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A modern library cafe with a wooden bookshelf displaying books, a map on the wall, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A bookshelf with various books and a sign indicating a 'Comfortable Time' area.

A library cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a long counter with books, and large windows.

1. Comfort Hotel Hikone

0.5 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Martha

£42

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building with a glass entrance, a landscaped garden area, and a paved walkway.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, two chairs, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel reception area with a blue carpet leading to the entrance, a glass door, and a reception desk with a computer and a plant.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and a ceiling light fixture.

2. Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi

0.7 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Ryoko

£40

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of the sea and mountains.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a modern ceiling design.

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of the sea, tiled walls, and a ceiling with a skylight.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the sea, large windows, and a tiled floor.

3. Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

1.2 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Hiroshi

£181

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a view of the outside.

A buffet line with various food items and condiments.

Vending machines with various beverages and snacks.

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade and a parking lot in front.

4. Hotel Route Inn Hikone

1.9 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

toshiharu

£49

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two tatami mats, a wooden table with a tray of toiletries, and a bed with white bedding.

A lobby with a reception desk, a green sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a clock on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a sign indicating it is a "Station Hotel".

A buffet setup with various food items and cooking equipment.

5. Hikone Station Hotel

0.4 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

TIMOTHY

£34

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading 'HOTEL RIDE' and a parking sign with a 'P' symbol.

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, TV, and a glass coffee table.

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, and a shelf with toiletries.

A hotel room with a bed, seating area, TV, and a large decorative fish mural.

6. HOTEL RIDE - Adults Only

1.4 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

£27

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A building with multiple windows, a sign for 'The Bank,' and a storefront with a sign for 'Hatago Hikone.'

A billiards table with a reception area and a bar in the background.

A modern café with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with bottles, and a kitchen in the background.

A reception area with a map, a pool table, and a bar.

7. Hatago Hikone

1.2 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

£61

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a clock, and a window with curtains.

A projection screen in a room with a ceiling vent, a standing heater, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a bed, an air conditioning unit, a wooden drying rack, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of buildings and trees.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a red umbrella, two round white ottomans, and a bamboo fence.

8. Casa Estacion Hikone

0.8 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

£98

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A lakeside resort with multiple tents and a wooden lodge, surrounded by trees and illuminated by night lights.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted sign reading "GLAMP ELEMENT," and shelves below displaying framed artwork, books, and decorative items.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a hanging chair, and a view of a lake and trees.

A room with two beds, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

9. Glamp Element - Campground

8.3 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Shuk Wan

£239

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A multi-story building with a sign reading "toyoko-inn.com" and "TOYOKO INN" in English and Japanese.

A cafeteria with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a vending machine.

An elevator with a digital display, a sign indicating a service for special diets, and a no-smoking sign.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, dark wooden doors, and a bright ceiling light.

10. Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

2.7 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Toni

£44

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a ground-level entrance, balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and tiled floor, surrounded by benches and a glass wall.

A reception area with a map display, seating, and a plant wall.

A shelf with labeled packages of hair care products.

11. Green Hotel Yes Nagahama Minatokan

6.6 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Yu Hsing

£65

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a shower, and a view of an indoor pool.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling-mounted smoke detector.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, wooden paneling, and a clock on the wall.

12. Hotel Route Inn Nagahama Inter

8.3 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Natee

£52

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, tatami mats, and a traditional Japanese screen.

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a palm tree, and a view of the sea.

A seaside view with a table and chairs, a clear sky, and distant mountains.

13. Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

6.6 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Omer

£55

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A wooden interior corridor with a sloped ceiling and a view of a traditional Japanese building.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low ceiling with exposed beams, and a bed with white bedding.

A wooden table with benches in a dimly lit room with traditional Japanese sliding doors and a visible sink.

A traditional Japanese building with a snow-covered roof and surrounding trees.

14. Wa no retreat Hitoiki

7.1 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Yumiko

£200

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A compact hotel structure with a front desk, labeled "The Yard" and part of the R9 Hotels Group.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee machine, and a small table.

A vending machine with various drinks and snacks, a wooden door, and a hallway with wooden flooring.

15. HOTEL R9 The Yard Nagahama

6.8 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

扶美子

£42

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with a glass-enclosed section, a blue-tiled wall, and a wooden deck with a bench.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a dining area.

A poolside area with a clear pool, a covered seating area, and string lights.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase with a modern design.

16. RESORT×SPA FutureRESORT

6.1 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

maki

£103

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A building with a sign reading "APA HOTEL" and "HIKONEN (NAMI)" indicating its name and location.

A restaurant with high tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a mirror.

A multi-story building with a sign for APA HOTEL (Hikone-Minami).

17. APA Hotel Hikone Minami

2.4 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Lirui

£43

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A row of identical modular cabins with numbered doors, each with a small outdoor deck and a staircase leading to the deck.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a black service desk, a cash register, and a small wooden cabinet.

A row of four front-loading washing machines in a laundry room with wooden flooring and white walls.

A row of black modular units with a clear entrance, labeled "CODQ 210102," in a parking lot.

18. HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi

9.6 mi from Sawayama Castle Ruins

Ryo

£42

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Top Sawayama Castle Ruins Hotel Reviews

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

8/10 Good

"The location was excellent. Easy check in and out. Breakfast was B1 level using stair was a little different. When you sat down staff was bringing out Japanese breakfast on tray"

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"Great location. And very nice onsen. A place to relax."

Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The private beach was the highlight! Never swam in a lake that felt so refreshing! View from the room was amazing. Perfect place to engage I. Digital detox!"

Hotel KOYO

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, a lot of parking spot, close with Costco wholesale and gasoline, also convenience stores."

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay in this onsen style ryokan. Had a wonderful private onsen in our room, overlooking the river and the lake beyond. Can’t ask for a more perfect experience. Waking up early to soak in our private room onsen before dressing and heading down for the Japanese style breakfast included."

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet. Hot spring was also nuce to use it."

Wa no retreat Hitoiki

10/10 Excellent

"All the rooms were incredibly clean and relaxing. The host was very accommodating and the location was perfect. I was able to walk around at night and really appreciate where I was. Also, the sauna was very wonderful and do the matcha tea ceremony. It was very calming."

Other attractions near Sawayama Castle Ruins

Ryotanji Temple

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

Ryotanji Temple is just one of the places to see in Hikone, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

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Ii Naomasa Statue

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Onoe Onsen with a stop at Ii Naomasa Statue. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.

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Daishiji Temple

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Daishiji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Onoe Onsen. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

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Umoreginoya

5.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hikone with a trip to Umoreginoya. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.

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Shigaken Gokoku Shrine

7.2/10 (18 reviews)

After visiting Shigaken Gokoku Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hikone. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.

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Kaikoku Memorial

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Kaikoku Memorial, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Hikone. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sawayama Castle Ruins?

Sawayama Castle Ruins is located in an area of Hikone that travellers like for its historic landmarks. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Sawayama Castle Ruins?

Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and parking. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Sawayama Castle Ruins. Other good choices close by include Comfort Hotel Hikone and Hotel Sunroute Hikone.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Sawayama Castle Ruins?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Sawayama Castle Ruins.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sawayama Castle Ruins, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Sawayama Castle Ruins.

What can I see and do near Sawayama Castle Ruins?

Hikone Castle, Umoreginoya and Rengeji Temple are some of the local landmarks to explore. Enjoy the outdoors at Ryotanji Temple, Genkyu-en Garden or Konki Park. Create some family memories at Yume-Kyobashi Castle Road and Taga Service Area Nobori.

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Our top choices for Sawayama Castle Ruins hotels

1. Comfort Hotel Hikone

2. Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi

3. Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

4. Hotel Route Inn Hikone

5. Hikone Station Hotel

6. HOTEL RIDE - Adults Only

7. Hatago Hikone

8. Casa Estacion Hikone

9. Glamp Element - Campground

10. Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

11. Green Hotel Yes Nagahama Minatokan

12. Hotel Route Inn Nagahama Inter

13. Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

14. Wa no retreat Hitoiki

15. HOTEL R9 The Yard Nagahama

16. RESORT×SPA FutureRESORT

17. APA Hotel Hikone Minami

18. HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi

Top Sawayama Castle Ruins Hotel Reviews

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel

Hotel KOYO

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

Wa no retreat Hitoiki

Other attractions near Sawayama Castle Ruins

Ryotanji Temple

Ii Naomasa Statue

Daishiji Temple

Umoreginoya

Shigaken Gokoku Shrine

Kaikoku Memorial

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