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

￥13,090

￥14,545 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

Chuo, 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

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

￥7,671

￥8,523 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

5. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Kyomachi, 1.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

￥8,608

￥9,588 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Yadoya Manjiro

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Joshua

￥27,963

￥30,876 total

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

￥9,469

￥10,474 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

￥38,660

￥42,526 total

Aug 29 - Aug 30

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Peter

￥25,617

￥28,231 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

10. Shikikaboku

7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Armen

￥65,558

￥72,114 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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

11. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

￥12,812

￥14,093 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

12. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michael

￥146,677

￥177,917 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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)

13. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurtis

￥18,480

￥20,580 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

￥36,996

￥46,800 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Quinn

￥11,756

￥12,932 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Traditional House | Deep soaking bathtub

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

16. Kiraku Kyoto Higashiyama

7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

carlos

￥46,260

￥52,887 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

17. Eigetsu

7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Marta

￥21,006

￥23,107 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Deluxe Twin Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

18. Rinn Shirakawa South

7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Maritez

￥8,272

￥9,099 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Spencer

￥14,567

￥18,107 total

Aug 29 - Aug 30

20. Ryokan KANADE

6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

JASPEL

￥14,373

￥15,919 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice staff beautiful lobby"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

8/10 Good

"First, the front-of-house staff are great, especially the bus driver. Everyone I interacted with was engaging, friendly, and very helpful. The design of the hotel is also excellent, and the location is very convenient, within walking distance of many things. I hate to say anything negative because the staff were so good, but there were a few issues during my stay. The springs in my first bed were worn and extremely uncomfortable, so the hotel kindly moved me to another room. The bed in the second room was in good condition, but unfortunately there was a significant housekeeping issue with the cleanliness of the sheets, which meant I had to change rooms again. That said, the manager was very understanding and appeared to take the issue seriously and act on it immediately, which I really appreciated. Overall, I can still recommend this hotel. The staff, design, and location are all very good, and I expect the housekeeping issue will be addressed. With a little more consistency in room and linen checks, this could very easily feel like a five-star experience."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and Excellent"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"The room was a good size for Japan. We really liked the washroom set up..the fact that the toilet was in a separate room and there was a Japanese style washing area. It was great to have a sliding door to separate the two spaces. Storage was ample. The location was great for shopping and the hotel was quiet. We liked the lounge area in the other part with free coffee and soft drinks. The washing machines were greatly appreciated. Although they had check in machines there was always staff at the front desk to help with inquiries. Would definitely stay here again. Good value!! I’m"

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

10/10 Excellent

"地點方便，服務人員客氣且專業，值得再次入住⋯⋯⋯"

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Rooms that face city have glazed windows so may as well forget it has a window"

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome hotel. The staff were very attentive to whatever we needed and did not hesitate to help. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you for everything."

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!"

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. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

4. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

5. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

6. Yadoya Manjiro

7. Rinn Niomon

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

10. Shikikaboku

11. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

12. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

13. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

16. Kiraku Kyoto Higashiyama

17. Eigetsu

18. Rinn Shirakawa South

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

20. Ryokan KANADE

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Cross Hotel Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

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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