Biwako Hotel

4 stars
9.0
Wonderful
based on 1928 reviews
1,928 reviews
2-40 Hama-Machi, Ōtsu, Japan
2-40 Hama-Machi, Ōtsu
+81 775 247 111
Wed 9/9
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Thu 10/9
2 guests, 1 room
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£64
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£64
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£73
Double room, 1 double bed
£76
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Overview

All guest rooms have balcony and superb lake view. We are offering various kinds of stay plan with delicious seasonal cuisine. Natural hot spring big baths face Lake Biwa and have open air baths and sauna. Suitable for both sightseeing and business. Free parking accommodates 700 vehicles.
9.0
Wonderful
1928 reviews

Latest deals for Biwako Hotel

Wed 9/9
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Thu 10/9
Superior room, bed type unknown
£64
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£79
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Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£270
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£73
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£124
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£263
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£73
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£168
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£221
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£74
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£135
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£308
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 double bed
£76
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£95
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£105
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 double bed
£79
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£300
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£79
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£138
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£86
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£88
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£110
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£248
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£99
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£101
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£216
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£100
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
£246
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£118
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£189
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£121
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£276
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£138
nightly with fees
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Amenities at Biwako Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Child pool

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Yukata (Japanese bathrobe)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Open-air bath
  • Toilet paper
  • Public bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Public transport tickets
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • Chapel/shrine
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security

Pool and spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Pool with a view

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hot spring bath
  • Bicycle hire
  • Beauty salon

General

  • Slippers
  • Lake view
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Family friendly

  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Trouser press

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Reviews of Biwako Hotel

9.0
Wonderful
1928 verified ratings
Wonderful
1216
Very good
385
Good
197
Okay
61
Fair
42
Mediocre
14
Poor
13

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location with beautiful lake views, clean and spacious rooms, and attentive service from staff. Many also appreciated the quality and variety of the breakfast. While a few negative experiences were mentioned, particularly regarding amenities and isolated incidents, the overall impression is highly positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Earl, Mar 2018
Pros (+) The restaurants inside the hotel were all excellent! Four different restaurants inside the hotel and one had four different styles of cuisines for a total of seven excellent resturants!
Cons (-) You must get reservations, all restaurants always crowded.

Location

2-40 Hama-Machi, Ōtsu

What's nearby

  • Shimanoseki Train Station373 yd
  • Biwako Hall0.4 mi
  • Otsu Railway Station0.5 mi
  • Lake Biwa Canal0.6 mi
  • Ojiyama Stadium0.8 mi
  • Mii-dera Temple0.9 mi
  • Biwako Otsukan1.1 mi
  • Zeze High School1.6 mi
  • Ishiyama Train Station2.8 mi
  • Shiga Prefectural Ishiyama High School3.3 mi
  • Takebe Taisha3.6 mi
  • Seta Station3.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Licence number: 滋賀県指令大保第914号

Essential information about Biwako Hotel

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March
March
£95
£276
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Biwako Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Biwako Hotel is January, with an average nightly rate of £73. The most expensive month is November at £167 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Biwako Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Biwako Hotel is Thursday, with an average nightly rate of £51. The most expensive day is Saturday at £276 per night.

How far in advance should you book Biwako Hotel?

To get the best price at Biwako Hotel, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 40% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Biwako Hotel

  • How long should you stay at Biwako Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Biwako Hotel

  • Where is Biwako Hotel located?

    Biwako Hotel is located at 2-40 Hama-Machi, 0.7 miles from the centre of Ōtsu. Shimanoseki Train Station is the closest landmark to Biwako Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Biwako Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Biwako Hotel.

  • Does Biwako Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Biwako Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Biwako Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Biwako Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Biwako Hotel from the airport?

    Biwako Hotel is 28.9 miles from Osaka Itami.

  • Does Biwako Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Biwako Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Biwako Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Biwako Hotel in Ōtsu and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Biwako Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Biwako Hotel.

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Good to know

Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

0.7 mi
Osaka Itami
28.9 mi

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