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Biwako Hanakaido

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Lake Biwa

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Courtyard
Public bath
Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet
Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Indoor spa tub
Escape to Biwako Hanakaido, a serene retreat near Lake Biwa. Unwind in the indoor mineral hot spring or indulge in aromatherapy, then savor Japanese cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants. The library and bar offer perfect spots to relax, while high-speed WiFi keeps you connected.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is ￥39,600
￥44,400 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3

Room options

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Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Hot spring Bath | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Hot spring Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Spring water bathtub
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Japanese-Western Style Special Suite with Open-Air Hot spring Bath | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Japanese-Western Style Special Suite with Open-Air Hot spring Bath

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Spring water bathtub
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Japanese Style Room 10 tatami | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Japanese Style Room 10 tatami

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Room 8 tatami | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Japanese Style Room 8 tatami

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Western Style Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Japanese-Western Style Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Twin Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Twin Room with Open-Air Hot spring Bath | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Twin Room with Open-Air Hot spring Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Spring water bathtub
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Otsu, Biwako Hanakaido is in the city center. Heian Shrine and Kyoto Imperial Palace are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pontocho Alley and Nishiki Market. Lake Biwa Museum and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting.
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520 0101, Shiga-ken, Otsu, 1-3 1-Chome, Ogoto

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mount Hiei - 23 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Sanzen-in Temple - 23 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Kyoto University - 24 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Kyoto International Conference Centre - 28 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 15 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪スシロー 大津堅田店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪麺屋 聖〜kiyo〜 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪中華そば 殿 雄琴店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ENSOLEILLER - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪雄琴　ACE - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Biwako Hanakaido

Hotel near Lake Biwa
At Biwako Hanakaido, you can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor private onsen or sauna, and indulge in a massage or aromatherapy. Be sure to enjoy Japanese cuisine and more at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), hot springs on site, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Biwako Hanakaido feature perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,500 for adults and JPY 2,000 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Biwa Roman
  • Ramupu

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Hot springs
  • Massage
  • Private outdoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's outdoor and indoor mineral hot springs will be under renovation from May 7, 2024 to July 31, 2024. The outdoor and indoor mineral hot springs will be available for women 3-5 PM, 8-10 PM, 6-8 AM and for men 5:30-7:30 PM, 10:30 PM-12:30 AM, 8:30-10:30 AM during this time.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2500 for adults and JPY 2000 for children
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Room rates do not include extra bedding or half board meals for children age 1-5. Meal surcharges apply.

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Biwako Hanakaido
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel Otsu
Biwako Hanakaido Otsu
Biwako Hanakaido Otsu
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel
Biwako Hanakaido Hotel Otsu

Frequently asked questions

Is Biwako Hanakaido pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Biwako Hanakaido?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwako Hanakaido on Sep 2, 2025 start from ￥39,600, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Biwako Hanakaido?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Biwako Hanakaido?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Biwako Hanakaido?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Biwako Hanakaido located?

Located in Ogoto, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa. Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji and Lake Biwa Bridge are also within 6 mi (10 km). Ogotoonsen station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Biwako Hanakaido Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 238 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay here was wonderful. The staff were amazing, the dining experience was perfect. Would recommend for anyone that wants a quiet onsen off the main travel path.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lon Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This charming onsen hotel by Lake Biwako offers a spacious, pristine room with an open-air onsen bath. Both dinner and breakfast were delectable. The staff were friendly and attentive, making our stay truly unforgettable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Ryokan - impecable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Porsche

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service

Excellent service with hostess, wonderful dinner set with Chef.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcoming and great staffs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden by restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The beef sashimi was the BEST thing we had our entire time in Japan. The traditional food were also very good while still having options for those who wanted more modern meals
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everything was amazing from the room, to the onsen, the food, the staff and the service. there is a free mobile phone in ogoto onsen station which you can use to call the different onsen hotels nearby and they will send a shuttle to come pick you up :)

10/10 Excellent

CHAN THONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Makana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Biwako Hanakaido was/is amazing. The staff are very friendly and service is top tier. I really can’t say much about this place other than it was amazing. I would do it again on my next trip. The dinner set was amazing and so was the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Japanese authenic culture and service from time of arrival to room decoration. Best of all the yukata , dinning a d breakfasts with authentic Japanese dishes. The staff and hospitality are exceptional!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience of a traditional ryokan. Super friendly staff, and a kids friendly place. As a foreigner you have to be prepared to eat fish and miso soup with tofu for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teddy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Top notch ryokan, highly recommended. Stayed in a Japanese style room, including 2 meals per day, and with shuttle service from the ryokan to the train station. Includes an onsen and massage service as well. The room was very spacious, clean and comfortable. The meals delicious. The staff extremely friendly and helpful. Very nice experience while in Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

TIANYIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The in-door hot spring is absolutely 10 out of 10.

10/10 Excellent

Yichun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful meals and Owen
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staffs are very helpful, can speak fluent English. the room is clean and nice the omi beef is yummy. great experience

10/10 Excellent

Chen-Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is nice and clean. Two included meals are authentic and delicious, and they provided different sets (both breakfast and dinner) in our two days stay. Service is outstanding. All their staffs are kind, patient, and get problems solved. I couldn’t find better service anywhere else.

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Very nice

Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having a drawer of kimonos to choose from to wear for our stay! The room was wonderful and we saw the beautiful sunrise from our bed. It was really a special experience. The private bath on our balcony was so nice and relaxing. The staff is super, very well trained and attentive. They make you feel special from the moment you walk in with a snack and a drink. We purchased some quality souvenirs from the gift shop. The half board is a grand experience. The onsens are unforgettable. I went early and had the whole place to myself.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAI IOK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Onsen was incredible. The staff was very polite and helpful. The rooms were spacious and traditional, a had yukata for us to wear around the hotel. We had a private bath that was beautiful and very relaxing. The meal they prepared for us was very elegant and delicious. Beware that it is very seafood heavy (my wife isn’t a huge seafood fan). There is a bit of a language barrier, but it didn’t keep us from communicating (google translate helped a few times). Overall a great experience in a less crowded and beautiful area of Kyoto that was fairly easy to access
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Memorable stay

Just 40 mins away from osaka by train. Very convenient. Food was exceptional at the two nights Kaiseki course we had. The soba resto at the hotel is also a most try. Noodles were prepared by the owner w limited portion everyday so must book. A little bit disappointed with the open air bath in the room as it’s a bit small
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and private onsen were top-notch, no comparison. The meal provided was interesting. We were hoping that there was a way to change our first night’s meal choice prior to our stay instead of the business defaulting to the traditional Japanese meal on the first night of our stay. After messaging on Expedia, they would not let us change the meal. Other than that, the service provided by the staff is second to none and we wouldn’t trade our stay with Biwako Hanakaido for anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful, well-run hotel makes you feel very special. We were greeted warmly on arrival, given peach tea and walked through the hotel’s spa protocol. Since they are currently doing work on parts of the spa (this was no problem, and there was no noise). The onsite onsen is absolutely beautiful— a deep pond in a (part) bamboo forest, relaxing and piping hot. The dinner and breakfast are extravagant, delicious, and gorgeously presented. The staff is so very kind and gracious. They go far out of their way to make you feel at home. We speak no Japanese except “good morning” and the staff spoke enough English to help us in every way. This was my first trip ever to Japan, let alone an onsen, and this hotel made it a delightful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024