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Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

3.5 star property
Lakefront ryokan with a seasonal outdoor pool and a coffee shop

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Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan offers a tranquil escape near Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine. Guests enjoy mineral-rich indoor hot springs, a book collection, and on-site shopping. The ryokan provides high-speed WiFi and helpful concierge staff for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Japanese Style Room (Sanyaso) with Open-Air bath | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room (Sanyaso) with Open-Air bath

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Detached private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Bidet
Spring water bathtub
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room (Satoyama) with Open-Air bath

Japanese Style Room (Satoyama) with Open-Air bath | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room (Satoyama) with Open-Air bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Detached private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Bidet
Spring water bathtub
Daily housekeeping
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

View all photos for Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Detached private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Bidet
Spring water bathtub
Daily housekeeping
  • 80 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds and 6 Twin Futons

View all photos for Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View

Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View | View from room

Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Detached private bathroom
Spring water bathtub
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 80 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Style Room (Hoshi no Shizuku)

Japanese Style Room (Hoshi no Shizuku) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room (Hoshi no Shizuku)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 36 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Map
1-9-28 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 28 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 33 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪スシロー 大津堅田店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪麺屋 聖〜kiyo〜 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪麺屋昊鶏 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪中華そば 殿 雄琴店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪雄琴　ACE - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Ryokan near Saikyoji Temple
Located close to Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine, Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks at this ryokan include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Free train station pick-up, hot springs on site, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, a water dispenser, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 101 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Books
  • Hot springs
  • Piano
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 9:00 AM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with Breakfast rate plans who wish to dinner during their stay must book meals at least 5 days in advance. Meals are not bookable onsite.
Guests with Room Only rate plans who wish to have breakfast or dinner during their stay must book meals at least 5 days in advance. Meals are not bookable onsite.
Guests must check in before 7 PM in order to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from July to August
Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

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Yuzanso Ryokan Otsu
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Frequently asked questions

Does Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.

Is Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan located?

Located in Ogoto, this ryokan is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Saikyoji Temple and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine. Omi Shrine and Enryaku-ji East Temple are also within 9 mi (15 km). Ogotoonsen station is 13 minutes by foot.

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