The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Biwa Canal in Otsu for 2026

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1. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Chuo, 0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Derek

￥25,294

￥27,823 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

2. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Nagara, 0.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Celine

￥13,381

￥14,836 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Nionohama, 2.9 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Hemmo

￥10,282

￥12,781 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

4. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Nagara, 0.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a...

Paul

￥7,973

￥8,825 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

5. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Kyomachi, 1.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

￥9,153

￥10,195 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

6. Rinn Niomon

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Dwayne

￥9,815

￥10,820 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

7. Yadoya Manjiro

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Joshua

￥32,040

￥35,280 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Terrace, Mountain View

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

￥42,955

￥47,250 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

9. Yadoya Lodge

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Bonnie

￥18,545

￥20,477 total

Aug 29 - Aug 30

Executive Suite, King Double Bed, Non Smoking (51 Sqm) | Bathroom

Junior Suite, Double Bed, Non Smoking (33 Sqm) | Living area

10. Shikikaboku

7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Armen

￥66,636

￥73,300 total

Aug 22 - Aug 23

Comfort Twin with Bath, Non Smoking | Bathroom

11. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

￥12,654

￥13,919 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking(1 futon set is available only for three or more paying guests)

12. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurtis

￥12,600

￥14,000 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

13. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Spencer

￥14,232

￥17,772 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

14. Hotel Chourakukan

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Philip

￥87,256

￥96,169 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Quinn

￥11,655

￥12,837 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

￥36,996

￥46,800 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

17. Gion Ryokan Karaku

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Justin

￥13,181

￥14,499 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

18. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michael

￥146,082

￥177,322 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area.

19. Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michiko

￥11,586

￥12,846 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

20. Rinn Shirakawa South

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Maritez

￥8,891

￥9,801 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Evening ramen service and multi level onsen"

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were amazing, the hotel is conveniently located, the food was spectacular and the staff goes above and beyond to make your stay the best as possible. I’ll definitely stay there again!"

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice little hotel tucked away in a quiet street, still close to the river and the restaurant/bar district. Very nice and helpful staff, and good breakfast (western and traditional)."

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay with great location and exceptional staff service."

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"Great location."

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great location at a very fair price. Super value. And the breakfast was excellent also."

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

8/10 Good

"Very convenient Location and access to underpass."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms, baths, and entire hotel was very clean. The buffet breakfast had numerous choices and empty trays were quickly refilled by attentive staff. The bathroom designs were lovely and modern. Ours had a privacy wall of plants. The rooms were a nice size and beds were very comfortable. Towels were provided regularly."

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

10/10 Excellent

"This was an amazing hotel. The location was very tranquil, and it was close to the temples and Philosophers Path. The room was very stylish, with a view over the peaceful hotel garden and the neighbouring temple. It is one of the most memorable hotel stays I have had. The staff were very helpful, and breakfast was of a very good standard."

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a trip to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Biwako Canal Memorial Hall

You can learn about the history of Otsu with a visit to Biwako Canal Memorial Hall. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Honpukuji Temple

Honpukuji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Painting Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Otsu Painting Museum during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Onjoji Temple

Onjoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Otsu City Museum of History

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Otsu City Museum of History during your travels in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art during your travels in Otsu. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion during your travels in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa Canal?

Lake Biwa Canal is located in Otsu. Travelers like this culturally rich area for its lakeside setting and hot springs. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Lake Biwa Canal?

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Biwa Canal. Another good option is Biwako Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Lake Biwa Canal?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Biwa Canal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Biwa Canal, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Lake Biwa Canal.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Biwa Canal?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Lake Biwa Canal, click here.

What can I see and do near Lake Biwa Canal?

Otsu City Science Museum, Mount Hiei, and Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Ginkaku-ji Temple, Eikan-do Temple, and Nanzen-ji Temple. You can catch a show at Gion Corner, Minamiza Theater, and Biwako Hall.

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

1. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

2. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

4. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

5. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

6. Rinn Niomon

7. Yadoya Manjiro

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

9. Yadoya Lodge

10. Shikikaboku

11. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

12. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

13. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

14. Hotel Chourakukan

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

16. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

17. Gion Ryokan Karaku

18. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

19. Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

20. Rinn Shirakawa South

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

Biwako Canal Memorial Hall

Honpukuji Temple

Otsu Painting Museum

Onjoji Temple

Otsu City Museum of History

Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

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