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Set in Otsu, Youth Hostel WANIHAMA-Beach side Lake BIWA offers beachfront accommodation 15 km from Sanzen-in Temple and offers various facilities, such as a garden and a bar. The property is around 22 km from Ruriko-in Temple, 24 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 26 km from Mount Hiei. Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple is 31 km from the hostel and Heian Shrine is 31 km away. We got a room with its own toilet and bathroom for a great price. Traditional tatami style room makes it feel very humble and homely. The staff was very friendly and accommodating - they drove us to the station very early in the morning.

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9.1
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
US$46
per night

Located in Hikone, 1.7 km from Hikone Castle, GUEST HOUSE NAGORIYA provides accommodation with a bar and free private parking. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, every room comes with air conditioning and a shared bathroom. Comfortable bed with a good view of Hikone castle. Owner of the guesthouse lent me a bicycle to explore the area.

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8.9
Fabulous
244 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

GYPSY TAKASHIMA has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Katsuno. The property is around 33 km from Sanzen-in Temple, 40 km from Ruriko-in Temple and 42 km from Enryaku-ji Temple. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

All guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Authentic Japanese guest house, beautiful neighbourhood surrounded by farms and mountains. The others guests were great. Bikes available to ride the short distance to the lake

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8.3
Very good
174 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Boasting a terrace and a bar, 片原楽家 旅人の長浜町家ドミトリー is set in Nagahama, 14 km from Hikone Castle and 8.9 km from Maibara Station. The property is around 10 km from Green Park Santo, 21 km from Taga-taisha Shrine and 27 km from Taga-taisha Shrine. Okuibuki Ski Area is 31 km away and Aga Shrine is 36 km from the hostel. The capsule room was so cozy and suitable for me. I have a good sleep yesterday.

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8.2
Very good
352 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Located in Minami-komatsu, 24 km from Sanzen-in Temple, Biwa-Lakeside Cottage B B Dylan provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Providing a bar, the property is located within 31 km of Ruriko-in Temple. The property is non-smoking and is situated 33 km from Enryaku-ji Temple.

At the hostel, every room is equipped with air conditioning and a shared bathroom. The house is beautiful and set close to Biwa Lake. I really enjoyed my night on traditional Tatami and Futon. The stuff is amazing! They are super friendly and we laughed a lot together as my new Nakama :) I definitely will come again!!!!!

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8.2
Very good
87 reviews
Price from
US$65
per night

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