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

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

0.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Celine

￥13,527

￥14,982 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Private Vacation Home (KAGIYA) | Exterior

Private Vacation Home (KOUJIYA) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Private Vacation Home (MARUYA) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Private Vacation Home (MARUYA) | Private kitchen | Fridge, electric kettle

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Derek

￥22,852

￥25,137 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Masako

￥10,282

￥12,781 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

4. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

1.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

￥8,737

￥9,731 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

5. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Mariana

￥12,000

￥13,437 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

6. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Philip

￥89,128

￥98,041 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Terrace, Mountain View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Terrace, Mountain View | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

7. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

￥46,859

￥51,545 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Suite | WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Lodge Style Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

8. Yadoya Lodge

Sakyo Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Bonnie

￥23,500

￥26,000 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

9. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Sakyo Ward, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Constance

￥16,528

￥20,102 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

Japanese Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Japanese Suite, Non Smoking | Living room | Flat-screen TV

10. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Dwayne

￥13,668

￥15,835 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

Sakyo Ward, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Peter

￥51,525

￥56,678 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 6.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

￥43,162

￥54,599 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Japanese Tatami Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

13. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

Gion, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

tamer

￥36,107

￥39,718 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Queen Room with Shower, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Twin with Bath, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

14. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

￥15,146

￥16,661 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Quad Double Bed Suite | Down comforters, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Okazaki, 6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Quinn

￥15,569

￥17,126 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Premium Triple Room, Non Smoking | Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

Sakyo Ward, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Hiromi

￥11,749

￥13,084 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Hanare - private cottage | In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated

In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated

17. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Sakyo Ward, 6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michael

￥121,388

￥147,942 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead

18. SOWAKA

Gion, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

sonia

￥144,892

￥159,381 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

19. Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

Gion, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michiko

￥17,045

￥18,920 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Panoramic Suite, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

20. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

julie

￥142,952

￥157,741 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay here. The hotel is in a good location for walking to places. The staff are very friendly. The breakfast and on site bakery / rooftop bar were great. Would recommend and would definitely stay here again if visiting Kyoto."

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service with a sparingly clean Davity with good amenities. Friendly and helpful staff."

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was great and in a nice area. The kind and helpful staff made our trip memorable. Special thanks to the kind lady who showed my husband how to use the washer/dryer. Thank you!"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with very helpful and friendly staff"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"룸은 청결했으며, 카모가와가 보이는 뷰는 아름다웠습니다. 숙소 시설이 모두 훌륭하고 편리했습니다. 교토에 다시 온다면 이 숙소를 재방문하고 싶습니다."

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and wonderful staff. Staff arranged for restaurant recommendations and reservations for great dining in the area. 9th floor is a great upgrade for snacks and drinks available throughout the day and early evening."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"I loved the cross section of tradition and modern during my stay. The onsen (natural hot springs) was very therapeutic. The staff was very friendly and made the check in/check out process very smooth. My group and I arrived with our luggage two hours before check-in and the hotel staff were very accommodating with holding our belongings allowing us to free up our hands to explore and grab a bite to eat."

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and hotel is conveniently located. Easy access to buses and metro station."

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!"

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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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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Biwako Flower Fountain

After visiting Biwako Flower Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa Canal?

Lake Biwa Canal is located in Kyoto. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 13 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 13 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?

Mount Hiei, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto 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 Biwako Hall, Gion Corner, and Minamiza Theater.

How can I get to Lake Biwa Canal?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near Lake Biwa Canal is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like Higashino Station, Keihan Yamashina, and Yamashina Station. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Shinomiya Station.

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

4. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

5. Giappo Franca Kyoto

6. Hotel Chourakukan

7. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

8. Yadoya Lodge

9. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

10. Rinn Niomon

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

13. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

14. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

16. KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

17. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

18. SOWAKA

19. Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

20. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Cross Hotel Kyoto

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hilton Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

Honpukuji Temple

Otsu Painting Museum

Onjoji Temple

Otsu City Museum of History

Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

Biwako Flower Fountain

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