The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Biwa in - 2026 Updated Prices

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A traditional Japanese house with a tiled roof, sliding doors, and a visible interior with a light source.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a built-in stove.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a small table with a plant, and wall-mounted lighting.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, a central island with a sink, and a view through large shoji screens.

1. 八百熊川 Yao-Kumagawa

24.5 km from Lake Biwa

Nicholas

6.255.749 ₫

6.881.324 ₫ total

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A modern building with a flat roof and a small porch, surrounded by a grassy area and trees, set against a backdrop of dense forest and hills.

A building with a sign reading "SANZA KUMAGAWA" in front of it.

A modern outdoor dining area with a fire pit, a table, and a chair.

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a potted plant.

2. 山座熊川 Sanza-Kumagawa

25.4 km from Lake Biwa

kazuya

5.663.971 ₫

6.230.368 ₫ total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern room with tatami mats, a wooden table, chairs, a TV, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with apples. A large window offers a view of the sea and distant hills.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A bathtub with a waterfall feature overlooking a body of water and mountains.

3. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

21.6 km from Lake Biwa

EUGENE

2.263.934 ₫

2.814.069 ₫ total

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a tree in the foreground.

A view from a window with a clear sky, a sign with Japanese characters, and a body of water in the background.

A kitchen with a large window, a fan, and a view of the sea.

A camping area with a tent, chairs, and a table near a body of water.

4. Pension Lakeside

14.8 km from Lake Biwa

Gerald

2.338.063 ₫

2.571.869 ₫ total

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a telephone, and a potted plant.

A tatami mat room with a futon bed, a shoji screen, and a small potted plant.

A wooden interior with a bench, large windows, and a view of the outside.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a tiled roof, and a signboard.

5. Guest House Mikata

19.6 km from Lake Biwa

Anonymous traveller

1.330.856 ₫

1.463.942 ₫ total

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A wooden hot tub with a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A traditional building with a large entrance and a covered porch area.

A hot tub with a wooden exterior and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of a cityscape, and a balcony with a railing.

6. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

28.1 km from Lake Biwa

Abeera

5.328.109 ₫

5.910.254 ₫ total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A wooden cabin room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window overlooking a body of water.

A room with two chairs and a small table, a window with a view of trees and a body of water.

A building with a large glass facade and a sloped roof, surrounded by a grassy field and trees.

7. Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel

18.9 km from Lake Biwa

JIHYUNG

2.688.598 ₫

2.957.458 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and a playground.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple windows, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern interior with a central staircase, wooden accents, and a reception area.

8. View Lodge Biwa

22.7 km from Lake Biwa

Leif

1.964.404 ₫

2.160.844 ₫ total

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern library cafe with a wooden bookshelf displaying books, a map on the wall, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A library cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a long counter with books, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

9. Comfort Hotel Hikone

16.1 km from Lake Biwa

Martha

1.210.934 ₫

1.332.027 ₫ total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of the sea and mountains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the sea, large windows, and a tiled floor.

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of the sea, tiled walls, and a ceiling with a skylight.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a modern ceiling design.

10. Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

14.6 km from Lake Biwa

Hiroshi

4.328.569 ₫

4.810.799 ₫ total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-story building with a sign reading "toyoko-inn.com" and "TOYOKO INN" in English and Japanese.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, dark wooden doors, and a bright ceiling light.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television displaying a mountainous landscape.

A cafeteria with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a vending machine.

11. Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

18.4 km from Lake Biwa

Toni

1.505.615 ₫

1.656.177 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass wall with signage, and an escalator.

A traditional Japanese building with a red and white exterior, surrounded by trees and illuminated lanterns.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

A modern building with a sign reading "VESSEL INN".

12. Vessel Inn Shiga Moriyama Station

27.5 km from Lake Biwa

Julie

1.394.353 ₫

1.687.235 ₫ total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A residential building with a gravel driveway and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.

A corridor with a carpeted floor, wooden walls, and a green exit sign.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a tablecloth, a television, and a vase with flowers.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a window, and a view of a garden.

13. Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

18.1 km from Lake Biwa

asuka

942.585 ₫

1.365.739 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with two single beds, a desk with a telephone, and a mirror.

A buffet line with various food items and condiments.

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade and a parking lot in front.

14. Hotel Route Inn Hikone

16.4 km from Lake Biwa

toshiharu

1.704.277 ₫

1.874.705 ₫ total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a ground-level entrance, balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A shelf with labeled packages of hair care products.

A reception area with a map display, seating, and a plant wall.

A swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and tiled floor, surrounded by benches and a glass wall.

15. Green Hotel Yes Nagahama Minatokan

18.9 km from Lake Biwa

Yu Hsing

2.222.530 ₫

2.444.832 ₫ total

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a small table, and a chair.

A reception desk with computers, a clock, and a first aid kit.

A plate of waffles with various toppings and sprinkles.

A multi-story building with numerous balconies, a flat facade, and a parking area in front.

16. Comfort Inn Omihachiman

18.3 km from Lake Biwa

Jeanette Marie

1.465.065 ₫

1.611.588 ₫ total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hot tub area with wooden flooring, bamboo screens, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a traditional Japanese-style interior, and a view of a garden.

A dimly lit hallway with a carpeted floor and wooden walls.

A hotel with illuminated windows, a visible entrance, and a sign with Japanese characters.

17. Green Hotel Yes Ohmi Hachiman

17.7 km from Lake Biwa

KENKA

2.655.439 ₫

2.920.983 ₫ total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A large hotel with a modern design, situated by a calm body of water reflecting the building and trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, tatami mats, and a traditional Japanese screen.

A seaside view with a table and chairs, a clear sky, and distant mountains.

18. Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

18.5 km from Lake Biwa

Xiu Hui

1.478.671 ₫

1.789.192 ₫ total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

The entrance of a hotel with a tiled floor and a modern ceiling design.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a long counter with a cushioned bench, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A lobby with patterned sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are decorative items on the coffee table, and a reception desk is visible in the background.

19. Hotel Sunroute Hikone

15.8 km from Lake Biwa

SHAN

1.398.071 ₫

1.537.878 ₫ total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A row of identical modular cabins with numbered doors, each with a small outdoor deck and a staircase leading to the deck.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a black service desk, a cash register, and a small wooden cabinet.

A row of four front-loading washing machines in a laundry room with wooden flooring and white walls.

20. HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi

17.3 km from Lake Biwa

Ryo

1.185.673 ₫

1.304.240 ₫ total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
八百熊川 Yao-Kumagawa	9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
山座熊川 Sanza-Kumagawa	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel	8.6 Excellent 313 reviews	View
Pension Lakeside	8.8 Excellent 8 reviews	View
Guest House Mikata	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View

Top Lake Biwa Hotel Reviews

Biwako Ryokusuitei

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent supper and breakfast"

moksa Rebirth Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely adored my stay here only wish it was longer. Nicely remote because I find the tourists in Kyoto quite overwhelming and the sauna was lovely. Breakfast was also amazing and they accommodated my allergies without stress."

Yumotokan

10/10 Excellent

"Real hot springs in this place . Close to kyoto and osaka , took train to visit these cities . Was great !"

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

10/10 Excellent

"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. Breakfast is good."

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay in this onsen style ryokan. Had a wonderful private onsen in our room, overlooking the river and the lake beyond. Can’t ask for a more perfect experience. Waking up early to soak in our private room onsen before dressing and heading down for the Japanese style breakfast included."

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet. Hot spring was also nuce to use it."

Other attractions near Lake Biwa

Shinasahi Fushamura Road Station

After visiting Shinasahi Fushamura Road Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Takashima. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.

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Tsukubusuma Shrine

After visiting Tsukubusuma Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagahama. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

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Hogon-ji Temple

After visiting Hogon-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagahama. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

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Chikubu Island

9.2/10 (11 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chikubu Island during your travels in Nagahama. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.

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Lake Biwa Children's Land

6.0/10 (1 review)

Bring the family to Lake Biwa Children's Land and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Takashima. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.

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Harie Shozu-no-sato

You can take time to visit Harie Shozu-no-sato during your travels to Takashima. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.

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Shinasahi Waterfowl Center

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Shinasahi Waterfowl Center during your trip to Takashima. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake Biwa, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This culturally rich area is known for its array of dining options. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Lake Biwa?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Biwa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Biwa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Lake Biwa.

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa hotels

1. 八百熊川 Yao-Kumagawa

2. 山座熊川 Sanza-Kumagawa

3. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

4. Pension Lakeside

5. Guest House Mikata

6. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

7. Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel

8. View Lodge Biwa

9. Comfort Hotel Hikone

10. Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

11. Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

12. Vessel Inn Shiga Moriyama Station

13. Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

14. Hotel Route Inn Hikone

15. Green Hotel Yes Nagahama Minatokan

16. Comfort Inn Omihachiman

17. Green Hotel Yes Ohmi Hachiman

18. Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

19. Hotel Sunroute Hikone

20. HOTEL R9 The Yard Higashiomi

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Top Lake Biwa Hotel Reviews

Biwako Ryokusuitei

moksa Rebirth Hotel

Yumotokan

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

Other attractions near Lake Biwa

Shinasahi Fushamura Road Station

Tsukubusuma Shrine

Hogon-ji Temple

Chikubu Island

Lake Biwa Children's Land

Harie Shozu-no-sato

Shinasahi Waterfowl Center

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