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Biwako Ryokusuitei

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $180
$162 nightly
$180 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14

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6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101
  • Place, Ogoto Onsen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Biwako Quasi-National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Manyo Japanese Style Room With Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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Huuga Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Biwa No Kaze Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, Bathtub, Partial Lake View (Tsukiyomi Japanese Twin Room) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room, Bathtub, Partial Lake View (Tsukiyomi Japanese Twin Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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AO No SYOU Deluxe Twin Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

AO No SYOU Deluxe Twin Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Fuga Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Cypress Bath - Non-Smoking

  • Lake view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Yuuga Japanese Style Room with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Yuuga Japanese Style Room with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Fuga Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | View from room

Fuga Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Yuuga Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Semi-Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Yuuga Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Semi-Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Koyu Premier Suite with Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

Koyu Premier Suite with Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Koyu Premier Suite with Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

  • Lake view
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Triple Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Triple Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Triple Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

  • Lake view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Twin Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Twin Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Manyo Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

Manyo Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Manyo Japanese Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

With a stay at Biwako Ryokusuitei in Otsu (Ogoto), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Saikyoji Temple and 7 minutes from Shozuiji Temple. .This spa ryokan is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ukimido and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Enryakuji Temple.

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 29 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 33 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 35 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 18 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪スシロー 大津堅田店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪中華そば 殿 雄琴店 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪麺屋 聖〜kiyo〜 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪麺屋昊鶏 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪魚屋 いせやん - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Biwako Ryokusuitei offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and children's slippers. This Otsu ryokan provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the ryokan include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the ryokan's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals), an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen), and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours. There are 2 indoor hot springs and 2 outdoor hot springs open between midnight and 11:30 PM. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 78°F.

Make yourself at home in one of the 70 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including hot springs, a hot tub, and karaoke. This ryokan also features complimentary wireless internet access and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the ryokan's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily (reservations required).
Biwako Ryokusuitei has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of JPY 5,500; reservation required
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Karaoke
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 indoor hot springs
  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • 2 outdoor hot springs
  • 24-hour public bath
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from midnight - 11:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 78 ºF
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Reflexology
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Thai massages
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Genkan (entryway)
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not 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 12 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 5500

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

Hot springs access available from midnight to 11:30 PM
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the onsite public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in

Property is also known as

Biwako Ryokusuitei
Biwako Ryokusuitei Inn
Biwako Ryokusuitei Inn Otsu
Biwako Ryokusuitei Otsu
Biwako Ryokusuitei Otsu
Biwako Ryokusuitei Ryokan
Biwako Ryokusuitei Ryokan Otsu

Biwako Ryokusuitei Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 581 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 581 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 581 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 581 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 581 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was me and my friend’s first time at a ryokan and this one was amazing! It surpassed our expectations from the onsen, breakfast, amenities in the room, even the massage we booked last minute was great.
Main lobby lounge
Breakfast buffet
Foot bath area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lim Wai Ho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful room and view,staff are friendly，the food is also delicious! The onsen is a bit small but still prefect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, excellent service and fabulous onset. Highly recommend the resort for a truly traditional Japanese experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lusi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, great hospitality, very recomended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Collin KY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staffs were nice n friendly, given us a little tour for the hotel. the meals were delicious, with omi beef shabu shabu at dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amenities and staff were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LORETTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Very relaxing and dinner on both nights left us very full Nice walk outside tho small town Our main goal was to relax and have good food with family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy Ka Huen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice onsen experience! Descent dinner and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hector Alejandro Mandujano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very attentive and kind, the shuttle was very convenient to go from and to the the train station, the food was amazing and the views and facilities were gorgeous, will definitely come again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very well onsen resort. The food were good, nicely presented. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mollie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and very helpful. We appreciated the shuttle back and forth from Ogotoonsen Station. We had the most relaxing room with a beautiful view of Lake Biwa. We very much enjoyed the breakfast and happy hour.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing! From the free shuttle that picks you up at the train station, to the amazing food and customer service from all staff, I would definitely try to make it back here.
Amazing view from our room
Lovely Kaiseki Style Dinner
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch staff and a very peaceful environment. The shabu shabu dinner was special and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YueMin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service is super good. Food is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulises

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful with any of my inquiries. The overall ambiance of this hotel was extremely calming. I would highly recommend anyone to book this place if you need to destress. Breakfast was also very delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

on yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Biwako Ryokusuitei was absolutely stunning in every way. The scenery was beautiful, the room in which I stayed was spacious, comfortable, and beautiful with a splendid view. And the staff was was incredibly kind and went out of their way to ensure our stay was as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. I cannot recommend this hotel enough. It was a perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

On Lam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and outstanding customer services. The wellness area was soothing and relaxing. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keone

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was fantastic and we enjoyed the onsen experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherlock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size and clean room. Balcony have a view of the lake, we had the onsen on the balcony which was a plus. There is a small weather proof tv if you are soaking. The staff are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great onsen, great service and dinning option
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private onsen on the balcony with the lake view has been a wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly relaxing stay with friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely come back to this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mansel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing stay - a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023