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J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

1.0 star property
Lakefront hostel in Otsu with free parking

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J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

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BBQ/picnic area
Property amenity
Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Property amenity
Reception

Overview of J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

Map
931-1 Kitahira, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0503
  • Popular LocationShirahige Shrine7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBiwako Valley Ski Resort7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBiwako Valley11 min drive
  • AirportKobe (UKB)113 min drive

Room options

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Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom

Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
Desk
  • 12.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Single with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Down duvet
4 bathrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Futon

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Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

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

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Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

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

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The price is NZ$277
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
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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.
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What's nearby

  • Hiratopia - 13 min walk
  • Lake Biwa - 4 min drive
  • Shirahige Shrine - 7 min drive
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 7 min drive
  • Biwako Valley - 11 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Roz&Mary - 3 min drive
  • 焼肉バンバン - 5 min drive
  • HOHRAI BURGER STAND - 8 min drive
  • 讃岐ノ助志賀店 - 8 min drive
  • 風輪カフェ - 3 min drive

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, a BBQ, and 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.

Languages

English, Japanese, Spanish

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

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 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

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 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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

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
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. Contactless check-out is available.

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

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

As of 30 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel on 7 May 2024 start from NZ$65.94, 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 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?

The closest beach to J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel is Manohama Beach (11.2 km).

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.

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay:-)
Met lovely people. Eric was amazing, taking me to the shop to buy groceries and stopping at beautiful shrines in the one go. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit of a walk from the station (if you go at night it is VERY dark, but still safe!) but the scenery is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They have free drinks(tea, coffee...), clean shiny kitchen facilities, free Netflix or YouTube on big screen and lake view balcony..etc...I loved them all! It was nice and chill during my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
The room and restroom are clean.good service!thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staffs are friendly and helpful. But the location is not convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alex, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time used Expedia app
I'm was very lucky, because the hotel helping me when I was Booked wrong date from the Expedia app On 26/08/18, and then I have already paid to Expedia app. So I need to pay again for the night I stayed on 25/08/18.And I couldn't do a cancellation for myself,eventually the hotel promise will do it for me, and now I just want my refund back on the date 26/08/18.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024