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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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Beach
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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931-1 Kitahira, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0503
  • Place, Biwako Quasi-National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Omi Maiko Nakahama Swimming Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hiratopia
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Single with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

Located 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Biwa, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Shirahige Shrine. This 49-room hostel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Omi Maiko Nakahama Swimming Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hiratopia - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Biwa - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • terrace cafe
  • ‪lulufe - ‬7 min drive
  • Biwako Terrace
  • ‪讃岐ノ助 志賀店 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪白ひげ蕎麦 - ‬9 min drive

About this property

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

Lakefront hostel in Otsu with free parking
Guests of J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers. 4 bathrooms are also standard. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

This hostel in Otsu is within a 10-minute walk of Biwako Quasi-National Park and Omi Maiko Nakahama Swimming Beach. You'll also find Lake Biwa and Biwako Valley Ski Resort within a short drive.

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

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside hostel include a down comforter and slippers in each room with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel.

Does J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel.

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