Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5 star property
Lakefront ryokan with area shuttle service and spa services

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Deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, reflexology
Property amenity
Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Koyu Premier Suite with Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet
Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101
  • Ogoto Onsen
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Enryakuji Temple
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Room options

Fuga Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Cypress Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 366 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

  • 581 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Triple Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

Yuuga Japanese Style Room with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

  • 366 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Manyo Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 861 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Twin Futons

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

  • 237 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Yuuga Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Semi-Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 366 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Fuga Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 366 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Koyu Premier Suite with Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

  • 775 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

AO No SYOU Deluxe Twin Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 344 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Biwa No Kaze Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Twin Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Biwa no Kaze Japanese style 3 beds with open-a

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Huuga Japanese Western Style Room With Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

Ao No Syou Deluxe Twin Room with Open Air Bath Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, Bathtub, Partial Lake View (Tsukiyomi Japanese Twin Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Huuga Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Yuuga Japanese Style Room With Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Western Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds and 5 Twin Futons

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Western Style Room with TV in Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Manyo Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Futons

Luxury Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

Ao No Ayou Partial Lake View Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Yuuga Japanese-style twin room with hot spring observation bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

Biwako Ryokusuitei places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Saikyoji Temple and Ukimido. This 3.5-star ryokan has 70 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Enryakuji Temple - 19 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Mount Hiei - 21 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 22 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Sanzen-in Temple - 25 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 17 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪伊予製麺雄琴店 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪麺屋聖〜kiyo〜 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪ガールズファンタジー - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪プルプルネクステージ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪フォーナイン - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Lakefront ryokan with area shuttle service and spa services
Biwako Ryokusuitei offers karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this hot springs ryokan include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and a library.
Guests can expect 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport down comforters. Other standard amenities include safes, desks, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Recreational amenities at the ryokan include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals), an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen), and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours. There are 2 indoor hot springs and 2 outdoor hot springs open between midnight and 11:30 PM. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 78°F.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 2,200 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • Hot tub
  • Karaoke
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 indoor hot springs
  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • 2 outdoor hot springs
  • 24-hour public bath
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from midnight - 11:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 78 ºF
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Reflexology
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Thai massages
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Genkan (entryway)
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hot springs access available from midnight to 11:30 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for private bath/onsen. Contact the ryokan at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the onsite public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in.

Property is also known as

Biwako Ryokusuitei
Biwako Ryokusuitei Inn
Biwako Ryokusuitei Inn Otsu
Biwako Ryokusuitei Otsu
Biwako Ryokusuitei Otsu
Biwako Ryokusuitei Ryokan
Biwako Ryokusuitei Ryokan Otsu

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Biwako Ryokusuitei provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

As of Apr 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwako Ryokusuitei on May 13, 2025 start from $224.52, excluding 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Biwako Ryokusuitei?

This ryokan is located in Otsu, just steps from Ogoto Onsen. You'll also find Lake Biwa and Saikyoji Temple within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Spa services at the ryokan include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, and reflexology.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei include a casino on the premises?

No, Biwako Ryokusuitei doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

No, this ryokan doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Biwako Ryokusuitei?

This lakeside ryokan offers plenty of amenities for couples including a bar, a restaurant, and 2 outdoor hot springs.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this ryokan.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Biwako Ryokusuitei serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Biwako Ryokusuitei allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Biwako Ryokusuitei.

Are there connecting rooms at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this ryokan.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Yes, some accommodations at Biwako Ryokusuitei offer a balcony and may feature lake views.

Biwako Ryokusuitei Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 434 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

lawrence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice meals (dinner and breakfast), clean room. friendly staff. All you can drink happy hour. Snacks and drinks have good variety already. Frequent shuttle bus to train station, not much wait time. Efficient check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vianna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, clean room and comfortable. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Breakfast is very good, even has grill seafood by your own on the dining table. Free shuttle bus to hotel from train station and only a few minutes journey. Will come back again and try the in room onset next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Codey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Staff was awesome. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent. The shuttle was at the jR station waiting for the guests when we arrived. We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rosario A A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Hot aircon

The food was mediocre and the aircon in the room was soo hot. They offered an electric fan but it still was not enough. Aside from that everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tze Hiang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Onsen in the room with a fantastic lake view. Hotel offers seafood barbecue buffet for Breakfast. Best breakfast ever.

6/10 Okay

Albert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient as they have shuttle bus pick up from station. Dinner under my expectation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wai Sun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
overall the hotal is clean and we have a nice sleep at night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay! Wished we stayed an extra night.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CALVIN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Long

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about the property :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family of 6 stayed at Biwako Ryokusuitei for one night. We all had a very pleasant time enjoying the onsen, the amazing dinner/breakfast food, and the excellent services by the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chi Leung

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Suite
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with beautiful look over the lake
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Honeymoon delight

We stayed two nights as part of our honeymoon trip to Japan. Loved everything about this place. From the Private Onsen in our room to the delightful restaurant service. We enjoyed wearing our Yukata around the building and taking in the beautiful views and enjoying the traditional breakfast. Would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for relaxing couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lemual, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yu, San Francisco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Biwako Ryokusuite was a great experience. Has beautiful public onsen and amazing food. The private bath faces the east with a great sunrise experience. Getting there is easy from Kyoto station, I transferred to a local train from the Shinkansen. The resort has a shuttle that will pick up your luggage if you are early or pick you up if you are on time for checkin. If you are early, I recommend walking from the station to the resort, beautiful temple on the way. Staff were extremely friendly, and most drinks and snacks are all inclusive. Highly recommend to get the Kaiseki dinner while you are there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024