View Lodge Biwa

"There is no toilet or bathroom in the room, only a washbasin. For Japanese people, it is very common to have such old family-style hostels without toilet and bathroom facilities in the room, but it will be very unusual for foreign tourists. To take a shower and go to the toilet, you have to go to the shared toilet outside the room. It is very inconvenient and scary to leave the room alone to go to the toilet in the middle of the night."

Koke Musu Inn

"A lovely place, unique. Very interesting decor. Well organised with a lot packed in to a small space. Bar and pool room, plus a dining area. Room was very well thought out, with everything needed. All was spotlessly clean and we were cooked a very tasty omi beef meal for dinner. The location was good and the owners extremely kind and helpful. An unusual and interesting hotel, well worth a visit. Highly recommended."

Ayaha Lakeside Hotel

"Shadian is very clean, has a view of Lake Bipa, and has a hot spring♨️. You can take a dip when you return to Shadian after playing all day. It is very comfortable. There is also free parking for the convenience of self-driving travelers."

Iza Oumimaiko

Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi

"A very clean and cozy ryokan. We visited the onsen with our family for the first time and loved it. They provide kimonos and all the necessary bath amenities. Dinner is included with your stay—a dozen different plates and bowls, all delicious, and breakfast is also traditional. There's a shuttle to the station, but we also walked to the hotel from the station to explore the area."

Holiday Afternoon

"I like it"

Ofuro Café New Biwako Hotel

"The location is along Route 1, so it's easy to find. However, the convenience store (Sebuile) is a little far on foot. You can go to the Ofuro Cafe next door from the hotel without having to go outside. Ofuro Cafe's popular play (Ohatsu) was really exciting. Recommended! The room is auto-locked and uses a card key, so the toilet and sink are outside the room (shared) so if you don't bring your card, you'll be locked out, so be careful! When I returned, the TV was turned off, which was quite annoying. Is it obvious? The rest is quiet and full. The breakfast was delicious with a wide variety of Japanese and Western options."

KKR Hotel Biwako

"The hotel is well located, right on the shores of Lake Biwa"

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse

"A bit far from the station, but the environment is good."

Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho

"Best: design, facilities, privacy Staying at Hotel Koo’s KOUJIYA was such a treat! The place is like a dream – elegant, cozy, and those designer furniture pieces are everything. The lighting? Super hygge, giving off the warmest vibes. This Machiya suite is a total surprise package. From the outside, it's low-key and so unassuming but inside, it's a luxury haven. The kitchen is a personal favorite, connected to the dining area where you can see the mini garden. Actually you can view the garden from the bedroom and bathroom too, thanks to some clever glass magic. Amazing design!! I think it’s perfect for couples/duo. It's not just a hotel; it feels like a real home, and the local vibe of the neighborhood is the cherry on top. Can't wait to be back and try out the other machiya suites."

APA Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

"Very close to the seta station and it worth the price."

Dantokan Kikunoya

"The facility is a little old, but the service and the staff were very friendly and I was very satisfied."