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Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA

1.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful gardens and a welcoming lobby with TV at this Lake Biwa retreat where relaxation comes naturally in scenic surroundings

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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Japanese-style Quadruple Room

Japanese-style Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View

Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese-style Villa

Japanese-style Villa

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • Beach view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Located in Otsu, Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA is in a national park and near the beach. Sagawa Art Museum and Cultural Assets Center are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pieri Moriyama Mall and Aeon Mall Kusatsu. Meccha Sawareru Zoo and Hotaru Planetarium are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including snowboarding and skiing. Visit our Otsu travel guide
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Map
403 Waniminamihama, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0523

What's nearby

  • Ishiyamadera Temple featuring heritage elements and signage
    Biwako Quasi-National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Otsu_Biwako Valley Ski Resort_553248621532772473_3
    Biwako Valley Ski Resort
    8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
    Kiyomizu Temple
    41 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
    Fushimi Inari Shrine
    42 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    46 min drive - 36.6 km

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station
    16 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • マクドナルド びわ湖大橋店
    6 min drive
  • 麺屋こころ
    12 min drive
  • くら寿司 堅田店
    6 min drive
  • 天下一品 堅田店 (Tenkaippin)
    6 min drive
  • 四季三食
    3 min drive

About this property

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA

Hostel near Lake Biwa
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside 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~Lakiside 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

  • 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~Lakiside BIWA pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside 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~Lakiside BIWA?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside 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. Manohama Beach and Kanda Shrine are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

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