Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

We had a room with frontal views of the sea and Nagahama Castle and a sprawling park. Breakfast was exceptional with a good mix of western items. There were regular free shuttle services to the train station which was only a 15 minutes walk away. On the eastern side of the station are interesting streets with many small shops offering local food, pastries and souvenirs. We even managed to fit in a day trip to Hikone Castle.

Public bath was modern and chic. It was quite spacious so even though there were many people, it didn’t feel crowded. No limitations on tattoos, etc. The complimentary vinegar drinks, tea, and amazake were excellent. Relaxation lounge was wonderful; indeed relaxing. The room was Japanese-style, spacious, and had a view of the sea and mountains. Great experience for anyone who wants the “traditional Japanese experience.” Toothbrushes in the room were (partially) made of bamboo, which was also a nice surprise for the environment. There is wifi in the room! Booking says there isn’t wifi, but there is, so that was a pleasant surprise.

I really liked the aesthetic and the atmosphere. The hotel room was clean and organized. The breakfast buffet had a variety of dishes and they all tasted great. There was also a lot of activities to keep you occupied such as ping pong, a swimming pool and hot springs.

Beautiful locatiot at lake Biwa with winderful view, onsen and sauna, spacious room, amazing staff and services. We didn't have breakfast or dinner, we tried the complimemtary night cap and it was very pleasant. Overall a nice, relaxing stay

Stayed for 5 days and had an extremely comfortable stay. Huge breakfast buffet. Free drinks and snacks in the lobby. Free drinks in the spa lounge area. I had a relaxed, all-in stay.