J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

1.0 star property
Lakefront hostel in Otsu with free parking

Photo gallery for J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

Beach
Living area
Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Living area
BBQ/picnic Area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

View map
931-1 Kitahira, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0503
  • Place, Biwako Valley
  • Place, Biwako Valley Ski Resort
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Shirahige Shrine
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Japanese Style Single with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
  • 3 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
  • 3 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

You may also like

About the area

Otsu

At J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Lake Biwa and 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Otsu hostel include Shirahige Shrine and Kanda Shrine.

What's nearby

  • Hiratopia - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Biwa - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Shirahige Shrine - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Ogoto Onsen - 24 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Omimaiko Station - 13 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪焼肉バンバン - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪lulufe - ‬7 min drive
  • terrace cafe
  • ‪R cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • Grill Dining & Bar Haluka

About this property

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

Lakefront hostel in Otsu with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

This Otsu hostel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Dining venue
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and free toiletries. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

Similar properties

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

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel Otsu
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Otsu
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse
JHoppers Biwa house Hostel Ot
J Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel
J Hoppers Biwa Hostel Otsu
J Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel Otsu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Yep, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Yep, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel is a short 10-minute walk from Omi Maiko Nakahama Swimming Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

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

Are pets allowed at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.