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Biwako Hanakaido 4 stars

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

Japanese-style rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor and traditional futon bedding, while Western rooms come with beds and a sofa. All rooms all soundproof and air-conditioned, and fitted with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an attached bathroom. Lovely food, staff, baths, own private dining room, meticulous service and very clean area. I think it’s almost impossible to top in those regards. The room with its own hotspring was divine. The massage was excellent. Would recommend.

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9.1
Superb
233 reviews
Price from
€ 326
per night

Hitoiki

Nagahama

Situated in Nagahama, in a historic building, 14 km from Hikone Castle, Hitoiki is a recently renovated ryokan with a garden and terrace. This ryokan features free private parking and a concierge service. The ryokan has family rooms. The bed was sooooo comfortable

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9.2
Superb
39 reviews
Price from
€ 285
per night

Ryokan Beniayu 3 stars

Nagahama

Located right in front of Lake Biwako, Ryokan Beniayu offers Japanese-style accommodations with a private open-air hot-spring bath and a massage chair. Guests can also enjoy the public indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and relax with a massage. A free shuttle is available from JR Takatsuki Train Station, which is a 15-minute drive away. Guests who wish to use the shuttle must make a reservation upon booking. Lovely view of the lake, amazing service, and nice, mature guests

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9.2
Superb
45 reviews

Honmachi Juku 2 stars

Hikone

Located in Hikone, within less than 1 km of Hikone Castle and 7.2 km of Maibara Station, Honmachi Juku provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 2-star ryokan offers a shared lounge. The ryokan features family rooms. The property is a historic building in an interesting residential area located near the Hikone Castle and old town district. Our host was incredibly friendly and welcoming host. It felt very special to stay here in our cozy Japanese style room.

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8.3
Very good
137 reviews
Price from
€ 39
per night

Biwako Ryokusuitei 4 stars

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

The air-conditioned rooms come with Japanese Yukata robes, a fridge and a seating area with low tables and cushions. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with Western-style beds or in rooms with Japanese futon bedding and tatami (woven-straw) floors. Guests can watch international programmes on a flat-screen TV (BBC World, Phoenix InfoNews Channel, TVBS and YTN). The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. Really loved the dinner and breakfast options. Nightly happy hour with free ice cream and snacks was a nice touch for the guest:) The daily biscuits and top up of hot and cold water in our room was awesome. Everything about the room was great (had the private onsen). Only issue was the shower had some flies so it’s awkward to shower. Staff were extremely courteous. Location was great. Although a bit far from the station to walk the hotel shuttle is able to take you back and forth on request. It’s right opposite the tourism park where you can get great souvenirs. All in all will recommend this place and very satisfied.

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8.8
Fabulous
668 reviews
Price from
€ 138
per night

Tobaya Ryokan 1 stars

Hikone

The Japanese-style rooms at Ryokan Tobaya feature futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Facilities for making green tea are included, and bathrooms and toilets are shared. Rooms have a traditional decor with shoji paper screens and floor cushions. The building looked very authentic and the staff was really helpful. I enjoyed the room and it was quiet. Maybe I should have taken the breakfast option.

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8.9
Fabulous
255 reviews
Price from
€ 29
per night

Yumotokan 4 stars

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

The Japanese-style rooms have tatami (woven-straw) flooring with modern furnishings and futon bedding. Each room features a private bathroom with a bathtub made of Cypress wood, filled with hot water from the local hot spring. The staff was friendly. The service was great. The bath areas are clean. The food is amazing. We enjoyed our stay!

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8.9
Fabulous
703 reviews
Price from
€ 201
per night

KAMENOI HOTEL Hikone 4 stars

Hikone

KAMENOI HOTEL Hikone provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 2.7 km of Hikone Castle and 6 km of Maibara Station. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and free shuttle service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. I liked the quiet location, the view of Lake Biwa, the friendly staff, and the access to both public and private onsen facilities.

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8
Very good
90 reviews
Price from
€ 85
per night

Ebisusou 2 stars

Takashima

The ryokan features a flat-screen TV. Featuring free private parking, this 2-star ryokan also features free WiFi.

Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Takashima, like fishing. The place is a little bit odd yes, but it’s a wonderful example of a traditional Japanese hospitality (even if the building doesn’t look traditional… but 70s) the hot bath was one of the best I ever had in Japan and the food was incredible. And I paid only 8250 yen for a half course stay (1 person). And the owner did his best to explain everything (with a digital language translator).

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8.2
Very good
68 reviews
Price from
€ 39
per night

Marumo Ryokan 1 stars

Takashima

Set 46 km from Sanzen-in Temple, Marumo Ryokan offers 1-star accommodation in Takashima and features a garden. A public bath is available for guests. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Staff were exceptional and breakfast was authentic Japanese experience.

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8.9
Fabulous
39 reviews
Price from
€ 51
per night

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FAQs about ryokans in Shiga

  • Many families visiting Shiga loved staying at Ryokan Beniayu, Biwako Hanakaido and Hitoiki.

    Similarly, Yumotokan, Yuzanso and Tobaya Ryokan are also popular among family travellers.

  • Biwako Hanakaido, Hitoiki and Ryokan Beniayu are some popular ryokans in Shiga.

    In addition to these ryokans, Tobaya Ryokan, Yumotokan and Biwako Ryokusuitei are also popular in Shiga.

  • Honmachi Juku, Biwako Hanakaido and Yuzanso have received great reviews from guests in Shiga regarding the views from these ryokans

    Guests staying in Shiga also spoke highly of the views from these ryokans: Ryokan Beniayu, KAMENOI HOTEL Hikone and Ebisusou.

  • The average price per night for a ryokan in Shiga for this weekend is € 180.37, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • We make it quick and easy to book a ryokan in Shiga. Here’s what we offer:

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  • There are 17 ryokans in Shiga you can book on Booking.com.

  • Couples travelling in Shiga loved staying at Kiyotaki Ryokan, Hitoiki and Biwako Hanakaido.

    Similarly, these ryokans in Shiga are highly rated by couples: Ryokan Beniayu, Yumotokan and Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi.

  • Most ryokans on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

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