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Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
0.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"the breakfast was really good"
Taiwan
Kuan-Yu
The price is €87
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"The hiking above Mii Dera temple was amazing. A lot of hiking options for outdoor enthusiasts. The Mii Dera temple is also not crowded and a joy to stroll around 20 minutes walk from hotel koo. "
Canada
Derek
The price is €144
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Biwako Hotel

Biwako Hotel
4.0 star property
1 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (646 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay Breakfast was amazing"
United States
Mari
Biwako Hotel

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (628 reviews)
"Wonderful trip"
Taiwan
HSIN-YI
The price is €50
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
2.9 km from Lake Biwa Canal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel."
United States
Lei
The price is €77
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
0.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"Super kind host, "
Canada
Jonas
The price is €38
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Guest House HANA – Hostel

Koke Musu inn

Koke Musu inn
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"Located across street from the lake. Great hosts. Nice room with lots of thoughts put into it. We enjoyed the stay."
United States
Danyang
The price is €68
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Koke Musu inn

Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (288 reviews)
"Great location"
Taiwan
Yichun
The price is €57
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
3.5 star property
5.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"House and location are perfect. "
Japan
Timothy
The price is €1,472
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

Hotel Olive Kyoto Yamashina - Adults Only

Hotel Olive Kyoto Yamashina - Adults Only
3.0 star property
6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal
6.6 out of 10, (24 reviews)
"Overall stay was good only complaint is the bed was not very comfortable. Staff was helpful especially when trying to get a taxi. "
United States
Jessica
Hotel Olive Kyoto Yamashina - Adults Only

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
3.5 star property
6.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
Emily
The price is €588
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Excellent room, beautiful garden available anytime, private garden was a nice addition. The outdoor private bath on the roof was great. "
United States
Samantha
The price is €93
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Ryokan KANADE

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Super location and quiet room with real Japanese style bed on floor. Practical for trips into town or further since bus stops are right beside the building. Locally within walking distance there are ramen restaurants also temples and the Philosophers path. Suited me perfectly as I don't spend much time in hotel I like to be out taking photos. If I visit Kyoto again I would love to stay here again."
United Kingdom
Sean
Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (201 reviews)
" A serene, modern, and stylish place with a wonderfully cosy atmosphere. Located in a quiet area of the city yet still easily accessible to all the main attractions. The beautiful garden and surrounding grounds are perfect for peaceful morning walks, and the elegant breakfast was a lovely way to start the day. I would definitely recommend it."
United Kingdom
Ata
The price is €284
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (320 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Ruth Dovie
The price is €74
29 Jan - 30 Jan
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Staff were extremely professional, courteous, and welcoming!"
United States
Berkeley
The price is €92
27 Feb - 28 Feb
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso
4.5 star property
6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Unbelievable experience — if you want a peaceful and immersive experience in Japan, could not recommend more. "
United States
Tom
The price is €927
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is €55
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Rinn Niomon

Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is €199
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Very kind staff. They were very helpful in securing restaurant reservations on our behalf. The room is very nice and has a modern Japanese style. I especially loved the outdoor onsen (can be reserved)."
United States
Anna
The price is €423
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Shikikaboku
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa Canal?
Lake Biwa Canal is located in Otsu. Travellers like this culturally rich area for its lakeside setting and hot springs. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 20 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Biwa Canal?
Biwako Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 4 restaurants and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Biwa Canal. Other good options within a few miles include Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel and Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lake Biwa Canal?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Biwa Canal.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Biwa Canal, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Lake Biwa Canal.
What can I see and do near Lake Biwa Canal?
Otsu City Science Museum, Mount Hiei and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Ginkaku-ji Temple, Eikan-do Temple and Nanzen-ji Temple. You can catch a show at Biwako Hall, Gion Corner and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre.