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Biwako Hanakaido

Shiga · Japan

1-1-3 OgotoView location

9.4/10Excellent279 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood8.2/108.2
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About Biwako Hanakaido

The establishment comprises 43 cosy accomodation units. In addition, Wi-Fi access is offered at the establishment's common spaces. All guests staying at this property may contact the reception desk any time during the day. Everyone staying at this accommodation may completely unwind at the health and wellness facilities.

Biwako Hanakaido may charge a fee for some services.

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Biwako Hanakaido is in the heart of Otsu, within a 10-minute walk of Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa. This hotel is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Fushimi Inari Shrine and 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.

Make yourself at home in one of the 43 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Spa
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available Unicode Support true Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    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.

  • You need to know
    • 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.
    • Contactless check-in is available.
    • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property's outdoor and indoor mineral hot springs will be under renovation from May 7, 2024 to July 31, 2024. The outdoor and indoor mineral hot springs will be available for women 3-5 PM, 8-10 PM, 6-8 AM and for men 5:30-7:30 PM, 10:30 PM-12:30 AM, 8:30-10:30 AM during this time.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Room rates do not include extra bedding or half board meals for children age 1-5. Meal surcharges apply.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2500 for adults and JPY 2000 for children
    • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Japanese

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

Nearby attractions

Ogoto Onsen 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Lake Biwa 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji 6 km / 3.7 mi
Biwako Otsukan 7.8 km / 4.9 mi
Pieri Moriyama Mall 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Sagawa Art Museum 8.9 km / 5.6 mi
Lake Biwa Canal 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
Otsu Port 9.9 km / 6.2 mi
Mii-dera 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Biwako Hall 11 km / 6.8 mi
Lake Biwa Museum 14.5 km / 9 mi
Aeon Mall Kusatsu 14.9 km / 9.2 mi
Enryakuji Temple 15.2 km / 9.4 mi
Biwako Valley Ski Resort 15.5 km / 9.6 mi
Mount Hiei 17.1 km / 10.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 43
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • ShopExtra charge
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  • Garden
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Library
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant: 2
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Banquet hall
  • Meeting room
  • Sauna
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Spa centreExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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HB

Half Board

Usually includes breakfast and one additional meal.

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • Room NON SMOKINGRoom • NON SMOKINGROO.NM

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  • QUADRUPLE SUPERIORQUADRUPLE • SUPERIORQUA.SU

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    QUADRUPLE SUPERIOR

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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: QUA.SU

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  • TWIN NON SMOKINGTWIN • NON SMOKINGTWN.NM

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    TWIN NON SMOKING

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST

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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    Room code: TPL.ST

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  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARDJSU.ST

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    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

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  • Room LAKE VIEWRoom • LAKE VIEWROO.LK

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    LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: ROO.LK

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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  • SUITE DELUXE PREMIUMSUITE • DELUXE PREMIUMSUI.DX-PI

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    SUITE DELUXE PREMIUM

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    DELUXE PREMIUM

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    Room code: SUI.DX-PI

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • TWIN LAKE VIEWTWIN • LAKE VIEWTWN.LK

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    TWIN LAKE VIEW

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    LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: TWN.LK

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  • Room SUPERIORRoom • SUPERIORROO.SU

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    Room SUPERIOR

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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: ROO.SU

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  • TWIN DELUXE LAKE VIEWTWIN • DELUXE LAKE VIEWTWN.DX-LK

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    TWIN DELUXE LAKE VIEW

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    DELUXE LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: TWN.DX-LK

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • Room JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSRoom • JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWSROO.JE-WV

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    Room JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

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    JAPANESE ROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: ROO.JE-WV

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  • Double or Twin JAPANESE ROOMDouble or Twin • JAPANESE ROOMDBT.JE

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    Double or Twin JAPANESE ROOM

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    Room code: DBT.JE

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  • TWIN PREMIUM WITH VIEWSTWIN • PREMIUM WITH VIEWSTWN.PI-WV

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    TWIN PREMIUM WITH VIEWS

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    PREMIUM WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: TWN.PI-WV

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  • Room PREMIUM WITH VIEWSRoom • PREMIUM WITH VIEWSROO.PI-WV

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    Room PREMIUM WITH VIEWS

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    PREMIUM WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: ROO.PI-WV

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  • Room DELUXE LAKE VIEWRoom • DELUXE LAKE VIEWROO.DX-LK

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    Room DELUXE LAKE VIEW

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    DELUXE LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: ROO.DX-LK

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  • Room JAPANESE ROOMRoom • JAPANESE ROOMROO.JE

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    Room JAPANESE ROOM

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    JAPANESE ROOM

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    Room code: ROO.JE

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Biwako Hanakaido

9.4
Excellent
279 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.2 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2026
Alex
The staff were very accomodating and communicative. They truly seemed to care that we understood everything about our stay, especially as foreigners who are here to learn.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2026
Karisa
Only stayed for 1 day. Not sure if there were sops nearby. The view was a beautiful lake view
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2026
Norman
Great service from the staff right from the lobby and throughout our stay. The room is very spacious, comfortable and the in room Onsen is fantastic
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
HOK
Amazing
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
maria
2nd stay and still consistent with delicious food, friendly staff, calm and relaxing environment perfect for quiet getaway. Will come back again!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Marlon
Balcony was great and entire room was super clean, great staff as well.
8/10
Excellent
29 Nov 2025
Alice
Most memorable stay of our trip. There’s a shuttle service from the station which was very helpful and makes commute easy. All the staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. The private onsen in the room was lovely. Kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast were excellent. We had a very lovely stay here and would highly recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Lon Lee
This charming onsen hotel by Lake Biwako offers a spacious, pristine room with an open-air onsen bath. Both dinner and breakfast were delectable. The staff were friendly and attentive, making our stay truly unforgettable.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2025
Andrew
The stay here was wonderful. The staff were amazing, the dining experience was perfect. Would recommend for anyone that wants a quiet onsen off the main travel path.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Renato
Great Ryokan - impecable
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2025
Tamela
Loved having a drawer of kimonos to choose from to wear for our stay! The room was wonderful and we saw the beautiful sunrise from our bed. It was really a special experience. The private bath on our balcony was so nice and relaxing. The staff is super, very well trained and attentive. They make you feel special from the moment you walk in with a snack and a drink. We purchased some quality souvenirs from the gift shop. The half board is a grand experience. The onsens are unforgettable. I went early and had the whole place to myself.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2024
CHAN THONG
amazing
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Ivan

Epitome of relaxation. The perfect ryokan

We stayed for just one night to expierence the best this ryokan had to offer and man did it exceed all our expectations. To truly know, book one of their 4 suites. The #500 rooms. Massive rooms with authentic tatami mats, personal and private onsen that is open air facing the beautiful lake, out of this world seasonal dinner/breakfast course. The area is secluded enough to be quiet but not far from the local town. Cute and quaint souvenir shop. Oh and the bidet toilet is the best we've ever seen. Lastly, the staff is extremely accommodating, friendly, and helpful. They know english very well too. They have a shuttle that does pick up and drop off from Ogotoonsen Station so skip the taxi and call the resort when you get there. If you have cell service there is a free cell phone that you can use to call the resort. Theres also a guide of numbers for all the resorts in the area. To wrap up, book a night at this ryokan you will not regret treating yourself to a time of lavish luxury.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
Asher
everything was amazing from the room, to the onsen, the food, the staff and the service. there is a free mobile phone in ogoto onsen station which you can use to call the different onsen hotels nearby and they will send a shuttle to come pick you up :)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2024
Nicholas
This Onsen was incredible. The staff was very polite and helpful. The rooms were spacious and traditional, a had yukata for us to wear around the hotel. We had a private bath that was beautiful and very relaxing. The meal they prepared for us was very elegant and delicious. Beware that it is very seafood heavy (my wife isn’t a huge seafood fan). There is a bit of a language barrier, but it didn’t keep us from communicating (google translate helped a few times). Overall a great experience in a less crowded and beautiful area of Kyoto that was fairly easy to access
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2024
Makana
Biwako Hanakaido was/is amazing. The staff are very friendly and service is top tier. I really can’t say much about this place other than it was amazing. I would do it again on my next trip. The dinner set was amazing and so was the breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Amelia
The beef sashimi was the BEST thing we had our entire time in Japan. The traditional food were also very good while still having options for those who wanted more modern meals
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
Alejandro
The staff was extremely friendly, and they were also professional and clear about the guidelines for the onsen and dinner expectations. The food was incredible, the private bath was soothing. And the area is wonderful. Lake Biwa is a special place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2024
Teddy
Top notch ryokan, highly recommended.
Stayed in a Japanese style room, including 2 meals per day, and with shuttle service from the ryokan to the train station.
Includes an onsen and massage service as well.
The room was very spacious, clean and comfortable.
The meals delicious.
The staff extremely friendly and helpful.
Very nice experience while in Kyoto.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2024
Alexander
The staff and private onsen were top-notch, no comparison. The meal provided was interesting. We were hoping that there was a way to change our first night’s meal choice prior to our stay instead of the business defaulting to the traditional Japanese meal on the first night of our stay. After messaging on Expedia, they would not let us change the meal. Other than that, the service provided by the staff is second to none and we wouldn’t trade our stay with Biwako Hanakaido for anything.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2024
Claire
This beautiful, well-run hotel makes you feel very special. We were greeted warmly on arrival, given peach tea and walked through the hotel’s spa protocol. Since they are currently doing work on parts of the spa (this was no problem, and there was no noise).

The onsite onsen is absolutely beautiful— a deep pond in a (part) bamboo forest, relaxing and piping hot.

The dinner and breakfast are extravagant, delicious, and gorgeously presented.

The staff is so very kind and gracious. They go far out of their way to make you feel at home. We speak no Japanese except “good morning” and the staff spoke enough English to help us in every way.

This was my first trip ever to Japan, let alone an onsen, and this hotel made it a delightful experience!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2024
Anna
The shuttle to pickup/drop off to and from Ogoto Onsen Station was great; otherwise, it would be a 10 minutes walk with luggage! Our tatami room was very traditional and offered a great view of the lake. Only downside is no blackout curtain so the room is nice and BRIGHT at 6 o'clock in the morning! The 10-course (I think) dinner was interesting and filling; it took us 2 1/2 hours to finish. One note though, the massage was not very pleasant but then again, the appointment was 10pm so I wasn't expecting a great masseuse at that time. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2024
Baoying
This is a small onsen ryokan with limited amenities, compared to other ones we stayed before. The front desk staffs are very friendly and professional. The check in process was amazing! We were seated at the cafe enjoying tea and sweets while the staff explained the info to us. We were staying in the Nakagawa special room on the premium floor. Although the room is a bit small, the Nakagawa wooden furnitures/decorations are so unique and beautiful. The room has an open air onsen bath so we don’t have to go to the public one. However, the view is quite far from the lake and it’s not much to see. We had our dinners at the Japanese private dinning room overlooking the beautiful zen garden. Food was good and service was amazing. The lobby cafe offers really tasty cakes, which it’s a must-have. We also tried the massage, which was surprisingly good! Overall, We had a very good time staying in this onsen Ryokan.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2024
Chen-Wei
Hotel is nice and clean.

Two included meals are authentic and delicious, and they provided different sets (both breakfast and dinner) in our two days stay.

Service is outstanding. All their staffs are kind, patient, and get problems solved. I couldn’t find better service anywhere else.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2024
Benjamin
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Everything was very comfortable and food was delicious. Baths are very nice and view of the lake is lovely. Would do again in the future
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Mar 2024
Peter
Beautiful garden by restaurant
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2024
Hien
We loved the Japanese authenic culture and service from time of arrival to room decoration. Best of all the yukata , dinning a d breakfasts with authentic Japanese dishes.

The staff and hospitality are exceptional!!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2024
Jae
Warm welcoming and great staffs
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2023
Jillian

One night in Western style room

The staff were lovely. We paid for private onsen with a massage after, highly recommend.
Dinner was fun and tasty, beautiful presentation.
Views from the room were stunning, the open air bath photos are a bit misleading, it's VERY small and deep so no view can be appreciated from the tub.
The bed was ok, certainly more comfortable than a mat (I presume) but the pillows were atrocious, I suppose they are traditional with the buckwheat filling but made for a rough sleep.
Loved hanging out in the robes and was a great last night in Japan for my partner and I
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2023
Yichun
Wonderful meals and Owen
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2023
TIANYIN
The in-door hot spring is absolutely 10 out of 10.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2023
Esther
Very friendly staff! Was a happy stay!
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2022
Teresa
Staff was very helpful
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
It is a beautiful resort, with an aged but quaint look and feel. There is a private spa which can be booked so your group of friends can share a bath. Food is very exquisite, and traditional Japanese ryokan style.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2019
Olivia

Nice stay

Great stay, staff was extremely friendly. The place itself is dated but they are renovating. Highly recommend the private onsen
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2018
Tzu-Chi

Excellent service!!

Top service and room facilities for an Onsen hotel. The breakfast and dinner were delicious. We tried both of their private and public Onsen and they were both good. The hotel even ring me from Japan to confirm my arrival time at the train station so they can arrange a shuttle bus for pickup.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2018
Verified traveler

Love this place!

It was amazing! It was my first time at a ryokan and it was better than anything I have ever imagined. Attentative staff, tons of services (karaoke included) and just the perfect atmosphere. Can't wait to come back!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2018
Cheok Kuan

Quiet location and good service

We were on the way from Kansai to Kanazawa and spent a night in this hotel. It is in a quiet location with good setting. Plenty of parking space.

The staffs are very welcoming. The room is clean and spotless. There are two public bath areas which are swapped for men and ladies everyday so we can have a feel in both areas.

The breakfast and dinner are good and satisfying. Would recommend this hotel when traveling in this area.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Nov 2018
Verified traveler

A mix of highs and lows

The staff was so kind and spoke amazing English. Our traditional room had a great view of the lake and an open air bath. Honestly I found the floor mat beds to be uncomfortable. The yukata was a cool experience though.

The Onsen baths were nice, though we struggled a bit to fully relax because it there are a lot of rules and customs involved, like washing yourself beforehand in the little stalls, where to put your towel, etc. Even though we read up a bunch, it was still a bit stressful to make sure we weren’t doing anything wrong. The hot springs water is so hot you can’t really stay long. We did enjoy a private bath in the late evening before going to bed. Perhaps starting in the private bath would’ve helped us feel more at ease in the public.

I’m a bit surprised so many people have said the food was amazing. While beautifully presented, the Kaiseki meal was so far out of our Western palate comfort zone, we honestly could barely eat half of it. And we were so afraid to be rude by not eating the meal, so it was again quite stressful. I had selected the Omi beef meal option because my husband doesn’t really like fish. I didn’t realize that the rest of the courses would be fish. We probably should have told them before, but we didn’t know. We skipped breakfast because we were so scared off by the dinner. If you’re not adventurous, I would recommend skipping the Kaiseki meal and eating at the other restaurant that is more western-friendly. Or maybe worry less than we did.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2018
Verified traveler

Great place

The staff are friendly and sincere
Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
Ichiban great! Japanese respectfully...
Love it!
Thank y
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2018
Jennie
Very nice ryokan with great service. The omi beef meal is very good. We really enjoy the stay there.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2018
Verified traveler
Relaxing experience. Very friendly staff. Lake views.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2018
Verified traveler

Amazing.

Loved!! Beautiful ryokan with amazing food. We were very impressed with the 10 course dinner. Daughter has food allergies and ryokan was able to totally accommodate her. Room is a traditional Japanese room.Onsens were gorgeous. After our dinner we used one of their karaoke rooms. The staff speak beautiful English. Hotel picked us up from the train station and served us tea upon our arrival. Lovely Japanese breakfast.
Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Jul 2018
Mr.Yong

Traditional Ryokan

Traditional room giving a feel of Japanese ryokan living. Food amazing not all to our western tastes but beautifully presented. Free use of hot spa baths
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2018
Verified traveler

Amazing, caring and friendly staff

My wife and I loved our one night stay here. The dinner was fabulous and the onsen bath was amazing. (Definitely reserve time in the private onsen)! At least, everything was great until 2AM, when my wife unfortunately developed an urgent medical issue. This was in no way the fault of the hotel, just a random thing that happened, but they went above and beyond to take care of us. I had to wake some people up in the night, but they did what they could to help until it was clear that we needed to visit an ER, and they then helped us get to the hospital in Otsu. Everything turned out ok, but we are grateful to the staff for treating us as more than just guests. Not sure when we will come back to Japan next, but we will definitely try to include another stop here.
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2018
Jasmine

An experience of a lifetime

It was a wonderful experience for both my husband and I as we were on our honeymoon. We were greeted with polite and helpful staff. We had wonderful dinner and breakfast meals and was explained on the ingredients in our food. It was amazing to experience the Onsen and it was nicely equipped. We took the room with an open air bathroom and it was wonderful to gaze at the night stars and sakura blooms while soaking I'm a hot wooden bathtub. The futons and pillows enabled us to have a good dreamless sleep that we haven't had in a long while. It was a wonderful place to be for a honeymoon
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2017
Mei

Highly Recommended

This place is divine. An unforgetable experience for me and my family. The room is very clean and the staff members are all nice and friendly. The food was amazing. Everything in here is highly recommended.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2017
Verified traveler

Amazing Japanese experience

I loved it. A very traditional Japanese experience on a gorgeous lake. The staff was amazing and the food was great.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2017
Doug

Top One Percent

We are retired age Americans traveling by ourselves staying in a Japanese Hotel. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel welcome. Any time we were uncertain of local custom or best practice, the staff was there to assist. As several had studied in the US, they definitely had sufficient English for us. By day 2 the staff was greeting us with Mr & Mrs J... At the end of our stay, the staff posed for pictures with us.

The food was outstanding -- best we've had in any of over a dozen hotels we've visited in Japan -- and if we knew any of the names, we would pass then along. Our room was large and comfortable and included a private onsen style bath and views of cherry blossoms and Lake Biwa.

We used this hotel for 10 nights as a base from which to explore Kyoto. The quiet property was a 20 minute walk from the train station [they will take you by shuttle bus if you prefer] plus a 20 minute train ride [runs every 15 minutes]. There is also one really good temple with excellent cherry blossoms nearby in Otsu.

Now, we are at a different hotel on the other side of Kyoto. In this new place we feel like we are processed in and out by number [236 if you must know].



8/10
Excellent
25 Nov 2016
Stephen

nice onsen getaway. food is so-so

everything was good except maybe the food. the food could have been better, but i guess you are going there for the onsen. also the waiter that served us the food had a little body order which added to the experience negatively. but overall the onsen is very nice and the service is excellent.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2015
Vincent

weekend in Kyoto

the commute to Kyoto by train is easy. the staff is good. the choice for breakfast is limited (mainly Japanese).
highly recommend the place.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
MASUMI
心のこもったおもてなしをしていただき、とても気持ちよく滞在させていただきました。
温泉も気持ちよく、お料理もおいしく、大満足です。
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
里美
料理の味が良く、メニューも量もちょうど良かった。
特に朝食はメニュー豊富で満足でした。
ホテルの規模も大きすぎない所が好きなので、館内で過ごしやすかったです。
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Michitsugu
全てのおいて、大変満足です。
スタッフも大変丁寧で優しかったです。
Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2026
Wing Cheong
已經係第二次去雄琴溫泉,花街道第一次住,今次住5/F 附半露天溫泉房,房間冷怎機嘈音較大,裝修亦破舊,晚餐、早餐盥與湯XX比較算係失色……感覺付出與期望有頗大落差……
唯一讚賞:酒店服務員親切!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Sadaaki
料理が抜群に美味しい。使っている米から違うことが分かります。料理長の腕がよいと思います。他の温泉宿とは全然違うと思いました。
8/10
Excellent
01 May 2026
kazushi
浴衣が加齢臭があり交換してもらった。
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2026
Majlis
Perinteinen japanilainen kylpylähotelli, jossa voit hypätä mukaan japanilaiseen kulttuuriin. Palvelu loistavaa, ruoka perijapanilaista ja huone täysin sisustettu japanilaisittain. Tatamilla nukkuminen oli hauskaa. Kokemus oli täydellinen!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2026
しゅうじ
チェックインからチェックアウトまでとても素敵な時間を過ごすことができました。
大満足です。
Friends
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2026
Kam Hung
這間溫泉旅館入口比較隱蔽,經過一段上坡路後才到達旅館大門,感覺像去了另一個世界,讓住客能沉浸在度假的氛圍。另館內停車位置充足。

到達後職員馬上帶領我們到館內的cafe並附上茶點,待完成入住手續後,便帶我們上去房間。房間大體上整潔,窗外能看到旅館大門的櫻花樹和琵琶湖的景色。桌子上有中英指南教住客穿浴衣的方法,另還特意附上紙鶴歡迎入住。

晚上用餐時間大部分住客都會在地下大堂的餐廳用膳,若果是連續入住的住客,還有機會到館內另一間餐廳中的個室用膳。大堂另有cafe和禮品店,所以氣氛會很熱鬧,接著便準備享用溫泉。

溫泉位於旅館二樓,與宴會廳和自動販賣機是同一樓層。所以晚餐後二樓亦會十分熱鬧。去浸溫泉首先會在浴場門外脫鞋放到櫃上,然後在便利貼上寫上姓名並貼在鞋上。我比較推薦ばんからの湯 / ひだまりの湯,景觀會較開揚,有較多露天空間。

職員大多都很有禮,到達和離開時都會出門迎接和歡送客人,還特意為我們拍照。可是有個身材稍胖的男性日本職員態度一般。另外為我們辦理入住手續的是一位外籍樣貌的女職員。雖然日文流利,不過在這間溫泉老店內就顯得很奇怪。可能由於近年日本少子化問題嚴重,溫泉旅館的職員新舊交替出現斷層也是無可奈何。
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
PARK
일단 온천 물이 너무 좋고, 고객 응대 서비스 등 다 좋습니다.
숙소 내부는 생각외로 넓고, 주변은 한적 합니다.(근처 편의점은 도보 10분 정도) 관광&쇼핑이 아닌 쉼 비율이 높은 여행이시면 매우 추천합니다.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Shun
旅館の窓から朝日が見えます。湖畔に反射してとてもきれいです。夕食も朝食も上品でとても美味しかったです。スタッフの皆さんも感じ良くて快適に過ごせました。
Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
RYOKO
客室数が少ないので温泉や食堂が広々と使えて快適でした。
Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2025
Alfred
房間略舊,但清潔舒適。服務和 早、晚餐都很好。
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
CHIENYU
很舒適的溫泉旅館
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
KAYOKO
お食事が、良かったです。夜も朝もたっぷりで堪能しました。
お食事スタッフの対応も、とてもきもちよかったです。
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
chiaki
お部屋のお風呂からの景色はとても良く、お部屋も清潔で快適に過ごせました。夕飯も美味しく、お酒がすすんでしまいました。
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2025
KIM
快適に過ごせる
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

びわ湖花街道に宿泊しました。

お料理が大変美味しくて豪華でした。
近江牛のステーキ、すき焼き、鮎の塩焼き、お刺身など盛り沢山で食べきれないほどでした。

朝食は、新鮮な卵で卵がけご飯をいただいたり、茶粥も有り、湯豆腐、カレイの一夜干しなど豪華で美味しくて大満足でした。

友人が昔から泊まりたいと希望していたので付き合って宿泊しましたが接客、清潔度、温泉、部屋の広さなど 文句無しのホテルでした。
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Michitsugu
静かで落ち着けるホテルです。くつろげて、また泊まりに行きたいです。
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Porsche

Excellent service

Excellent service with hostess, wonderful dinner set with Chef.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Nov 2024
Verified traveler

環境寧靜的住宿體驗

環境清靜,服務滿意的體驗;值得推介的住宿👍
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2024
Akira
布団が薄く今一つ
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2024
??
プレゼント様に売店でコップを買ったのですが、専用の箱が無く困っていると店舗にあった他の物の箱を探して下さり、綺麗に紐でデコレーションまでして頂けました。
もっと感動した事は、チェックアウト後に昨日のスタッフさんが声を掛けて下さり、自前のドライフラワーで昨日の箱を更に素晴らしくデコレーションしてくれた事です✨
ホスピタリティ溢れる、お客さんに寄り添ったサービスの出来るスタッフさんがいらっしゃいます!!
次の日の旅がとても充実した気分で初められました!
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2024
??
いろいろお世話になりました
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
10 Aug 2024
かつこ
シャワーの水圧が弱い
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2024
TAI IOK
Like
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2024
KAYOKO
朝夕のご飯、めちゃくちゃ美味しかったです♪
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2024
Ken
Great experience of a traditional ryokan. Super friendly staff, and a kids friendly place. As a foreigner you have to be prepared to eat fish and miso soup with tofu for breakfast.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2024
??
깨끗하고 넓은 실내에 꿀잠자기 좋은 포근하고 푹신한 침구덕에 제대로 힐링하고 욌습니다. 온천도 기가 막히게 좋고 네벌이나 유카타를 준비해주셔서 갈아입는 재미도 있었습니다. 직원분들 다들 너무 친절 하셨지만 아쉽게도 처음에 호텔을 안내해주시는 직원 한분만 영어를 쓰시고, 다른 직원분은 영어를 사용하지 않으셔서 코스형태로 나오는 석식이나 조식을 제공받을때 음식에 대한 설명을 못받아 아쉬웠습니다 ㅠ 이부분은 영어로 된 메뉴판을 준비해주시면 개선되지 않을까 생각합니다
하지만 이건 이 호텔의 수많은 장점들중 억지로 뽑아낸 아주작은 불편함일 뿐입니다!
가격대가 있는 편이지만 다음에 또 오고토온센에 간다면 이곳에 묵을예정입니다!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2024
Billy
豪華服務,I love it
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2024
Verified traveler
環境優美!住宿舒適!食物質素好!服務一流
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2024
たかみ
食事も美味しいしお腹いっぱいになりました
朝はバイキング形式の方がいいかなと思いました
でも申し分なかったぐらいの旅館でした
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2024
NAOMI
家族5人で息子の卒業と就職祝いで利用させて頂きました。
スタッフの方々の接客がとても気持ち良かったです。
特に夕食を担当して頂いた仲居さんの食事の一品一品の説明も丁寧でしたし、観光先での話も聞いて下さりとても話しやすかったです。
そしてお料理の味はすべて美味で量も丁度よかったです。
温泉は夜朝と2回入りましたがゆっくりできてとても癒やされました。
朝食のおかずは種類が豊富で、家族皆ご飯のおかわりをしました!
本当に美味しかったです。
後お部屋にお湯も沸かして頂いていたのでお茶だけでなくコーヒーもあればよかったなと思いました。
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2024
さとる
温泉が良かった。
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2024
カズヨ
食事が美味しかったです
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2024
Grace

Very nice

Very nice
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2024
Verified traveler

Memorable stay

Just 40 mins away from osaka by train. Very convenient. Food was exceptional at the two nights Kaiseki course we had. The soba resto at the hotel is also a most try. Noodles were prepared by the owner w limited portion everyday so must book. A little bit disappointed with the open air bath in the room as it’s a bit small
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2023
Yee fun
酒店整體不錯,有不同國藉的服務員,提供不同語言作溝通。食物與環境都非常滿意。
唯獨酒店四周沒有甚麼特式店舖,沒有溫泉街的環境
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2023
Verified traveler

一定會推薦和再去住

比預期的好,有welcome drink, 簡介完才入住,員工十分友善和盡心解決我們的查詢,有外籍員工可以用英語溝通,地方明顯有翻新過,有四個浴池兩天對調可用,食物很好和精緻,服務一流,賓至如歸
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2023
Rita
the staffs are very helpful, can speak fluent English.
the room is clean and nice
the omi beef is yummy.

great experience
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
13 Jan 2023
tsuyoshi
家族で琵琶湖バレイに行き宿泊しました。スタッフの方も丁寧で部屋も清潔で景色も良く食事もおいしかったです。星マイナス1は、お風呂は男女が日によって交互に変わるのですが広い風呂のときのサウナが水風呂がなく掛け水だけでサウナ好きにとっては残念でした。後、個人的には高級羽毛ふとんは苦手でとても暖かくなりますが私は暑くて寝苦しくなるので、、基本はすばらしい宿でした。。
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2022
フミコ
お風呂が少しぬりかった露天風呂はちょうど良い温度でした。
お風呂は綺麗にされてて気持ち良かった。
食事も美味しかったです。
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
14 Aug 2022
Yuna
ウェルカムドリンクが美味しかった
Leisure Friends
4/10
Poor
25 Apr 2022
Verified traveler
上階の音が
まともにきました。
リラックスできず残念でした
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Feb 2022
ハツミ
素晴らしいおもてなしをありがとうございました。夕食朝食共に満足しましたが、和食が続く中で朝食にコーヒーがあればと思いました。仕事のミーティングで主に京都の旅館に宿泊する事が多いのですが、朝食にコーヒーが付いていて当たり前だったので少し驚きました。和・洋食問わず、食後にコーヒーを飲まれる方が多いと思います。
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2022
Verified traveler
食事が素晴らしかった
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2021
Verified traveler

気持ちよく過ごせる宿

部屋からびわ湖の眺望が良かった。
部屋の露天風呂が広くてゆったり出来た。
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
27 Sep 2021
TOSHIYA
露天風呂は部屋も大浴場も屋根が大きく開放感がないです。
Friends_and_family Family

Location & surroundings

Biwako Hanakaido
1-1-3 Ogoto, Shiga, Japan

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