[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rip stick Vacation home in Otsu with free parking ![Family House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046900/101046860/ba1521d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046900/101046860/6f64bb83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046900/101046860/b2f4a16b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046900/101046860/6c60f6c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046900/101046860/325414e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Lake Biwa, Rip stick has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rip stick Vacation home in Otsu with free parking A TV in a common area and free self parking are available at this smoke-free vacation home. The vacation home provides 2 bathrooms and a refrigerator, plus free WiFi and a microwave. The bathroom is shared. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer shared/communal kitchens. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Microwave - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks) - Bidet - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV in common areas ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (View)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17710000/17705700/17705639/931615a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel Moriyama - 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Kozokunosato Museum and Sagawa Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Otome Lake Manyoshu Poetry Monument and Kochidaniamida-ji Temple. Hiratopia and Astronomical Observation Center are also worth visiting. [Visit our Otsu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Otsu.dx179215) [View more Vacation homes in Otsu](https://www.expedia.ca/Otsu-Private-Vacation-Homes.d179215-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.22376%2C135.95445&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wb7fYItipFQKzbRhVC5He2_E2hQ=) 829-1Kitahira, 520-0503, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0503 ### What's nearby - Hiratopia - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 6 min drive - 5.1 km - Shirahige Shrine - 12 min drive - 10.3 km - Ogoto Onsen - 21 min drive - 21.3 km - Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji - 27 min drive - 21.5 km ### Getting around - Omimaiko Station - 18 min walk - Itami Airport (ITM) - 90 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪lulufe - ‬7 min drive - ‪焼肉バンバン - ‬4 min drive - terrace cafe - ‪WANI BASE - ‬8 min drive - ‪讃岐ノ助 志賀店 - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rip stick pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Rip stick? > As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rip stick on Oct 22, 2025 start from CA $1,355.58, 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-Rip-Stick.h101046860.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Rip stick? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rip stick? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Rip stick? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Rip stick located? > Situated in Otsu, this vacation home is steps from Biwako Quasi-National Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake Biwa. Hiratopia and Omi Maiko Nakahama Swimming Beach are also within 15 minutes. Omimaiko Station is 18 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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