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Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5 star property

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Deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, reflexology
Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet
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Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101
  • Ogoto Onsen
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Enryakuji Temple
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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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

  • 54 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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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

  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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

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

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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

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

  • 80 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Twin Futons

View all photos for Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

  • 22 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Futons

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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

  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Futons

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

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

  • 72 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

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

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

  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

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

  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 3 Twin Futons

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

Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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

  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

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

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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About this property

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Lakefront ryokan with area shuttle service and spa services
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free ryokan. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, spa services, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
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.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. 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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Biwako Ryokusuitei. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ogoto Onsen. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free area shuttle.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Saikyoji Temple and a few minutes from Shozuiji Temple
  • Free local-area shuttle service
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Biwako Ryokusuitei. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Otsu ryokan is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Biwako Ryokusuitei has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM: JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Karaoke
  • Spa services

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Japanese garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath access
  • Facials
  • Indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Indoor public bath (no minerals)
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - Thai
  • Outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Outdoor public bath (no minerals)
  • Reflexology
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robe)

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 89
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 109
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Genkan (entrance)
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV
  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Kaiseki meal

More

  • Children's slippers
  • Desk
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 397 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lemual, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yu, San Francisco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Biwako Ryokusuite was a great experience. Has beautiful public onsen and amazing food. The private bath faces the east with a great sunrise experience. Getting there is easy from Kyoto station, I transferred to a local train from the Shinkansen. The resort has a shuttle that will pick up your luggage if you are early or pick you up if you are on time for checkin. If you are early, I recommend walking from the station to the resort, beautiful temple on the way. Staff were extremely friendly, and most drinks and snacks are all inclusive. Highly recommend to get the Kaiseki dinner while you are there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Callum

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
We stayed at Biwako Ryokusuitei for two nights, and it was one of the most disappointing onsen hotel experiences we've had in Japan. Having visited over a dozen times, we had high expectations, especially for the kaiseki dinner. Unfortunately, the food and service were big letdowns. The omi beef, which was heavily advertised, was a huge disappointment. The shabu shabu was overly fatty and oily, and the steak was a poor cut. Many dishes seemed pre-prepared due to the hotel’s size—sashimi was served frozen, hot dishes arrived cold, and the tempura was soggy. Breakfast was also subpar. The "grill your own fish/seafood" experience sounded fun, but the seafood didn’t taste fresh. We suspected that leftovers from breakfast were reused in the kaiseki dinner, leading to repetitive meals, which was very disappointing. Service, particularly during the first night’s dinner, was also problematic. Our server was clearly sick, coughing behind his mask throughout the meal, which made us uncomfortable. The meal felt rushed, and he even served rice with his thumb in the bowl, which was off-putting and unhygienic. Additionally, roadworks in front of the hotel created a noisy and dusty environment, making it hard to relax. While the views of Lake Biwa were beautiful, the food, rushed service, and disturbance from the roadworks ruined the experience. We would not recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diem Trang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simeon, Ashtead

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viktoriia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view from our room. We thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor bath. Buffet breakfast was amazing with a large variety of options. We stayed there for 2 nights and had two different kaiseki meals. We also loved how easy it was to get here from Kyoto station.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't want to leave. Stayed for two nights and wished we had booked for longer. Amazing hospitality and amenities, we had a room with a private bath on the balcony. Kaiseki dinners were fabulous albeit slightly confusing with our minimal Japanese language skills, but the staff went out of their way to explain and help us have a great meal. Breakfasts were also good, and the shuttle bus to and from the train station was much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Imogen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing facilities and the staff cannot do enough for you, plus the breakfast buffet is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location, the dinner kaiseki set was delicious but a little bit expensive. It seems like a lot of locals were fishing at the lake right behind the hotel, so if you fish I'd recommend that you try
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Japanese hospitality at its best
From the moment of pickup at the Ogoto Onsen station and dropoff, the service was flawless! Check-in is completed while seated in the lobby (rather than standing in queue) and many of the staff speak multiple languages. While the venue is slightly older, it is beautifully maintained and spotless. The 24 component kaiseki dinner is delicious and cheap considering the variety, gorgeous presentation and flavors. N.B. The kaiseki menu is only available in Japanese and even though I'm bilingual, I had a hard time explaining it for my fellow travellers. Google translator was also perplexed... If you have food restrictions or allergies, kaiseki is NOT for you! The breakfast buffet has lots of variety but some may find the smell of fish quite strong since it's grilled at the table. The onsen was recently renovated and now has new dry barrel sauna with great views. Benefit: it's open 24 hours so I was able to enjoy a private experience multiple times throughout the stay (N.B. the barrel sauna closes at midnight). The staff go out of their way to ensure everyone's comfort even when dealing with cultural differences, language barriers, multiple (sometimes unreasonable) and demands from international (and local) guests. #impressed While there are pricier and more traditional ryokans in Japan, we had a fabulously relaxing time at the Biwako Ryokusuitei and wish we could of stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mansel

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They provide shuttle bus at the train station. Look for a telephone station near the station exit of the train station. The hotel is very clean and stuff are friendly, and some of them speak English pretty well. Place is relaxing with many facilities, and food is very good. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wong

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and onsen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023