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

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Japanese Western Room, Private Bathroom | Garden view

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Nagara, 0.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Celine

￥13,236

￥14,691 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Private Vacation Home (KAGIYA) | Exterior

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

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

Private Vacation Home (YOROZUYA) | Terrace/patio

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Chuo, 0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Derek

￥22,852

￥25,137 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Luxury Floor Double Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (30sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

3. Biwako Hotel

Hamamachi, 1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Ming Fai

￥18,545

￥22,740 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Nionohama, 2.9 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Hemmo

￥10,097

￥12,596 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

5. 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

￥7,790

￥8,642 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

6. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Kyomachi, 1.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

￥8,608

￥9,588 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

7. Rinn Niomon

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Dwayne

￥9,584

￥10,589 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking (Hanami) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira) | Bathroom sink

8. Ishibekoji MUAN

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

John

￥37,643

￥42,556 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

9. Yadoya Manjiro

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Joshua

￥31,236

￥34,476 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

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

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

10. Yadoya Lodge

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Bonnie

￥18,545

￥20,477 total

Aug 29 - Aug 30

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Peter

￥24,044

￥26,658 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

12. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

￥42,955

￥47,250 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

Executive Suite, Hollywood Twin Bed, Non Smoking (54 Sqm) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar (free items), in-room safe

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

13. Shikikaboku

7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Armen

￥66,636

￥73,300 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

￥12,547

￥13,829 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking(1 futon set is available only for three or more paying guests) | Down comforters, in-room safe, soundproofing

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurtis

￥12,320

￥13,720 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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

16. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michael

￥146,082

￥177,322 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

17. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

￥34,151

￥43,201 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

18. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Quinn

￥10,857

￥11,943 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Traditional House | Deep soaking bathtub

Traditional House | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters

19. Kiraku Kyoto Higashiyama

7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

carlos

￥46,236

￥52,860 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Deluxe Twin Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

20. Rinn Shirakawa South

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Maritez

￥9,100

￥10,010 total

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Canal

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 121 reviews	View
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Biwako Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 690 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu	8.0 Very Good 666 reviews	View

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here 4 nights with family of two teenagers. Room was a great size and very functional with 2 girls. Location was perfect. Only downside was that Expedia notes it has laundry facilities when it does not."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Ver nice hotel. Will recommend."

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"This was an impeccable hotel experience. An amazing value for the money. The hotel is gorgeous; every detail was thought of. The onsen is wonderful, the staff friendly and kind. The food at breakfast was delicious. I wish every hotel experience was this good. 10/10!"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good, the walls and furniture had some wear and tear but nothing out of ordinary"

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."

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

10/10 Excellent

"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

10/10 Excellent

"The property, staff, food and service in general were of the highest possible standard. We hope to return."

Biwako Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean and gorgeous room with beautiful lake view. Staff was very nice and the Onsen was very good. I would love to come back again. "

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. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Biwako Hotel

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

5. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

6. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

7. Rinn Niomon

8. Ishibekoji MUAN

9. Yadoya Manjiro

10. Yadoya Lodge

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

12. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

13. Shikikaboku

14. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

16. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

17. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

18. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

19. Kiraku Kyoto Higashiyama

20. Rinn Shirakawa South

Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Canal

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Biwako Hotel

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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