Summer Firework Festival in Biwa lake (Biwako), Otsu city, Shiga prefecture, Japan. The biggest firework exhibition in Kansai area.

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa hotels

The Gran Resort Ohmimaiko

The Gran Resort Ohmimaiko
3.0 star property
13.4 km from Lake Biwa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"Very good service with nice staff. Both dinner and breakfast are delicious. Room is spacious and tidy."
Hong Kong SAR China
Shun Chu Jessica
The price is CA $105
CA $117 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
The Gran Resort Ohmimaiko

Comfort Hotel Hikone

Comfort Hotel Hikone
3.0 star property
16.1 km from Lake Biwa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (429 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and the breakfast was convenient and delicious. "
United States
Martha
The price is CA $57
CA $63 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Comfort Hotel Hikone

Racine Home Harie

Racine Home Harie
2.5 star property
9 km from Lake Biwa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"This is a very local non touristy village. We enjoyed the hospitality (even if we couldn’t communicate) The owner helped accomadate my sea food allergy. We really liked the hot bath available in the beautiful water. The only thing I would say is that it isn’t close to anything and you have to walk about 22 minutes to the train "
United States
celena
The price is CA $298
CA $328 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Racine Home Harie

Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi

Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi
2.5 star property
16 km from Lake Biwa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (769 reviews)
"Breakfast menu was excellent!"
United States
Koichi
The price is CA $65
CA $72 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi

APA Hotel Hikone Minami

APA Hotel Hikone Minami
3.0 star property
13.8 km from Lake Biwa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (201 reviews)
"The hotel is clean and has free drinks. The price is great as well. "
United States
Lirui
The price is CA $65
CA $79 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
APA Hotel Hikone Minami

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone
4.0 star property
14.6 km from Lake Biwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"The meals were fabulous - beautifully prepared and delicious. This is a well maintained older traditional Japanese styled hotel with an excellent view of Lake Biwa and walking distance to Hikone Castle. "
United States
Scott
The price is CA $230
CA $256 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

Hotel Sunroute Hikone
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Lake Biwa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (502 reviews)
"Walkable to everything."
United States
SHAN
The price is CA $68
CA $75 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Hotel Sunroute Hikone

Hotel Route Inn Hikone

Hotel Route Inn Hikone
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Lake Biwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (313 reviews)
"The overall interior is chic and calm, but the dining area needs some flashy design to stimulate the appetite."
Japan
toshiharu
The price is CA $80
CA $89 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Hotel Route Inn Hikone

Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori

Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori
3.0 star property
16 km from Lake Biwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"The AC was super dirty. Other than that the house was great. Location is also perfect with a nice restaurant across."
United States
Claudia
The price is CA $114
CA $126 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori

HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi

HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi
2.5 star property
17.3 km from Lake Biwa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (60 reviews)
"good"
Japan
Ryo
The price is CA $61
CA $68 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
18.5 km from Lake Biwa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (758 reviews)
"The Japanese western room was big and spacious with nice lake view."
Singapore
Xiu Hui
The price is CA $66
CA $80 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Comfort Inn Omihachiman

Comfort Inn Omihachiman
3.0 star property
18.3 km from Lake Biwa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (231 reviews)
"Good business overnight stay. I like the refrigerator in the room. Missing an electric tea pot…"
United States
Jeanette Marie
The price is CA $62
CA $68 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Comfort Inn Omihachiman

Green Hotel Yes Ohmi Hachiman

Green Hotel Yes Ohmi Hachiman
3.5 star property
17.7 km from Lake Biwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (95 reviews)
"部屋がカビ臭い"
Japan
KENKA
The price is CA $119
CA $132 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Green Hotel Yes Ohmi Hachiman

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi
3.0 star property
18.4 km from Lake Biwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (758 reviews)
"Clean and quiet. Hot spring was also nuce to use it."
Australia
Noriko
The price is CA $66
CA $74 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

Tabist Business Hotel Kurama Hikone

Tabist Business Hotel Kurama Hikone
2.5 star property
14.8 km from Lake Biwa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (37 reviews)
"Staff don’t speak English bathroom only on the first floor we were staying at the 4th and no dinner and no breakfast available. Good for a step only one night before Kyoto. "
Australia
Charlotte
The price is CA $68
CA $76 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Tabist Business Hotel Kurama Hikone

Green Hotel Yes Nagahama Minatokan

Green Hotel Yes Nagahama Minatokan
3.0 star property
18.9 km from Lake Biwa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (347 reviews)
"Good affordable hotel"
Taiwan
Yu Hsing
The price is CA $104
CA $116 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Green Hotel Yes Nagahama Minatokan

Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel

Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel
3.5 star property
18.9 km from Lake Biwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (183 reviews)
"Nice location, nice people, nice food. I hope to visit this place once again."
South Korea
JIHYUNG
The price is CA $85
CA $94 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel

Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Lake Biwa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"周囲に食事出来る施設がほとんどないのに、食事の提供がない。自転車で琵琶湖一周していたが、朝食が出ないのでおにぎりを買うために自転車往復6.6km走らざるをえなかった。また自転車で近くの気軽に夕食が食べれる所は1軒しかない。更に普通の宿ならあると思っていたタオルや浴衣の提供がないのも驚いた。"
Japan
HIROYUKI
The price is CA $35
CA $56 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

PEACE OF REST TAKASHIMA

PEACE OF REST TAKASHIMA
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Lake Biwa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"また泊まりたいと思いました"
Japan
MASATO
The price is CA $363
CA $402 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
PEACE OF REST TAKASHIMA

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
21.6 km from Lake Biwa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"Wonderful. I would stay there again."
Canada
mariko
The price is CA $113
CA $141 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Public bath
The Gran Resort Ohmimaiko
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
94 reviews
View
Property amenity
Comfort Hotel Hikone
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
429 reviews
View
New Building Japanese Style Room, 4 Single Size Futon | View from room
Racine Home Harie
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
44 reviews
View
Exterior
Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
769 reviews
View
Exterior
APA Hotel Hikone Minami
3.0 star property
7.6
Good
201 reviews
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What are the top-rated hotels near Lake Biwa?
Discover the top-rated hotels near Lake Biwa that promise a memorable stay in Shiga Prefecture, Japan, with stunning lake views and exceptional amenities.

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa, rated 8.0 by travellers, is a charming 4-star retreat located just a 4-minute walk from the serene shores of Lake Biwa. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating experiences at the onsite hot springs, including both indoor and outdoor ryokan baths. The hotel features premium rooms with premium bedding and a lovely lake view, ensuring a tranquil stay. Additional amenities such as complimentary housekeeping, daily breakfast options, and convenient train station drop-off and pickup enhance the overall traveler experience.
What hotels are within walking distance to Lake Biwa?
Discover the perfect stay near Lake Biwa, where travellers can enjoy top-rated accommodations that blend comfort with stunning views.

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa, rated 8.0 by travellers, is a welcoming 4-star hotel just a 4-minute walk from Lake Biwa. This resort features an onsite hot spring and offers travellers a range of body treatments, including soothing body scrubs. The hotel boasts beautiful lake views and a selection of comfortable amenities such as premium bedding and air conditioning. Guests can also benefit from free rollaway beds, daily housekeeping, and convenient self-parking.
How much is a hotel near Lake Biwa?
Staying near Lake Biwa is a treat, with plenty of hotels from CA $56 offering incredible amenities. If you're leaning toward a little luxury, prices can rise, especially in peak season. Be sure to book in advance to enjoy more options and potentially better rates, especially if you're planning a trip during weekends or around public holidays.
What are the most popular family-friendly hotels near Lake Biwa?
For families looking for top-rated hotels with stunning views near Lake Biwa, here are some excellent options that promise a delightful stay.

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

The Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa is a family-friendly haven located just a 4-minute walk from the picturesque shores of Lake Biwa. Rated by travellers at 8.0, this 4-star resort offers fantastic amenities for families, including free rollaway beds, a children-friendly breakfast, and daily housekeeping. Guests will also enjoy relaxing in the onsite hot springs or taking advantage of the outdoor public ryokan bath. With additional features like premium bedding, free toiletries, and beautiful lake views, this resort ensures a comfortable and memorable stay for families.
Which hotels near Lake Biwa offer the best views?
For travellers seeking the best views near Lake Biwa, these top-rated hotels provide a perfect blend of comfort and stunning scenery.

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa is a 4-star hotel located just a 4-minute walk from the picturesque shores of Lake Biwa, with an impressive review rating of 8.0. This resort features an outdoor public onsen and offers breathtaking lake views from various areas. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating body treatments, relax in the hot springs, and enjoy amenities like air conditioning and premium bedding. The hotel also provides convenient services such as daily housekeeping and complimentary train station drop-off.
Are there any hotels with pools close to Lake Biwa?
For travellers seeking a perfect stay with refreshing pools near Lake Biwa, Shiga Prefecture offers some excellent options.

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Located just a 4-minute walk from Lake Biwa, Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa is a top-rated 4-star hotel with a review rating of 8.0. Though this hotel does not feature a pool, it offers a range of relaxing amenities including a public onsen, body treatments, and scenic lake views. Guests can enjoy free rollaway beds and daily housekeeping, ensuring a comfortable stay. The resort also features a complimentary shuttle service to the train station, making it convenient for all travellers.
Can I book a fully refundable hotel close to Lake Biwa?
Most bookings on Expedia are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of arrival, though this depends on the hotel's individual cancellation policy, which you should check in your booking confirmation. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by going to "My Trips" and selecting your reservation. To find fully refundable hotel options, simply enter "Lake Biwa", set your travel dates, and use the "Fully refundable" filter under "Deals & Discounts" on the results page. Alternatively, explore deals with free cancellation options on Expedia.
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