Biwako Hotel
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including hot springs, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Satisfy your appetite at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 175 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Lake Biwa - 0. 4 km / 0. 3 mi- Otsu Port - 0. 4 km / 0. 3 mi- Biwako Flower Fountain - 0. 6 km / 0. 3 mi- Lake Biwa Canal - 0. 8 km / 0. 5 mi- Biwako Hall - 0. 9 km / 0. 6 mi- Mii-dera - 1. 6 km / 1 mi- Omi Shrine - 3. 8 km / 2. 3 mi- Aeon Mall Kusatsu - 4. 6 km / 2. 9 mi- Ishiyamadera Temple - 7. 7 km / 4. 8 mi- Kyoto Municipal Zoo - 10. 6 km / 6. 6 mi- Nanzen-ji Temple - 10. 6 km / 6. 6 mi- Chion-in Temple - 10. 7 km / 6. 6 mi- Daigo-ji Temple - 10. 8 km / 6. 7 mi- Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art - 10. 9 km / 6. 8 mi- Heian Shrine - 11. 2 km / 6. 9 mi. The nearest airports are: Itami Airport (ITM) - 58. 5 km / 36. 3 mi Kobe Airport (UKB) - 86. 6 km / 53. 8 mi Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 107. 4 km / 66. 7 mi With a stay at Biwako Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Otsu, within a 10-minute walk of Otsu Port and Biwako Flower Fountain. This upscale hotel is 0. 7 mi (1. 1 km) from Lake Biwa Canal and 1. 1 mi (1. 8 km) from Mii-dera.
Guest scores & sentiment
From 363 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-07
Guests praise the panoramic lake views, spacious rooms, and attentive staff. Breakfast is highly rated. Common complaints include limited nearby dining, infrequent shuttle buses, some facility wear-and-tear (fridges, bed joints), and insect issues.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYIdeal for lake-view relaxation and families. Bring toiletries, check shuttle times, guard against insects, and plan meals in advance.
Room types · 10
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Premiere Luxury Twin Room (Children 7 years and older only) - Non-Smoking with View Bath with Lounge Access
The spacious suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Featuring a balcony with lake views, this suite also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Premiere Luxury Twin Room (Children 7 years and older only) - Non-Smoking with Lounge Access
The spacious twin room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Premium Luxury Twin Room VISTA with Lounge Access [Adult-Only], Non-Smoking
<p><strong>2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>452-sq-foot room with lake views </p><br/><p><b>Club/Executive Level</b> - Club Lounge access and guests under 6 years old not allowed in lounge</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and a toilet with electronic bidet</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Thin carpet in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Bed sheets not available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)
This triple room has air conditioning. An extra bed will be prepared for a 3rd guest, only when the booking is made for 3 guests.
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Premiere Luxury Twin Room - Non-Smoking with Lounge Access
The spacious twin room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)
This quadruple room features a balcony, air conditioning and electric kettle. An extra bed will be prepared for a 3rd or 4th guest, only when the booking is made for 3 or 4 guests.
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Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (33㎡)
The spacious twin room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
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Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking (33㎡)
The spacious twin room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Deluxe Double Room - Non-Smoking
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.
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Premium Luxury Twin Room AQUA with Lounge Access [Adult-Only], Non-Smoking
<p><strong>2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>Overlooking the lake</p><br/><p><b>Club/Executive Level</b> - Club Lounge access and guests under 6 years old not allowed in lounge</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and a toilet with electronic bidet</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Thin carpet in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Bed sheets not available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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