Hikone Castle Resort & Spa

If you're staying in Hikone, this is the place to do it. The staff are professionals - accommodating in every way, from checking-in and out, help with luggage forwarding, to breakfast. The rooms are a bit dated, but are well kept and maintained - has a bit of charm to it. The location is convenient, next to cafes and restaurants, as well as within walking distance to Hikone Castle and the Train station. The breakfast offered had a lot of variety as well and very high quality.

There's no better location in town. The hotel sits across the moat from Hikone castle, and commands some excellent views throughout the building. In the two weeks spent on the road in Japan, this was the most comfy bed during my travels. Breakfast was very good, and the hotel's accommodations were very comfy. The hotel leans a little more traditional than the rail stop hotels I'd been staying at, with scuffs provided for moving around the room's wood floors, and geta & yukata for taking a trip to the spa or observation floor.

The location was awesome close to and a view of the Castle! What more could you need. Room was comfortable and met my expectations. Was able to work at the desk without any issues. WiFi was good. They even offer complimentary drinks in the lounge. I arrived about an hour early and was able to check in right away and head to my room. Great hotel! Would definitely stay here again.

The location is fantastic! You can see the castle from the Japanese hot spring bath. It is a short walk from the station and the entrance to the castle is literally a couple of minutes away. The staff noticed it was my birthday and presented me with a gift! How wonderful and thoughtful!

Everything about it: the location (and views), the much-noted breakfast, complimentary beer and hot baths. It was peak cherry blossom so I was spoiled, but I’d happily visit again at other times of the year.