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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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9.2
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
US$88
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. Friendly helpful staff, charming place, and super affordable!

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8.8
Fabulous
224 reviews
Price from
US$20
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. Fantastic place to stay and explore rural Japanese countryside. 15 min cycle to the famous Shirahige Jinja.

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8.2
Very good
169 reviews
Price from
US$34
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. 31 km from Ruriko-in Temple and 33 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, the property features a restaurant and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 34 km from Mount Hiei.

The hostel offers certain rooms that include lake views, and every room is equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower. Great location, great staff! Very kind

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8.1
Very good
86 reviews
Price from
US$58
per night

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