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Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5 star property
3.5-star spa ryokan near Saikyoji Temple

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Biwako Ryokusuitei

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Deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, reflexology
Point of interest
Biwa No Kaze Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby lounge
Aerial view

Overview of Biwako Ryokusuitei

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101
  • Popular LocationOgoto Onsen2 min walk
  • Popular LocationBiwako Valley Ski Resort15 min drive
  • Popular LocationEnryakuji Temple19 min drive
  • AirportOsaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)108 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

  • 366 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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

  • 581 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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

  • 538 sq ft
  • 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 | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

  • 366 sq ft
  • 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 | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

  • 861 sq ft
  • 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 | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

  • 538 sq ft
  • 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

  • 366 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Futons

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

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

  • 366 sq ft
  • 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 | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

  • 775 sq ft
  • 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 | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

  • 344 sq ft
  • 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

  • 538 sq ft
  • 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 comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Biwasumire Japanese Room Partial Lake View - Non-Smoking

Biwasumire Japanese Room Partial Lake View - Non-Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Biwasumire Japanese Room Partial Lake View - Non-Smoking

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Biwa no Kaze Japanese style 3 beds with open-a

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

Biwa no Kaze Japanese style 3 beds with open-a

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Huuga Japanese Western Style Room with Open Air Bath

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

Huuga Japanese Western Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Ao No Syou Deluxe Twin Room with Open Air Bath Non smoking

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

Ao No Syou Deluxe Twin Room with Open Air Bath Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Japanese Style Room Non smoking

Dining

Standard Japanese Style Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Huuga Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

View from property

Huuga Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Yuuga Japanese Style Room With Open Air Bath

Dining

Yuuga Japanese Style Room With Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Biwa No Kaze Japanese Western Style Room with Open Air Bath

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

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Western Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds and 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

Dining

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Biwa No Kaze Japanese Western Style Room with TV in Open Air Bath

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

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Western Style Room with TV in Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room Non smoking

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

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Manyo Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

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

Manyo Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Futons

Luxury Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

On lake.You'll find Saikyoji Temple and Ukimido within 3 miles (5 km) of this ryokan. Shozuiji Temple is within 3 miles (5 km) and Enryakuji Temple is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 2 min walk
  • Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji - 8 min drive
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 15 min drive
  • Enryakuji Temple - 19 min drive
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 17 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • 伊予製麺雄琴店 - 19 min walk
  • 麺屋聖〜kiyo〜 - 13 min walk
  • ガールズファンタジー - 5 min walk
  • プルプルネクステージ - 7 min walk
  • フォーナイン - 9 min walk

About this property

Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5-star spa ryokan near Saikyoji Temple
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.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Karaoke
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM–9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 2,200 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Spa tub

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

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

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
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.

Property payment types

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Biwako Ryokusuitei to the airport?

Biwako Ryokusuitei is 73.9 mi (108-min drive) away from the Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

As of Apr 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwako Ryokusuitei on May 24, 2024 start from $193.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Biwako Ryokusuitei.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Biwako Ryokusuitei, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei have a pool?

Biwako Ryokusuitei does not have a pool.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Biwako Ryokusuitei have a spa?

This ryokan doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Thai massages, facials, and reflexology.

How close is Biwako Ryokusuitei to downtown Otsu?

Biwako Ryokusuitei is 0.8 mi away from Otsu.

Biwako Ryokusuitei Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 306 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 306 reviews" "

9.0/10

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

Verified traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

fan fan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mirjam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at this Hotel was good. Here is for a more romantic getaway or relaxation. Activities around the area are a bit too far from this Hotel and transportation is limited if you don't know the area well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kar See

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

10/10 Excellent

brendan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first ryokan experience and we had an amazing time. The staff, rooms, amenities, and onsen were incredible. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizaveta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay if you want to experience staying in a Japanese ryokan with private onsen and kaiseki dinner. Only a short train journey from Kyoto. Customer service was absolutely amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023