Biwako Hanakaido

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Lake Biwa

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Courtyard
Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath | Bathroom
Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath
Public bath
Indoor spa tub

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$599
2 Dec - 3 Dec

Explore the area

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1-3 1-Chome, Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520 0101
  • Place, Ogoto Onsen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanzen-in Temple
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Hiei
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Japanese-Western Style Special Suite with Open-Air Hot spring Bath

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Spring-water bath
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Hot spring Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Spring-water bath
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

Japanese-Western Style Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

Japanese Style Room 10 tatami

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room 8 tatami

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Twin Room with Open-Air Hot spring Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Spring-water bath
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room With An Open-Air Hot Spring Bath

  • Sleeps 2

Japanese-Western Standard Suite With An Open-Air Hot Spring Bath

  • Sleeps 6

Japanese-Western Style Special Suite With Open-Air Hot Spring Bath

  • Sleeps 4

Japanese-Style Room (10 Tatami)

  • Sleeps 4

Japanese Western Style Room With Open-Air Bath

  • Sleeps 6

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Japanese-Style Room (8 Tatami)

  • Sleeps 3

Japanese-Western Style Room (2 Beds)

  • Sleeps 6

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About the area

Otsu

Biwako Hanakaido places you in the heart of Otsu, steps from Ogoto Onsen and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Lake Biwa. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering can include massages and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Ramupu, serves Japanese cuisine. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a coffee shop/cafe. Japanese breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Ogoto hotel, attractions include Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Enryakuji Temple - 21 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Sanzen-in Temple - 22 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Mount Hiei - 23 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 15 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪スシロー 大津堅田店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪麺屋 聖〜kiyo〜 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪中華そば 殿 雄琴店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪麺屋昊鶏 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪雄琴 ACE - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Biwako Hanakaido

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Lake Biwa
Biwako Hanakaido offers its guests hot springs and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Biwako Hanakaido. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Otsu hotel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Biwako Hanakaido offers 43 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Otsu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Services include massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. Private bath/onsen services include an outdoor private onsen (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,500 for adults and JPY 2,000 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Biwa Roman
  • Ramupu

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Hot springs
  • Massage
  • Private outdoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's outdoor and indoor mineral hot springs will be under renovation from May 7, 2024 to July 31, 2024. The outdoor and indoor mineral hot springs will be available for women 3-5 PM, 8-10 PM, 6-8 AM and for men 5:30-7:30 PM, 10:30 PM-12:30 AM, 8:30-10:30 AM during this time.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 2500 for adults and from JPY 2000 for children
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and cash.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Biwako Hanakaido
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel Otsu
Biwako Hanakaido Otsu
Biwako Hanakaido Otsu
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel Otsu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Biwako Hanakaido?

Biwako Hanakaido offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Biwako Hanakaido?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwako Hanakaido on 2 Dec 2025 start from NZ$595.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Biwako Hanakaido?

Yep, Biwako Hanakaido has a free self car park.

What makes Biwako Hanakaido a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Biwako Hanakaido.

Does Biwako Hanakaido serve breakfast?

You bet, Japanese breakfast is offered daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Biwako Hanakaido?

No, Biwako Hanakaido does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Biwako Hanakaido?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Biwako Hanakaido?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Biwako Hanakaido?

No, pets are not allowed.