We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Shiga, Japan. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Highly elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Offering an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths and 6 restaurants and bars, Biwako Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station. Free pick-up shuttles are provided from JR Otsu Station, a 5-minute ride away. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV and a spacious en suite bathroom with a bath, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Yukata robes and a desk are also available in each. At Hotel Biwako, guests can relax in the sauna, use the luggage storage service or purchase souvenirs at the gift shop. A concierge service, free parking and a 24-hour front desk are also available on site. A bar and a wide variety of restaurants offering Italian and Japanese cuisines can be found on site. During the summer months, a rooftop barbecue restaurant with a panoramic view of Lake Biwa is also available. Kyoto Station is just a 15-minute train and bus ride from the hotel, while Otsu Port is just a 3-minute walk away. Ishiyama-dera Temple can be accessed within a 20-minute drive, while Mii-dera Temple is a 12-minute walk away.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ELEGANT AND ROMANTIC hotels in Shiga.
Delightful property. Charming. Superb breakfast. Situated on the shores of Lake Biwa, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers rooms with lake views, 7 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Lake cruises are available in front of the hotel. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Otsu Train Station, which is a 9-minute train ride from JR Kyoto Train Station. Rooms at Prince Hotel Lake Biwa feature high ceilings and large picture windows. Each room includes satellite TV channels and a seating area with sofa. The hotel provides a Welcome Counter at JR Kyoto Train Station where guests can leave their luggage while they explore Kyoto. A convenience store and a business centre are available. Shimizu Japanese Restaurant serves sushi with breathtaking lake views. Other dining options include French cuisine, while another restaurant features Japanese, Western and Chinese buffet-style cuisines using local organic ingredients. A poolside barbecue is available during summer. A sky lounge and coffee shop are also offered. A free shuttle bus to and from Otsu Train Station is provided. Lake Biwa Flower Fountain is a 10-minute drive from the hotel.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most beautiful, charming and cool small hotels in Shiga! WOW!
Resort. Located right beside Lake Biwa, Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel features an indoor swimming pool, a large gymnasium and tennis courts available at an additional cost. Guests can unwind at the large public baths and saunas after spending the day exercising. A free shuttle is available from JR Katata Train Station, which is a 10-minute drive away. Air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV and a design influenced by Lake Biwa. A fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are provided in the room. Japanese Yukata robes and toothbrush sets are provided for all guests, and the en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. All rooms feature garden or lake views. Fishing equipment and bicycle rentals are available for an extra cost, or you can enjoy the on-site planetarium. Table tennis and billiard can be enjoyed, while you can shop for gifts at the souvenir shop. Dry cleaning and currency exchange services are provided at the 24-hour front desk. The restaurant on the top floor boasts scenic views of Lake Biwa and offers cuisine prepared from local ingredients, including dishes featuring Omi beef. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel is a 40-minute drive from Enryaku-ji Temple, and 30-minutes from Kyoto Station via express train and taxi.Show full description
Opened February 2023. Located in Omihachiman, 41 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, Kyukamura Ohmi-Hachiman features views of the lake. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Free private parking is available and the hotel also provides a shuttle service for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. All units at the hotel are equipped with a TV and a safety deposit box. At Kyukamura Ohmi-Hachiman every room has bed linen and towels. Sanzen-in Temple is 42 km from the accommodation, while Mount Hiei is 43 km away. The nearest airport is Nagoya Airport, 90 km from Kyukamura Ohmi-Hachiman.Show full description
Set in Nagahama, 13 km from Hikone Castle, Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 9.1 km from Maibara Station. At the hotel, every room has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units at Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie feature air conditioning and a wardrobe. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Green Park Santo is 11 km from Kitabiwako Hotel Grazie, while Taga-taisha Shrine is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Nagoya Airport, 74 km from the hotel.Show full description
Featuring a private beach in front of the hotel, Grand Park Hotel Okubiwako Makino provides cosy guestrooms fitted with natural colours and wooden walls. It is a 2-minute drive from JR Makino Station. Free Wi-Fi is available at public areas. In-room facilities include a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle with tea bags. The en suite bathroom has a bath tub, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel features a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and drinks vending machines. Guests can rent bicycles to explore local areas. Lake Biwa is within a 1-minute walk from the hotel. Free shuttles are provided to Hakodate-yama Ski Resort and Kunizakai Kogen Snow Park, both a 20-minute drive away. A Japanese set menu or buffet are offered for breakfast. On-site Chikubu restaurant serves both Western and Japanese meals for lunch and dinner.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Located in Nagahama, 14 km from Hikone Castle, Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa provides accommodation with a garden, private parking and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free shuttle service. The property is non-smoking and is set 9.4 km from Maibara Station. At the hotel, every room comes with a wardrobe. Every room is equipped with air conditioning and a TV, and certain rooms at Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa have a mountain view. All units will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa. Green Park Santo is 11 km from the hotel, while Taga-taisha Shrine is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Nagoya Airport, 74 km from Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa.Show full description
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