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Biwako Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Otsu Port

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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2-40 Hama-Machi, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0041
  • Popular LocationOtsu Port5 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Biwa Canal9 min walk
  • Popular LocationBiwako Hall11 min walk
  • AirportKobe (UKB)87 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Luxury Twin Room with View Bath VISTA [Adult-Only]

  • 452 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Luxury Twin Room with View Bath AQUA [Adult-Only]

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 355 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 355 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm)

9.9/10 Exceptional
  • 430 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (30sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (30sqm)

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • 322 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Luxury Twin Room with View Bath AQUA [Adult-Only]

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Floor Natura Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room(40㎡)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room(33㎡)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, electronic bidet, towels

Deluxe Floor Lumina Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Luxury Twin Room with View Bath VISTA [Adult-Only]

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Otsu Port and Biwako Flower Fountain. Also, Lake Biwa Canal is within half a mile (1 km) and Mii-dera is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Otsu Port - 5 min walk
  • Lake Biwa Canal - 9 min walk
  • Biwako Hall - 11 min walk
  • Mii-dera - 19 min walk
  • Omi Shrine - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Biwako-Hamaotsu Station - 7 min walk
  • Keihan Yamashina - 7 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ロッテリア 浜大津アーカス店 - 4 min walk
  • 日本料理 おおみ - 4 min walk
  • モダン・ミール - 4 min walk
  • madocafe - 3 min walk
  • 近江牛専門店近江かど萬 - 6 min walk

About this property

Biwako Hotel

4-star hotel near Otsu Port
Biwako Hotel offers its guests hot springs, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There are 4 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Biwako Hotel. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are free. Free self parking is available.

  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1998
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
Biwako Hotel offers 175 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, toilets with an electronic bidet, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe). This service features separate men and women areas. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: JPY 3,200 for adults and JPY 1,600 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Hot springs
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Meals are not included in the room rate for children ages 3 years and younger whose stay is included
Disposable personal items (toothbrush, razor, hair brush) are available on request in the lobby.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 3200 for adults and JPY 1600 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in July and close in August.
  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Biwako Hotel to the airport?

Biwako Hotel is 36.3 mi (52-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Biwako Hotel?

As of May 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwako Hotel on Jun 4, 2024 start from $119.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Biwako Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Biwako Hotel.

Does Biwako Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Biwako Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 3200 for adults and JPY 1600 for children.

Is there a casino at Biwako Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Biwako Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Biwako Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Biwako Hotel have a pool?

Biwako Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access starts at 9:00 AM.

Does Biwako Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 4 restaurants on site.

Does Biwako Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Biwako Hotel to downtown Otsu?

Biwako Hotel is 6.1 mi away from Otsu.

Biwako Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 536 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 536 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 536 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 536 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 536 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
Excellent shuttle bus transportation to and from the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eriko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Josephine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle service available to and from Otsu station. Spacious room and great public bath.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location with beautiful lake view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pei Chung

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Machiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lake view room
Liked the amazing lake view. It´s been a wonderful experience. I highly recomend to choose a lake view room!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Most of the hotel services are suspended. No shuttle bus, no luggage delivery, no pool, most of the restaurants and bar at the hotel are closed... Room and view beautiful but not worth the price when there is zero service. Staff was not terribly helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely best breakfast of my life! The range of choice was insane! It was my first Japanese breakfast :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020