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Biwako Hotel
4 stars

Biwako Hotel

2-40 Hama-Machi, Ōtsu, Japan
Ōtsu, Japan
See location+81 775 247 111
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₱7,328
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rate per night

8.8
Very good
based on 1592 reviews
1,592 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
₱7,328
Superior room
₱7,922
Double room
₱9,228
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Rating
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
8.8
Very good
Based on 1,592 verified guest reviews

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Deluxe room
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₱7,328
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₱7,486
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₱8,123
Double room
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₱9,228
Superior room
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₱7,922
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₱10,196
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₱13,068
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, 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

8.8
Very good
1592 verified ratings
Wonderful
976
Very good
323
Good
175
Okay
52
Fair
44
Mediocre
10
Poor
12

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests rave about the stunning views of Lake Biwa, the excellent service, and the comfortable rooms. The on-site restaurants are highly praised, although some guests noted that breakfast options could be improved. Overall, it's a relaxing place to enjoy nature and unwind.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Bathroom9 out of 10
Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
Breakfast5 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 Station353 m
  • Biwako Hall0.7 km
  • Otsu Railway Station0.9 km
  • Lake Biwa Canal1 km
  • Ojiyama Stadium1.3 km
  • Mii-dera Temple1.4 km
  • Biwako Otsukan1.8 km
  • Zeze High School2.6 km
  • Ishiyama Train Station4.5 km
  • Shiga Prefectural Ishiyama High School5.3 km
  • Takebe Taisha5.8 km
  • Seta Station5.8 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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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 center 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 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 onsite.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.3

Distance to city center

1.2 km

Nearest Airport

Osaka Itami

Distance to airport

46.5 km

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