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Biwako Hotel
4 stars

Biwako Hotel

2-40 Hama-Machi, Ōtsu, Japan
Ōtsu, Japan
See location+81 775 247 111
From
C$ 198
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 1523 reviews
1,523 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
C$ 198
Double room
C$ 237
Superior Room
C$ 258

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Lakefront hotel with 4 restaurants and bars 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a sauna 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 rooftop terrace, 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. Other recreational amenities include a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Rating
8.6
Very good
Based on 1,523 verified guest reviews

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Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

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
  • Trash cans
  • 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
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • Chapel/shrine
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

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

Pool and spa

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

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Things to do

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

General

  • Slippers
  • Lake view
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Elevator
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Family friendly

  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pants press

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Biwako Hotel

8.6
Very good
1523 verified ratings
Wonderful
925
Very good
310
Good
173
Okay
50
Fair
43
Mediocre
10
Poor
12
Guests say
Guests have had an overwhelmingly positive experience at this hotel, highlighting its excellent location by the lake with stunning views and comfortable rooms. The on-site hot springs and multiple dining options were also praised, although some mentioned that reservations are necessary due to high demand. The cleanliness of the hotel and the friendliness of the staff received positive feedback. However, a few guests expressed disappointment regarding the breakfast variety and amenities such as cash-only payment at the poolside.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Amenities8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
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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

  • Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion0.5 km
  • Biwako Hall0.7 km
  • Otsu Railway Station0.9 km
  • Mii-dera Temple1.4 km
  • Omi Shrine2.9 km
  • Ishiyama Train Station4.5 km
  • Takebe Taisha5.8 km
  • Ishiyama-dera6.7 km
  • Hiyoshi Taisha7 km
  • Enryakuji Temple7.1 km
  • Setagawa Araizeki Canal Gate8.7 km
  • Ogoto Onsen Kanko Park9 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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  • How long should you stay at Biwako Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Biwako Hotel

  • Where is Biwako Hotel located?

    Biwako Hotel is located at 2-40 Hama-Machi, 1.2 km from the centre of Ōtsu. Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion is the closest landmark to Biwako Hotel.

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

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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 46.5 km from Osaka Itami.

  • Does Biwako Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Biwako Hotel has a pool on-site.

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