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10/10 Excellent
Brett
2026/2/23
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Brett
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA
Property class: 1
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Located near Lake Biwa, Youth Hostel Wanihama Seinen Kaikan provides a quiet getaway with beautiful gardens and vibrant bars nearby. Guests appreciate the self-parking option, can relax in the lobby with television, and have access to convenient vending machines for quick snacks.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Bar
The current price is NT$1,743
NT$1,743
NT$1,917 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Room options
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Showing 5 of 5 rooms
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Twin Room
- 151 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View
- Lake view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 4 Twin Futons
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Japanese-style Villa
- Beach view
- 258 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 5
- 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
Japanese-style Room
- 237 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 6 Twin Futons
Economy Single Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood
Located in Otsu, Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA is in a national park and near the beach. Sagawa Art Museum and Lake Biwa Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pieri Moriyama Mall and Aeon Mall Kusatsu. Isomeshi's Garden and Hotaru Planetarium are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding. Visit our Otsu travel guide
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403 Waniminamihama, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0523
What's nearby
Biwako Quasi-National Park1 min walk - 0.0 km
Biwako Valley Ski Resort8 min drive - 6.3 km
Kiyomizu Temple41 min drive - 34.0 km
Kawaramachi Street44 min drive - 35.9 km- Ogoto Onsen14 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
- Ogotoonsen station16 min drive
- Itami Airport (ITM)73 min drive
Restaurants
- マクドナルド びわ湖 大橋店6 min drive
- 天下一品 堅田店 (Tenkaippin)6 min drive
- 麺屋こころ12 min drive
- 四季三食3 min drive
- くら寿司 堅田店6 min drive
About this property
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA
Hostel near Lake Biwa
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA provides amenities like a garden and a bar. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
- Free self parking
- A vending machine and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA feature comforts such as air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
- Heating and fans
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- A bar/lounge
Things to do
- TV in common areas
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Vending machine
Outdoors
- Direct access to the beach
- Garden
- In a national park
More
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
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 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
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
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
Property is also known as
Youth Hostel Wanihama seinen kaikan Otsu
Frequently asked questions
Is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?
As of 2026/4/12, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA on 2026/4/27 start from NT$1,743, 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?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM–10:00 PM for a fee.
What time is check-out at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Otsu hostel is in a national park, steps from Biwako Quasi-National Park, and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Biwa. Roadside Station Biwako Ohashi Kome Plaza is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Reviews
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Amenities
10
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hui en
2026/2/22
Hui en
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
2020/2/23
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020