Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA

1.0 star property
Beach hostel near Lake Biwa

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Front of property
Coffee shop
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Lake

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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403 Waniminamihama, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0523
  • Place, Biwako Quasi-National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Biwako Valley
  • Place, Biwako Valley Ski Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Japanese-style Quadruple Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Lake view

Japanese-style Villa

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Beach view

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

Steps from the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Biwako Quasi-National Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Biwa with a stay here. Manohama Beach and Kanda Shrine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Ogoto Onsen - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 41 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 46 min drive - 22.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 16 min drive
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪マクドナルド びわ湖大橋店 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪麺屋こころ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪くら寿司 堅田店 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪天下一品 堅田店 (Tenkaippin) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪四季三食 - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA

Beach hostel near Lake Biwa
As a guest of Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and a television in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA also features a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Otsu hostel.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA offers 2 accommodations with air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM

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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and JCB International.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Youth Hostel Wanihama seinen kaikan Otsu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA to the airport?

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA is 49 mi (73-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA.

How close is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA to the beach?

This hostel is 2.5 mi (10-min drive) from Manohama Beach.

Does Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA offer free breakfast?

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA have a pool?

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA does not have a pool.

Does Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA to downtown Otsu?

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA is 4.7 mi away from Otsu.

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA Reviews

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Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

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Amenities

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Property conditions & facilities

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