What is Mount Hiei?
Mount Hiei, or also known as the sacred mountain of Kyoto. Mount Hiei is home to many myths and legends. One of them is the story of the marathon monks. They attempt to complete kaihogyo, which is a 1,000-day marathon (84km per day) to reach enlightenment. In the traditional Shinto folklore it was originally thought to be the home of gods and demons.
There are a few ways to go up this legendary mountain. By car, by hiking up the mountain or the Sakamoto cable car. If its by hike, it will be a 3 hours scenic adventure from Kyoto’s Shugakuin station.
If by cable car, do note that it is run by different companies. I would advice you to buy single tickets instead of round trips. Also, be aware that the Eizan cable car and ropeway do not run during the winter.
To those who stay at Hoshino Resorts l’Hotel De Hiei they provide a shuttle bus from Kyoto station. The hotel shuttle buses are all located at Kyoto station west exit near Hoshinoya coffee and Mcdonald. Infront of all the baggage lockers. The bus ride itself is about 35mins. Once reached you will be pleasantly greeted by their staff who will walk out in a small group, how cute!
More about Lake Biwa.
Located at the based of Mount Hiei is Lake Biwa or also known as Biwako. Lake Biwa is also the largest freshwater lake in japan. There are stories about the origin of the name Biwako, but it is believed to be named because of the resemblance of a stringed instrument called the biwa. In literature, the lake is also called Nio no Umi or Little Grebe Lake.
All of the delicious fish served in Hoshino Resorts l’Hotel De Hiei are caught from Lake Biwa. So you know that it is really fresh. The chef there creates amazing French-Japanese inspired cuisines based on whats the freshest from the Lake.
Hoshino Resorts L’Hotel De Hiei
Located near the peak of Mount Hiei lays Rolando Hiei or also known as L’Hotel De Hiei. The hotel is surrounded by the greenery and has an amazing view of Lake Biwa. on cloudy days you get to experience what they call “Sea of Clouds”.
Leave the buzzing city behind and enjoy every relaxing moment this place have to give. From their relaxing rooms to the beautiful artworks inspired by tradition and innovation that symbolizes the land. During your stay don’t miss out their spa to help balance out the body’s yin and yang.
They provide four types of rooms. The standard twin, semi-suite, suite and pet room. They can accommodate a place for your pet, but only to small and medium size furry friends. Do also take note that the restaurants and shuttle buses can not be used with pets.
The per night rates are:
- Standard twin at ¥ 25,926
- Semi-suite at ¥ 30.566
- Suite at ¥39.815
- Pet rooms at ¥27,778
* Do note the rates are based on one adult and prices are subjected to changes based on seasons, and a separate ¥5,000 (tax included) will be charged on site for each pet.
Around the hotel you will be able to explore the famous Enryaku-ji Temple and see the sights of Otsu City as well as the amazing sights of Lake Biwa itself.
You will be to experience all this and more just one click away below.
L’Hotel De Hiei
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