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Our top choices for Biwako Valley hotels

A traditional Japanese-style building with a large wooden structure, multiple windows, and a garden with rocks and greenery.
A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, rocks, and lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and seating.
A wooden deck with a hot tub, wooden railings, and a view of mountains.

1. Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
11.8 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Devna
€444
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A bar area with a view of a forest through large windows, bar stools, and a variety of glassware and bottles on the counter.
A modern spa area with a large bathtub, seating, and a view of a bamboo garden through large glass doors.
A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

2. moksa Rebirth Hotel

moksa Rebirth Hotel
18.5 km from Biwako Valley
United Kingdom
Peter
€346
8 Oct - 9 Oct
moksa Rebirth Hotel
A large, circular building with a flat roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved road.
A table set with various dishes, a glass of wine, and a teapot, with a view of greenery and water in the background.
A bonsai tree display with a traditional stone lantern and a wooden platform.
A serene garden with a pond, rocks, and trees illuminated at night.

3. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
19.7 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Sherif
€124
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
An infinity pool with a view of the sea, a covered seating area, and a stone deck.
A dining table set with various dishes and teapots, overlooking a body of water through large windows.
A hot tub with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.
A modern building with a landscaped garden, outdoor seating area, and illuminated interior.

4. Biwako Grand Hotel

Biwako Grand Hotel
Ogoto, 14 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Christa
€158
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Biwako Grand Hotel
A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone mosaic floor, wooden beams, and a view of the surrounding nature.
A traditional Japanese onsen with stone flooring, a hot spring tub, and a bamboo fence.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, a low table with a black pot, and a television on a wooden shelf.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, sliding doors, and a window with a view of greenery.

5. Yumoto Onsen Oharasansou

Yumoto Onsen Oharasansou
11.9 km from Biwako Valley
Australia
Natalia
€235
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Yumoto Onsen Oharasansou
A modern building with large windows, a reflective pool, and a tree in the foreground.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the sea.
A modern room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a distant building.
A modern interior with a glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water and mountains. Inside, there is a round table with two chairs and a sofa with cushions.

6. Biwako Ryokusuitei

Biwako Ryokusuitei
Ogoto, 14 km from Biwako Valley
Canada
Jenny
€237
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Biwako Ryokusuitei
A hot spring area with wooden walkways, rocks, and a stone pool.
A traditional Japanese-style garden with a pathway leading to a building with a wooden exterior and a tiled entrance.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of the sea through large windows.
An indoor swimming pool with wooden benches and a view of the outside.

7. Biwako Hanakaido

Biwako Hanakaido
Ogoto, 13.8 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Alex
€347
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Biwako Hanakaido
A wooden hot tub with a view of a cityscape at dusk.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of a cityscape, and a balcony with a railing.
A wooden hot tub with water flowing, a window with a view of a cityscape and mountains, and two potted plants on the windowsill.
A traditional building with a large entrance and a covered porch area.

8. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
Ogoto, 13.6 km from Biwako Valley
United Kingdom
Abeera
€202
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
A modern room with tatami mats, a wooden table, chairs, a TV, and a view of the sea.
A bathtub with a waterfall feature overlooking a body of water and mountains.
A room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and mountains. There is a sofa and a chair with a laptop on a small table.
A modern living room with a sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with apples. A large window offers a view of the sea and distant hills.

9. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
11.2 km from Biwako Valley
Japan
EUGENE
€96
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
A hot spring area with wooden benches and lanterns, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.
A hot tub with a view of a cityscape and water at dusk.
A wooden interior with a large window, a hot tub, and a wicker chair.
A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone bath, wooden benches, and a bamboo fence.

10. Yumotokan

Yumotokan
Noka, 14 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Chong
€221
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Yumotokan
A beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a tree in the foreground.
A room with a bed, two windows with curtains, a hanging rack, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with a large window, a fan, and a view of the sea.
A view from a window with a clear sky, a sign with Japanese characters, and a body of water in the background.

11. Pension Lakeside

Pension Lakeside
Kitahira, 4.8 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Gerald
€87
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Pension Lakeside
A room with a large window overlooking a beach and a playground.
A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged in rows, large windows with a view of the sea, and a ceiling fan.
A modern interior with a central staircase, wooden accents, and a reception area.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple windows, and outdoor seating areas.

12. View Lodge Biwa

View Lodge Biwa
9.9 km from Biwako Valley
Canada
Leif
€74
6 Oct - 7 Oct
View Lodge Biwa
A hotel with a balcony, a moon in the sky, and a decorative archway.
A hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.
A massage chair in a room with wooden flooring, a dining table with chairs, and a framed picture on the wall.
A nighttime view of a bridge with multiple light fixtures and pillars, reflecting on the water below.

13. Fine Biwako I

Fine Biwako I
12 km from Biwako Valley
Australia
Andrew
€29
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Fine Biwako I
Hot springs
A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden walls, a window, and a mirror.
A nighttime view of a traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure, a stone platform, and a railing.
A hotel room with a traditional Japanese aesthetic, featuring tatami flooring, a low wooden table with chairs, a bed with a headboard, and sliding doors.

14. Dantoukan Kikunoya

Dantoukan Kikunoya
Ogoto, 13.8 km from Biwako Valley
Japan
NAOMI
€267
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Dantoukan Kikunoya
Reception
Reception
A hotel room with a bed, a small black chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a telephone.
Reception

15. HOTEL LAGNA

HOTEL LAGNA
11.9 km from Biwako Valley
Japan
YUUJI
€33
6 Oct - 7 Oct
HOTEL LAGNA
A lobby with a checkered floor, seating areas, and potted plants.
A covered outdoor area with stone flooring, potted plants, and a pergola structure.
A parrot statue in a tropical setting with a rock pool and palm trees.
A reception area with a large digital screen displaying a beach scene, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

16. Hotel Palms - Adults Only

Hotel Palms - Adults Only
12.1 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Matt
€61
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hotel Palms - Adults Only
A garden with various plants in containers and a wooden fence in the background.
A room with a tatami mat floor, a low table with a kettle, a framed picture on the wall, and a shoji screen window.
A traditional Japanese house with a wooden entrance, a covered porch, and a small garden area.
A narrow hallway with wooden doors and a staircase.

17. Kyonosato

Kyonosato
17.8 km from Biwako Valley
Japan
さつき
€76
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Kyonosato
A high-rise building with multiple floors and balconies.
A bookshelf filled with various books and DVDs.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami mat flooring, low tables, and cushioned seating.
A lobby with a reception desk, purple seating, and a patterned carpet.

18. Hotel Biwako Plaza

Hotel Biwako Plaza
11.8 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Simona
€56
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hotel Biwako Plaza
A modern house with a wooden deck, a hot tub, and a swing chair.
A wooden sauna with a door and a wooden barrel.
A modern two-story building with a prominent entrance and a sign reading "IZAI ounimaiko".
A wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and staircase.

19. IZA oumimaiko

IZA oumimaiko
Minami-komatsu, 6.3 km from Biwako Valley
Japan
倉上
€402
6 Oct - 7 Oct
IZA oumimaiko
A modern building with a large wooden facade, a visible entrance, and a well-lit exterior.
A modern building with a sign for Rakuten Stay House.
A modern kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a built-in oven, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

20. Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori

Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori
19.9 km from Biwako Valley
United States
Claudia
€135
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori
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Compare popular hotels close to Biwako Valley

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A traditional Japanese-style building with a large wooden structure, multiple windows, and a garden with rocks and greenery.
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
9.6
Exceptional
131 reviews
View
A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
moksa Rebirth Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
94 reviews
View
A large, circular building with a flat roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved road.
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
8.8
Excellent
947 reviews
View
An infinity pool with a view of the sea, a covered seating area, and a stone deck.
Biwako Grand Hotel
8.8
Excellent
101 reviews
View
A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone mosaic floor, wooden beams, and a view of the surrounding nature.
Yumoto Onsen Oharasansou
8.6
Excellent
146 reviews
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Top Biwako Valley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent
"Location"
Ethan 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Easy to navigate and spacious room!"
Andrew 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"I loved the decor, art works and the garden surrounding the lobby. Also the neighborhood for walking along the tree-lined street by the water"
Elaine 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto

8/10 Good
"Air conditioning isnt good ,beds are old and not firm"
Ernesto 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms are small but clean and nice."
Safeer ahmad 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent
"Second stay ^as good as ebfore. PErfect location for getting places but quiet and comfortable"
Di 3-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was awesome! Friendly and helpful staff. The onsen was a nice experience. The room was large for a Japan hotel. The only room for improvement feedback I have is to have them have more washer and dryer machines. I had to wait 50 minutes just to get a washer. The dryer setting on the first cycle doesn’t dry clothes so two other people in front of me had to do another dry cycle. I also had to do an extra dry cycle. It was a little ridiculous having to wait so long to do some laundry. I think there could be a better system or more machines for guests. The location was perfect! Right next to a train and subway station which made it super easy to get around to all of our destinations. There is also tons of shopping and wonderful restaurants in walking distance. Overall, this was our favorite place that we stayed at on our trip. It was very nice!!"
Kellicia 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent
"Kabuki room decor is awesome! Location is very convenient. The facial amenities already provided in room were very much appreciated. Although laundry machines are available, I would discourage use of dryer due to its limited (1/2 load) capacity. Overall, our stay was excellent!"
Stephanie 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Another great stay! Always a pleasure."
Alex 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Other attractions near Biwako Valley

A cable car moving over a mountainous landscape with a view of a valley and a body of water.

Biwako Valley Ski Resort

8.4/10 (66 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
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A traditional building with a curved roof and illuminated lanterns, adjacent to a modern glass building.

Kanda Shrine

Kanda Shrine is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
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Biwako Terrace

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Biwako Terrace. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
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Hiratopia

Enjoy an outing to Hiratopia during your stay in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
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Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach during your trip to Otsu?
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Yamame Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yamame Waterfall during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
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Astronomical Observation Center

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a trip to Astronomical Observation Center. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
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Galliver Travels Village

6.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Galliver Travels Village, a lovely green space in Takashima. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's entertainment choices.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Biwako Valley?
Biwako Valley is located in Otsu. Travellers like this culturally rich area for its lakeside setting and hot springs. You'll find 17 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Biwako Valley?
Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and Hot tubs. You'll find it 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Biwako Valley. Other good options around the area include The Westin Miyako Kyoto and THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Biwako Valley?
Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Biwako Valley.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Biwako Valley, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Biwako Valley.
What can I see and do near Biwako Valley?
Create some family memories at Hiratopia and Astronomical Observation Center. Explore nature at Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach and Yamame Waterfall. Biwako Terrace and Biwako Valley Ski Resort are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.