Biwako Hotel
520-0041 Shiga, Otsu, Hamamachi 2-40, Japan – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
Biwako Hotel
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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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- 7 restaurants
- Bar
Sustainability certification
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Guests who stayed here loved
- SeansutwTaiwan“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...”
- MuhammadSingapore“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!”
- LixingAustralia“All rooms has lake view . Front desk staffs are very helpful and efficient . Good public bath . Room is also large . Frequent shuttle bus .”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants7 restaurants on site
- Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
- CuisineAmerican
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
- CuisineItalian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Sushi ”OHMI”
- CuisineSushi
- 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
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- 7 restaurants
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Lake view
- View
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Public transport ticketsAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Barber/beauty shop
- Non-smoking rooms
- Seasonal
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Kids' poolAdditional charge
- Sun umbrellas
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- MassageAdditional charge
- Sauna
- 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
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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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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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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Biwako Hotel has 7 restaurants:
- Tempura ”OHMI”
- Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
- Sushi ”OHMI”
- Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
- Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
- BBQ ”Hoshi”
- Teppanyaki ”OHMI”
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Check-in at Biwako Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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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
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Room options at Biwako Hotel include:
- Suite
- Triple
- Twin
- Double
- Quadruple
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Yes, Biwako Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.