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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
0.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Celine
The price is €80
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast
A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 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 €193
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a marina, and a bridge in the background.

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great English speaking staff with beautiful rooms. We booked last minute for one night and got a free upgrade. The view of the lake and city is gorgeous. I would recommend staying here for comfort."
United States
Joseph
The price is €110
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a table with a bottle.

4. Biwako Hotel

Biwako Hotel
4.0 star property
1 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (702 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay here."
Hong Kong SAR China
Ming Fai
The price is €161
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Biwako Hotel
Room

5. Ayanishiki Gion

Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
Gion, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location/ nice staff/ clean rooms"
United States
Ciara
The price is €106
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ayanishiki Gion
A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

6. Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The staff here is outstanding! The room was cozy and romantic and the location was perfect!"
United States
Gabriel
The price is €492
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shikikaboku
A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

7. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Wonderful experience."
United States
Osmany
The price is €437
1 Dec - 2 Dec
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
A room with a bed, a television, a wooden wall, and a chandelier.

8. Yadoya Lodge

Yadoya Lodge
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was perfect. Thank you!"
United States
Bonnie
The price is €156
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Yadoya Lodge
A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

moksa Rebirth Hotel
4.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"This hotel is the perfect serene escape from the bustle of Kyoto city. The staff are incredible, all spoke English and were so helpful and really made us feel welcomed and cared for the whole time. The included drinks are delightful and we were able to sample the full tea selection as well as several alcoholic beverages even during our dinner- which I would also highly recommend booking!"
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is €317
2 Dec - 3 Dec
moksa Rebirth Hotel
A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden table, and chairs. A large window provides a view of a tree outside.

10. BenTen Residences

BenTen Residences
4.0 star property
Gion, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Exceptional host and fantastic location."
United States
Felecia
The price is €568
1 Dec - 2 Dec
BenTen Residences
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a view of greenery outside, and a traditional Japanese-style chair.

11. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Everything about this place was outstanding, there is nothing I would change about our experience at the hotel. All the staff were so friendly and helpful and the room was a delight with so many special touches. The dinner and breakfast were so delicious. We would highly recommend a stay"
United Kingdom
samantha
The price is €276
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a sliding door, and a hanging light fixture.

12. Gion - Kinpyo

Gion - Kinpyo
4.5 star property
Gion, 7.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Narinchai
Gion - Kinpyo
A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

13. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Gion, 7.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (308 reviews)
"Amazing room, great location and friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Susan
The price is €246
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Gion Elite Terrace
A multi-level wooden staircase leading to a lower level with a garden area visible through glass railings.

14. Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only
3.5 star property
Gion, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Great place, great location and very authentic ryokan experience with very friendly staff."
United States
William
The price is €505
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

15. SOWAKA

SOWAKA
4.5 star property
Gion, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Sowaka was amazing. Great location, beautiful hotel, incredible food, perfect staff! Do take the 5:45 am tour to Kiyomizu-dera with the incredibly knowledgeable hotel manager. A wonderful and unique experience without all the tourists around."
United States
Lucile
The price is €752
2 Dec - 3 Dec
SOWAKA
A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a low platform bed, and a shoji screen with a decorative pattern.

16. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Gion, 7.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"The suite we stayed in was amazing. The staff were so kind and the hotel itself is beautiful."
United Kingdom
Raphael
The price is €360
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Gion Ichirin
A modern hotel building with a sign reading "GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT."

17. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 7.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Carol
The price is €92
3 Nov - 4 Nov
GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door to a garden, a low table, and a television.

18. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan Sawaya Honten
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (545 reviews)
"We enjoyed the spacious ryokan with easy bus access to shrines and shopping."
United States
Constance
The price is €108
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ryokan Sawaya Honten
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

19. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"An ideal location to get around with some nice coffee / cafes around for breakfast. Rooms were basic but clean and the beds and bedding were very comfortable."
United Kingdom
Colette
The price is €118
2 Nov - 3 Nov
HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.

20. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 7.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Steal of a deal for this spacious room. Hotel was spotless. Location was great as well."
Canada
INGRID
The price is €74
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Canal

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
123 reviews
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A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
74 reviews
View
An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a marina, and a bridge in the background.
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a table with a bottle.
Biwako Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
702 reviews
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Room
Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

8/10 Good
"Staff helpful with directions, ordering a taxi. Rooftop lounge/bar closed due to weather so did not get a chance to use. Breakfast adequate - fruit frozen and coffee had burnt taste on first day."
David 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa Canal?
Lake Biwa Canal is located in Kyoto. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 13 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Biwa Canal?
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Biwa Canal. Another good option is Biwako Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lake Biwa Canal?
Expedia has 13 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 Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art 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 Minamiza Theater.
How can I get to Lake Biwa Canal?
With so many choices for transport, seeing the area around Lake Biwa Canal is easy. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Higashino Station, Keihan Yamashina and Yamashina Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Shinomiya Station.