Biwako Hotel
Biwako Hotel
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Offering an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths and 6 restaurants and bars, Biwako Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station. Free pick-up shuttles are provided from JR Otsu Station, a 5-minute ride away. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV and a spacious en suite bathroom with a bath, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Yukata robes and a desk are also available in each. At Hotel Biwako, guests can relax in the sauna, use the luggage storage service or purchase souvenirs at the gift shop. A concierge service, free parking and a 24-hour front desk are also available on site. A bar and a wide variety of restaurants offering Italian and Japanese cuisines can be found on site. During the summer months, a rooftop barbecue restaurant with a panoramic view of Lake Biwa is also available. Kyoto Station is just a 15-minute train and bus ride from the hotel, while Otsu Port is just a 3-minute walk away. Ishiyama-dera Temple can be accessed within a 20-minute drive, while Mii-dera Temple is a 12-minute walk away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- 6 restaurants
- Bar
Property highlights
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)
Free private parking available at the hotel
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vivian
Hong Kong“The reception staff are helpful and can speak English. We rented bikes at the hotel and had great fun cycling around the lake.” 
Seansutw
Taiwan“Nice lake view with great weather, luckily we met summer early lake fireworks at Saturday night, amazing experience. Close to port of the wheeling steamboat(ミシガンクルーズ). Free parking during stay. 10 minutes drive to 24h MaxValu supermarket, 5...”
Muhammad
Singapore“The view from the room was excellent! We could see the sunrise from our room. The room was spacious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved the shuttle service from Otsu station as well!”- Lixing
Australia“All rooms has lake view . Front desk staffs are very helpful and efficient . Good public bath . Room is also large . Frequent shuttle bus .” 
Nan
China“Excellent view and facilities. Great employees and service.”
William Australia“Fantastic location looking out over the lake close to shops restaurants and easy access to highlights”
Luke
Guernsey“Fantastic stay , are room was amazing with great views over the lake”
Shirley Singapore“Biggest room I've ever stayed in Japan! Bright and cheerful with a nice balcony that overlooks the lake. There were 3 of us in one room but there was still plenty of space. The good quality coffee and tea provided in the room are great touches. ...”
Heather
United Kingdom“A beautiful location for a simply gorgeous hotel. The room was lovely with a fantastic view of the lake, the breakfasts were well rounded choices and delicious, and most of all the staff were always helpful. I highly recommend staying here if you...”- Loh Singapore“The hotel is just a short walk from the Hamaotsu Station. Great view of Lake Biwa n the water fountain from our room”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants6 restaurants on site
- Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
- CuisineJapanese • European
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
- CuisineItalian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Tempura ”OHMI”
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceModern
- Teppanyaki ”OHMI”
- CuisineSteakhouse
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceModern
- BBQ ”Hoshi”
- CuisineGrill/BBQ
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
Facilities of Biwako HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- 6 restaurants
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Lake view
- View
Outdoors
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Transport
- Public transport ticketsAdditional charge
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Barber/beauty shop
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming poolAdditional charge
- Seasonal
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Wellness
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- MassageAdditional charge
- Sauna
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
House rulesBiwako Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Children aged 0-6 years can stay free of charge.
Children can stay in the room for an additional fee of 2,200 JPY even if they do not require an extra bed, up to the same number as the adults staying in the room.
Guests who require children's cots must make a reservation in advance. A limited number of cots are available, and availability is not guaranteed. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Children staying in existing beds who want to eat breakfast must make a reservation in advance. Fees apply. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about Biwako Hotel
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Room options at Biwako Hotel include:
- Suite
- Triple
- Twin
- Double
- Quadruple
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Biwako Hotel has 6 restaurants:
- BBQ ”Hoshi”
- Tempura ”OHMI”
- Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
- Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
- Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
- Teppanyaki ”OHMI”
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Biwako Hotel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Otsu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Biwako Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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The prices at Biwako Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Biwako Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Massage
- Open-air bath
- Bicycle rental
- Hot spring bath
- Swimming Pool
- Public Bath
