Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa 5 stars

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38, Oshima Cho, Nagahama Shi, 526-0066 SHIGA, Japan

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Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Upscale hotel for business and leisure

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa sits on the banks of Lake Biwa, the oldest and largest freshwater lake in Japan. If you're looking for the best resort near Lake Biwa, our hotel has a beautiful lakeside location and easy access to the historical Tokaido region to explore. Relax by the pool with lake views or enjoy an onsen in our hot spring rock bath with natural iron-rich waters. Enjoy a serene atmosphere with upscale décor and rooms with mountain or lake views in our Lake Biwa onsen resort.

As well as being next to the lake, our premium hotel in Lake Biwa is also steps from Ho Park, famous for its cherry trees which blossom in spring. Within the park, you'll find the reconstructed 16th-century Nagahama Castle, with a museum about the city. Enjoy an all-inclusive package at our family-friendly resort in Lake Biwa and let us take care of your party during your stay. Our packages include breakfast, dinner, drinks, snacks in the lounge, and local discovery activities.

Enjoy views of Japan's largest freshwater lake at our hot spring hotel on Lake Biwa. From the lake view pool to the natural outdoor onsen, you can enjoy the tranquillity of the lakes and mountains and explore the historic city of Nagahama.

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Japan's largest and oldest lake, Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa offers a perfect immersion into the region's majestic nature, rich Tokaido history, delicious local cuisine and traditional cultural experiences.

Mitsuharu HASHIME, Hotel Management

Hotel extras

At our Lake Biwa onsen resort, enjoy the natural iron-rich waters of our outdoor hot springs.
Enjoy local delicacies in our buffet restaurant, overlooking the magnificent Lake Biwa.
Unwind at the complimentary lounge with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
A family-friendly resort on Lake Biwa, we're next to Ho Park, famous for its cherry blossoms.
Conveniently located just a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute walk from the historical district.

Our accommodation(s)

Room

Standard Room with 2 Single beds Lake View

5 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 1 x Single sofa bed(s)
Views: Lake View

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Room

Standard Room with 2 Single beds Mount view

4 pers. max
21 m² / 226 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)

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Room

Standard Japanese-Western Style Room with 2 Single beds Lake View

7 pers. max
38 m² / 409 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 2 x Futon(s)
Views: Lake View

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Room

Standard Room 1 Double bed Mount view

3 pers. max
16 m² / 172 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Room

Standard Single Mount View

1 pers. max
14 m² / 150 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Single bed(s)

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Room

Classic Room with 2 Single beds Lake View

6 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Lake View

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Room

Classic Room with 2 Single beds City View

4 pers. max
21 m² / 226 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Room

Classic Japanese style with 4 Futon Lake View

7 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 4 x Futon(s)
Views: Lake View

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Room

Classic Single Mount View

1 pers. max
14 m² / 150 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Single bed(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Room

Classic Japanese-Western style with 2 Single beds Lake View

9 pers. max
57 m² / 613 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 4 x Futon(s)
Views: Lake View

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Room

Classic Accessible Room with 2 Single beds Lake View

2 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Lake View
Accessible room

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Room

Classic Japanese style with 4 Futon Mount View

4 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 3 x Futon(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Room

Classic Room with 2 Single beds Mount View

3 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 1 x Single sofa bed(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Room

Standard Room with 2 Single beds Mount View

2 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Room

Standard Room, Family, Modern Japanese Style, 2 single beds / 3 futon beds

10 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 3 x Futon(s)
Views: Lake View

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Room

Standard Room, Japanese-Western style, 2 single beds / 1 futon beds, Lake View

6 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 1 x Futon(s)
Views: Lake View
Accessible room

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Room

classic Room 1 bunk bed

3 pers. max
14 m² / 150 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Bunk bed(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Suite

Standard Junior Suite with 1 King beds, Lake View

6 pers. max
72 m² / 775 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)

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Suite

Standard Junior Suite Japanese-Western style room with 2 Single beds Lake View

8 pers. max
72 m² / 775 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Futon(s) and 2 x Single bed(s)

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Suite

Deluxe Suite Lake View

6 pers. max
140 m² / 1506 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Lake View

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Suite

Classic Junior Suite, Japanese-Western style, 2 Single beds, Mount View

8 pers. max
72 m² / 775 sq ft

Bedding 3 x Futon(s) and 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Mountain view

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Room

Classic Accessible Room with 2 Single beds Lake View

2 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Lake View
Accessible room

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Room

Standard Room, Japanese-Western style, 2 single beds / 1 futon beds, Lake View

6 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s) and 1 x Futon(s)
Views: Lake View
Accessible room

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Hotel location

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

38, Oshima Cho, Nagahama Shi
526-0066 SHIGA
Japan

GPS:35.37476, 136.26142

+81 749-64-2000

+81 749-64-2005

Railway station
Highway exit
Ferries

NAGAHAMA

Railway station

Access: 650 m / 0.4 mi 10 min walk / 4 min drive

Shuttle

Shuttle scheduled

NAGAHAMAPORT

Ferries

Access: 800 m / 0.5 mi 10 min walk / 3 min drive

NAGAHAMA IC

Highway exit

Access: 5.4 km / 3.36 mi 1 hrs 39 min walk / 15 min drive

Nagahama Castle

Historic monument

Kurokabe Square

Art and Culture

chikubushima

Lake

Hotel services

Check-in from 03:00 PM - Check out up to 11:00 AM

On site

Swimming pool
Car park
Restaurant
Wheelchair accessible
Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Breakfast
Meeting rooms
100% Non Smoking Property

Le Sensoriel

Enjoy Lake Biwa dining at Le Sensoriel, a modern lake-view buffet restaurant with a menu that changes with the seasons. Enjoy a wide variety of local and international cuisine with unlimited drinks.

The Lounge

All staying guests are invited to unwind at the complimentary lounge during two daily sessions: Social Evening (15:00-18:00) with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, local snacks and sweets, and Night Cap (21:00-23:00) for relaxed refreshments.

Meetings & Events

Number of Meeting Room: 22
Surface of the largest room: 932 m² / 10031.955 sq ft
Maximum seats capacity: 800
Maximum capacity for banquets: 400

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ALL Rating 4.0/5 3,046 reviews

Makiko M. Families - 7/10/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Thank you very much for choosing Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa for your family holiday. We are truly delighted to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful stay with us. It is especially heartwarming to know that everyone, from your teenage children to your elderly parents, enjoyed their time at our hotel. We greatly appreciate your kind words about our all-inclusive experience, cleanliness, service, the beautiful views of Lake Biwa, and our cuisine. Knowing that your entire family was happy is the greatest compliment we could receive. We are also very grateful for your special recognition of our staff, including our chefs and housekeeping team. Your kind words regarding the cleanliness of our public bath area are a great encouragement to our cleaning staff. They work diligently every day to maintain a comfortable and hygienic environment for all of our guests, and we will be sure to share your wonderful comments with them. We are pleased to know that your room was comfortable for your group of six and that the prepared futons allowed you to settle in smoothly, even with your late arrival. We hope it helped you make the most of your precious family time. Thank you again for your thoughtful review and for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa for another memorable stay, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Biwa and our heartfelt hospitality. Warm regards, Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa Front Staff

Kai T. L. Friends - 6/26/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Thank you very much for choosing Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa. We are delighted to hear that you had a pleasant stay with us during your Biwaichi journey and that you chose our hotel from among the many accommodation options available. We hope you were able to relax and refresh after your cycling adventure by enjoying our hot springs, lounge, and comfortable guest room. We will continue striving to provide a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable stay for all our guests, including those traveling around Lake Biwa on the Biwaichi cycling route. We look forward to welcoming you again the next time you visit Lake Biwa. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. Sincerely, Front Desk Team Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Bernard W. Couples - 6/16/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Thank you very much for choosing to stay at Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa and for taking the time to share your kind feedback. We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the magnificent view from our resort. It is especially gratifying to know that the room upgrade to one of our suites contributed to making your experience more special and memorable. Your warm words will be shared with our team, including our manager, as they serve as a great encouragement to continue delivering thoughtful hospitality. We sincerely hope your time with us provided you with relaxing and memorable moments by Lake Biwa. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future for another pleasant stay. Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa Front Staff

Margaret F. Solo - 6/10/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

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Peter J. Solo - 6/4/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Thank you very much for choosing Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa. We are delighted to read your kind comments and truly appreciate your positive feedback. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed our location by the shores of Lake Biwa and the convenient access to nearby attractions, which are among the highlights of our hotel. We are also grateful for your warm words regarding our staff. Your compliments are a great source of encouragement, and we will be sure to share them with our team. We will continue striving to improve our services so that we can provide all our guests with a comfortable and memorable stay. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Thank you again for your valuable feedback. Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa Front Desk Team

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What are the check-in and check-out times?

At Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa, check-in is from 03:00 pm and check-out is up to 11:00 am. For more flexibility, many hotels offer the late check-out option, allowing you to enjoy your stay longer. Indeed, members of the All Accor loyalty program benefit from preferential conditions and late check-out. If you are not a member, you can also request a late check-out when booking online, upon arrival or directly at the front desk the day before or the day of departure. A late departure can sometimes be offered until 1-2 pm.

Are there any special offers or discounts available?

Yes, Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa regularly offers special deals and discounts, mainly accessible through our All Accor loyalty program. By becoming a free member, you benefit from preferential rates year-round, often 5% to 10% off. You can also take advantage of exclusive offers sometimes up to 30% or 40% off stays for certain periods. To maximize your savings, check the Deals section on all.accor.com, sign up for newsletters to receive the best offers by email, be flexible with your dates and book directly via the website or the All Accor app, to enjoy the best guaranteed rates and earn loyalty points.