All the dishes are not only delicious, but you can also enjoy the lightness and texture of the food. Enjoying a delicious breakfast while looking out at the beautiful lake view from the window will be a wonderful start to your day.

Ogoto Onsen onsen Dantokan Kikunoya has a Japanese atmosphere and a homely feel. Once you pass through the illuminated entrance with a wooden tower, you will be greeted by the mascot dogs Maiko and Mametaro. Enjoy the view of Lake Biwa from your room, enjoy meal made with plenty of local ingredients, and soak in Ogoto onsen... Please feel free to spend your time relaxing in any way you like.

If you want to spend your time in a luxurious space, we recommend the special room "Hoshiakari" on the top floor, which comes with an open-air onsen bath. This spacious room, measuring approximately 68 square meters, is divided into a living room, a relaxing space with a bed, and a dining room, making it extremely comfortable to spend time in. The private open-air bath is luxuriously filled with onsen, so you can bathe as much as you like, whenever you like. Relaxing in the bath while gazing at Lake Biwa from the window is sure to help you refresh yourself from the fatigue of everyday life.

Dinner is a seasonal banquet using seasonal ingredients. Enjoy to your heart's content the flavorful and tender Omi beef, as well as bamboo shoots in the spring, river fish such as sweetfish in the summer, mushroom dishes such as matsutake mushrooms in the fall, and duck and crab dishes in the winter. There is also a full menu of bespoke Omi beef dishes such as sukiyaki, shabu-shabu, and steaks, so you can even satisfy your selfish wish to "eat more meat!" ♡ in-room dining is available for up to four people, so you can enjoy your meal in a private space.

Lake Biwa has a grandeur that seems to envelop everything. I'm sure it will take care of your body, which is exhausted from your busy daily life, and the worries that have been lingering in your mind for a long time. "I'm feeling kind of tired"...If that's the case, be sure to visit Lake Biwa. The majestic nature and the hospitality provided by luxury hotels are sure to make you feel comfortable and relaxed.