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

￥13,381

￥14,836 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Private Vacation Home (KAGIYA) | Exterior

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

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

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

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Derek

￥22,852

￥25,137 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

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

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Masako

￥10,282

￥12,781 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

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 23 - Sep 24

5. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

1.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

￥8,737

￥9,731 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, WiFi (free)

6. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

samantha

￥30,780

￥33,858 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

7. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Philip

￥89,128

￥98,041 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Executive Suite, King Double Bed, Non Smoking (51 Sqm) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

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

8. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurt

￥71,680

￥78,848 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

Sakyo Ward, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Peter

￥38,394

￥42,233 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

￥10,453

￥11,902 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking(1 futon set is available only for three or more paying guests) | Down comforters, in-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurtis

￥15,878

￥17,603 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

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

12. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Sakyo Ward, 6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michael

￥122,653

￥149,207 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

13. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 6.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

￥43,162

￥54,599 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

14. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Okazaki, 6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Quinn

￥14,060

￥15,466 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Japanese Style Townhouse (Beds + Futons) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, WiFi (free)

Japanese Style Townhouse (Beds + Futons) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

15. Machiya Ando

Higashiyama Ward, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Jacquelin

￥30,928

￥37,488 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

16. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

￥15,146

￥16,661 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

17. SOWAKA

Gion, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

sonia

￥144,892

￥159,381 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

18. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Olivia

￥18,961

￥20,936 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

WEST Deluxe Suite | 2 bedrooms, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Eigetsu

Higashiyama Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Marta

￥21,007

￥23,108 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden [Garden Villa], Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel

Higashiyama Ward, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Yun Li

￥10,973

￥12,070 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent place They had snacks all day long"

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!"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean bed and pillows were not the greatest it was right in the shopping area food drinks shopping near train station and bus stations. Room was ok for size"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Really well positioned. Really helpful staff. A great place to stay to make the most of Kyoto."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and comfortable and the amenities were excellent."

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, lovely breakfast"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was absolutely lovely and a perfect place to stay for our trip to Kyoto. We wish we could have stayed longer and will definitely come back!"

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good

"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"

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. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

5. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

6. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

7. Hotel Chourakukan

8. Shikikaboku

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

10. Rinn Niomon

11. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

12. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

13. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

14. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

15. Machiya Ando

16. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

17. SOWAKA

18. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

19. Eigetsu

20. Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hilton Kyoto

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Biwako Hotel

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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