The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Chūzenji in Nikko for 2026

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A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by large windows offering a view of lush greenery.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A wooden door leading to a balcony with a view of lush green trees and a mountain in the background.

A staircase with red carpeted steps, wooden handrails, and large windows allowing natural light.

1. Lake Side Nikko Hotel

1.9 km from Lake Chūzenji

Anonymous traveler

SAR 767

SAR 875 total

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious lounge area with wooden flooring, large windows offering a view of the city, and comfortable seating arrangements.

2. ZEN RESORT NIKKO

3.2 km from Lake Chūzenji

"Lovely property and a very relaxing environment. Rooms well appointed and the restaurant for dinner was delicious. The site had a very nice shop for practical items, as well as gifts. Location is right on the lake and near the local attractions. Room and package description could have been clearer, as well as more clarity on check-in time restrictions. Despite trying to contact the property well in advance of my stay - I only heard back from them on the day of arrival. Better communication...

Arran

SAR 1,125

SAR 1,247 total

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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 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.

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

3. Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

14.4 km from Lake Chūzenji

Jean-Martin

SAR 703

SAR 851 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A view through a window with a building labeled 'Nihonbashi' and 'Hotel' in Japanese.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a teapot, a chair, a sink, and a mirror.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, a toilet, and a sink.

A variety of Japanese dishes on a tray, including rice, soup, and sashimi.

4. Joshuya Ryokan

13.3 km from Lake Chūzenji

"Excellent food, convenient location, and attentive staff; we thoroughly enjoyed our 3-night stay at this century-old inn! We chose Joshuya for an authentic ryokan experience. Stay here for a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere, home-style Japanese meals shared with guests, excellent public hot spring, and a location within walking distance of major historical sites and Tobu Nikko Station. If you want conventional beds, private bathrooms, or the flexibility to come and go whenever you please, look...

Eiko

SAR 505

SAR 567 total

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone bath surrounded by rocks, a wooden structure, and a mountain backdrop.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, wooden paneling, and a glass door entrance.

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a TV.

5. Ashionoyado Kajika

10.5 km from Lake Chūzenji

Pasi

SAR 502

SAR 562 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

6. Hatcho No Yu

15.8 km from Lake Chūzenji

Andrew

SAR 451

SAR 503 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A wooden spa pool with a view of a forest.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A wooden building with a covered entrance and a wooden deck.

A modern bedroom with a bed, desk, and TV.

7. Okunikko Yumoto Onsen Yunomori

8.8 km from Lake Chūzenji

"The Yunomori onsen ryokan was one of the best places I've ever stayed at. The Kaiseki breakfast and dinner was incredible and the staff were 10/10 amazing. We had an in-room onsen and it was perfect. The entire place was clean and incredibly cozy. I would absolutely recommend Yunomori to anybody! It's a short walk to Yuno Lake nearby and also some beautiful waterfalls. I highly recommend this place to stay in Nikko. It was a very special experience for us. "

Jessica

SAR 1,897

SAR 2,087 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A traditional wooden building with large windows, surrounded by trees and rocks.

8. Nikko Kanaya Hotel

13 km from Lake Chūzenji

Shirley

SAR 617

SAR 747 total

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

9. Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

14.5 km from Lake Chūzenji

Cecilia Chung Chi

SAR 1,284

SAR 1,431 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A hot tub with a view of a forested mountain.

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

A restaurant with a view of a forested hillside. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

10. Nikko Senhime Monogatari

12.4 km from Lake Chūzenji

Nancy

SAR 796

SAR 971 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

A wooden interior with a hot spring bath, wooden flooring, and a glass door leading outside.

11. Mizubasho no Yado Higashi

21.4 km from Lake Chūzenji

"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

SAR 277

SAR 305 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a shelf with various items.

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

12. Warouan

9.3 km from Lake Chūzenji

Ina

SAR 678

SAR 746 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A wooden building with a sign for 'pension' and a snow-covered exterior.

A wooden double door with a glass panel, a light fixture above, and a security panel to the left.

A room with tatami mats, a stack of pillows, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

A wooden cabin interior with a bench, a poster on the wall, and a small altar.

13. Pension Poka Poka

12.7 km from Lake Chūzenji

ウシオ

SAR 224

SAR 247 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, a television, a speaker, and a view of cherry blossoms through a shoji screen.

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

14. Sasanoyu

21.4 km from Lake Chūzenji

Felix

SAR 159

SAR 177 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and a rustic decor.

A covered outdoor barbecue area with a grill, chairs, and a table.

15. Nikko Park Lodge Mountainside

14.1 km from Lake Chūzenji

Matthew

SAR 208

SAR 251 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

A modern bathroom with a large window offering a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

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

16. The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

3.4 km from Lake Chūzenji

Janice Reiko

SAR 4,032

SAR 5,108 total

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sofa, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A covered walkway with wooden pillars and a tiled floor, surrounded by greenery.

A room with a large window, a dining table, and two chairs.

17. Senkyou

23 km from Lake Chūzenji

TOMOAKI

SAR 1,017

SAR 1,140 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottomans, a small table, a TV, and a kitchen area.

A modern living room with a round table, grey sofas, and ottomans. There is a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets, and a TV displaying a streaming service.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a small set of steps leading to a door.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wooden table, and a desk. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a ceiling light fixture.

18. Rakuten STAY Nikko Hoden

14.9 km from Lake Chūzenji

Amber

SAR 710

SAR 783 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A house with a lit sign reading "L'ESCALÉE" and a covered porch.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a bicycle, and a door leading to a garden.

A hallway with a sliding glass door leading to a room with a dining table and chairs. There is a fire extinguisher and a mat on the floor near the door.

A lakeside town with buildings along the shore, a dock with boats, and mountains in the background.

19. Japan Nikko Pension L'escale

14.3 km from Lake Chūzenji

Michael

SAR 363

SAR 400 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a grid pattern, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

A traditional Japanese shrine with a red torii gate, a small altar, and a stone lion statue.

A room with a bed, a table with a book and a remote, a red chair, and a balcony with a railing.

A bar area with red chairs, a wooden counter, and potted plants.

20. Nikko Park Lodge Tobu Station

14.3 km from Lake Chūzenji

Mee Nyuk

SAR 105

SAR 128 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Chūzenji

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lake Side Nikko Hotel	7.8 Good 80 reviews	View
ZEN RESORT NIKKO	6.8 3 reviews	View
Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko	9.4 Exceptional 412 reviews	View
Joshuya Ryokan	10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Ashionoyado Kajika	9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews	View

Top Lake Chūzenji Hotel Reviews

Okunikko Hotel Shikisai

8/10 Good

"Authentic and peaceful. A bit basic"

Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious and clean. Full kitchen. Huge bathroom. Very quite. Highly recommended"

Hatago Nagomi

10/10 Excellent

"The location was ideal with a beautiful view of the lake. The staff was so very helpful and considerate and the food was amazing! It was very convenient to the Kogen falls and other shops in town. Thank you for a wonderful visit while in Nikko."

Nikko Station Hotel Classic

10/10 Excellent

"Close to the train station and nice big windows also has clean rooms"

Nikko Kanaya Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very nice hotel - recommend"

Nikko Senhime Monogatari

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice with friendly helpful staff"

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."

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 Lake Chūzenji

A red torii gate at a waterfront with mountains in the background.

Nikko Futarasan Jinja Chugushi Shrine

Nikko Futarasan Jinja Chugushi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Nikko, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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A waterfall with a rainbow, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs.

Kegon Falls

9.0/10 (242 reviews)

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

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British Embassy Villa Memorial Park

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at British Embassy Villa Memorial Park in Nikko. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Mt. Nantai Trail

You can take time to visit Mt. Nantai Trail during your travels to Nikko. Take some time to visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Italian Embassy Villa Memorial Park

7.8/10 (8 reviews)

Find out about the history of Nikko when you take a trip to Italian Embassy Villa Memorial Park. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Chuzenji Temple

Chuzenji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nikko, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Tochigi Prefectural Nikko Natural Science Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tochigi Prefectural Nikko Natural Science Museum during your trip to Nikko. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Chūzenji?

Lake Chūzenji is located in Nikko. Travelers like this culturally rich area for its sightseeing and temples. You'll find 18 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Lake Chūzenji?

Okunikko Hotel Shikisai is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Chūzenji. Other good choices within 5 miles include Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel and The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake Chūzenji?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Chūzenji.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able 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 top deals close to Lake Chūzenji.

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

For more information about updating your stay near Lake Chūzenji or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Lake Chūzenji?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at British Embassy Villa Memorial Park and Tochigi Prefectural Nikko Natural Science Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Ryuzu Waterfall and Italian Embassy Villa Memorial Park. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Kegon Falls, Mount Nantai, and Senjogahara Marshland.

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Our top choices for Lake Chūzenji hotels

1. Lake Side Nikko Hotel

2. ZEN RESORT NIKKO

3. Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

4. Joshuya Ryokan

5. Ashionoyado Kajika

6. Hatcho No Yu

7. Okunikko Yumoto Onsen Yunomori

8. Nikko Kanaya Hotel

9. Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

10. Nikko Senhime Monogatari

11. Mizubasho no Yado Higashi

12. Warouan

13. Pension Poka Poka

14. Sasanoyu

15. Nikko Park Lodge Mountainside

16. The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

17. Senkyou

18. Rakuten STAY Nikko Hoden

19. Japan Nikko Pension L'escale

20. Nikko Park Lodge Tobu Station

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Top Lake Chūzenji Hotel Reviews

Okunikko Hotel Shikisai

Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

Hatago Nagomi

Nikko Station Hotel Classic

Nikko Kanaya Hotel

Nikko Senhime Monogatari

Nikko Hoshinoyado

The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel

Other attractions near Lake Chūzenji

Nikko Futarasan Jinja Chugushi Shrine

Kegon Falls

British Embassy Villa Memorial Park

Mt. Nantai Trail

Italian Embassy Villa Memorial Park

Chuzenji Temple

Tochigi Prefectural Nikko Natural Science Museum

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