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J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

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Located close to Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Shirahige Shrine, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

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  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

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  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

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  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and white bedding.

Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and white bedding.

Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a futon bed.

Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with two grey chairs, a small round table with a yellow base, a green table, and a mirror on the wall.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hallway with white walls, a wooden ladder leaning against a wall, and a door at the end.

Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A corridor with bunk beds and wooden shelves, leading to a window with a view.

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a lantern, and a sliding door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

Japanese Style Single with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Otsu, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel is on a lake. Lake Biwa and Biwako Valley Ski Resort are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Otsu travel guide
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931-1 Kitahira, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0503

What's nearby

  • A traditional Japanese wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Biwako Quasi-National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A cable car moving over a mountainous landscape with a view of a valley and a body of water.
    Biwako Valley Ski Resort
    7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • A torii gate in the water with mountains in the background.
    Shirahige Shrine
    16 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hiratopia
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Omimaiko Station
    15 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • バードキャッスル
  • 讃岐ノ助 志賀店
    8 min drive
  • レストランはと 平和堂和迩店
    10 min drive
  • casa di kudos
    20 min drive
  • lulufe
    7 min drive

About this property

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

  • Hostel near Lake Biwa
  • Located close to Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Shirahige Shrine, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike hire, luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • Barbecues, coffee/tea in reception and a vending machine
    • Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Towels fee: JPY 100 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Frequently asked questions

Is J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel located?

Situated on a lake, this hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Biwa, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Shirahige Shrine. Kanda Shrine and Ukimido are also within 12 mi (20 km). Omimaiko Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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