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About this property
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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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- 6 restaurants
- Bar
Property highlights
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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
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Breakfast info
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Buffet
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Free private parking available at the hotel
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Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Sustainability
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michele
South Africa“The location was perfect and the room was exceptional . The staff were super helpful” - Elizabeth
Australia“Beautiful hotel on Lake Biwa. Our room was absolutely beautiful with an amazing view of the lake. The rooms are huge which was great after staying in hotel tiny rooms for 2 weeks! Beds and pillows were very comfortable! Lovely pool area although...” - Wwei
Malaysia“Absolutely satisfied with the hotel in terms of the location, the cleanliness, the comfort, the room view, the interior design, as well as their dinner and breakfast. Our rooms had a great view of Lake Biwa and we took a wonderful stroll along the...” - Julie Australia“Fantastic views of the lake from every room. Great restaurant and really friendly staff who went out of their way to help me a number of times.”
- Yasunori
Norway“From the free shuttle from the train station to the last bow by the lobby concierge in front of the hotel, our stay at Biwako Hotel was beautiful, luxurious, and magical. Service is world class. The property is gorgeous. The location is...” - Amber
Canada“Beautiful veiw and spacious rooms. The staff were lovely. Only a 10 minute walk from the nearest train station but there also appeared to be a shuttle bus as well.” - Mariana
Switzerland“Very good room, a bit too expensive. I was disappointed that people with tattoo can’t use the hot bath.” - Simon
United Kingdom“Large room with great view Great location close to Kyoto Nice onsen” 
Chantelle
United States“Beautiful hotel, location on the lake and the view from our room was wonderful, they have even positioned the beds so that your feet face the water. Very comfy, warm and clean. Shower was amazing. Parking was easy under the hotel and they kindly...”- Kimberly
Netherlands“The view of the lake is amazing. The JR Otsu station was also close by, it can be walked or the shuttle bus to and from the hotel and station.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant “THE GARDEN”
- CuisineJapanese • European
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Italian Dining ”Bel Lago”
- CuisineItalian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Japanese Cuisine ”OHMI”
- CuisineJapanese
- 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
House rules
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 print
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.
