3-Star Hotels in Shiga Prefecture, Japan

"Hotel a bit dated but still fine. The breakfast is in buffet style and everything was delicious :) They even got bicycle parking spaces in the lobby so for people who are travelling along the Biwa Lake this hotel is a great choice."

"Thank you very much to Ctrip customer service Saga. I contacted him after I got on the train from Kyoto to Hikone and asked the hotel to pick me up. He solved the problem as fast as lightning, accurately, efficiently and with high quality! The public transportation from Kyoto to Hikone takes about an hour. When I arrived, I found the hotel's transportation bus accurately and clearly according to the notification. I was picked up by myself. The journey took five minutes. It was in the direction of Hikone Castle. It was not recommended to walk with luggage. It would be more tiring. If you take a taxi, it would cost about 700 yen. Half of the hotel room faces the castle and the other half has no view. The scenery facing the castle is very beautiful. I checked in on April 2, 2025. The cherry blossoms will be in full bloom after April 10. My room on the top floor of the 5th floor faces the castle tower, and the scenery is first-class. The room is not big. The other bed is attached to the wall and it is inconvenient to go up and down. It is just right for one person to live. The bathroom has been renovated. The room style is more old-fashioned, not old. The room without a view on the other side is smaller, and the check-in experience is poor. I booked a one-night stay and two meals, and Japanese cuisine for dinner. I think the quality is very good, but the duck hot pot tastes average, and the overall sincerity is full. The breakfast is simpler, there is no hot spring egg, but there are all kinds of freshly fried vegetable tempura. The breakfast is worse than that of Ogoto Ryokusuitei, and the dinner is about the same level. They are all hotels that cook very carefully, so you can rest assured to choose the meal package. The lounge has beer and juice, but no snacks. The male and female hot spring baths are not changed. The female baths are 38.5 degrees and 42.5 degrees, so one is too cold and the other is too hot. 41 degrees is better. The reason for giving one star for hygiene is: I found a green Japanese-style outer coat with oil spots and changed it to a purple flower one. This is the decision I regret the most, which means that it should not be worn without washing. After taking a hot spring bath in the afternoon, I put it on and drank tea in the room. I felt that it smelled bad. I picked up the outer coat and smelled it. I almost didn't send it away. The stench made me rush to the bathroom to vomit. It was the stench of people with severe bad breath sneezing several times at the clothes. This kind of clothes is not like a yukata. It is not changed for each guest. It is very unhygienic. The slipper cabinet is also smelly, and the slippers are a little sticky on the floor. I went to the hot spring again to wash it again and change into my own clothes, but the feeling of nausea was difficult to eliminate. The hotel will pick you up at the station at 9, 10, or 11 in the morning, and the staff are courteous and considerate."

"I was allowed to stay in a hurry. It's main on the main street, but I didn't care about the noise. There was also a free breakfast buffet, but the number of items was large and delicious."

"This was my first time staying here. I thought it was a good value for the price, but the unit bath was dirty, so I'm disappointed with the rating. However, it was great that they were able to quickly accommodate my sudden request to add another night. I'll definitely use them again."

"This isn’t our first stay at a Vessel Inn, and it likely won’t be the last. They’ve become a safe, reliable choice for us whenever we travel around Japan. The room at Vessel Inn Shiga Moriyama was exactly what we expected—clean, well-maintained, and equipped with the standard amenities and toiletries we’ve come to appreciate. We didn’t get a chance to use the hotel facilities this time, so can’t comment on those. Our main concern is always the cleanliness of the bed and overall comfort, and we’re glad to say it passed with flying colors. No funky surprises, just a peaceful night’s rest. One thing that stood out: the room size felt more spacious than what we’re used to in places like Osaka. Definitely a plus when you’ve got luggage or just want to breathe a little easier. All in all, a solid stay that gave us what we needed—nothing fancy, but exactly right."

"clean and new hotel with great design & super friendly staff, great food selection. Had a very nice chill vibe during my stay. Thank you staff 田中美’代’ ( I forgot the last word of her name, she served us dinner on 16th Jan 2026), we appreciate her food serving with patience as we ate slowly, and she helped to take a great photo for us. I’d recommend this hotel if you can drive to there. e"

"The room was compact and clean, typical of a standard Japanese hotel in terms of layout and hygiene, though a bit dated. The peeling wallpaper didn't affect our stay. It was my first time using a key for both opening the door and activating the electricity. Toiletries, a fridge, a coin-operated washer/dryer, and breakfast were all provided, which was very convenient for my cycling trip. The hotel staff could communicate in simple English, and even if they didn't understand, they used a translator; their attitude was friendly and welcoming. The location is definitely its biggest advantage, being very close to JR Seta Station and bus stops. It only takes 5 minutes from the room to the platform, so bringing my bicycle wasn't an issue. There are convenience stores, ramen shops, yakiniku restaurants, and even a Torikizoku that stays open late nearby. If I come back to Kansai for another cycling trip, I'd definitely consider staying here again."

"It was a very comfortable stay. We had everything we could ever need in the room and it was very clean."

"This time, I stayed with my elementary school-aged child. It was a completely private room, so I felt safe. It was also convenient that all the necessary amenities were provided. Since our rooms were far apart, it was difficult to get coffee and other drinks without having to go all the way to the reception desk, but the receptionist was very kind and helpful."

"Because it's a newly built hotel from last year, the soundproofing is excellent. Once inside the room, I couldn't hear anything from next door, and there were no internal phone lines, so the privacy was exceptional. Regarding the special services, there's a four-language guided tour upon check-in, and you can choose your preferred pillow (softness and height, which was great for someone like me who prefers a firm pillow). Then there's a welcome drink session with unlimited alcohol and soft drinks, and no restrictions on bringing your own food, so even without dinner, you can still have a pleasant time. Moving on to the public bath area, you can choose five personal care products (body lotion, face masks, facial cleanser, etc.) upon check-in, which is quite nice. The public bath itself is fairly standard, but unfortunately, the vending machines on the same floor don't carry milk. Those hoping to experience Japanese bathing culture might be disappointed; hopefully, the hotel will add milk to the vending machines. The breakfast the next day was very plentiful, and the staff quickly added more food, ensuring that nothing I wanted was unavailable, which made up for the slight disappointment of the previous day. Also, because my partner had lost her bracelet at the beach the day before, the staff thoughtfully kept it safe, for which I am very grateful. Furthermore, the staff's recommendations for local attractions and restaurants in Nagahama made for a wonderful experience. I hope the hotel will continue to improve based on my review!"