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Guesthouse En

Omihachiman

Located in Omihachiman, 34 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 35 km from Sanzen-in Temple, Guesthouse En offers free bikes and air conditioning.

R
Risto
From
Germany
Fantastic authentic spacious japanese style house, built ca. 100 years ago, is located at the outskirts of Omihachiman town, in a very quiet neighbourhood. The house consists of 4 rooms on tatami mats, a kitchen, a toilet, a mini bath with a more spacious shower area, a washing room and an entrance area. Although we did not cook anything in the house, the kitchen was well equipped with various cooking aids and gadgets. A private parking spot ca. 70 meters from the house was also provided for us. The hostess, who speaks good English, was waiting us at the house, explained the usage and gave good tips what to look and where to go to eat. The house also included 4 bikes in somewhat differing sizes for the usage by the guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$140.98
1 night, 2 adults

ホタル屋

Takashima

Located 41 km from Sanzen-in Temple, ホタル屋 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The Enryaku-ji Temple is within 49 km of the guest house.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$544.70
1 night, 2 adults

guesthouseKinari - Vacation STAY 99387v

Otsu

Set in Otsu, 17 km from Shoren-in Temple and 17 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, guesthouseKinari - Vacation STAY 99387v offers air conditioning.

T
Therese
From
Singapore
Guesthouse Kinari was exceptional and we are so thankful we had the opportunity to stay at this lovely space. It also serves as a center for the community children and also persons with disabilities to gather, and spaces like this are so important for the community as everyone is able to use the space. The room we stayed in was also really comfortable and spacious, with great beds and a big toilet that comes with a bathtub! The entire facility is yours and in the morning, people from the community also gather in the facility and we even got to enjoy the loveliest breakfast of onigiri and miso soup together. The owner also provided a personal guide of places to see in the neighbourhood that was really insightful. I cannot stress how grateful we are to have been able to stay here and we are so thankful to the people who continue to work so hard at Guesthouse Kinari so that everyone can feel right at home at this space. Thank you again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$112.99
1 night, 2 adults

Minpaku KEN HOUSE - Vacation STAY 60980v

Nagahama

Minpaku KEN HOUSE - Vacation STAY 60980v is located in Nagahama, 28 km from Okuibuki Ski Area, 32 km from Kehi Jingu Shrine, and 35 km from Taga-taisha Shrine.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
Price from
US$59.47
1 night, 2 adults

Minpaku KEN HOUSE - Vacation STAY 60948v

Nagahama

Located 28 km from Okuibuki Ski Area, 32 km from Kehi Jingu Shrine and 35 km from Taga-taisha Shrine, Minpaku KEN HOUSE - Vacation STAY 60948v provides accommodation set in Nagahama.

T
Tobias
From
Germany
Very clean! Very nice bed making!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$59.47
1 night, 2 adults

蔵の宿 隠れ蔵 Kakurekura Traditional Private Stay

Nagahama

A recently renovated guest house set in Nagahama, 蔵の宿 隠れ蔵 Kakurekura Traditional Private Stay features a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

S
Simon
From
Australia
Authenticity and position of the house. View from the yard and all the details to make the stay even more enjoyable. quietness of the area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$155.46
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Shin

Omihachiman

Set in Omihachiman, 37 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 38 km from Sanzen-in Temple, Guesthouse Shin offers a garden and air conditioning.

E
Emily
From
Canada
The location was quiet, in the middle of a residential area so it was very quiet at all times, there was a convenience store about 10mins walk away. The guesthouse was very spacious with a living room, dining room and sitting room on the main floor. There were 2 bathrooms and 2 showers and all very clean!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
US$192.25
1 night, 2 adults

FarmStayINN 母屋 Sanzaemon-tei GuestHouse Second floor Shiga-Takasima Traditional Japanese architecture house Limited to one group per day

Takashima

Situated in Takashima and only 50 km from Sanzen-in Temple, FarmStayINN 母屋 Sanzaemon-tei GuestHouse Second floor Shiga-Takasima Traditional Japanese architecture house Limited to one group per day...

T
Tytus
From
Singapore
I reached the property quite late in the night, and the landlord lady is patient and wait for you, tried her best to use translate app to introduce the facilities of the rooms. The room is very big with a kitchen room, really enjoy the time there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
Price from
US$115.50
1 night, 2 adults

GuestHouse MISAKI 一棟貸切駐車場2台最寄駅はJR石山駅瀬田南郷ゴルフ場近し琵琶湖京都宇治奈良大阪の観光は便利です

Otsu

GuestHouse MISAKI 一棟貸切駐車場2台最寄駅はJR石山駅瀬田南郷ゴルフ場近し琵琶湖京都宇治奈良大阪の観光は便利です is located in Otsu, 16 km from Shoren-in Temple, 16 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, as well as 16 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple.

H
Hui
From
Hong Kong
The neighbourhood is quiet. The host is very helpful. The guest house is cozy, clean, and nice. There is a balcony for laundry.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
US$169.18
1 night, 2 adults

快適なアメリカ製トレーラーハウスで非日常グランピング

Maibara

Boasting garden views, 快適なアメリカ製トレーラーハウスで非日常グランピング features accommodation with free bikes, a garden and barbecue facilities, around 10 km from Hikone Castle.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$166.61
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$97.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
There were lots of pretty decorations , every detail was well thought out. The hostess was very kind.
Guest review by
Ana
Group
Avg. price/night: US$99.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
it was ok for one night. it'd been fine for a couple more nights too. it's self check in and there are instructions on how to open the door but I felt that maybe an initial explanation was needed like where the remote for the ac, the password for the wifi, etc. The host came later though and left quickly. it was generally clean.
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Ana
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$115.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
Excellent stay at this beautiful guest house during our cycle around Lake Biwa! It's an absolute gem of a place. The property itself is very well maintained, with traditional features throughout (such as the tatami room and the Kotatsu in the living room). The owners were extremely friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we had a comfortable stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would love to come back! Highly recommended.
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Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$143.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Great location
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Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$92.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Cheap and its located in a shopping street and there is a supermarket nearby which you can buy stuff from
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Danny
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$51.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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A cheaper option to stay away from Kyoto City during peak autumn season if you are driving. Love the bath house and the well-equipped common kitchen. Staff is helpful. The property is clean.
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Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
The landlord is very devoted to his job and his guest house. At first look, he seems to be a serious person, but from the photos on the wall, one can see he is a man with stories. And also the landlord's wife is a great cook. The breakfast is just great. We had a very pleasant stay at guest house AN.
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Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$64.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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The host was nice. Everything was clean. Towels and some amenities were provided. The house is big and there are places to chill. The kitchen is very well equipped if you want to make your own food, just make sure to buy things before you get to the accommodation. There is no convenience stores or supermarkets around.
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Avg. price/night: US$80.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Very quiet guest house, with a well stocked kitchen and several sitting areas. Lovely little town with very friendly hosts. Would definitely recommend to stay here.
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Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$104.07
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
The host was so kind, took us for dinner and was super friendly and warm hearted. 😍 the room was quiet and clean, close to beautiful temples and nature.
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Young couple