Hikone Castle Resort & Spa

It’s in a truly prime location just steps from Hikone Castle, with beautiful castle views.You can also enjoy the view from the large public bath.The bath is fully stocked with essentials such as towels, bath towels, and cleansing products, so you can go without bringing anything.The complimentary drink service was excellent as well. The beer while looking out at Hikone Castle was delicious.I was able to relax and spend time in a calm, comfortable setting.

As it was my first time in Hikone, I chose a Hotel with a castle view. The Room is compact, but the bathroom/toilet area and the space by the door are roomy, and you can always see the castle from the Room. The large public bath only has about 5–6 vanity and washing stations, but the layout makes it easy to use. It was also great that towels and basic skincare items are provided, so you can head to the bath without any hassle. The bath also had a castle view. I booked a plan with dinner and breakfast included. Dinner was wonderful—the presentation, choice of tableware, and the dishes themselves were full of creativity and ingenuity. Not only could I enjoy Shiga ingredients, but I could truly feel their spirit of hospitality. The staff explained both the dishes and tableware carefully and clearly, and they also taught me how to best enjoy the breakfast buffet—thanks to that, I was able to savor delicious Tencha tea from the morning (otherwise I think I would have gotten full too soon). The Hotel’s location is convenient, and I really appreciated having Shuttle Service to the station as well. I would definitely like to stay again in another season.