Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, service and rooms.
8.81,293Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at Hamamachi 2-40.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Amenities Biwako Hotel offers an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths, and 6 restaurants and bars for a truly indulgent experience.
Convenient Location Located just a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station, with free pick-up shuttles from JR Otsu Station, the hotel provides easy access to nearby attractions.
Cultural Experiences Guests can enjoy traditional Japanese hospitality with Yukata robes, a sauna, and proximity to iconic temples like Ishiyama-dera and Mii-dera.
Experience luxury, convenience, and culture at Biwako Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
Rooms
8.8
Fabulous
Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 1,293 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.6
- Service9.1
- Location9.1
- Rooms9.1
- Amenities8.6
- Value8.1
- Food & drink8.6
Guests mention
Great serviceBeautiful viewsComfortable roomsVaried breakfast
SilvanGermanyTolles Hotel mit super Aussicht
Alle Zimmer mit Blick auf den See.
Sehr geräumig, auch das Bad.
Gute Lage
Zu wenig frisches Obst, Wurst, Köse beim Frühstück
EmmaAustraliaThe view was outstanding, the location amazing, and the facilities first class. It totally exceeded our expectations.
PeiweiTW很棒的回憶
客製化服務
我們第一天入住→環湖5天→寄放的行李箱已經先送到房間了；自行車也有很好停放空間（取物備物方便）
接待服務人員親切且專業，交班仔細
提供專車送我們去大津車站～留下美好回憶～
很推薦這大津琵整湖酒店
沒有
NaokiJapanまた来たいです。
朝ご飯がとてもよかった。
地元の名物料理がもうすこしあると良かった。
PeiweiTW超美好體驗
用心了解客戶需求，主動提供協助
我們環湖行程5天後再入住，提供行李存放～
親切友善，自行車也有很好的停放位置《
房間乾淨視野好，有陽台湖景一覧無遺～
沒有
NenadAustriaTolle Lage, futes Frühstück, nette Mittarbeiter, gratis Garage, einfaxh alles TOP
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Hamamachi 2-40, Otsu, Japan
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Children aged 0-6 years can stay free of charge. Children can stay in the room for an additional fee of 2,200 JPY even if they do not require an extra bed, up to the same number as the adults staying in the room. Guests who require children's cots must make a reservation in advance. A limited number of cots are available, and availability is not guaranteed. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. Children staying in existing beds who want to eat breakfast must make a reservation in advance. Fees apply. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests. Swimming pool: Closed from Thu, Oct 1, 2026 until Wed, Jun 30, 2027 A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Biwako Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Biwako Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Biwako Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Biwako Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Biwako Hotel have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Biwako Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Biwako Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Biwako Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Biwako Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Biwako Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Biwako Hotel?
Hamamachi 2-40, Otsu.
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