Around Karasuma Peninsula × New Year AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

A resort hotel offering stunning lake views from your room. Relax in your room while enjoying the breathtaking view of Lake Biwa right in front of you. The restaurant serves dishes made with local ingredients from Shiga. The natural Onsen (large public bath) also features an open-air bath. Conveniently located just 10 minutes by JR train from Kyoto Station to JR Otsu Station, with a free shuttle bus available, this is a perfect getaway to experience relaxation and tranquility in an extraordinary setting.

The city of Otsu, located in the heart of Japan, has inspired countless poets and travelers with its romantic allure since the Manyo era. Standing gracefully along the shores of Lake Biwa, a symbol of Otsu, is the Biwako Otsu Prince Hotel, a 38-story skyscraper featuring the "Oumi" convention hall, one of the largest in Japan. Designed by Kenzo Tange, a renowned architect who was among the first Japanese to gain global recognition, the hotel offers 529 guest rooms, all facing Lake Biwa. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay while admiring the ever-changing seasonal beauty of the lake's surface.

Located about 30 minutes from Kyoto, Biwako Marriott Hotel stands by the shores of Lake Biwa. With 274 guest rooms and extensive facilities, we warmly welcome you. Enjoy a comfortable stay while admiring the grandeur of Lake Biwa.

A small luxury Hotel grand opened in August 2023 within the historic YANMAR SUNSET MARINA, located southeast of Japan's largest lake, Lake Biwa. The architecture, utilizing natural materials and blending seamlessly with the Lake Biwa scenery, invites visitors to a relaxing escape from everyday life. With only seven guest rooms, each features abundant use of natural materials such as earthen walls and wood, and every room is equipped with a spacious terrace and a hammock. During your stay, you can freely enjoy the all-inclusive bar & lounge, pool, and sauna within the Hotel. Experience an elevated stay while savoring the ever-changing views of Lake Biwa from various spaces.

■ Approximately 2 minutes by car from Shin-Kousoku Ritto IC ■ Approximately 3 minutes by car from JR Kusatsu Line Tehara Station ■ Free flat parking lot (233 spaces) available ■ Artificial Onsen large public bath available ■ Complimentary buffet breakfast ■ Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, free WOWOW access in all rooms

1-minute walk from JR Biwako Line "Seta Station" (South Exit). Breakfast is a Japanese and Western buffet where you can enjoy as much as you like! Guest Rooms are available from single rooms to triple rooms, allowing you to choose the Room that suits your purpose, whether for business or travel, and enjoy a comfortable stay. Equipped with a 50-inch large LCD TV and free WiFi connection. For a superior sleeping experience, we have introduced the APA Hotel original bed "Cloud Fit," offering a sleep sensation like being on a cloud.

Just a 4-minute drive from JR Kusatsu Station, and 10 minutes from the Ritto IC on the Meishin Expressway and the Kusatsu-Tanoue IC on the Shin-Meishin Expressway. The premises include a free flat parking lot for 59 vehicles, ensuring convenience for car travelers. From JR Kusatsu Station, you can reach Osaka and Kyoto directly without transfers, making it ideal for both business and sightseeing. The natural Onsen is recognized as a therapeutic spring, expected to be effective for various ailments and highly praised. Enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast daily, featuring a health-conscious and well-balanced menu.