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Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
Otsu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Wonderful view of the 37th restaurant which provides an unforgettable breakfast time. Nice room and breakfast!"
Taiwan
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩92,040
₩114,415 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Lake View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Nagahama
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (648)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Amazing views from the room and restaurant."
United Kingdom
Bradley
The price is ₩75,664
₩94,363 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa
Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Moriyama
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (268)
"Bedroom and washroom were spacious, clean and looked new. Amenities were great. The hotel has a wide range of facilities, including a planetarium, which we really enjoyed. We had a great time. "
Canada
Christopher
The price is ₩136,557
₩169,740 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
Public bath
Yumotokan

Yumotokan

Yumotokan
4.0 star property
Otsu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (728)
"The staff is very welcoming and helpful. The dining experience was very pleasant and the food was great. "
Hong Kong SAR China
elsa
The price is ₩341,217
₩378,149 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Yumotokan
Property amenity
Biwako Ryokusuitei

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Biwako Ryokusuitei
3.5 star property
Otsu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (523)
"Very nice onsen experience! Descent dinner and breakfast!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Amy Ka Huen
The price is ₩288,919
₩320,621 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Biwako Ryokusuitei
Hot springs
Biwako Grand Hotel

Biwako Grand Hotel

Biwako Grand Hotel
3.5 star property
Ogoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (50)
"Nice staff, free car parking, the hotel is spacious, 2 onsens with different views"
Hong Kong SAR China
Yee fun
The price is ₩196,686
₩219,165 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Biwako Grand Hotel
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Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu
3.5 star property
Kusatsu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (951)
"Nice clean hotel, located in the center of Kusatsu and very near the train station"
United States
Mike
The price is ₩57,821
₩69,963 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu
Hot springs
Biwako Hotel

Biwako Hotel

Biwako Hotel
4.0 star property
Otsu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (635)
"Very nice place to stay Breakfast was amazing"
United States
Mari
The price is ₩139,679
₩171,822 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Biwako Hotel
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
3.5 star property
Ogoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (301)
"Nice Ryokan experience . Kiseki dinners are brilliant. It's in the middle of the countryside so not much to do in the area. "
United Kingdom
Shui
The price is ₩303,459
₩336,615 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta
3.0 star property
Otsu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (258)
"Nice place "
United States
GHAN SHYAM
The price is ₩46,941
₩51,635 total
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta
Exterior
Fine Biwako I

Fine Biwako I

Fine Biwako I
3.0 star property
Moriyama
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (121)
"Nice & quite place right on the lake"
Canada
Eva
The price is ₩55,931
₩61,524 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Fine Biwako I
Exterior
Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi
3.0 star property
Maibara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (717)
"Nice staff, great but small room."
Germany
Ulrike
The price is ₩77,244
₩84,968 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi
Hot springs
Biwako Hanakaido

Biwako Hanakaido

Biwako Hanakaido
3.5 star property
Ogoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (247)
"Most memorable stay of our trip. There’s a shuttle service from the station which was very helpful and makes commute easy. All the staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. The private onsen in the room was lovely. Kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast were excellent. We had a very lovely stay here and would highly recommend. "
Australia
Alice
The price is ₩421,471
₩466,428 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Biwako Hanakaido
Property entrance
Hotel Sunroute Hikone

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

Hotel Sunroute Hikone
3.0 star property
Hikone
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (465)
"Great spacious room and well furnished. One if the best we stayed in during our 9 week trip in Japan. "
United Kingdom
Margaret
The price is ₩77,925
₩85,718 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hotel Sunroute Hikone
Exterior
Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House
2.5 star property
Takashima
7.6 out of 10, Good, (8)
"周囲に食事出来る施設がほとんどないのに、食事の提供がない。自転車で琵琶湖一周していたが、朝食が出ないのでおにぎりを買うために自転車往復6.6km走らざるをえなかった。また自転車で近くの気軽に夕食が食べれる所は１軒しかない。更に普通の宿ならあると思っていたタオルや浴衣の提供がないのも驚いた。"
Japan
HIROYUKI
Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House
Hot springs
Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone
4.0 star property
Hikone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (47)
"Fantastic meals, excellent onsen, beautiful view and amazing staff."
United States
Hiroshi
The price is ₩244,283
₩271,521 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Kamenoi Hotel Hikone
Public bath
Hotel Route Inn Nagahama Inter

Hotel Route Inn Nagahama Inter

Hotel Route Inn Nagahama Inter
3.0 star property
Nagahama
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (328)
"The hotel is clean"
United Kingdom
Natee
The price is ₩99,195
₩109,114 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hotel Route Inn Nagahama Inter
Front of property
Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae
3.0 star property
Otsu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (505)
"Nice hotel with very helpful staff."
United Kingdom
SOMNATH
The price is ₩74,076
₩81,485 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae
Pool
Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
Otsu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (45)
"Super kind host, "
Canada
Jonas
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
3.0 star property
Otsu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (621)
"The staff were incredibly helpful and I am very grateful for their support "
United Kingdom
Karan
The price is ₩78,675
₩86,542 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Lake View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
Nagahama
8.0/10Very Good (648 reviews)
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Price is ₩269,757
₩658,433 total
Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa
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Top Shiga Prefecture Hotel Reviews

Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly staffs, excellent service. Highly recommended "
Hsin 4-night trip
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Hotel Emion Kyoto

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Frequently asked questions

How much do hotels in Shiga Prefecture cost?
In Shiga Prefecture, you can find cheap options in a few different ways. To see the availability, enter your preferred trip dates, then refine your search by budget, amenities and more. Remember that prices can differ according to when you decide to go, so if you have some flexibility, try swapping your dates around until you find the right deal.
When is the best time to go to Shiga Prefecture?
Temperatures vary across Shiga Prefecture, so the best time to travel depends on where you're headed. If you're after a summer getaway in Otsu, arrange your trip between June and August when daily average temperatures range from 21ºC to 26ºC. Just remember that Otsu has a humid subtropical climate, so pack appropriately.
What is the best area to stay in Shiga Prefecture?
Shiga Prefecture has plenty of exciting areas to stay, including Otsu and Hikone. Each has its own awesome experiences, so why not dedicate time to explore both?
Are there any luxury hotels in Shiga Prefecture?
We've got some wonderful stays for an indulgent escape in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, such as LHotel du Lac. Settle in and enjoy the use of amenities like concierge services, a tennis court and a terrace. Or treat yourself at Ryokan Beniayu.
How can I find cheap hotels in Shiga Prefecture?
A good place to begin searching is with our "Price per night" filter. Currently, the cheapest properties start at per night. Other ways to lock in a budget-friendly Shiga Prefecture getaway are by booking early and being flexible with the dates you travel. For even more great deals, check out our cheap hotels in Shiga Prefecture page.
What are the best hotels in Shiga Prefecture for families?
Yumotokan is among the top-rated hotels for families, located in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. Spend your stay here and take advantage of amenities like a sauna and hot springs. Biwako Hanakaido is another favorite retreat where little ones are welcome. For more hotel options, tweak your search results by selecting "Family friendly" under the "Traveler experience" filter section.
What are the top beach hotels in Shiga Prefecture?
Stay in one of our sea-view hotels in Shiga Prefecture and spend your break making memories by the water. If you're heading for Otsu, unwind in sought-after properties such as Yumotokan, which includes conveniences like on-site hot springs and an indoor Japanese-style onsen. Biwako Hanakaido is another option in this destination that promises an unforgettable beachside getaway.
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