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Biwako Hotel

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.3

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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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 6 restaurants
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Lake view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

  • Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Group
Singapore Singapore
“Spacious room with a great view, and free shuttle services to Otsu station and back at 20 mins intervals. Nice clean , spacious onsen with a view too. Staff were warm and friendly, and spoke enough English to ensure things went smoothly.”
Simon
Singapore Singapore
“Big room with a great view of the lake. The in suite balcony was a big plus. Friendly staff that is always eager to assist us.”
Rodney
Australia Australia
“Beautiful hotel with water views. Having access to the club in my booking was a nice bonus . Well worth the cost”
Gill
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The view of the lake from the room was stunning. Lovely large bed and room. Kettle and fridge in room. Walked outside hotel and the promenade was in front, where you could get a boat cruise or walk for around an hour along water front. Shuttle bus...”
Spiderlilly42
Germany Germany
“Great very big room with top view on Lake Biwa. Very quiet. Good breakfast. Nice staff. Walkable to Otsu eki with shuttle bus. Parking free.”
Sui
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Excellent location and helpful staff. Nice view to relax.”
Pamela
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location , big room lots of space , very comfortable , doing spa , Italian restaurant”
Cerny
Israel Israel
“Excellent hotel, amazing lake Biwa view, large rooms, very good breakfast and a 20-30 minutes short walk plus train got me to Kyoto.”
Beng
Singapore Singapore
“We love the view from the room. So refreshing to have bed facing the lake rather than the tv. Huge and luxurious. Good that they have bicycle rental service and it is so convenient to explore. Even though it is a distant away from the station, the...”
Catherine
Australia Australia
“The view from the room was stunning and the room itself was large and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful.”

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Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)
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High floor
  • 2 single beds
431 feet²
Balcony
Lake view
Bath
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Air purifiers
Max persons: 2
US$135 per night
Original price
US$589.50
Late Escape Deal
- US$117.90
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$471.60
US$135 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 15 % Service charge
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$22 (optional)
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$169 per night
Original price
US$736.88
Late Escape Deal
- US$147.38
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$589.50
US$169 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 15 % Service charge
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$116 per night
Original price
US$505.29
Late Escape Deal
- US$101.06
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$404.23
US$116 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 15 % Service charge
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$22 (optional)
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$133 per night
Original price
US$578.97
Late Escape Deal
- US$115.79
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$463.18
US$133 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 15 % Service charge
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Sakura Quality An ESG Practice
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Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$22.23 per person.
  • Menu style
    Buffet
  • Additional dining options
    Lunch • Dinner
Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
  • Cuisine
    Japanese • European
  • Service
    Breakfast
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
More food and drink
More food and drink
Meals • Restaurants • Facilities

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-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.

License number: 滋賀県指令大保第914号