Title: Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=5567169&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Travelers retreat to a peaceful haven where indoor mineral hot springs await and delicious meals complement the natural beauty surrounding them ## Photo gallery for Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/4c2aab31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/a3a6ef6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese Style Room (Sanyaso) with Open-Air bath | Bathroom - Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/61cb45d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View | View from room - Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/6f94a664.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/c6aae0e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan offers a tranquil escape near Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine. Guests enjoy mineral-rich indoor hot springs, a book collection, and on-site shopping. The ryokan provides high-speed WiFi and helpful concierge staff for a comfortable stay. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 29 - Jan. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=5567169&PinnedHotelID=5567169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=5567169&PinnedHotelID=5567169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 30 - Jan. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=5567169&PinnedHotelID=5567169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=5567169&PinnedHotelID=5567169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=5567169&PinnedHotelID=5567169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=5567169&PinnedHotelID=5567169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 6 - 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Lake view - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin) ![Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/8f34a1a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Spring water bathtub Bidet Hair dryer Detached private bathroom Shower/tub combination Daily housekeeping - Lake view - 861 sq ft - Sleeps 8 - 2 Twin Beds and 6 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Executive Satoyama Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/5945b3eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Satoyama Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath - Sleeps 6 ### View all photos for San-yaso Room with Open Air Bath ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/w628h440x15y0-4e70eb69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### San-yaso Room with Open Air Bath - Sleeps 5 ### View all photos for Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View ![Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/6f94a664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Spring water bathtub Shower/tub combination Bathrobes Hair dryer Detached private bathroom Bidet - Lake view - 861 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Japanese Style Room (Hoshi no Shizuku) ![Japanese Style Room (Hoshi no Shizuku)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/b6fe2a6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room (Hoshi no Shizuku) ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Bidet Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Partial lake view - 388 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 5 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Executive Japanese Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath and Lake View ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5570000/5567200/5567169/d9be676b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Japanese Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath and Lake View - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOtsu-Hotels-Satoyu-Mukashibanashi-Yuzanso-Ryokan.h5567169.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOtsu-Hotels-Satoyu-Mukashibanashi-Yuzanso-Ryokan.h5567169.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ogoto, a neighborhood in Otsu, Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan is near a train station and on a lake. Nishiki Market and Heian Shrine are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Saikyoji Temple and Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Otsu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Otsu.dx179215) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.09103%2C135.89227&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HKOe96vJmRCwUKV16BBXscf4CYc=) 1-9-28 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101 ### What's nearby - ![Ishiyamadera Temple featuring heritage elements and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/d7f3b590-1c18-4d2d-b8c0-470e4bd16f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biwako Quasi-National Park 7 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Otsu_Biwako Valley Ski Resort_553248621532772473_3](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772473/25267bc9-9d75-4574-8468-a1d378ed0258.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biwako Valley Ski Resort 20 min drive \- 14.5 km - ![Kiyomizu Temple showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kiyomizu Temple 28 min drive \- 21.9 km - ![Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/d4bf094c-024f-4052-bb81-54deb5ac7ecf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nishiki Market 34 min drive \- 24.5 km - Ogoto Onsen 1 min walk \- 0.0 km ### Getting around - Ogotoonsen station 16 min walk - Itami Airport (ITM) 72 min drive ### Restaurants - スシロー 大津堅田店 4 min drive - 麺屋 聖〜kiyo〜 16 min walk - 中華そば 殿 雄琴店 3 min drive - 麺屋昊鶏 3 min drive - パリス 雄琴店 15 min walk ## About this property ### Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Ryokan near Saikyoji Temple Located close to Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine, Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant. Other perks at this ryokan include: - A seasonal outdoor pool - Free self parking - Free train station pick-up, hot springs on site, and a gift shop - Books, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe Room features All 101 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. 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Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - On a lake ### Spa - Hot springs - Public bath open from 9:00 AM - midnight - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible train station shuttle - No elevator ### More - 10 floors - 2 buildings - Built in 1973 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Guests with Breakfast rate plans who wish to dinner during their stay must book meals at least 5 days in advance. Meals are not bookable onsite. Guests with Room Only rate plans who wish to have breakfast or dinner during their stay must book meals at least 5 days in advance. Meals are not bookable onsite. Guests must check in before 7 PM in order to receive dinner. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The seasonal pool will be open from July to August Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM 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 A car is not required for transportation to and from this property Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities ### Property is 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 ### Does Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan? ### Is Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan? ### What time is check-out at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan? ### Where is Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 176 8 - Good 87 6 - Okay 26 4 - Poor 11 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sammi Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were very friendly and helpful. They have several staff that are able to speak some english so that was a great help because my japanese is limited. My family had a comfortable stay and had a great time at the onsen! ##### Sammi Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yuzanso staff was amazing and courteous. During dinner service staff was very attentive and explained the meals he maximize experience. The area didn’t have much to do but close to train station (Yuzano staff offered free shuttle rides to and back from station) ##### Samuel Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing onsen experience Amazing view from room and great dinner and breakfast served in a private room. A fantastic onsen experience. ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg May 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The rooms were spacious and wonderful, and the staff were all very nice ##### Greg Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sanum Jan 6, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was an awesome semi traditional ryokan experience. I will drop me style room was exactly what we were looking for to break up other more western hotels stays. We booked breakfast but not dinner as we wanted to explore the local areas as well. Breakfast was a traditional Japanese breakfast and as I asked in advance for a vegetarian version they accommodated extremely well and we thoroughly enjoyed a hearty breakfast. While the property itself is a little rundown, the service was amazing, the room was spotless, and the private hot tub was an added luxury. They also had a shuttle bus to and from the station on command, which proved extremely helpful & professional. The one negative was that you had to pay an onsen tax on site at checkin separate to the bill already paid. I thought this was quite cheeky given that it’s an onsen hotel and that’s the whole point of coming… there is also no choice - whether you use it or not, you have to pay the tax (only small but principly we were a bit miffed). Also note that if you have tattoos, you can only use the public bath if you have tattoo coverings. I strongly suggest you purchase these from somewhere else instead of purchasing them at the gift centre as they only have one size and one colour. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3b93aab6-9721-4aea-a621-07876d3cfdb7-1767669278332.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9e9a241d-72f4-44be-a31d-398f18ca7c7b-1767669278333.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e3661d67-be83-4509-8406-ea49e89de86b-1767669292496.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sanum Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shuk Yin Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All staffs are very friendly and politely. Dinner and breakfast deliciously. ##### Shuk Yin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SONIA Apr 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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 Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Loraine Dec 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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 Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex Apr 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff is extremely hospitable and helpful. I really liked how they gave me a ride to the station every morning. Breakfast was also very traditional and delicious. I felt like I got a good Japanese experience staying here, honestly I wish I stayed longer. Definitely planning to make another trip to Japan soon, and I would stay here again in a heart beat! :) ##### Alex Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved this ryokan experience! It had everything we were hoping for. Dinner and breakfast were magnificent, the multi-course meals had us full and pleasantly surprised. We love the private onsen and yukata as well The staff here were super helpful and wanted us to have a nice stay. Most of them can help in basic English, but there were a few who you have to take out the translator for which was not a big issue ##### Tammy Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shinyl Jan 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I am absolutely obsessed with this hotel & will be back for my next trip to Japan. staff were extremely accommodating & helpful despite any language barrier (easily solved with google translate). the amenities alone are amazing & don’t get me started on the breakfast! please be sure to book yourself breakfast for at least one or two days so you can experience it. one of my favorite meals in the entirety of my trip. ##### Shinyl Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rahayu Jan 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We request for a room with private onsen.They accomodate our request for halal dinner and breakfast. Transport provided to/fro the hotel which is convenient. They also made up our bed while we had our dinner ##### Rahayu Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TAK FAI Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent Lake Biwa view on 9/F. The room in 9/F is new decorated and contains modern facilities with Japanese classic style. The private hotspring is good. The Japanese breakfast included is also good. The bath room should have curtain for guest who is shy. The location is very peacful but no convenient store or any facilities nearby. Need to drive car by 3 minutes to the nearest convenient store. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8b45e1b5-66db-4ccd-87f5-c2b3de16fc3c-1745692464805.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### TAK FAI Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason Apr 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TXHUJ Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in satoyama room with 5 people, which was perfect fit. We enjoyed our room with the open air bath and shower outside, a living room and the sleeping room. The room had 2 separate toilet rooms. Breakfast and dinner were of japanese cuisine, amazing!! We used the public bath and it was beautiful. Hotel perfect for watching sunrise. It was beautiful view of lake as well. The hotel also had a little arcade and a wine bar and cafe and had massage services. They helped us carry our stuff to them room and during meal times they made our rooms. We had a very pleasant stay! ##### TXHUJ Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annaleta Mar 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy Oct 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yuzanso was the location I chose as a surprise vacation trip for my girlfriend. Placed north of Otsu, it was one of the most perfect places for getting away from the crowd of the bigger city while still being a place of convenience to access other parts of Shiga. Before coming to the property, I asked many questions about the property and even made a special request to Yuzanso, and they provided 100% to my satisfaction. Once arriving at the property, the staff were very polite and accommodating. Being able to speak both Japanese and English well, they would be able to communicate and help guide guests from all walks of life. The property itself was quite larger than expected. Its vastness, design, and cleanliness really separate it from other properties. You can tell that the management and staff truly do care about making guests feel welcomed. We stayed on the 8th floor in the Executive Satoyama Room. The room was beautiful, spacious, and very clean. The view from the room as well was absolutely drop dead gorgeous. During the day you can experience the vastness of Lake Biwa and the surrounding towering mountains. And during the night, the thousands of shimmering lights of city reflecting off of the water were breath taking. All of this you can enjoy while bathing in the open air style private hot spring wooden bath that is built attached to the room. I am now happily engaged to my fiancée, and Yuzanso played a huge role in this. Thank you so much Yuzanso! Would recommend! ![Executive Satoyama Tatami Style](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4ce22e53-0fd3-45d8-8f15-368d9a141c58-1760680081188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from the Window During the Night](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ca30bf83-ee81-4a3c-ad7c-c248b70ec458-1760680110811.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Family Room View During the Day](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/12d3deaf-bf8f-4322-bfd7-7ed2c1358571-1760680090487.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Open Air Style Bath (fits 2 people)](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9e53c2ce-492c-45e4-827d-0fa120c6838d-1760680091234.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jeremy Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was a very nice tradition hotel experience. The tub and bathroom was amazing. Breakfast was an awesome traditional experience. ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shui Nov 28, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Nice Ryokan experience . Kiseki dinners are brilliant. It's in the middle of the countryside so not much to do in the area. ##### Shui Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sai Hung Dec 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities OK ##### Sai Hung Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Katie Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Nice area but a little difficult to get to if you plan on doing anything outside the hotel ##### Katie Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was extremely nice and accommodating and our dinner was very fancy! ##### Hannah Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ka Lok Feb 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very good ##### Ka Lok Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wah Kit Jun 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good ##### Wah Kit Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hoi Kiu May 15, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Hotel is too old, no facilities ##### Hoi Kiu Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cottages on River Road](https://www.expedia.ca/Guerneville-Hotels-Cottages-On-River-Road.h898926.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ross River](https://www.expedia.ca/Ross-River-Hotels.d3870.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Castillo](https://www.expedia.ca/Palma-Del-Rio-Hotels-Hotel-Castillo.h891663.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Laguardia](https://www.expedia.ca/Laguardia-Hotels.d6023827.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [TRS Coral Hotel - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Costa-Mujeres-Hotels-TRS-Coral-Hotel-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h23056533.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston IAH - Beltway 8 by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Houston-IAH-Beltway-8.h16639053.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Sogn og Fjordane County](https://www.expedia.ca/Sogn-Og-Fjordane-County-Hotels.d6056656.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Pasa Tiempo Private Waterfront Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Hotels-Pasa-Tiempo-Private-Waterfront-Resort-Adults-Only.h908666.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Schenefeld](https://www.expedia.ca/Schenefeld-Hotels.d180264.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Schiphol (AMS) to Saint-Louis (BSL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ams/bsl/amsterdam-to-basel) > > [Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Galway (GWY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mci/gwy/kansas-city-to-galway) > > [Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Ferno (MXP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fra/mxp/frankfurt-to-milan) > > [Flights from Belp (BRN) to Hounslow (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/brn/lhr/bern-to-london) > > [Flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/psp/las/palm-springs-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Palm Springs (PSP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/las/psp/las-vegas-to-palm-springs) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Springfield (SPI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/spi/vancouver-to-springfield) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Montego Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Montego-Bay.d180106.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Rent A Wreck Car Rentals In Ottawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Rent-A-Wreck-Car-Rentals-In-Ottawa.d178296-c33.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car rentals in Port Elgin](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Port-Elgin.d181899.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Cruise ### Activities ### Packages ### Vacation Rentals ### General > [Visit Armour](https://www.expedia.ca/Armour.dx553248635740513078) > > [Visit View Park-Windsor Hills](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-View-Park-Windsor-Hills.dx553248635975876456) > > [Visit Anola](https://www.expedia.ca/Anola.dx553248635921964887)