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Yumotokan

A renowned hotel in Ogoto Onsen with a 1,200-year history.

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“Yumotokan” is a long-established hot spring hotel in the resort of Ogoto, which has thrived as a hot spring destination near Mount Hiei.

The hotel features two open-air baths: 'Gesshin-no-Yu' on the top floor, offering a view of Lake Biwa, and 'Togenshoyo,' nestled in wild nature. Additionally, there are two large indoor baths with views: 'Kobo-no-Yu,' overlooking Lake Biwa through a large window, and 'Sanbo-no-Yu,' offering a beautiful view of Mount Hiei. Men and women alternate the use of the baths on a daily basis. The hotel also provides private baths for guests to enjoy in private.

Guest rooms offer various mood settings, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western fusion-style rooms, semi-suites with a private open-air hot spring bath, and “Hanare Karoi,”' an isolated modern Japanese-style ryokan. On top of that, you cannot miss the cuisine that incorporates an abundance of seasonal local ingredients, including 'Omi beef,' one of Japan's three famous cuts of beef.

Highlights

  • A long-established hot spring hotel located in a corner of the 1,200 year-old Ogoto Onsen hot spring resort.
  • On the top floor, you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the scenic open-air bath, offering stunning views of Lake Biwa and Mount Hiei.
  • The hotel offers a variety of room types, including the Hanare Karoi, where you can experience a new style of Japanese ryokan.
  • The hotel also boasts cuisine using seasonal local ingredients such as Omi beef.

Photos

  • Open-air bath with a view on the top floor, where you can enjoy bathing while viewing the spectacular view of Lake Biwa

    Open-air bath with a view on the top floor, where you can enjoy bathing while viewing the spectacular view of Lake Biwa

  • A variety of room selections, including Japanese modern and twin Japanese-style rooms

    A variety of room selections, including Japanese modern and twin Japanese-style rooms

  • Indulge in the fascinating seasonal delicacies and captivating dishes.

    Indulge in the fascinating seasonal delicacies and captivating dishes.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is it possible to check in early or check out late?

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Check-in time is 2:00pm and check-out time is 11:00am depending on the room type.

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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

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English, Korean and Chinese are available.

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Do you have a luggage shipping service to the airport or train station?

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Sorry, we don’t.

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Can I store my belongings after checkout?

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Yes, it is possible.

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Details

Name in Japanese
湯元舘
Postal Code
520-0102
Address
2-30-7 Noka, Otsu City, Shiga
Telephone
077-579-1111
Check-in
After 3:00pm
Check-out
Until 10:00am
Accommodation Fee
23,000 yen and up per night per person per room for 2 persons
Access
5 minutes drive from Ogotoonsen Station, JR Kosei Line
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)