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Hotel Amenities
Property Features
In addition to hot springs, Biwako Hotel features a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This business-friendly hotel also offers a children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and barbecue grills. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are complimentary for guests. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Elevator
- Rooftop terrace
- Number of bars/lounges - 2
- Free train station drop-off
- 24-hour front desk
- Conference space
- Porter/bellhop
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Year Built - 1998
- Free self parking
- Free WiFi
- Sauna
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor seasonal pool
- Children's pool
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Hair salon
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Number of restaurants - 4
- Concierge services
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Banquet hall
- Free train station pickup
- Vending machine
- Total number of rooms - 175
- Number of floors - 12
- Wedding services
- Garden
Family Friendly Amenities
- Children's pool
- Free WiFi
Room Amenities
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.
- Television
- Daily housekeeping
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe
- Desk
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Free bottled water
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Shower/tub combination
- Free WiFi
- TV size measurement: inch
- In-room climate control (heating)
- Towels provided
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Number of beds 2
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
- Bed sheets not available
- Thin carpet in room
Parking
Free self parking
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Food & Drink
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
Biwako Hotel has 4 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Garden - Onsite buffet restaurant. Open daily.
OHMI - This steakhouse specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
HOSHI - This restaurant specializes in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Bar Bellago - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Spa Services
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe). This service features separate men and women areas. There are hot springs on site.
- Tattoo restrictions disclaimer
- Yukata (Japanese robe)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchairs available on site
Nearby Activities
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Hot springs on site
- Boat tours nearby
Hotel Policies
Payment types
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 3200 for adults and JPY 1600 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-in time ends at midnight
Check-out
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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.
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Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Temperature checks are not available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Contactless check-out is not available
Car not required
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Debit cards not accepted
Protective clothing is not available to guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
Staffed front desk
Children stay free - maximum age 3
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Smoke detector
Children stay free
Parking height restrictions apply
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
No gap period between guest stays
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.
Pet Policy
- Pets not allowed
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from July to August.
Children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
Parking height restrictions apply.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Hotel Names
- Biwako Hotel
- Biwako Hotel Otsu
- Biwako Otsu
- Biwako
- Biwako Hotel Otsu
- Biwako Hotel Hotel
- Biwako Hotel Hotel Otsu
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