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 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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


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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guest reviews

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Zara
Australia Australia
Lovely rooms. Great breakfast. Shuttle to train station a plus.
Xihong
United States United States
I consider myself lucky to have found Biwako Hotel: -A very decent hotel with good facilities: spacious room with all needed supplies. A good balcony with a fantastic view of the lake! I also enjoyed the hot bath place and the restaurants.how...
Jared
United States United States
Spacious rooms, excellent view of the lake, friendly staff.
Miho
United States United States
The staff was very helpful. Nice view and very peaceful.
Sophia
Germany Germany
Spacious room, wonderful view of the lake. Staff was very nice, as you would expect for a four star hotel.
Paul
Australia Australia
The location was fantastic. Beautiful view of the lake a far away from the mad crowds of Kyoto. The staff and the service was unbelievable for the price by far the best accommodation hotel service we experienced in Japan
Jo
Japan Japan
Location and the views were lovely. Large spacious room. Breakfast was very good.
Kyle
United States United States
Great resort hotel, very friendly staff, great views. Has shuttle to JR station. Stayed in off-season, so it was not busy at all.
Shlomit
Israel Israel
We stayed for one night before returning our rented car to Kyoto. Arrived late but one of the restaurants was still open to serve us dinner. Onsen is open till mid night so this wax also nice. We enjoyed our comfortable stay
Hisham
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
The hotel is facing the lake and has such an amazing view and such a quiet territory. I had the best few days and a very good night sleep.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

6 Restaurants On Site
Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
  • Cuisine
    Japanese • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
Tempura ”OHMI”
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern
Teppanyaki ”OHMI”
  • Cuisine
    Steakhouse
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern
BBQ ”Hoshi”
  • Cuisine
    Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

Amenities of Biwako Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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

Must-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.

License number: 滋賀県指令大保第914号

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