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About the Hotel

Hamamachi 2-40, Otsu, 520-0041

Perfect

9.0

9.2

/10

4.7

4.5

“The fine views of Lake Biwa made my stay lovely!”view full review

Lakefront hotel on Lake Biwa with natural hot springs and Club Lounge

Amenities & Wellness

Biwako Hotel has an indoor and outdoor hot spring public bath filled with natural hot spring water, plus a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool with lake views. Guests can rent bicycles from the hotel to explore the lakefront promenade and surroundings. The hotel also offers a free shuttle service from JR Otsu Station, electric vehicle charging stations, and accessible parking.

Rooms & Club Lounge

The hotel has 168 air-conditioned rooms, many with spacious layouts and balconies overlooking Lake Biwa. Premier Luxury Floor guests receive access to a dedicated Club Lounge serving complimentary drinks including sparkling wine and beer, as well as afternoon tea and evening canapés. Rooms include yukata robes, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with bath and free toiletries.

Dining

Biwako Hotel houses 6 restaurants and bars, including an Italian restaurant and a Japanese restaurant with teppanyaki. A scenic rooftop barbecue restaurant with panoramic lake views operates during the summer months. The breakfast buffet offers local seasonal ingredients and includes champagne pairings; a bar and coffee house are also on site.

Location

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station and a 3-minute walk from Otsu Port, where the Michigan Cruise departs. Guests can reach Kyoto Station in 15 minutes by train and bus, and nearby attractions include Omi Shrine, MIHO Museum, and Mount Hiei. Free on-site parking and a complimentary shuttle bus from JR Otsu Station make access easy.

Family & Activities

The hotel provides bicycle rental, a kid-friendly buffet, and a seasonal outdoor pool with a shallow end suitable for children. Guests receive a 20% discount on Michigan Cruise tickets when booked through the hotel. A convenience store, arcade, and additional restaurants are within walking distance, and the hotel has a gift shop and chapel on site.

Highlights

Wellness: Natural hot spring indoor & outdoor baths, sauna, seasonal pool

Club Lounge: Complimentary drinks and canapés for Premier Floor guests

Dining: 6 restaurants including summer rooftop BBQ with lake views

Location: 5 min walk to station, 15 min to Kyoto, free shuttle and parking

Room Feature: Spacious lake-view rooms with balcony and yukata robes

Family: Bike rental, kid-friendly buffet, Michigan Cruise discount

Select your room type

Biwako Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Twin Room Non-Smoking 40㎡
2 persons
435 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Deluxe Double Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
room details
Deluxe Twin Room Non-Smoking 33㎡
2 persons
360 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Facilities

Biwako Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Good Dining Experience

“I had a wonderful dining experience at the Italian restaurant with a fine view of the lake and mountains. The food was delicious, and the ambiance made my meal truly enjoyable. Even though I was there during winter and not all dining options were available, the Italian restaurant exceeded my expectations with its good offerings.” read full review

Fine Room View

“My room had a lovely view of Lake Biwa, which was a highlight of my stay. Waking up to the beautiful lake scenery every morning was lovely. The room was spacious, providing ample comfort with beds perfectly oriented towards the lake. It truly enhanced my overall experience at the hotel.” read full review

Relaxing Onsen Experience

“The onsen on the 4th floor was a highlight of my stay. It offered both indoor and outdoor areas, all overlooking the lake, which made for a serene and amazing experience. The ambiance was peaceful, and soaking in the warm waters while enjoying the very nice views was the perfect relaxation after a day of exploring.” read full review

Convenient Parking Options

“I appreciated the hassle-free guest parking provided at the hotel. The process was simple-just grab a parking ticket and get it converted to a 24-hour free parking privilege at the front desk. This made my stay even more enjoyable as I was able to explore the area without worrying about extra parking costs.” read full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.0/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Sauna
Massage
Hot spring bath
Open-air bath
Public Bath
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Trouser press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Biwako Hotel Location

Hamamachi 2-40, Otsu, 520-0041

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

Otsu SA

5100 ft

Pagoda

Mii-dera

1.2 mi

Landmark

Biwako Hall Center for Performing Arts

3100 ft

Landmark

Lake Biwa Canal

3400 ft

Landmark

Ohtsu Castle Ruins

3400 ft

Landmark

Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

2600 ft

Landmark

Lake Biwa Sosui-no Sakura

3900 ft

Pagoda

Gichu-ji

4300 ft

Landmark

Keizen-ji Temple

3400 ft

Landmark

Nagara Shrine

3800 ft

Landmark

Mio Shrine

4000 ft

Landmark

Sekino Semimaru Shrine

4000 ft

Landmark

Remains of Enmanin-mon

4600 ft

Landmark

Jotoku-ji Temple

2100 ft

Landmark

Shiga Prefectural Government Building

2100 ft

Museum

Otsu City Museum of History

1.5 mi

Landmark

Eijun-ji Temple

3400 ft

Landmark

Eisen-ji Temple

3400 ft

Nearby

Shrine

Tenson Shrine

600 ft

1-4-1

Otsu City Former Otsu Hall

600 ft

2-1 Hamamachi

Hamaotsu A-qus

600 ft

3-3-14 Kyomachi

Kekai-ji Temple

600 ft

Park

Otsu Lakeside Nagisa Park

600 ft

4-3-12 Kyomachi

Seigen-ji Temple

600 ft

3-5-24 Chuo

Yoho-ji Temple

600 ft

4-7-5 Chuo

Kobunairi Lighthouse

600 ft

1-1 Uchidehama

Lake Biwa Cultural Center

600 ft

3-2-27 Chuo

Gempuku-ji Temple

600 ft

2_5_25 Chuo

Otsu Betsuin Temple

600 ft

Fountain

Biwakohana Fountain

600 ft

Restaurants

Nikubar Modern Meal

1300 ft

1-4-1 Hamaotsu 1F Kyu Otsu Kokaido

Ristorante Lago

1900 ft

1-4-1 Hamaotsu

The Calendar

3000 ft

1-3 Kasugacho VIERA Otsu

Getting around

City Centre
Otsu 11 min · 4.2 mi
Airports
Itami (ITM) 86 min · 35.2 mi
Kobe (UKB) 131 min · 54.1 mi
Train
御陵駅（京都） 10 min · 3.9 mi
蹴上駅（京都） 11 min · 4.5 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of JPY 3500.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

168

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Biwako Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Cleanliness

9.3/10

Comfort

9.3/10

Facilities

9.0/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Staff

9.3/10

Value for money

8.6/10

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Biwako Hotel, Otsu

About the Hotel

Amenities & Wellness

Rooms & Club Lounge

Dining

Location

Family & Activities

Highlights

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Biwako Hotel Location

Reviews and Ratings

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