近江八幡ユースホステル in Ōmihachiman

Across the road from the Chomeiji River, this informal hostel in a Buddhist temple-style building surrounded by trees and farmland is 4 km from the Chōmei-ji Temple, which overlooks Lake Biwa, and 6 km from Omi–Hachiman train station.The low-key dorms with tatami floors and futons have fans (there’s no air-conditioning). Bathrooms are shared. Private rooms are also offered.Amenities include a cafe and 2 communal bathhouses. Breakfast and dinner are available for a surcharge. Parking and a coin-operated laundry are available.