Yuzanso
Yuzanso
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Only a 5-minute drive from JR Ogoto Onsen Station with the complimentary shuttle, hotel Yuzanso features Japanese-style rooms with a private open-air hot spring bath and spectacular views of Biwako Lake. The hotel also offers massage treatments and a sauna. JR Ogoto Onsen Station offers a direct transit in 20 minutes to Kyoto Station. Air-conditioned rooms feature a living area with a tatami (woven mat) floor, an LCD TV and a minibar. An en suite open-air hot spring bath, yukata robes and complimentary green tea are provided. Guests at Yuzanso can relax in spacious public hot spring baths, both indoors and in the open air. A Japanese breakfast and dinner are served. The hotel houses a souvenir shop and drinks vending machines. Yuzanso hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple, and a 30-minute drive from Sanzen-in Temple. The Biwako Valley Ski Resort is a 40-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Bar
Property highlights
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)
Breakfast info
Asian
Free private parking available on-site
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
Darren
Hong Kong“Great get away to relax and unwind. Hot springs, private and public were fantastic. Only reserved breakfast and the food was excellent. Room was very large looking out to lake Biwa. Hotel staff were very helpful and informative. The free shuttle...”
Bela
Australia“The breakfast and dinner were delicious, served in traditional Japanese style. The hot spring was incredible.”- Mindy
Singapore“It was easy and convenient to access by using the ryokan’s shuttle service by using the mobile phone at the station. The staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast and dinner was fantastic. Private bath made it that much easier to enjoy in the...” - Bethany
United Kingdom“Lovely staff who help you get from the train station to the hotel and back. Clean, great facilities, beautiful view!” 
Lucy United Kingdom“Excellent ryokan stay near Lake Biwa! We had a private bath in our room which was lovely, and the room itself was spacious with a separate dining area which was very convenient. Provided toiletries were high quality and the ameneties bar was...”
Kinga
Poland“Great place to relax. Staff is very helpfu, we called them and in five minutes they send a car to the train station so we didin't have a problem with luggage. Rooms are spacious and atmosphere is great. We also loved outdoor bath. Dinner and...”
Peter Australia“Room was really big with two bedrooms with two different sleeping options - futon or raised beds - outside private onsen was superb - public onsen was outstanding”- Asia
United States“Meals were served in the restaurant instead of in the room. The meals were delicious and deceptively filling (as in, you wouldn't think you'd get full but you do!). Our room was amazing with a great view. The in-room onsen worked perfectly.” 
Jessica
Netherlands“The private onsen, the view, the room, the food Everything was perfect.”
Meng Hong Kong“the food are delicious and a wide range of variety, almost no dishes were the same during my 3-day stay!!! the staff in the restaurant were nice, friendly and professional”
Property surroundings
Facilities of YuzansoGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Bar
InternetWiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Services
- Shuttle service
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Room service
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Seasonal
- Pool with view
Wellness
- Full body massage
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- MassageAdditional charge
- Sauna
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
- Korean
- Chinese
House rulesYuzanso takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
To use the hotel's free shuttle, call upon arrival at Ogoto Onsen Station. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform the property in advance if guests have any food allergies or dietary needs.
If you have booked a plan that includes breakfast, you cannot add dinner separately. Please make a reservation again using the half-board plan.
Please be sure to call us on the day of your appointment. We do not accept contact via email.
The room size is the same regardless of the number of guests.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Yuzanso in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
Guests must check in by 19:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
FAQs about Yuzanso
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Yuzanso offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Massage
- Open-air bath
- Full body massage
- Hot spring bath
- Swimming Pool
- Public Bath
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Yuzanso is 6.2 miles from the centre of Otsu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The prices at Yuzanso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Yuzanso is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Yes, Yuzanso is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Room options at Yuzanso include:
- Family
- Suite
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Guests staying at Yuzanso can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Asian
