This ryokan is located on the shores of Lake Biwa, Japan’s lake, offering open and expansive views from the large public bath and lobby. For dinner, guests can enjoy a Japanese kaiseki meal prepared with seasonal ingredients. The annex, “Kyo-Oumi,” features VIP rooms, each with a private open-air hot spring bath, offering a view that feels as if you are floating on Lake Biwa. The facility also includes a convenience store, spa, coffee lounge, and other well-equipped public spaces. Complimentary shuttle bus service is available to and from JR Ogoto Onsen Station.
Wow! What a wonderful experience at Biwako Grand Hotel. Truly the most relaxing part of my Japan trip, the onsen was very beautiful, with fantastic views. We didn't end up getting a pure lake view, but it was still a beautiful and relaxing experience in the tatami room. It was a tad pricey, even for off-season, but with a wonderful kaiseki dinner, it was still a great time.
Located in Otsu (Ogoto), Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan is about a 20-minute train ride from Kyoto Station and within a 10-minute drive of Saikyoji Temple and Hiyoshi Taisha. This ryokan is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Omi Jingu and 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Enryaku-ji East Temple.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including hot springs and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this ryokan include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The ryokan also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. 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 101 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Very nice and comfort hot spring hotel, quite big and have scale hotel. And not many people when I did the public outdoor hot spring, seems like my private one. However, if next time I book correctly the hotel room, I can enjoy my real private hot spring in my room😉
With a stay at Ogotoso in Otsu (Ogoto), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen. This ryokan is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Fushimi Inari Shrine and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including hot springs and a hot tub. Additional features at this ryokan include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
You can take a hot spring. The hotel itself is old, but the breakfast is delicious and good. In particular, the nearby Enrakuji on Mount Hiei is a really good place. A place I would like to visit again.
With a stay at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA in Otsu, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Roadside Station Biwako Ohashi Kome Plaza. This beach hostel is 20.4 mi (32.8 km) from Kyoto University and 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from Kyoto International Conference Centre.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include microwave in a common area, refrigerator in a common area, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 2 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions.
Located in Otsu City, Biwako Ryokusuitei is located on the Strip, within a 30-minute drive of Kyoto Station. This hot spring inn is a 30-minute drive from Enryaku-ji Temple on Mount Hiei. Enjoy pampering at the spa with massages and facials. Enjoy recreational amenities including hot spring baths, a hot tub, and a sauna. All rooms face Lake Biwa, offering panoramic views from the open-air hot spring baths. This inn also offers complimentary WiFi and a gift shop/newsstand. A complimentary area shuttle service is available to travel to nearby destinations. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or grab a snack at the inn's coffee shop/café. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. Complimentary wine service is available on the lobby terrace daily from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage delivery service to airports, train stations, and accommodations (fees apply). Free self-parking is available on-site. Each of the 69 air-conditioned rooms features a smart TV with Netflix and Prime Video, allowing you to feel at home. Private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. A safe and desk are also provided, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Very good service / good for family stay Breakfast is fabulous
With a stay at Yumotokan in Otsu, you'll be 1.3 mi (2 km) from Lake Biwa and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Heian Shrine. This family-friendly ryokan is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including hot springs and karaoke. Additional features at this ryokan include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Satisfy your appetite at the ryokan's coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. 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 65 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Room is very spacious, comes with 2 sets of facial acre products both for man and woman There's even a 6 CD player with preloaded CDs inside ranging from Jazz to sentimental songs for your relaxation Food are delicious and nicely decorated Every day it comes with some free local snacks like financiers and biscuits One incident that didn't quite went well is early morning after breakfast As we are rushing to head out before housekeeping and there's no more water in the room, we return to the dinning hall and try to ask the staff to help to fill up some water in their provided water bottle. one lady took over the bottle and head to the kitchen to fill up, but we can hear she's complaining to her colleagues about it. Shortly, while handing over the bottle, she signal us to leave. We did so but once just stepped out, she simply slams the dinning hall shut! I was surprised by her reaction. It was quite rude of her to do that. If it's against the regulation, they can rightly say so and communicate upfront than doing this repulsive reaction Overall, a nice stay amid a slight mark on the service rendered
The View Lodge Biwa provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The View Lodge Biwa is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Otsu. The hotel offers easy access to Ono Station, just 2km away. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Izukanda Shrine, Shogenji and Sempuku-ji Temple all nearby. When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.
Booked this stay to explore the areas around Lake Biwa. Reception was warm and friendly with an English-speaking host who provided us with the information for the stay. We booked the western style room as we preferred an attached bathroom, however the room condition was outdated and needs refurbishment, like peeling surfaces. The Japanese style room looked better when we caught a glimpse during check-out time. Nevertheless, location and amenities were great. Location is near major eateries and commercial centres by a short drive.
Located in Otsu, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is connected to the convention center, within a 15-minute drive of Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu Temple. This golf hotel is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Heian and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Sanjusangen-do Temple.
While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as a seasonal outdoor pool or bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle.
Satisfy your appetite with Japanese cuisine at Shimizu Japnanese, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Otsu? This hotel has 31646 square feet (2940 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 529 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
*The pool operation for the year 2025 has ended.
The best hotel in this trip. The room is really large in size and tidy with different amenities provided. Got very nice hair dryer from refa. My family enjoyed the stay here. Very nice scenery, right next to the biggest lake in japan. Definitely recommended.
With a stay at Biwako Hanakaido, you'll be centrally located in Otsu, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen. This hotel is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Fushimi Inari Shrine and 14 mi (22.6 km) from Kawaramachi Street.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including hot springs and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Ramupu, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 43 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets.
This is my second time, I took my daughter to their open air onsen room and she loves it!! I really enjoyed the time with her in the quiet place so we could truly relax together!!
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TtorislimThe first time I lived in the orthodox squatter house, I was pleasantly surprised. The house is very distinctive. The sister of the hotel will not communicate with the translator because of the text but has been communicating with the translator. The breakfast is delicious. Everyone must order breakfast in advance. There is also a vinyl dish machine in the living room. It is very nostalgic and sentimental. Otsu is really a very quiet town, and on the last day of 2024 I spent a very peaceful day here.
GGuest UserFacilities: A bit old-fashioned but very clean and well-maintained.
Cleanliness: Very clean, even cleaner than Mitsui.
Environment: Having a balcony is amazing! The air is fresh, the scenery is unbeatable, and taking a walk by the lake during the day is simply blissful.
Service: The staff are mostly Japanese and don't speak English, but check-out was super fast and the shuttle bus was very punctual.
I hope to have the opportunity to return to this hotel again in the future. It has a large room, a balcony, is very quiet with few people, and the environment is exceptionally beautiful.
GGuest UserLocation of the hotel is very convenient. It is 5-10 min walk from JR Otsu station which is only 2 stop away from JR Kyoto which costs about 200 yen. The room is clean and quiet but it is a bit tight for 2 mid size luggages (to open simultaneously) but still manageable. Hotel comes with full Japanese breakfast and has coin operated laundry (200yen) and dryer (free). We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to anyone who don't mind staying out of Kyoto.
GGuest UserI doubted there was a hot spring until I stayed there.
It was the best hot spring at the end of my trip around Lake Biwa.
I thought the bedding was dirty because it was old.
I was very satisfied with the hot spring and the food.^_^
GGuest UserWell, for the price... it's a really good hostel.
The communal bath is large and the private showers are well-equipped. (I'm giving it a high rating for not having a communal shower.)
However, it might be a bit crowded.
The location is nearly impossible to get around without a car or bike.
I wonder if people in their 20s would find it easy to get around. I'm not sure about people in their 30s...
Even the desk staff aren't Japanese. It's incredibly global.
I thought I was in Europe.
GGuest UserExcellent location, right at the station. Check in 16h00. No wifi offered. Hotel access via public restaurant - feels weird to walk between diners to go out / return.
Lockers far too narrow even for airline carry-on. Bathroom is clean, shower has small dry area, and water pressure varies. Capsules are spacious with power socket, lights, shelf, etc.
The mattress is a few cm thick piece of soft foam and is so worn that it feels like a slab of concrete wrapped in a sheet. Very uncomfortable! And I am 77kg, not overweight. The pillow is a bag filled with what feels like gravel stones.
Breakfast comprises one hot / cold drink, a small pile of lettuce leaves with dressing, a thick slab of white bread that is scored about half way deep into a small chessboard and very lightly toasted, and a thimble-size serving of sweet fruit yoghurt.
They do offer to hold luggage until 16h00 after check-out, and collecting it is easy and fast.
GGuest UserIf you are going to visit Lake Biwa or Hikone Castle, staying at Reiah Hotel Otsu Ishiyama is very convenient for transportation and the price is much more affordable than hotels in Kyoto. The hotel breakfast is good and freshly ground coffee is available all day.
BBeixiangLake Biwa is right outside the hotel, which is very convenient. There are not many restaurants nearby. The beach by the lake is beautiful. The staff are very friendly. The room facilities are a bit old, but they are well maintained.
GGuest UserThe lady receptionist is very helpful and kind. Much appreciated for your help! In general, the hotel situates for just a 2-minute distance from Seta JR Station, and it takes around ~20min travelling time from/to Kyoto. Reasonable facilities given the price is economic. Thank you for the hospitality.
RRoger MichaelOk. First of all leave your expectations at home expecting hotel level service. Once you've done that if you want a cheap but clean place to stay this is it. This is a seinenkan - a facility for youth and youth-related organizations to conduct independent study and recreational activities, many of which have basic accommodation facilities but higher grade facilities than youth hostels. They are located all over Japan. I stayed in a tatami mat room on a floor with shared toilet facilities. The ground floor has a large communal bath - obviously separate for male and females. They have lights out at 11 p.m. and guests must return by the same time. There is a very modern cafe onsite serving cheap breakfasts (see photos) but the cafe closes by 6 p.m. There is a convenience store 10 minutes walk away so I suggest you buy snacks and beverages en route from JR Ishiyama station. For dinner, there is a family restaurant - good value and okay food - about 6 minutes walk away.
The seinenkan is located on a small island by a historic bridge. The views of the river inlet flowing into the main Lake Biwa is relaxing, lots of bird wildlife, and lots of rowers (the seinenkan is a water sports facility too). and the sunrise and sunset views are lovely.
The staff are very kind. It cost me ¥5,500 for one night and I will stay there again if I have the opportunity.
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