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 private 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- 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
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Hong Kong“Very spacious and comfortable room with balcony and nice lake view, free on-site parking, delicious breakfast with both Japanese and western food, friendly and helpful staff”- Sau Hong Kong“We like the room which is spacious and quiet room. When wake up in the morning, can have a very nice seaview from the room.”
Martin
United States of America“Excellent view over the lake. You get access to their own "onsen", just make sure you read up on the rules so you don't mess things up and offend the local population. For instance, you are expected to be naked.”- Vanille
Singapore“Fantastic place n beautiful view facing to Biwa lake. The view is stunning! Staff is vry polite, helpful n friendly . Especially Miss Hoang Thi Minh Chau, Thanks for your fantastic customer service ❣️” 
Michael United States of America“Nice room with a great view. The onsen was very nice as well. The staff were friendly, helpful and professional. Great location near the lake, train stations and restaurants.”- Nawarat
Thailand“Comfortable hotel, wide space and very good hot spring.” 
Wing Hong Kong“1. Facing the lake 2. Spacious room 3. Free shuttle to/ from the hotel and Otsu station 4. Buffet breakfast with plentiful choices of food 5. Friendly staff”- Jessie United States of America“Spacious room with lake view, comfortable bed, and onsen. The location was most convenient and the shuttle bus was also a great help. The staff was also very friendly and helpful. I like this hotel a lot.”
- Mikhail
Israel“Guesthouse owners were very kindly and even took us to the train station” 
Hok Hong Kong“Stunning view from the room, spacious room, nice selection of restaurants inside the hotel, free parking, solid bed, comfortable sofa, outdoor public bath with cool breeze”
Hotel area info
Restaurants6 Restaurants On Site
- Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
- CuisineJapanese • European
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
- CuisineItalian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Tempura ”OHMI”
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceModern
- Teppanyaki ”OHMI”
- CuisineSteakhouse
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceModern
- BBQ ”Hoshi”
- CuisineGrill/BBQ
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
Amenities of Biwako HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular amenities
- 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
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- 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
- Kids' meals
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Transportation
- Public transit ticketsAdditional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit 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
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Chapel/Shrine
- Elevator
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming poolAdditional charge
- Seasonal
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Spa
- 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 all ages are welcome.
Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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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The prices at Biwako Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Biwako Hotel has 6 restaurants:
- BBQ ”Hoshi”
- Teppanyaki ”OHMI”
- Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
- Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
- Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
- Tempura ”OHMI”
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Biwako Hotel is 0.7 miles from the center of Otsu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Room options at Biwako Hotel include:
- Suite
- Triple
- Twin
- Double
- Quad
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Check-in at Biwako Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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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
