Relax and unwind by Lake Biwa: 16 recommended resort hotels and ryokan

Setre Marina Biwako is a private resort with only 14 rooms, about 10 minutes by bus from JR Katata Station. The carefully selected original furniture and sophisticated space create a luxurious and relaxing time. This is the perfect hotel for an adult traveler who wants to be quietly satisfied. When you arrive, be sure to visit the lounge where you can enjoy drinks and chef's original snacks for free.

The rooms feature original furniture and earthen walls made from trees in Shiga. The nature of Shiga will gently envelop your tired body and mind. From the terrace you can see the majestic Hira Mountains and Lake Biwa, and some rooms come with comfortable hammocks. Rocked gently by the refreshing breeze that crosses Lake Biwa, you will find yourself dozing off... The time to forget everything and fall asleep is truly a blissful moment.

A library produced by Mr. Atsushi Horibe, who is known as the "book sommelier". More than 200 books with a wide variety of books such as architecture, photo books, essays and picture books are available. Forget about everyday life and let your heart take you. There may be an unexpected encounter with a book of destiny that will soak into your heart.

meal at the restaurant overlooking Lake Biwa is an original course where you can enjoy the food culture of Shiga to your heart's content. The seasonal themed courses look like vivid works of art. From appetizers to desserts, a luxurious time full of surprises and deliciousness will flow by.

Drinks tend to be expensive when staying at a hotel. This hotel is all-inclusive with drinks included in the accommodation fee. There is a wide variety of soft drinks as well as alcohol. Forget about your wallet and enjoy a drink without hesitation. Let's enjoy a mature stay where you can get drunk with beautiful nature, sophisticated and gentle space, and special gastronomy.

Located about a 10-minute walk from JR Otsu Station, Biwako Hotel offers a view of Lake Biwa from all 175 rooms. With Lake Biwa and the Hiei and Hira mountains right in front of you, this hotel allows you to feel the grandeur of nature. There is a free shuttle bus from Otsu Station, making it very easy to get to the hotel. If you stay on the Premier Luxury Floor, you can also enjoy a spectacular view from the Club Lounge.

The guest rooms are available in twin, double, and suite configurations. All rooms have a luxurious feel and are spacious enough to relax in. This twin room, with a blue base, has a relaxing interior that evokes the refreshing blue of Lake Biwa. All rooms have a lake view, and the open view from the window will make you want to take a deep breath.

"Ruri Onsen onsen no Yu" where you can enjoy onsen in a large public bath and an open-air bath. The smooth texture of onsen is said to be effective in relieving fatigue and improving health. The blue sky and vast Lake Biwa spread out in front of you. Stretch your legs to your heart's content and enjoy a relaxing time while admiring the beautiful scenery. In the summer, you can use the "garden pool" with the shape of Lake Biwa as a motif. onsen after swimming in the pool is also exceptional.

The hotel has a wide range of restaurants, cafes and bars, including Japanese and Western-style buffets, Japanese cuisine and teppanyaki. Each restaurant serves up special dishes using local ingredients for lunch and dinner. At the teppanyaki restaurant "Omi", you can enjoy the soft and melt-in-your-mouth "Omi beef". Of course, all restaurants have a lake view. The beautiful scenery and delicious food will fill your heart and stomach with happiness...♡

About 7 minutes by car from JR Ogoto onsen Station, "Ogoto onsen Biwako Ryokusuitei" is surrounded by rich nature with Lake Biwa in front and Mt. Hiei behind. At this inn, you can fully enjoy the blissful onsen and seasonal gastronomy. The hotel has a courtyard where you can enjoy hand and foot baths, as well as a relaxing terrace. Let's be healed while feeling the rich nature.

You can choose from Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western style rooms, and many of them have open-air baths drawn from natural onsen. You can enjoy onsen as much as you like while gazing out at the grandeur of Lake Biwa outside the window. There are also rooms where you can watch TV in the open-air bath or have in-room dining, so please choose while imagining how you want to relax.

A spacious open-air bath where you can relax and enjoy Ogoto onsen, which boasts a history of about 1,200 years. The gentle breeze that crosses Lake Biwa comfortably blows through, and the fatigue that has accumulated is loosened. Once you've warmed up from the core of your body, cool down with free coffee, juice, and ice cream while enjoying the night breeze after taking a bath.

For dinner, you can enjoy a kaiseki meal that uses plenty of seasonal ingredients. Omi beef, one of Japan's three major wagyu beef, uses only high-quality "certified Omi beef" that meets certain standards. The soft and deep flavor spreads in your mouth. Shabu-shabu with thick steaks and large cuts... If you can't decide which one to choose, we recommend ordering an additional a la carte dish. Indulge yourself with delicious food on your trip.

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa is located on Lake Biwa, about a 10-minute walk from JR Nagahama Station. There are many historical tourist sites in the surrounding area, including Nagahama Castle, which was first built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and this resort hotel allows you to fully enjoy the nature of Lake Biwa, onsen, and sightseeing in the surrounding area. What's more, the all-inclusive style includes dinner, breakfast, drinks and snacks in the lounge, and activities including onsen, in the accommodation fee, so you can enjoy everything! You can also enjoy the outdoor pool in the summer♪

*Some drinks and activities are subject to charges. Lunch is not provided.

You can choose from a variety of rooms, including single, twin, Japanese-style, and Japanese-Western style, depending on the number of people in your group. There are also Japanese-modern rooms decorated with the family crest of Ishida Mitsunari. A stay that gives you a sense of history and culture will allow you to fully enjoy the excitement that is unique to this area. There are also rooms with completely different atmospheres, such as Japanese and European, so you can enjoy the time you choose.

The biggest attraction of this hotel is that you can enjoy the famous "Nagahama Taikaku onsen" as onsen that wells up from the ruins of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's castle. Once you enter, your body will remain warm. In addition to the open-air bath, there is also a large public bath and a sauna, so you can enjoy them to your heart's content and heal the fatigue of the day.

Since it's an all-inclusive resort, why not have a drink after you arrive at the hotel? At the dinner buffet, you can enjoy local dishes such as the colorful and visually stunning "Monaka Sushi." In the morning, there are a variety of dishes to lift your spirits, including local dishes, pancakes that you can customize to your liking, and petit hot dogs! You can enjoy a stay that will satisfy your soul.

There are many historical sightseeing spots around the hotel. Nagahama Castle, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, is right in front of the hotel. At Kurokabe Square, which has the atmosphere of a castle town, you can enjoy beautiful glass products and gourmet food. This hotel, where you can fully enjoy nature and history, is the perfect base for sightseeing in Shiga.

Makino Grand Park Hotel is about a 12-minute walk from JR Makino Station. Located right in front of Makino Sunny Beach, this hotel allows you to fully experience the warmth of nature. It is also a great base for visiting tourist spots such as Takeshima Island and Osakiji Temple, which are both considered to be one of the Eight Views of Lake Biwa.

There are twin, double, and family rooms that can accommodate up to 5 people, so you can choose according to the number of people. There are two types of views: lake side view and mountain side. The log house-based design and the warmth of wood will warm your heart. This is the perfect space for those who want to forget the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the warm and gentle atmosphere of nature.

At the restaurant, which overlooks Lake Biwa and Chikubushima Island from large windows, you can enjoy a course meal centered on fresh seafood. Indulge in a delicious dinner packed with the flavors of Shiga, including Biwa trout fish dishes, Omi beef dishes, sea shrimp, sea duck, and the local Takashima specialty tonchan teppanyaki.

There is a private beach in front of the hotel, so you can enjoy a resort atmosphere while taking a walk. The surrounding coastline that continues from Makino Sunny Beach has been selected as an "Important Cultural Landscape", so you can enjoy the cultural scenery created by nature and human life. With the sparkling Lake Biwa in front of you, you can enjoy a casual vacation and have a stay that feels out of the ordinary!

L'Hotel du Lac Shiotsu Station. It is an auberge located in Oku-Biwako, where untouched nature remains. Enjoy gourmet food and a relaxing stay at this resort for adults. Free shuttle service from the station is also available.

There are 15 natural guest rooms that blend in with the nature of Oku-Biwako. Choose from rooms with living rooms, theater rooms, or two-story villas that are separate from one another, depending on your preference. Every room is a comfortable space where you can take a deep breath of mind and body in the midst of nature. You'll feel like you're in a villa.

The Kohoku region of Lake Biwa in Shiga is said to be the birthplace of fermentation culture. The main attraction of the auberge is the meal, served at restaurant SOWER, where you can enjoy a course that expresses the unique climate of the Kohoku region. Using local seasonal ingredients personally selected by the head chef, the delicacies, which make full use of Japanese and Western, new and old, and fermented cooking, are simple yet powerfully flavorful, bringing to mind the bounty of Kohoku. Enjoy an adult dinner time savoring flavors that can only be found here.

There are many outdoor facilities on the premises. Experience the nature of Oku-Biwako to the fullest at the summer-only pool, the open tennis court, and the "Overlook Hill" with its beautiful panoramic views. There are also two private baths that use natural mountain water, so you can soothe your tiredness to the core. Enjoy a luxurious stay where you can forget about your daily life and relax in the great outdoors.

About 10 minutes by free shuttle bus from JR Otsu Station, you will arrive at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel. This hotel, with the concept of ``a special seat on Lake Biwa'', has 38 floors and is the tallest in Shiga. You can enjoy a stay with a panoramic view overlooking Lake Biwa in all rooms. Additionally, if you leave your luggage at the hotel's exclusive welcome counter at Kyoto Station, you can have it delivered to your hotel in the evening. I'm glad that I can travel around Kyoto and get to the hotel easily♪

There are three types of rooms: twin, double, and Japanese-style. The design is inspired by the waters of Lake Biwa, and the comfortable space makes you feel as if you are surrounded by the nature of Shiga. This is a room on the "EIZAN Floor," which is inspired by the mountains overlooking Lake Biwa. You can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and spend a relaxing and gentle time here.

The hotel has seven restaurants with a wide variety of dishes, including French, Chinese, and a Japanese, Western, and Chinese buffet. Breakfast at "Lake View Dining Viona" on the 37th floor is popular because you can enjoy a rich buffet with a superb view. If you like sweets, be sure to stop by this "Lobby Lounge Port Nio". While gazing out at the beautiful Lake Biwa from the large windows, you can enjoy exquisite hotel-made sweets and lunch.

​The lineup is irresistible for girls who love sweets, including parfaits and afternoon tea sets made with seasonal ingredients. After checking in and taking a break in your room, enjoy an elegant sweet time in an open, sophisticated space ♡ (Image is for illustrative purposes only)

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel about 15 minutes away by free shuttle bus from JR Katata Station. This hotel exudes quality and warmth, allowing you to feel the slow flow of time. There are also plenty of facilities within the hotel that you can enjoy from morning to night, so you'll never get bored no matter how many nights you stay. You'll probably want to stay here every time you travel to Lake Biwa.

All rooms are over 30㎡ and come in two types: lake side and garden side. The rooms have a calming atmosphere with a grey wood grain motif, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing adult time. We recommend staying in the lake view rooms with hot onsen. You can relax in the soothing onsen while gazing at the sparkling surface of Lake Biwa.

Dinner at the restaurant on the top floor with a superb view mainly consists of grilled local ingredients such as Omi beef. You can enjoy the flavor of high-quality meat that spreads out as you chew. The fragrant aroma and juicy sounds from the open kitchen double the deliciousness! In addition, you can enjoy gastronomy regardless of time, such as a la carte and set lunches, seasonal afternoon teas, and a rich breakfast buffet.

This hotel is full of facilities that will make your stay even more enjoyable. A tennis court, a golf driving range, and even a planetarium! There is also a lounge where you can enjoy a comfortable workation stay. If you choose "Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel", how will you spend your time? An exciting journey begins from the time you think ♪

Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho is about a seven-minute walk from JR Otsu Station. The hotel is a renovated version of seven townhouses scattered along Otsu's arcade shopping arcade and the old Tokaido road. Each townhouse is over 100 years old and has been comfortably renovated, creating a relaxing space with a calm and stylish atmosphere. There are five buildings available for rent as a whole, and two buildings with eight rooms for shared rooms, so you can choose how you like to spend your time here.

First of all, check in at the reception building "Omiya" and then go to each usage building. Each building has a tasteful space unique to Machiya, and the interior is decorated with Scandinavian furniture. This is "Kojiya" with a comfortable wooden deck overlooking the courtyard. There are two washstands, so it's perfect for girls' trips and family trips. Each building has different layouts and tastes. The charm of each room shines so much that you want to stay in a different room for each trip.

It's a historic townhouse, but the water area is also very comfortable. Basic amenities such as makeup remover and lotion are provided, so you can go lightly. There are also rooms where you can enjoy a cypress bath, where you can relax surrounded by a pleasant scent.

The breakfast served at Omiya (reservations required) is a Japanese-style meal with the delicious eel chazuke as the main dish. The rice, vegetables, and other ingredients are organic and healthy for your body. There are also many other great services, such as a lounge where you can enjoy free coffee and homemade cookies, guided tours of the shopping arcade (reservations required), and luggage storage. Enjoy a comfortable stay in a charming atmosphere.

"Biwako Grand Hotel Kyo-Ohmi" is about 5 minutes by car from JR Ogoto onsen Station. The majestic Lake Biwa spreads right next to the hotel, and the view from the guest rooms and onsen is truly spectacular. There is also a beauty salon where you can relax your whole body and a late-night restaurant that you will want to stop by after onsen, so you can fully enjoy yourself from check-in to check-out.

The guest rooms have a relaxing Japanese feel, and the moment you step inside, your heart will feel lighter. "Kyoto Omi" is spacious and comes with a convenient open onsen bath. As soon as you check in, you can enjoy the luxurious onsen with a view of Lake Biwa to your heart's content, whether that be getting up early to watch the sunrise. It's perfect for a special trip with a loved one.

The spacious public baths and open-air onsen are perfect rewards for your hard work every day. The synergistic effect of the gently flickering Lake Biwa and onsen will make you feel as if all your fatigue and stress melt away. If you want to fully enjoy yourself without worrying about your surroundings, be sure to check out the 4 types of private baths such as cypress baths and rock baths.

The kaiseki dinner uses seasonal local ingredients and has a variety of main dishes. The luxurious lineup is hard to resist, including Omi beef shabu-shabu and seafood. There are also Omi beef stone-grilled steak kaiseki and Omi duck stone-grilled kaiseki dishes, and you can enjoy local flavors such as Omi vegetables grown in the natural surroundings of Lake Biwa. Enjoy a delicious evening to your liking.

About 5 minutes by car from JR Ogoto onsen Station, Yumotokan is a onsen Ryokan Yumotokan. There are plenty of facilities in the hotel, such as a cafe terrace, a foot massage, an esthetic salon, and a night lounge. You can enjoy the way you want to spend your time.

There are nine types of rooms to choose from, including those with open-air baths and Japanese-Western style rooms. It's exciting to choose a room with the best view of Lake Biwa or a room with a hot onsen cypress bath. Once you've warmed up to your core in onsen, you can lie down on the spacious tatami mats and doze off... It's nice to be able to enjoy a luxurious time relaxing your mind and body as much as you like. Hanare Karoi is also attractive, with all 10 rooms equipped with open-air baths and a private meal area.

The biggest attraction of this inn is the 5 types of baths where you can enjoy a tour of hot springs. You can enjoy onsen in different spaces, such as an open-air bath with a panoramic view of Lake Biwa, a large public bath, and two private open-air baths. There are different styles of baths in each bath, such as the reclining bath and the steam sauna. The scenery and atmosphere of each bath changes completely, so you won't get bored even if you visit all of them.

After relaxing in onsen, you can enjoy a dinner filled with local and seasonal ingredients. The dishes, which express the colors of the season in their dishes, are a feast for both the eyes and the tongue. In addition to Omi beef, you can enjoy seasonal delicacies prepared in a variety of ways. Breakfast also features a wide variety of ingredients from within the prefecture, and the rows of small dishes lined up in front of you will make your heart leap♪

About 5 minutes by car from JR Ogoto onsen Station, "Biwako Hanakaido" where you can see Lake Biwa from all guest rooms. You can enjoy onsen in the open-air baths in your room or in the spacious public baths. A convenient shuttle bus is available from Ogoto onsen Station and Hieizan Sakamoto Station. If you want to use it, please contact the inn when you know the arrival time of the train or when you arrive at the station.

There are 9 types of guest rooms, all with a view of Lake Biwa. The warm Japanese atmosphere will soothe your weary soul. This is the "Nakagawa Mokkougei Concept Room," which is furnished with Shiga's traditional crafts. A space that fuses elegance and glamor will make your stay even more special. It has an onsen hot spring bath, so you can enjoy the blissful healing to your heart's content.

Once you have taken a break in your room, enjoy the historic Ogoto onsen in the large public bath. This is the "Bankara no Yu" bath, which has a large, open tub. The wooden platform you can see in the center of the bath is for resting your head on and relaxing. Stretch out and soak in the water for a luxurious moment that relaxes both body and mind. If you want to enjoy a sense of privacy, be sure to try the private open-air bath (fee required).

*Renovation work on the large public bath and private baths will be carried out from Tuesday, May 7th to Wednesday, July 31st, 2024.

For dinner, you can enjoy a seasonal meal at the private room "Hanayuzen" or the spacious restaurant "Hanamiza". We are particular about local ingredients such as fresh seafood from Lake Biwa, mountain products from Hiei and Suzuka, and Omi beef. The menu changes every month, and includes rare traditional vegetables. I am also happy that there is a rich lineup of local sake. There is a fee to guarantee a private room, so don't forget to check in advance.

About 4 minutes by car from JR Nagahama Station, "Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie" is based on Nagahama's sister city, Verona. You will feel as if you have traveled overseas in the hotel and guest rooms. The yacht harbor behind the hotel adds to the extraordinary atmosphere. Since "Nagahama Port" is in front of you, it is a convenient location for cruising to "Chikubushima".

There are 82 guest rooms in total, and you can choose from maisonette-type rooms, Japanese-style rooms, barrier-free rooms, etc., depending on your travel style and preferences. The Western-style room has a European atmosphere, making you feel like you are traveling abroad. There are 6 types of suites, each with a different design, such as Sicilian, Milano, and Alpine mountain hut style. It's fun to choose while imagining your long-awaited overseas stay.

For dinner, choose from Italian, Japanese, or Chinese. At the Italian restaurant "La Spiaggia", you can enjoy fragrant charcoal grills and authentic pasta while enjoying the live atmosphere of the open kitchen. We also recommend the lakeside sunset barbecue that you can enjoy only in the summer. Enjoying the meat while watching the sun set over Lake Biwa is exceptional.

On the top floor of the hotel, there is a large public bath overlooking Lake Biwa. In the observation jacuzzi in the back of the photo, you can relax while watching the moonlit lake and the starry sky. Stretch your legs and take a deep breath, and the fatigue of your trip and the worries in your mind will surely disappear.

Ayaha Lakeside Hotel about a 5-minute drive from JR Otsu Station. This hotel offers a relaxing and soothing hot onsen bath and Kyoto-style banquet meals. There is also a bicycle rental service, so you can enjoy Lake Biwa not just by looking at it, but also by experiencing it.

The guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms that are relaxing and comforting. You will feel a warm feeling as if you have returned to a nostalgic place. The cool tatami mats feel so good that you will want to lie down on them. The spacious 18 tatami rooms are perfect for large groups of girls or families.

After checking in, let's head to the onsen bath where you can overlook Lake Biwa. onsen directly sent from Atami is known as one of Japan's three major ancient hot springs, "Atami Izusan onsen". Spending time enjoying the historic onsen while gazing out at Lake Biwa is truly a bliss.

O meal offers Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine using seasonal ingredients. Each dish is carefully prepared, and each bite has a gentle taste that will soak into your soul. Breakfast is a set of Japanese dishes with rice The hotel's location is also very convenient, and you will be able to fill your stomach and your heart with a sense of well-being. In your spare time, you can take a leisurely stroll along the promenade around the hotel or go fishing. If you want to be wrapped up in Japanese healing by the shores of Lake Biwa, this is the hotel for you.

Regina Resorts Biwako Nagahama, a resort hotel located on the shores of Lake Biwa, is a 10-minute walk from JR Nagahama Station. You can spend a luxurious time enjoying the beautiful location of Lake Biwa, the mountains, and the sunset with your beloved dog. There are also various hospitality services such as onsen and cakes just for dogs, so you can enjoy a relaxing trip together.

All guest rooms have their own hot spring onsen, so you can enjoy the waters of Nagahama Taiko onsen whenever you like. The rooms on the first floor have a garden with wood chips where dogs can play, so even active dogs can spend their time stress-free. The hotel also has a large public bath with a panoramic view of Lake Biwa, and you can relax and enjoy the magnificent view of the lake turning crimson red at dusk.

Both meal and breakfast are in-room dining so you can take your time. You can enjoy plenty of local ingredients such as Omi beef, Omi rice, and fish. It's nice to be able to relax in your room with your dog. There is also a meal menu for dogs, so make a reservation in advance if necessary.

There are many shops with the atmosphere of the castle town of Nagahama around the hotel. With shops that make use of the streetscape of the Edo period and buildings from the Meiji period, you will feel as if you have traveled back in time. Why not take your dog for a walk through the town filled with the romance of the Sengoku period?

About 3 minutes by car or about 11 minutes on foot from JR Shiga Station, "Biwako Matsunoura Bettei, a lakeside onsen spring resort where you can stay with your dog." As the name suggests, this is a hotel where you can enjoy a stay with your dog. In addition to onsen to relieve fatigue, there are facilities where dogs can fully enjoy themselves. I'm happy to be able to make fun memories with my dog.

A relaxing room with a harmony of luxury and Japanese taste. All 10 rooms of 6 types have an open onsen spring bath, so you can relax and enjoy the hot onsen while gazing at the nature. After enjoying onsen, it's nice to sit on a chair on the terrace and cool off. There are plenty of equipment for dogs, such as a special dryer, adhesive roller, and drinking water.

There are spacious dog runs for small and medium-sized dogs and for large dogs, so you can play with peace of mind. If you go through the corridor in front of the dog run, you can also take a walk on the sandy beach of Lake Biwa. There is also a “Self Wan Wan onsen” where dogs can enjoy onsen. After running around at the dog run, relax in onsen. Just looking at my dog enjoying the stay makes me feel warm and happy.

Dinner is an exquisite Japanese-style course. In addition to local ingredients, there are plenty of carefully selected ingredients from all over Japan and the world. Shiga's famous Omi beef is served as a mellow, melt-in-your-mouth steak. You can enjoy pairings with a wide selection of wines and sake. Dog food is also available. A variety of luxurious menus are available, including buffets and steaks that require advance reservations. Enjoy a relaxing meal with your dog in the spacious restaurant or private rooms.