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Biwako Hotel

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Biwako Hotel

All rooms offer an extraordinary stay and a magnificent view of the lake.

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This resort hotel is conveniently located just a short walk from Keihan Biwako Hamaotsu Station, yet it’s situated on the shores of Lake Biwa and offers beautiful lake views. 5 different types of guest rooms are available, all with a view of Lake Biwa. The contrast between the blue water and green mountains of Mount Hiei and Hira behind Lake Biwa creates a truly spectacular view. Relax in an extraordinary space.

The hotel has a variety of Japanese and Western restaurants and bars. Japanese Cuisine Ohmi offers creative Japanese meals using seasonal ingredients, and possibility of being served in a private dining room. Other restaurants include "Teppan-yaki Ohmi," where you can enjoy grilled Omi beef, one of Japan's three famous beef brands, on an iron plate. At the "Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi," you can enjoy dining on the rooftop terrace with a superb view, and there is the "Italian Dining Bel Lago," which serves fresh vegetables from Shiga Prefecture. You can choose the one that best suits your occasion from one of these many options.

The large baths are filled with light texture water from the Ruri hot spring, which is known for relieving fatigue and promoting good health. Guests can enjoy the view of Lake Biwa while bathing in the outside baths as well as the indoor bath from its large windows, In addition, there is an outdoor swimming pool 26 meters in length and 20 meters wide, so you can fully enjoy all the wonderful atmosphere the resort offers.

Highlights

  • All guestrooms have spectacular views of Lake Biwa.
  • There are many restaurants serving Japanese dishes, Teppanyaki, Italian specialties and more.
  • Relax in the baths filled with Ruri hot spring water, known for relieving fatigue and promoting good health.
  • Enjoy the resort atmosphere at the outdoor swimming pool with the Lake Biwa view.
  • The JR train ride between Kyoto Station and Otsu Station takes only about 10 minutes.

Photos

  • Hotel exterior with an outdoor swimming pool

    Hotel exterior with an outdoor swimming pool

  • Premier Luxury Floor Aqua's Royal Suite

    Premier Luxury Floor Aqua's Royal Suite

  • Superior floor Natura with bright and simple style

    Superior floor Natura with bright and simple style

  • Japanese Cuisine Ohmi serves beautiful dishes

    Japanese Cuisine Ohmi serves beautiful dishes

  • " Teppan-yaki Ohmi," which focuses on local production and local consumption

    " Teppan-yaki Ohmi," which focuses on local production and local consumption

  • Breakfast with the pleasant view of Lake Biwa

    Breakfast with the pleasant view of Lake Biwa

  • The inside bath can also look out on Lake Biwa.

    The inside bath can also look out on Lake Biwa.

  • The natural hot spring bathroom looking over the lake

    The natural hot spring bathroom looking over the lake

  • The bright and airy space under the theme of “Light / Shimmer / Sparkle”

    The bright and airy space under the theme of “Light / Shimmer / Sparkle”

  • The guest room with a lake view to yourself

    The guest room with a lake view to yourself

  • The club lounge renewed in 2023

    The club lounge renewed in 2023

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is it possible to check in early or check out late?
A

Sometimes possible. Please ask the reservation staff or front desk.
*We may decline or charge an extra fee depending on the time of request. Thank you for your understanding.

Q

Do you have foreign language support? (If it is available, what language is available?)
A

English support available

Q

Do you have a luggage shipping service to the airport or train station?
A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Can I store my belongings after checkout?
A

We can hold your belongings before or after checkout. Just ask at the front desk.

Q

Is the bath in a guest room a hot spring?
A

No.

Q

Do you have a shuttle bus service?
A

There is a free shuttle bus from JR Otsu Station, which takes about 5 min. See the details here.

Q

What amenities do you have?
A

In our SDG efforts, we do not provide plastic amenities below in guest rooms. If you need them, please bring your own or purchase at the front desk:
・Toothbrush and toothpaste set
・Razor
・Brush
・Comb
・Shower cap
・Body towel
・Hair tie

Reviews

2

Some reviews are AI-translated.

  • 橘子
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    The lake view here is absolutely stunning! You can see the whole Lake Biwa so clearly.

  • 星空
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    Every room has a great view. The buffet offers a wide variety of dishes. Overall, it feels above average!

Details

Name in Japanese
琵琶湖ホテル
Postal Code
520-0041
Address
2-40 Hamamachi, Otsu City, Shiga
Telephone
077-524-7111(Main number)
Check-in
3:00PM - 12:00AM
Check-out
12:00PM
Room Price
From 25,000 yen per person per room per night with half board
Access
1）About 10-minute walk from Otsu Station on the JR Biwako Line, or about 5 minutes by free shuttle bus
2）5-minute walk from Biwako Hamaotsu Station on the Keihan Keizu Line
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)
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