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Biwako Hotel

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, 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 Single Beds

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

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

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room(33㎡)

  • Sleeps 2

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

Deluxe Floor Lumina Twin Room(40㎡)

  • Sleeps 3

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

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

Superior Floor Natura Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

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

Deluxe Floor Lumina Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Biwako Hotel

Lakefront hotel with 4 restaurants and rooftop terrace
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 a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, toilets with an electronic bidet and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board 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 spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 2:00 PM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.
During your stay at Biwako Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Lake Biwa. Features include free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and free train pick-up service.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include 4 restaurants, a coffee shop and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes hot springs and bicycles to rent
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Otsu Port and Biwako Flower Fountain
  • Free train station pick-up and train station drop-off shuttle service
Biwako Hotel offers its guests hot springs, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Biwako Hotel. A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Free self parking is available.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Biwako Hotel has 4 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Garden – On-site buffet restaurant. Open daily.
OHMI – This steakhouse specialises in Japanese cuisine. Open daily.
HOSHI – This restaurant specialises in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner. Open selected days.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 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.
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in July and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the on-site public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in.

Property is also known as

Biwako Hotel
Biwako Hotel Otsu
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