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Biwako Hotel

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
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Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
$196
Sep 15 - Sep 16

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2-40 Hama-Machi, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0041
  • Otsu Port
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lake Biwa Canal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mount Hiei
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Luxury Twin Room VISTA with Lounge Access [Adult-Only], Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Luxury Twin Room AQUA with Lounge Access [Adult-Only], Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm)

Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm)

Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (33sqm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm)

Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (40sqm)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (30sqm)

Deluxe Double Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (30sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (30sqm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Floor Natura Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room(40㎡)

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room(33㎡)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room(33㎡)

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Floor Lumina Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Luxury Twin Room Vista With Lounge Access [Adult-Only], Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Luxury Twin Room Aqua With Lounge Access [Adult-Only], Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room-Non-Smoking (40㎡)

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Biwako Hotel

4-star Otsu hotel walkable to Otsu Port
4 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and free train station pick-up are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a seasonal outdoor pool, and conference space.
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.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 2:00 PM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.
In addition to hot springs, Biwako Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This business-friendly hotel also offers a rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are complimentary for guests. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
Biwako Hotel has 4 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Garden - Onsite buffet restaurant. Open daily.
OHMI - This steakhouse specializes in Japanese cuisine. Open daily.
HOSHI - This restaurant specializes in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,500 to 5,500 for adults and JPY 1,750 to 2,750 for children
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • HOSHI
  • OHMI
  • The Garden

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Hot springs
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 2:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 12 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Meals are not included in the room rate for children ages 3 years and younger whose stay is included
Disposable personal items (toothbrush, razor, hair brush) are available on request in the lobby.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 3500 to 5500 for adults, and JPY 1750 to 2750 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from July to August
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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
Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the onsite public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in

Property is also known as

Biwako Hotel
Biwako Hotel Otsu
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