The Best Hotels Closest to Biwako Valley in Otsu for 2026

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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.

1. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

19.7 km from Biwako Valley

Sherif

SAR 414

SAR 524 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style building with a large wooden structure, multiple windows, and a garden with rocks and greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and seating.

A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, rocks, and lush greenery.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, wooden railings, and a view of mountains.

2. Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

11.8 km from Biwako Valley

Devna

SAR 1,649

SAR 1,826 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

A dining table with breakfast items, a teapot, and a view of a lush garden.

A bar area with a view of a forest through large windows, bar stools, and a variety of glassware and bottles on the counter.

3. moksa Rebirth Hotel

18.5 km from Biwako Valley

Peter

SAR 988

SAR 1,087 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden hot tub with a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A hot tub with a wooden exterior and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

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 modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of a cityscape, and a balcony with a railing.

4. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Ogoto, 13.6 km from Biwako Valley

Paxton

SAR 701

SAR 785 total

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern building with large windows, a reflective pool, and a tree in the foreground.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a distant building.

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a small indoor pool, and a wooden chair.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the sea.

5. Biwako Ryokusuitei

Ogoto, 14 km from Biwako Valley

Crystal

SAR 891

SAR 993 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An infinity pool with a view of the sea, a covered seating area, and a stone deck.

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.

A dining table set with various dishes and teapots, overlooking a body of water through large windows.

6. Biwako Grand Hotel

Ogoto, 14 km from Biwako Valley

Christa

SAR 678

SAR 753 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hot spring area with wooden walkways, rocks, and a stone pool.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden benches and a view of the outside.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of the sea through large windows.

7. Biwako Hanakaido

Ogoto, 13.8 km from Biwako Valley

Alex

SAR 1,369

SAR 1,513 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, a changing room area, and a sauna section.

A hotel room with a large skylight, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with chairs, and a large window with sliding doors.

A modern building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor area.

8. The Gran Resort Ohmimaiko

Minami-komatsu, 6.1 km from Biwako Valley

Shun Chu Jessica

SAR 339

SAR 373 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and a playground.

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.

9. View Lodge Biwa

9.9 km from Biwako Valley

Leif

SAR 272

SAR 301 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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 hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

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.

10. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

11.2 km from Biwako Valley

EUGENE

SAR 327

SAR 407 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spa area with a large window, a water feature, and a row of mirrors.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.

A serene garden with a pathway, rocks, and trees.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, two chairs, and a large shoji screen window.

11. Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi

Noka, 13.9 km from Biwako Valley

Rodolfo

SAR 812

SAR 901 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach with a mountain in the background and a rainbow in the sky.

A bar area with a coffee machine, shelves with bottles, and a menu board.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a low table, a chair, and a television in a corner.

A view of a lake with mountains in the background, a paved area in the foreground, and trees.

12. Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

7.2 km from Biwako Valley

Brett

SAR 209

SAR 233 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a tree in the foreground.

A view from a window with a clear sky, a sign with Japanese characters, and a body of water in the background.

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.

13. Pension Lakeside

Kitahira, 4.8 km from Biwako Valley

Gerald

SAR 334

SAR 368 total

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

Ogoto, 13.8 km from Biwako Valley

"今回で4度目のおごと温泉でした。こちらの旅館の、ホスピタリティの高い対応には感動しました。担当して頂いた仲居さんは、夜ご飯、朝ごはんの時の説明が丁寧で、時に笑いもありで楽しく、美味しくいただけました。温泉の湯も、晩朝と2回入れてとてもツルツルになってリラックスできました。朝ご飯の後は、フリードリンクのコーヒーや紅茶の種類も沢山ありまったり過ごせました。送迎のバスの運転手の方の、駅で最後までお見送りも丁寧で嬉しかったです。人気の犬のまめたろうくんも可愛かったです。すべてのスタッフの方の笑顔での対応に、また来たいなと思う場所でした。 "

NAOMI

SAR 1,020

SAR 1,129 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel with a balcony, a moon in the sky, and a decorative archway.

A tray with various packaged items, including a body towel and other toiletries, on a marble surface.

A nighttime view of a bridge with multiple light fixtures and pillars, reflecting on the water below.

A hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

15. Fine Biwako I

12 km from Biwako Valley

Andrew

SAR 124

SAR 138 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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 lobby with a large digital screen displaying a sunset scene, a patterned floor, and two large cylindrical columns.

A reception area with a large digital screen displaying a beach scene, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

16. Hotel Palms - Adults Only

12.1 km from Biwako Valley

Matt

SAR 217

SAR 240 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden bench, surrounded by dark stone tiles.

A row of modern houses with a gravel driveway and a grassy lawn.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a bench, and a large window.

A crowded beach with tents, umbrellas, and people engaging in various activities.

17. Onsen Hotel Holiday Afternoon

Kitahira, 5.7 km from Biwako Valley

Yoshiko

SAR 14,181

SAR 15,763 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a small black chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a telephone.

18. HOTEL LAGNA

11.9 km from Biwako Valley

"일본의 러브호텔입니다. 최악이었습니다. 1. 객실에 들어가연 밖에서 잠김 ㅡ객실에 들어가면 문을 열고 나올 수 없습니다. 문이 밖에서 잠깁니다. 인터폰으로 카운터에 전화해서 문을 열어 달라고 해야 합니다. 불이 나면 끔찍? 2. 너무나 지저분한 에어컨 에어컨이 너무 지져분해서 끔찍 2시간 대실을 하는 러브호텔이다 보니 에어컨 청소를 20년은 안한듯 ㅡㅡㅡㅡㅡ This is a love hotel in Japan. It was the worst. 1. The door locks from the outside once you enter the room —Once you enter the room, you cannot open the door and get out. The door locks from the outside. You have to call the front desk via intercom to ask them to open the door. It would...

Sejong

SAR 128

SAR 141 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

Minami-komatsu, 6.3 km from Biwako Valley

倉上

SAR 1,215

SAR 1,607 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a long wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by a wooden fence and a glass ceiling.

A neatly made bed with white linens and multiple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round wooden table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A two-story house with a dark front door, a garage, and a small porch area.

20. KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only

Minami-komatsu, 6.7 km from Biwako Valley

SAR 551

SAR 1,029 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Biwako Valley

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection	8.8 Excellent 953 reviews	View
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo	9.6 Exceptional 134 reviews	View
moksa Rebirth Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 94 reviews	View
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan	9.0 Wonderful 335 reviews	View
Biwako Ryokusuitei	9.2 Wonderful 603 reviews	View

Top Biwako Valley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in the middle of the shopping centre. Close to plenty of restaurants and bars."

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"👍"

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Clean with decent amenities and helpful staff. Convenient location."

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"La habitación muy cómoda y limpia. Está súper céntrico, caminando al centro y varios highlights de la ciudad. Amable el personal. Lo recomiendo para viaje familiar. El desayuno básico."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel e amazing location!"

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

8/10 Good

"There was 3 of us and the room was really small. No space for the suitcases. Hotel is very close to the metro and has a nice location. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Staff throughout stay was absolutely amazing."

Kyoto Garden Palace

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay at the Kyoto Garden Inn. It was a little bit out of the way for seeing all the different attractions in Kyoto. The room was clean and the staff was friendly. We would recommend this hotel to all our friends."

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are small but clean and nice."

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 when you stop by 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 stop at 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 venues.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Biwako Valley?

Biwako Valley is located in Otsu. Travelers 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.

Where is the best place 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 traveler data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and private 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 are there near Biwako Valley?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Biwako Valley.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Biwako Valley?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Biwako Valley, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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 checking out the area.

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Our top choices for Biwako Valley hotels

1. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

2. Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

3. moksa Rebirth Hotel

4. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

5. Biwako Ryokusuitei

6. Biwako Grand Hotel

7. Biwako Hanakaido

8. The Gran Resort Ohmimaiko

9. View Lodge Biwa

10. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

11. Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi

12. Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

13. Pension Lakeside

14. Dantoukan Kikunoya

15. Fine Biwako I

16. Hotel Palms - Adults Only

17. Onsen Hotel Holiday Afternoon

18. HOTEL LAGNA

19. IZA oumimaiko

20. KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only

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Top Biwako Valley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

Hilton Kyoto

Kyoto Garden Palace

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Other attractions near Biwako Valley

Biwako Valley Ski Resort

Kanda Shrine

Biwako Terrace

Hiratopia

Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach

Yamame Waterfall

Astronomical Observation Center

Galliver Travels Village

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