Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5 star property
Lakefront ryokan with a full-service spa and area shuttle service

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Deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, reflexology
Food and drink
Property amenity
Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101
  • Ogoto Onsen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Enryakuji Temple
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Manyo Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 8

Luxury Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Ao No Ayou Partial Lake View Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

Yuuga Japanese-style twin room with hot spring observation bath

  • Sleeps 4

Suite, Japanese-Western Mixed With Bath, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4

Japanese-Western Mixed With Bath, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4

Suite, Japanese-Western Mixed With Bath, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4

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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, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Enryakuji Temple - 21 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Mount Hiei - 23 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Sanzen-in Temple - 23 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 24 min drive - 12.2 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 a full-service spa and area shuttle service
Guests staying at Biwako Ryokusuitei enjoy access to a full-service spa, karaoke, and free WiFi in public areas. 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 luggage storage and securing valuables. Other amenities at this hot springs ryokan include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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 indulge in a pampering treatment at the ryokan's full-service spa. 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
  • Full-service spa
  • 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

Full-service 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)
  • Smoking not allowed

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

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.

Is parking available on site 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?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Thai massages, deep-tissue 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

This lakeside ryokan offers plenty of amenities for couples including a bar, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

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, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book 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. 287 out of 470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 470 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

10/10 Excellent

Antung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying in an onsen hotel. The property is loaded with amenities: an on-site hot and cold water onsen, a lounge with 24 hours of free drinks, a happy hour with wine included. Our room was gorgeous, with tatami mat floors and comfortable beds they set up. We had a glass wall shower and views of Lake Biwaka. My only criticism is that some of the furnishings seem a bit dated. But everything else was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel so far has the best staff I’ve ever seen. Everyone so friendly. They had the shuttle ready for us when we needed to go to the train station. Overall it was an experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay at our first ryokan! The staff is INCREDIBLE. So kind and helpful even though we are only English speakers and their English was limited. They made us feel so welcomed and special. We stayed 2 nights and it was perfect. Dinner the second night made up for dinner the first night :) and the breakfast had many options. We loved our private onsen and traditional Japanese beds. The view of the lake was stunning and the property so peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jik

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall a pretty good stay, the tatami has dated smells. The kaiseki dinner has good preparation but the taste is average.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline Grace

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing! The property offered a shuttle ride from the station. We were greeted with a cup of tea. We were also taken to our room and with assistance and given a thorough tour of the space and the services that the hotel provided. The property has a beautiful view of the lake. The room was spacious for our group. Highly recommend the meals offered for dinner and breakfast. The onsen was also clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Osen and breakfast were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort itself is clean and comfortable, the in room onsen is excellent and can change temperature to your liking. There are free drinks and alcohol included. The dinner is excellent and service is great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that that I had my own private onsen bathtub in my room. I was able to see the sunrise from this bathtub, which was such a cool experience. The kaiseki dinner and breakfast buffet was so good here! The seafood is really fresh, and the Omi beef shabu shabu was the best part. The public baths on the property are nice too, and I really like the library area where you can get free drinks and popsicles. (There’s a gorgeous view of cherry blossoms on the veranda in the library, so be sure to check that out in both daytime and nighttime.) There’s a happy hour where there is a yummy peach juice. I also got a ¥500 coupon to spend at the store, which was a nice surprise. All in all, this was a really great stay, and I highly recommend it, especially if you’re looking for an onsen resort that isn’t too far away from Kyoto that’s accessible by train. (They offer a free shuttle to the nearby train station when you check out. )

10/10 Excellent

Niel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hot springs and beautiful hotel. Limited local amenities but far made up for by the hotel itself and the all inclusive nature
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had an incredible experience and the staff were superb. They had supported us upgrading our room and even provided an adorable little gift for our honeymoon. The suite along with the amenities were incredibly clean, serene and provided the level of tranquility we were hoping to find. The price matched what we were looking for and, having a private bath for ourselves was ideal. While the facility was busy, I found that we had ample space of our own. The only issue we ran into was with Dinner. Due to traveling conditions, we did not book our dinner 3-days in advance. This meant that for our weekend we could not partake their restaurant and had to go down the street for food. It was not great timing for me as it started raining pretty hard and there wasn’t much in walking distance I was willing to get to on foot. With that said, there is a Lawsons if you are in a crunch or other fine dining places in the area so if you really miss the dinner, you have alternatives if needed. Would recommend this place to anyone and having a shuttle to get us from the train station to our stay was a great touch to get us back on our way for the remainder of our stay in Japan.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were treated wonderfully by all the staff and the suite was amazing. It was one of the best experiences we ever had. Dinners were exceptional and the overall atmosphere was so relaxing. We would love to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Munyi

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are many reviews saying how wonderful this hotel is - the public onsen (I have tattoos so couldn’t use it), the creative dinners of traditional Japanese cuisine, and the peaceful relaxation. For me, the best parts were the lovely people working there, and the hot tub on the balcony of our room. I have to admit it didn’t feel as private as I’d expected, but there are bamboo privacy blinds which can be pulled down. I also wish I’d asked for extra cushions under my futon mattress. I’m unaccustomed to sleeping on the floor and found it rather hard. The hotel has a view of the lake, but the entrance faces a busy road in a built up area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

yuliya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having a private onsen in the room is a blessing! Great dinner and fabulous breakfast. Note no tattoos allowed in the public onsen .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room and wonderful onsen. Incredible Japanese dinner and service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the staff were so professional and friendly to our group (from another country). Very easy to approach staff though we were not Japanese speaking. The ryokan itself was very clean. Great views. Lots of amenities for self care.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality was 10/10, the rooms were lovely and the private onset was everything I hoped for. The public baths offered a hot/cold tub and sauna in addition to the onsets themselves.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly relaxing stay with friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely come back to this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was fantastic and we enjoyed the onsen experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great onsen, great service and dinning option
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Enjoyable stay in ryokan!

Room was large and clean. Service was excellent although facilities were a bit dated. Food was good and we especially enjoyed the buffet breakfast. Checkout at 10am was a bit early compared to other hotels. There is not much to see within walking distance of the onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025