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A hot tub area with large windows and a view of autumn trees.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear views of the surrounding greenery through large windows.

A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a lake and mountains.

A lake with a dock and a flag, surrounded by lush green hills.

1. Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel

5.8 km from Sainoko Lake

Corina

￥21,400

￥24,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A stone-floored hot spring area with wooden beams and stone walls.

A log cabin interior with a sofa, a woven pouf, and a wooden table.

A wooden cabin with a deck, large windows, and a view of a forested hillside.

A rustic wooden building with a covered patio and outdoor seating area surrounded by lush greenery.

2. Hatcho No Yu

14.3 km from Sainoko Lake

Andreas

￥18,000

￥20,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A wooden cabin with a sign reading 'pension' and a snow-covered landscape.

A wooden cabin with a snow-covered roof, a signpost with Japanese characters, and a snow-covered landscape with trees and mountains in the background.

A cabin with two beds, a sofa, a television, and a radiator.

A framed fish specimen on a table with a lace tablecloth, surrounded by dried plants and flowers.

3. Pension Poka Poka

8.6 km from Sainoko Lake

ウシオ

￥9,545

￥10,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows offering a view of greenery, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and lamps.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A spacious living area with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A modern outdoor patio with wooden furniture and a view of a white building with multiple windows.

4. Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

19.7 km from Sainoko Lake

Ivo

￥18,000

￥21,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A traditional Japanese garden with a rock arrangement, a moss-covered stone, and a small tree with pink flowers.

A modern building with a sloped roof, a visible entrance, and a small porch area.

A grill with various meats and vegetables, a table with a metal frame, and a view of a garden with trees and rocks.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, and a sliding door.

5. Warouan

10.8 km from Sainoko Lake

Ina

￥31,818

￥35,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A person in a hot spring surrounded by rocks and a wooden structure.

A room with a wooden floor, a large window, and a table with chairs.

A cherry blossom tree in full bloom, a clear stream, and a traditional building with a yellow exterior.

A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, large rocks, and a wooden pavilion.

6. Sasanoyu

16 km from Sainoko Lake

Noriaki

￥7,772

￥8,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A traditional half-timbered building with a steeply pitched roof, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative arch.

A hot spring area with rocks arranged in a path leading into the water, surrounded by snow-covered rocks and trees.

A spacious, well-lit interior with a wooden floor, a central seating area, and a counter with various items.

A room with a fireplace, a telescope, and various magazines on the floor.

7. Pension Arma

10.2 km from Sainoko Lake

Andrew

￥16,192

￥17,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A wooden sauna with a bench and a small hot tub, surrounded by snow.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a hanging water feature.

A traditional tatami mat room with wooden beams, tatami mats, and shoji screens.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a hanging incense burner, and a small fire pit.

8. Mizubasho no Yado Higashi

16.4 km from Sainoko Lake

"Everything about the accommodation was excellent, especially the staff! Despite the communication struggles, they were very helpful and provided great service during my stay. The free shuttle service to the ski resort was also extremely useful as they would drive you to your desired resort and pick you up at your specified time. Without a car, there is limited access to any surrounding towns. There is a bus but it’s relatively infrequent. However, staying in is also great due to the 24 hour...

Arman

￥11,232

￥12,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A wooden deck with a view of a lush green valley, a wooden table, a chair, and a lit lantern.

A hot spring area with a rock formation, wooden seating, and a view of trees.

A hot tub with a view of a forested mountain.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, a television, and a view of a lush green landscape.

9. Nikko Senhime Monogatari

17.8 km from Sainoko Lake

Romy

￥27,273

￥33,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A dining table with various dishes, a bottle, and two people in blue attire.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large mirror.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a covered outdoor seating area.

A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains, a sofa, a small table, and curtains.

10. Hatago Nagomi

8.6 km from Sainoko Lake

Susan

￥32,781

￥36,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hot spring area with a wooden ceiling, stone flooring, and a glass wall.

A modern bathroom with black tiled walls, white toilets, and a glass partition.

A breakfast table with croissants, fruit, and beverages in front of a building with a pink facade and large windows.

A table with breakfast items and a view of a building with a traditional architectural style.

11. Nikko Station Hotel Classic

19.9 km from Sainoko Lake

Jennifer

￥21,199

￥24,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A balcony with a view of a river and forested hills.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a futon bed.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, two cushioned chairs, a sliding door with a view of a forest, and a lantern.

A hot spring bath area with a view of a forested river.

12. Koduchi no Yado Tsurukamedaikichi

18 km from Sainoko Lake

Maria

￥28,964

￥32,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hot tub with a stone surround, a wooden bench, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern building with large windows, a stone pathway, and a small tree.

A modern building with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a stone base.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

13. NIKKO-NISHIMACHICLUB A LA TOUTO

17.7 km from Sainoko Lake

Brian

￥44,482

￥49,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding shoji doors, and a hanging paper lantern.

A residential building with a beige exterior, a visible garage door, and snow-covered vegetation in front.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden desk with a laptop, a bed with a red patterned bedspread, and a shoji screen door.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a microwave.

14. Nikko Cottage FU-SHA

17.4 km from Sainoko Lake

Tamara

￥13,058

￥15,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A stone hot tub surrounded by a wooden fence and a yellow wall.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar with stools, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, floral curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a TV on a stand.

A yellow building with a brick base and a small garden area with a statue and plants.

15. Gasthof Ami

16.3 km from Sainoko Lake

￥12,783

￥14,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and string lights.

A hot spring area with wooden walkways, a pool, and autumn-colored trees in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a deck with outdoor seating and a view of autumn foliage.

16. Okunikko Hotel Shikisai

6.5 km from Sainoko Lake

Guillaume

￥23,896

￥26,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a view of a forest through large windows.

A stone wall with moss-covered stones and pink flowers in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a table, a chair, a radiator, and a window with a view of greenery.

17. Nikko Kanaya Hotel

18.4 km from Sainoko Lake

Shirley

￥26,198

￥31,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A minimalist room with tatami flooring, a low table with a cup, and a view of mountains and water.

A bedroom with a large bed, a small table, and a view of mountains and water.

A modern indoor pool with large windows and a view of a natural landscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and seating area, featuring a large TV and a fireplace.

18. The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

8.9 km from Sainoko Lake

Janice Reiko

￥130,000

￥164,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a large window with a view of trees.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and large window.

A modern building entrance with a concrete floor, wooden beams, and a chain-link fence.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, large windows, and a view of a wooden deck and greenery.

19. Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

19.8 km from Sainoko Lake

Sami

￥36,409

￥40,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A bathroom with a black marble sink, a shower, and a window overlooking greenery.

A traditional Japanese shoji screen with a view of a lush garden through a wooden window frame.

A hotel entrance with a covered porch, a bench, and a statue.

A reception area with a glass door, a wooden bench, and a tiled floor.

20. Annex Turtle HOTORI-AN

17.7 km from Sainoko Lake

Charity

￥14,449

￥18,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Sainoko Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 291 reviews	View
Hatcho No Yu	9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews	View
Pension Poka Poka	8.8 Excellent 32 reviews	View
Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko	9.4 Exceptional 394 reviews	View
Warouan	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View

Top Sainoko Lake Hotel Reviews

Nikko Station Hotel Classic

10/10 Excellent

"Onsen was great, room was small but functional."

Nikko Senhime Monogatari

10/10 Excellent

"Dinner was excellent. Good portions of beef that melts in your mouth. Good amount of sashimi too."

Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

10/10 Excellent

"Great, new hotel, large and comfortable rooms, nice big bed. Short bus ride or 24 minute walk from train station in Nikko town. Free coffee all day (nice machine). Recommend buying breakfast and perhaps dinner at the main grocery store close to the Nikko train station, for convenience. Good idea to rent a car at Toyota Rent a Car/Hertz as the drives through the mountains are great, and the local bus service is good, but does not run all day."

Nikko Station Hotel II bankan

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel with a free basic breakfast very close to the station. Quiet, probs a bit dated but staff are lovely and close to the station, shops, large supermarket. Fresh towels hung on your door knob daily. Bus stop/both stations are max 4-5 min flat walk. If strong from Tokyo take the SpaciaX train. New, clean and very comfy (leaves Asakusa sun in Tokyo and stops at Ueno also from memory"

Okunikko Hotel Shikisai

10/10 Excellent

"I had a fantastic experience at Hotel Shikisai. The staff were extremely courteous and attentive, the food was excellent (we got the "basic" coursed meal and it was divine!) and the setting is gorgeous and peaceful. Hotel Shikisai has a cozy lived-in feel, but don't take this to mean it is well-worn or undesirable AT ALL. It has a sentimental charm. Picture your favorite old forest lodge (for me it brings up the many WPA lodges in National Parks and National Forests in the States). We had the private onsen, and it was definitely worth any extra cost to pour a private epsom bath while gazing out at the forest on a rainy afternoon. Also, they keep you "hydrated" with free coffee, tea and happy hour booze on the daily!"

Nikko Hoshinoyado

8/10 Good

"The food is very good and well presented. However in-room amenities are minimal, same for the onsen (men) - no cotton ear-buds - and the hand towels do not smell clean."

Hatcho No Yu

10/10 Excellent

"If your goal is to get as remote as possible, this is the place for you. It’s an adventure to get to, but when you get there, the remote location provides a tranquility that is second to none. Wonderful experience."

The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

10/10 Excellent

"Walking distance to lake, waterfall, and national park. Relaxing and serene atmosphere."

Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel with a great location!"

Other attractions near Sainoko Lake

Lake Chūzenji

8.8/10 (316 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Chūzenji during your travels in Nikko. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Ryuzu Waterfall

8.6/10 (20 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ryuzu Waterfall, a lovely green space in Nikko. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Senjogahara Marshland

You can learn about the history of Nikko when you stop by Senjogahara Marshland. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Yudaki Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yudaki Falls during your travels in Nikko. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Mount Nikkō-Shirane

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Nikkō-Shirane during your travels in Katashina. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Yunoko Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yunoko Lake during your travels in Nikko. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Nikko Yumoto Ski Area

8.0/10 (32 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Nikko with a visit to Nikko Yumoto Ski Area. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sainoko Lake?

Sainoko Lake is located in a culturally rich area of Nikko known for its array of dining options and sightseeing. You'll find 17 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Sainoko Lake?

Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and private balconies. It's located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Sainoko Lake. Other good choices within a few miles include Okunikko Hotel Shikisai and Lake Side Nikko Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Sainoko Lake?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sainoko Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sainoko Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Sainoko Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sainoko Lake?

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What can I see and do near Sainoko Lake?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Ryuzu Waterfall and British Embassy Villa Memorial Park. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Chūzenji, Nikko Yumoto Onsen, and Senjogahara Marshland. You might plan a visit to Nikko Yumoto Ski Area or Mt. Nantai Trail while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Sainoko Lake hotels

1. Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel

2. Hatcho No Yu

3. Pension Poka Poka

4. Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

5. Warouan

6. Sasanoyu

7. Pension Arma

8. Mizubasho no Yado Higashi

9. Nikko Senhime Monogatari

10. Hatago Nagomi

11. Nikko Station Hotel Classic

12. Koduchi no Yado Tsurukamedaikichi

13. NIKKO-NISHIMACHICLUB A LA TOUTO

14. Nikko Cottage FU-SHA

15. Gasthof Ami

16. Okunikko Hotel Shikisai

17. Nikko Kanaya Hotel

18. The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

19. Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

20. Annex Turtle HOTORI-AN

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Top Sainoko Lake Hotel Reviews

Nikko Station Hotel Classic

Nikko Senhime Monogatari

Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

Nikko Station Hotel II bankan

Okunikko Hotel Shikisai

Nikko Hoshinoyado

Hatcho No Yu

The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel

Other attractions near Sainoko Lake

Lake Chūzenji

Ryuzu Waterfall

Senjogahara Marshland

Yudaki Falls

Mount Nikkō-Shirane

Yunoko Lake

Nikko Yumoto Ski Area

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