Places to stay in Shiga

Nagahma Guesthouse Rakushi is conveniently located in Nagahama, approximately 10 kilometres from Maibara Station and a short drive from Green Park Santo.
This family-friendly apartment offers 40 square metres of space, sleeping up to 11 guests in two bedrooms, and features a kitchenette with a microwave and fridge, free Wi-Fi, parking, and a terrace.

This spacious five-bedroom house, sleeping up to 15 guests, is situated a 0.4km walk west of Hikone Station, providing easy access to Hikone Castle (1.2km away) and Hikone-Nyan Museum (1.6km away).
The property features a blend of traditional tatami and modern Western-style rooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a 65-inch TV with Netflix and YouTube, plus free on-site parking (for one kei car, max height 1.8m) and ample coin parking nearby.

This detached house in Takashima-shi is situated approximately 500 metres from Lake Biwa, offering easy access to lakeside activities, and is located 35 kilometres from Sanzen-in Temple and 42 kilometres from Rurikoin Temple, with Itami Airport 100 kilometres away.
This family-friendly holiday home provides accommodation for up to 12 guests across 187 square metres, featuring air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and private parking, with bicycle parking also available.

This spacious house in Ōmihachiman, a short walk from the Suigo Meguri boat tour and Himure Hachimangu Shrine, offers easy access to the canals and is 35 minutes by train from Kyoto Station.
Sleeping up to 14 guests, the four-bedroom property boasts three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a garden, free parking, children's amenities (including tricycles and a paddling pool), and a free shuttle service from Ōmihachiman Station (reservations required seven days in advance).

This exclusive 120 sqm, 3LDK historic townhouse offers a private 'second home' experience within Ōmihachiman-shi's quiet, century-old district, placing numerous tourist attractions and restaurants within easy walking distance.
This well-appointed dwelling accommodates up to 12 guests and features two private semi-open-air 'tsubo' baths, a historic well with a hand pump, complimentary bicycles for exploration, and entertainment facilities including a ping pong table and board games.

This detached house in Higashiomi-shi is situated 50 kilometres from Enryaku-ji Temple and 84 kilometres from Nagoya Airport.
This 70 square metre holiday home offers a private terrace, a garden, a Jacuzzi, and free Wi-Fi, with a fully equipped kitchen and private parking ideal for families.

This four-bedroom Takashima-shi holiday home, sleeping up to 11 guests, is conveniently located in [Specific district of Takashima-shi, if known; otherwise remove this section] and offers easy access to Lake Biwa (distance in km needed).
The self-catering property features a kitchen, air conditioning, parking, and one bathroom, allowing families to enjoy a peaceful stay with opportunities for hiking in the surrounding natural areas (specific trail names and distances in km needed).

Honmachi Juku is situated in the Honmachi district of Hikone, a short walk from Hikone Castle and a 4.5-mile drive from Maibara Station. The ryokan has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall user experience.
The traditional Japanese inn offers a shared lounge for guests to relax and socialise. It provides free parking, Wi-Fi, and an Asian breakfast, as well as family rooms and a shared bathroom.

PLATINUM RESORT is a spacious holiday home located in Minami-komatsu, Ōtsu-shi, just 14 miles from Sanzen-in Temple and 18 miles from Rurikoin, offering a peaceful retreat in a quiet neighbourhood. The property spans 767 square metres and accommodates up to 12 guests, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
PLATINUM RESORT offers a range of amenities to enhance your stay, including a private swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a terrace, a garden, a spa, and a bar. Guests can also enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, free parking, and Wi-Fi access.

LAKE villa CHITOSE is a spacious villa located in Hikone, 1.6 km from Hikone Castle and 6.3 km from Maibara Station, offering easy access to local attractions and transport links.
This 800 square metre property sleeps up to 23 guests, boasting three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a year-round outdoor pool, sauna, hot tub, and extensive garden with lake views, plus barbecue facilities, table tennis, and free Wi-Fi.

Yuzanso Ryokan is located in the Ogoto Onsen district of Ōtsu-shi, a 5-minute drive from JR Ogoto Onsen Station and a 20-minute train ride from Kyoto Station. The hotel has a very good user rating, location rating, and cleanliness rating.
This traditional Japanese inn offers a range of amenities including private open-air hot spring baths with views of Lake Biwa, spacious public hot spring baths, a sauna, massage treatments, a bar, a restaurant serving traditional Japanese cuisine, and a souvenir shop. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary shuttle service from JR Ogoto Onsen Station and convenient access to major attractions such as Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple, Sanzen-in Temple, and Biwako Valley Ski Resort.

This Takashima-shi villa, boasting a private pool and open-air bath, is situated 34km from Sanzen-in Temple, 40km from Rurikoin, and 40km from Enryaku-ji Temple.
The 145-square-metre property sleeps 33 guests and features three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, sauna, free Wi-Fi, and ample parking, offering a luxurious retreat with stunning mountain views.

Biwako Ryokusuitei is situated in Ogoto Onsen, a relaxing hot spring area just 30 minutes by car from both Miidera Temple and Enryaku-ji Temple, and a 20-minute train ride from Kyoto Station. This establishment has received a very good rating for its location and user experience, and an excellent cleanliness rating.
This hotel offers a choice of traditional Japanese rooms with tatami floors and futon bedding, or Western-style rooms with beds, all featuring Japanese Yukata robes. Amenities include a swimming pool, a jacuzzi, a spa, a restaurant, a bar, and a garden, as well as free Wi-Fi, parking, and a shuttle service from JR Ogoto Onsen Train Station.

This recently renovated four-bedroom villa in Ōmihachiman is ideally situated for exploring nearby temples, approximately 37-43km from Sanzen-in, Enryaku-ji, and Rurikoin, and 40km from Mount Hiei.
The 110 square metre property offers ample space for up to 20 guests, boasting two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, private parking, and free bicycle use for exploring the local area.

Villa Hachiman-bori, located in Ōmihachiman, offers easy access to Mount Hiei, Enryaku-ji Temple (both approximately 37km away), and Shoren-in Temple (45km away).
This 107 square metre house sleeps up to 19 guests, boasting four bedrooms, one bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, private parking, and a terrace/balcony.

Reiwa House, a lakeside villa in Takashima's Windmill Village on the shores of Lake Biwa, is situated approximately 42-50km from Sanzen-in Temple, Rurikoin, and Enryaku-ji Temple.
This spacious 150 square metre property boasts four bedrooms, one bathroom, and sleeps up to 31 guests, offering a private terrace with BBQ facilities, free Wi-Fi, and parking.