Name: Yuzanso
Address: 520-0101 Shiga, Otsu, Ogoto 1-9-28, Japan, Ogoto 1-9-28, Shiga, 520-0101, Japan
Rating: 8.9

Yuzanso

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About this property

Only a 5-minute drive from JR Ogoto Onsen Station with the complimentary shuttle, hotel Yuzanso features Japanese-style rooms with a private open-air hot spring bath and spectacular views of Biwako Lake. The hotel also offers massage treatments and a sauna. JR Ogoto Onsen Station offers a direct transit in 20 minutes to Kyoto Station. Air-conditioned rooms feature a living area with a tatami (woven mat) floor, an LCD TV and a mini-bar. An en suite open-air hot spring bath, yukata robes and complimentary green tea are provided. Guests at Yuzanso can relax in spacious public hot spring baths, both indoors and in the open air. A Japanese breakfast and dinner are served. The hotel houses a souvenir shop and drinks vending machines. Yuzanso hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple, and a 30-minute drive from Sanzen-in Temple. The Biwako Valley Ski Resort is a 40-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Asian

Free Private Parking Available On Site
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath

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Room Type	Number of guests
Executive Japanese Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath and Lake View 2 twin beds and 6 futon beds
Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open-Air Bath 5 futon beds
Executive Japanese-Style Room with Open-Air Bath and Lake View 6 futon beds
Suite with Open-Air Bath and Lake View 2 twin beds and 2 full beds
Standard Family Room 5 futon beds

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Guests who stayed here loved

Joanne

United States

“There was some confusion at check-in, but she handled it very well and was very sweet. She even came to our room with a gift and a sweet note apologizing for the confusion. The dinner was amazing and our server was excellent. The view was amazing...”

Bushra

United States

“Enjoyed the different meals serviced everyday at breakfast. Always something new to try giving the full Japanese meal experience. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Definitely got the relaxing Onsen experience with great views.”

Przemysław

Poland

“The whole food experience, both breakfast and dinner, was wonderful. You will get to try many small portions of various dishes The executive room with a private Onsen and a lake view was just amazing. Great room service and a free shuttle bus...”

Chun

United States

“The location is quiet, have a nice view of the lake, at least for my room have the view. Food was great.”

Victoria

United States

“We loved the meals and the convenient shuttle to and from the Ogotoonsen Station. The rooms were very spacious!”

Daniela

Italy

“The view was beautiful and the open air bath was amazing, really recommend staying here, it's worth the money. We also had the half board included which was very tasty. Overall amazing stay, would love to come back.”

Clifford

United States

“We had private bath onsen room. It was nice to enjoy the spa water without having to go to the public bath at the onsen. The daily breakfast was excellent - the family enjoyed them very much. Staff was helpful and the shuttle to and from train...”

Jean-françois

Canada

“Outdoor private bath. The main reason why I'd like to come back! Very nice food selection for both dinner and breakfast. Would have been nice to have these served in our room and not having to walk hallways that aren't heated properly. Free...”

Steven

United States

“Food was delicious, staff was exceptionally helpful and proactive. Shuttle service made it all the better. Everything was clean and thr hotspring baths were gorgeous”

Scott

United States

“Clean facilities. Amazing staff, very well treated. This part was a 10! Onsen was very well kept. View was amazing.”

Managed by Yuzanso

Company review score: 9.4Based on 253 reviews from 1 property

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Property info

Our ryokan is located on an elevated hilltop with a panoramic view of Lake Biwa. We invite you to enjoy our traditional kaiseki cuisine, prepared with seasonal ingredients from the rich natural surroundings of Shiga Prefecture. Halal meals are also available upon request. If needed, please contact us at least one week in advance.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese,Korean,Chinese

Area info

House rules

Yuzanso takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

To use the hotel's free shuttle, call upon arrival at Ogoto Onsen Station. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please inform the property in advance if guests have any food allergies or dietary needs.

If you have booked a plan that includes breakfast, you cannot add dinner separately. Please make a reservation again using the half-board plan.

Please be sure to call us on the day of your appointment. We do not accept contact via email.

The room size is the same regardless of the number of guests.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Yuzanso of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Guests must check in by 19:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 803