Title: Biwako Grand Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Biwako Grand Hotel Ryokan with free breakfast, near Lake Biwa ![Hot springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/4c7cece6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/ae8a24e2-1756-4a1a-9b80-ba195e7f8518-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/d4dbf8db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/21d772b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/4644877a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Biwako Grand Hotel overlooks Lake Biwa, offering peaceful views and wellness amenities. Guests unwind in the mineral-rich indoor hot spring, book therapeutic massages to ease travel fatigue, and enjoy practical touches like complimentary in-room WiFi and luggage storage service. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Spa - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 24 - Nov. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 25 - Nov. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/b591f904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Private bathroom 2 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - Lake view - Sleeps 8 - 8 Twin Futons ![Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/44ee6d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom 7.8 Good 8 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV 4 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Futons ![Japanese Style Room with Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/d94b336c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room with Bathroom 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV 4 bathrooms Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Futons ## You may also like Ad ![Courtyard](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/72000000/71550000/71550000/71549946/3deb9800_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel Higashiyama Ward - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 254 reviews CA $152 CA $189 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-HOTEL-HIGASHIYAMA-By-KyotoTokyuHotel.h71549946.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-12-15&chkout=2025-12-16&rm1=a2®ionId=179215&destination=Otsu&destType=MARKET&latLong=35.092193,135.906489&searchId=9e30ccad-b045-4324-9bb3-ec536f98eaba&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a garden and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this ryokan include: - Free self parking - Free train station pick-up, bike rentals, and hot springs on site - A gift shop, a bicycle shuttle, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All 182 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Conference center ### Outdoors - Garden ### Spa - 24-hour public bath - Hot springs - Massage - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Spa services - 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. - Elevator (35 inch wide door) - Front entrance ramp - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchairs on site ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Extra futon (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private or shared bathroom - Shower - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 3 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: JPY 150.0 per stay - 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. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Futon bed fee: JPY 5000 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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; cash is not accepted Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file A car is not required for transportation to and from this property Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Biwako Grand Hotel Otsu Biwako Grand Otsu Biwako Grand Biwako Grand Hotel Otsu Biwako Grand Hotel Ryokan Biwako Grand Hotel Ryokan Otsu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Biwako Grand Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Biwako Grand Hotel? > As of Nov 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwako Grand Hotel on Dec 1, 2025 start from CA $182.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Otsu-Hotels-Biwako-Grand-Hotel.h21888155.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Biwako Grand Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Biwako Grand Hotel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Biwako Grand Hotel located? > Located in Ogoto, this ryokan is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa. Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji and Lake Biwa Bridge are also within 6 mi (10 km). Ogotoonsen station is 17 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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