Biwako Hotel

4.3

Excellent(835 Reviews)

Hotel in Kyoto

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this hotel

Offering an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths and 6 restaurants and bars, Biwako Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station. Free pick-up shuttles are provided from JR Otsu Station, a 5-minute ride away.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Kyoto National Museum

5.6 mi

Available Rooms

Luxury Junior Suite - Non-Smoking

2 Queen • 710 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

2 Single or 1 Single • 430 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (33㎡)

2 Single • 355 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room - Non-Smoking

1 Queen • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

2 Single • 430 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Biwako Hotel

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4.3

Excellent(835 Reviews)

Hotel in Kyoto

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Kyoto National Museum

5.6 mi

Available Rooms

Luxury Junior Suite - Non-Smoking

2 Queen • 710 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

2 Single or 1 Single • 430 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (33㎡)

2 Single • 355 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room - Non-Smoking

1 Queen • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

2 Single • 430 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.3

Excellent(835 Reviews)

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4.5

Jun 2024

とても快適に過ごせました。

部屋は清潔感もあり、広さも十分で過ごしやすい。立地も良い。スタッフの方々の対応が丁寧。

大浴場は想像していたより広くなかった。

3.5

Mar 2024

次回も検討したいと思っています。

ルームは期待以上に室内設備が良かった、またロケーションの良い部屋になりこれも良かった。

スタッフサービスがいまいち感でした。食事のメニューもいまいち。（プライスが高すぎる）という事で外へ出る事にしました。

5.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

Amazing room. Fantastic view. Incredible staff!

Pool wasn’t opened.

4.5

Jun 2023

Definitely a climax for your trip

Stunning view from the room, spacious room, nice selection of restaurants inside the hotel, free parking, solid bed, comfortable sofa, outdoor public bath with cool breeze

Could have one more chair in the room, the public bath outdoor area can be seen from the pier for both men and women sections (the holes in the fence better be cover up)

4.5

May 2023

Highly recommend for a relaxing stay

A very nice hotel at the lake shore, all the rooms have an amazing lake view. I really enjoyed the stay even though it was just one night. The staff was helpful, spoke English and the breakfast was good!

the only sad part was that the outdoor swimming pool was closed.

4.0

May 2023

Very good

Excellent location right by the lake front. Breakfast and dinner were both very good and the staff friendly and helpful.

4.5

Apr 2023

Wonderful Stay

view was wonderful, and the breakfasts were also very good. The staff very professional.

3.0

Apr 2023

Dated room interiors, tell tale scratches on the baseboards and walls. Great location.

Asked staff if they could provide non-fat or oat milk at breakfast. No one followed up with me one way or the other. The next day, similar treatment -- just ignore the customer. Every breakfast no variety, but the cereal was quite good.

5.0

Mar 2023

it was an enjoyable stay

the view is magnificent

parking isn’t free :(

5.0

Feb 2023

Comfortable stay with great views and friendly staff

The staff there were all very friendly and helpful. The room was clean with a beautiful view of lake biwa and spacious. There is an onsen in the hotel that hotel guests can use for free! We enjoyed the stay.

The hotel is quite a walk from JR Otsu station but there is a free shuttle every 20 mins to and from the hotel.

3.0

Dec 2022

Pleasant

good facilities

no luggage send to the room six hours after check-in.

4.0

Nov 2022

It was cozy, comfortable, the staff were kind.

The breakfast picnic box was fun and delicious. One of the best hotel breakfasts I’ve ever had. We were glad we chose this option.

The bathroom had a hint of moldy smell. That is a common problem in many older hotels in Japan. Nothing too bad, just noticeable, because I am sensitive to smell. Nonetheless the toilet and tub were clean and worked perfectly.

5.0

Nov 2022

will definitely come back again

clean, very nice lake view.

3.5

Oct 2022

For Lake Biwa

the room was overlooking the lake and it was beautiful! There was a free shuttle connecting the JR station and the hotel departing every 20 mins. The bus ride was only 5 mins and you could walk to the hotel in 10-15 mins. Bike rental was not complimentary, but it was fun riding around the lake.

The onsen was small and a bit crowded, didn’t really enjoy the vibe there. The hotel staff were not very friendly and to be honest this was the hotel we were least impressed throughout our 2 weeks trip in kansei.

3.5

Sep 2022

Good

the style of the

5.0

Aug 2022

We will surely come back to stay there again.

It was all clean. Staffs are nice and kind. The free shuttle bus was convenient.

None

5.0

Jul 2022

I loved this hotel a lot. all lake view room. spacious,

clean, spacious, good sense, modern, supportive staff

bathtub does. it drain well

4.0

Jun 2022

Nice location for activities around Biwako

Room was spacy with nice view on the lake. Bathroom facilities good. Overall clean and proper, friendly staff.

(Free) Parking was a bit complicated but it could be fixed. The hotel architecture is somewhat 1970ies, but rooms have definitely been modernized since then. We were supposed not to open the window because of an outbreak of some small insects. However, we didn't see any but we did not dare to keep the window open overnight.

4.5

May 2022

Superb

The view is beautiful and the room is very nice and spacious.

There was no microwave and you have to pay for toothbrush, razor and comb.

4.0

May 2022

Stunning views to wake up to.

Location is on the lakeside and all rooms have great views. The hotel has an indoor and outdoor hot spring bath. Shuttle bus every 30 minutes from Otsu station.

Limited restaurant choices. Lack of information on activities in the area. No room service.

4.5

Mar 2022

Thoroughly enjoyed my stay there on Lake Biwa!

Location on Lake Biwa was stunning.

Nothing.

3.0

Mar 2022

funny

view

breakfast not included

4.0

Mar 2022

everything is great!

a great place to stay of all season

some service has changed since the pandemic.,,looking forward for the normal service to comeback after pandemic.( understandable )

5.0

Feb 2022

Wonderful stay, absolutely recommend this hotel.

The rooms are renovated and very modern. Absolutely breathtaking views every morning overlooking the lake. The onsen was gorgeous.

3.5

Dec 2021

Good

Great location right next to the picturesque Biwa lake. The rooms were very clean and well maintained - beds and furniture were extremely comfortable. The amenities in the room were really great. Also, the hot springs were spectacular - extremely relaxing. Expert concierge (while checking in) & room making.

Lost count of how many forms we had to fill with the same information again and again. Also, I do have crustacean allergy but almost regret telling the staff - what should have been a little bit of care ended up being long-winded conversations at check-in, additional papers at the buffet, etc. Also, might be good to know what is complimentary from the hotel and what is not. Apparently, the alcoholic beverages in the mini-fridge are all complimentary but not explicitly mentioned anywhere. Finally, crowded breakfast buffets and the staff could be a lot more proactive. Often insufficient plates and cutlery, people not knowing where to line up (you can be on both sides of the table). The food was great but a very tiring experience especially when managing the lines, the crowd, the food, and my son who has special needs.

4.5

Nov 2021

Stunning view.

Spectacular view. Spacious and comfortable room.

More options for restaurants at the hotel. When I stayed there, only the buffet, but I was in the mood for something light. Not a lot of restaurant options in the immediate area it seems.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Kyoto?

The average price for a rental in Kyoto is $95 per night. This rental is $39 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Biwako Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Biwako Hotel. Enjoy the water!

Is Biwako Hotel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Biwako Hotel?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Kyoto

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Luxury Junior Suite - Non-Smoking

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (33㎡)

Deluxe Double Room - Non-Smoking

Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Kyoto

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Luxury Junior Suite - Non-Smoking

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

Deluxe Twin Room - Non-Smoking (33㎡)

Deluxe Double Room - Non-Smoking

Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking (40㎡)

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