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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

Private Vacation Home (KAGIYA) | Exterior

1. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"The hiking above Mii Dera temple was amazing. A lot of hiking options for outdoor enthusiasts. The Mii Dera temple is also not crowded and a joy to stroll around 20 minutes walk from hotel koo. "
Canada
Derek
The price is NT$5,515
NT$6,066 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
Aerial view

2. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
2.9 km from Lake Biwa Canal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
The price is NT$2,110
NT$2,623 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Hot springs

3. Biwako Hotel

Biwako Hotel
4.0 star property
1 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (685 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay here."
Hong Kong SAR China
Ming Fai
The price is NT$4,571
NT$5,593 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Biwako Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast

4. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (660 reviews)
"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...
United States
Paul
The price is NT$1,749
NT$1,924 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
Pool

5. Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
0.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (46 reviews)
"Super kind host, "
Canada
Jonas
The price is NT$1,187
NT$1,437 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Beach

6. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal
The price is NT$3,467
NT$3,861 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae
[Shikkoku-Ma:203] Studio Comfort: Double bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, desk

7. Koke Musu inn

Koke Musu inn
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Very welcoming and very helpful. I loved my stay in Otsu!"
United Kingdom
Damian
The price is NT$2,239
NT$2,463 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Koke Musu inn
Japanese Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is NT$2,855
NT$3,140 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Rinn Niomon
Exterior

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

moksa Rebirth Hotel
4.5 star property
7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"This hotel is the perfect serene escape from the bustle of Kyoto city. The staff are incredible, all spoke English and were so helpful and really made us feel welcomed and cared for the whole time. The included drinks are delightful and we were able to sample the full tea selection as well as several alcoholic beverages even during our dinner- which I would also highly recommend booking!"
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is NT$5,365
NT$5,902 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
moksa Rebirth Hotel
Suite | WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

10. Yadoya Lodge

Yadoya Lodge
2.5 star property
7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was perfect. Thank you!"
United States
Bonnie
The price is NT$4,665
NT$5,131 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Yadoya Lodge
Queen Room with Shower, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

11. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"I give an excellent rating for every possible category!"
United States
Agnesa
The price is NT$1,759
NT$1,935 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
Exterior

12. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Best stay of our whole trip. Tons of room in the hotels and a beautifully displayed Kyoto style breakfast at a customized time each morning. Staff was always friendly and cordial. We will be looking forward to our next stay here when we are in the area again! 10/10 would highly recommend"
United States
Brandi
The price is NT$7,935
NT$8,728 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
Property entrance

13. Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel

Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel
2.0 star property
7 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Yun Li
The price is NT$2,250
NT$2,475 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel
View from property

14. Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (256 reviews)
"Traditional Japanese decor and away from the centre."
United Kingdom
JASPEL
The price is NT$3,918
NT$4,310 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Ryokan KANADE
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

15. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
6.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Great location rooms and staff"
United States
Roselyn
The price is NT$7,492
NT$9,477 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
Courtyard

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

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (472 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Spencer
The price is NT$3,231
NT$4,017 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Front of property

17. Higashiyama Hills

Higashiyama Hills
2.0 star property
7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Good location and clean rooms"
Australia
Bahadir
The price is NT$2,475
NT$2,723 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Higashiyama Hills
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

18. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"amazing location, amazing helpful staff, a beautiful room! cd players on the wall, ambient lighting, this was just the most amazing stay that I will definitely be returning to if I stay in Kyoto again!"
United States
Olivia
The price is NT$3,583
NT$3,941 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka
Property entrance

19. Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
2.5 star property
7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90 reviews)
"Small hotel but was very clean. Having washer inside the unit is a big help. Complete with kitchen. Good for smaller families or group."
Canada
Sherwin Paul Ducusin
The price is NT$1,383
NT$1,521 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
Courtyard

20. Eigetsu

Eigetsu
3.5 star property
7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Amazing house design and location!"
United States
Marta
The price is NT$3,881
NT$4,269 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Eigetsu
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Canal

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Private Vacation Home (KAGIYA) | Exterior
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
72 reviews
View
Aerial view
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
View
Hot springs
Biwako Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
685 reviews
View
Free daily buffet breakfast
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
3.0 star property
8.0
Very Good
660 reviews
View
Pool
Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
7.6
Good
46 reviews
View

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

8/10 Good
"Nous avons sélectionné cet hôtel pour son excellent emplacement et sur ce point nous avons étés très satisfaits. Le petit marché bio au RDC est intéressant; bar au RDC relié à un resto, pratique pour la fin de soirée. Notre famille de 4 a séjourné dans la chambre « Grande ». Lits confortables et grandeur de la chambre acceptable. Nous aurions par contre apprécié plus d’espace de rangement pour éviter de garder les valises ouvertes... De plus, il y a un store opaque sur la fenêtre, que nous ne pouvons pas ouvrir, ce qui donne l’impression qu’il n’y a pas de fenêtre. C’est très dommage qu’il n’y ait pas d’autre chambre à 4 qui ait une fenêtre ou un balcon car les autres chambres de cet hôtel semblent très agréables. De plus, de grandes vitres claires entourent la douche, ce qui est très peu pratique en contexte familial où l’intimité veut être préservée. Il y a des stores, mais ils sont ouverts à chaque jour avec le ménage. Par ailleurs, on nous propose un petit-déjeuner à 4400Yen par personne, ce que nous considérons hors norme."
Julie 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

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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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 24 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Lake Biwa Canal?
Biwako Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 4 restaurants and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Biwa Canal. Other good options within a few miles include Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel and Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku.
How many hotels will I find close to Lake Biwa Canal?
Expedia has 24 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?
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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 Biwako Hall, Gion Corner, and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre.