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Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

3.5 star property
Lakefront ryokan with restaurant, near Lake Biwa

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Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View | Bathroom
Seasonal outdoor pool
Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin) | Bathroom
Hot springs
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Discover a serene retreat at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan, near Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine. Soak in the indoor mineral hot spring or unwind with a book from the collection. Enjoy shopping on site, high-speed WiFi, and attentive concierge services.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Onsen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Hot springs
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Free toiletries
The current price is AU$410
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

Room options

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Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View

Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Spring-water bath
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Bidet
  • 80 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Spring-water bath
Bidet
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 80 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Single Beds and 6 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room (Sanyaso) with Open-Air bath

Japanese Style Room (Sanyaso) with Open-Air bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Spring-water bath
Bidet
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 38.0 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room (Satoyama) with Open-Air bath

Japanese Style Room (Satoyama) with Open-Air bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Spring-water bath
Bidet
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons

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Dining

San-yaso Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

View all photos for Executive Japanese Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath and Lake View

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Japanese Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath and Lake View

  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Single Futons and 2 Single Beds

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Miscellaneous

Executive Satoyama Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Satoyama Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Japanese-Style Room Hoshi No Shizuku With Open Air Bath- Smoking Allowed

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

Hoshi No Shizuku Japanese-style Room With Pottery Bath Type -smoking Allowed

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 8 min walk
  • Mount Hiei - 20 min drive
  • Sanzenin Temple - 22 min drive
  • Kyoto University - 22 min drive
  • Kyoto International Conference Centre - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 61 min drive
  • Kobe (UKB) - 96 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 106 min drive
  • Ogotoonsen station - 13 min walk
  • Biwako-Hamaotsu Station - 13 min drive
  • Kamisakaemachi Station - 13 min drive
  • Free train station pickup
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪スシロー 大津堅田店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪伊予製麺雄琴店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪麺屋聖〜kiyo〜 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪ガールズファンタジー - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪プルプルネクステージ - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan puts you a short five-minute drive from Lake Biwa. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 101 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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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
    • Guests must check in before 7 PM in order to receive dinner.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Free train station shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hot springs
  • Shopping

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1973
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Piano
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 80
  • Accessible train station shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 9:00 AM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from July to August
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Hotel
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Hotel Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Otsu
Yuzanso
Yuzanso Ryokan Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Otsu
Yuzanso Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Ryokan
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Ryokan Otsu

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan and nearby?

On-site recreation at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan includes hot springs. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan also has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan like?

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan is in Ogoto, a short 8-minute walk from Ogoto Onsen.

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Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing onsen experience
Amazing view from room and great dinner and breakfast served in a private room. A fantastic onsen experience.
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful and memorable stay!
It was a wonderful and memorable stay! Staffs are patient, helpful and polite. The room room is very spacious and clean. We enjoyed the hot spring bath with beautiful city and lake view as far as our eyes can see. The Japanese breakfast was the highlight of our trip. We enjoyed the food very much.
Loraine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All staffs are very friendly and politely. Dinner and breakfast deliciously.
Shuk Yin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were spacious and wonderful, and the staff were all very nice
Greg, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was extremely nice and accommodating and our dinner was very fancy!
Hannah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The most wonderful place to enjoy in our trip.
We enjoyed very much! For sure we will visit again and will recommend to our friends. Thank the staff - they were all very professional and friendly.
SONIA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a relaxing stay. Food was amazing. Convenient and easy for non Japanese people to get to and also very accommodating staff. My only complaint with my stay would be the fact the beds were not that comfortable. Especially considering the prices being asked.
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Wah Kit, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good
Ka Lok, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel is too old, no facilities
Hoi Kiu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very good ryokan, we had the private onsen and it was excellent. cleaners kept taking away the tatami room's bedding, it was a bit annoying. understandably English isn't their first language but i would expect slightly better business English in a hotel with non-japanese speaking guests. kaiseki was exquisite.
Annaleta, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very traditional Japanese ryokan. Vast majority of guests are Japanese and so is authentic but also a bit weird… that’s to say, it doesn’t cater to foreigners. Can’t decide if the decor is stuck in the 1980s or if this is just Japanese taste. We had one of the fancy rooms with a private lounge and a private bath tub (could fit 2 small people) overlooking the mountain and lake. This was lovely. Public baths were on 3rd floor, but we didn’t use those. Stayed for 2 days, so ate 2 elaborate dinners and breakfast. All multi course and to Japanese traditional meal etiquette. I’ve never seen so many little dishes. Don’t quite understand the balance of tastes. Loved the wagyu beef and the soup broth with fish. So many elements. This is definitely a place for authenticity. Can’t say I enjoyed everything I ate, but I appreciated it. Oh and we slept on the floor.. on traditional bedding. I don’t feel the need to do that again. Altogether a good experience.

8/10 Very good

We stayed here for one night… just as something different, as we both have never stayed in a Ryokan before. The Satoyama suite was one of the nicest rooms we’ve ever stayed in. You could tell that it was recently renovated/brand new. It also offered a perfect view of Lake Biwa and the surrounding Otsu area. The open air bath and shower was also a nice touch. We took the train from Kyoto to Ogoto Onsen Station. Once you get to Ogoto Onsen Station there is an area where you can call the hotel and a shuttle is sent to pick you up from the station. It was very nice, especially after lugging our bags around stations all day long. Check-in was super easy; the first question they asked us is if we spoke Japanese. We did not. The person who helped us spoke really good English. Everyone who helped us out was super friendly and accommodating. Since we were also considered VIP because we were staying in the suites we got unlimited free snacks and drinks if we showed our room key downstairs. The only gripe I had was the fact that we didn’t realize that we only paid for breakfast the next morning and not dinner the night we stayed. The only way you can get in for dinner is with a timed ticket which they only gave us for breakfast. They stop serving dinner around 8pm and only begin with room service after dinner is done being served. Since it was a long walk into town from where the hotel was located we had to wait until 8pm for room service. Other than that, the hotel was lovely.
Kylie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

최고에요
장점 : 한국인 스태프, 자연관경, 식사, 넓은 방 단점 : 산중턱에 있어서 주변산책 어려움, 근처에 갈 곳이 없음 온천 하나만 봐도 다시올만함, 친절함, 가성비 좋음 또 오고싶어요
Seo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

一泊二食 房間有air bath 06:00-21:00可以開bubble 變成按摩浴池 晚餐，有刺身，近江牛鐵板燒， 魚shabu shabu 餐廳會寫好晒名安排你放鞋嘅位置，同埋入座嘅位置都會有你個名喺度 如果怕悶，酒店都有少量嘅遊戲喺餐廳出 如果想夜晚飲酒，又有間酒吧，我哋就叫咗杯呃like嘅嘢飲 我可能大部份人房間都有air Bath，所以我去大浴場參觀的時候，裏面係冇人，係走嘅時候先至有一個人入 我都好鍾意咁寧靜，同埋咁小人嘅環境
sui ki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

DONGHUN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pui Shang, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

최고의 료칸. 한국 직원있어 편리
Hwang, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

SOOYOUNG, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

1. 温泉風呂付の和洋室に宿泊。　 　家人が大浴場使用できないためにそれを選びました　　 　が、お湯の出が悪くフロントに問い合わせのところ 　「大浴場で入浴できます」との回答。 　だったら風呂付の部屋を選びません ２．夕食、朝食共に凡庸。 　夕食は３種類の卓上で加熱する　鍋物、蒸し物、陶板　　 　焼きで調理して出される品数が少ない。３種類の卓上　　 　加熱の品々で豪華にみえるが、手抜きと感じた。 　 　
??, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

溫泉舒適、私人溫泉體驗良好, 懷石料理晚餐十分精緻、服務好
Man Pan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

다소 낡은 느낌이 들기도 했지만 편하게 온천욕을 즐길 수 있어 좋았다.
JONGUN, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Chris, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

掘りごたつになっていて足も楽でミニキッチンも着いていて今までにはない旅館かなあと思いました。 帰りも外のサクラの所で愛想良く写真取ってくれました。
Miki tabata, 1-night trip