Around Karasuma Peninsula × Mountain View AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

A private resort with 14 Rooms embraced by Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake, and the Hira mountain range. Enjoy a unique slow and luxurious day with exceptional "cuisine" and "carefully designed Rooms" that make the most of nature's blessings. Setre continues to be an indispensable presence for our guests as a "close yet extraordinary escape."

An Onsen Ryokan perched on a hill overlooking Lake Biwa, with the added convenience of being just about 20 minutes from Kyoto. Our top recommendation is a guest room with an open-air bath and sweeping views of Lake Biwa. Enjoy a blissful soak in a variety of tubs, including glossy enamel-style baths, wooden baths filled with the scent of timber, and gently rounded ceramic baths. In addition, the new Facility “Wayu Yamaboshi” has opened, offering easy ways to experience Japanese games and culture. This hands-on space blends tradition with fun to make your trip even more memorable.

Property with panoramic views of Lake Biwa and the Hira mountain range. Located 40 minutes from Kyoto, it is ideal as a sightseeing base, with all rooms equipped with a bath, toilet, and free Wi-Fi. Triple rooms can accommodate up to 4 guests. The top-floor restaurant offers a breakfast buffet with over 20 Japanese and Western dishes while enjoying views of Lake Biwa. Dinner options include a buffet or Japanese set meals. Parking for 200 cars is available free of charge for guests.

At the Property of Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei, it is just a 3-minute walk to the main hall. You can enjoy a tranquil and relaxing time in nature surrounded by Lake Biwa and Mount Hiei. From the special Japanese-Western style rooms, you can overlook Lake Biwa, and also enjoy this beautiful scenery from the spacious public bath. Additionally, you can savor coffee made with the delicious water of Mount Hiei at the café corner while admiring the view of Lake Biwa. Relish the vegetarian cuisine prepared without wasting ingredients.