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Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5 star property
Lakefront ryokan with full-service spa and free local area shuttle

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Deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, reflexology
Food and drink
Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet
Property amenity
Biwako Ryokusuitei, nestled between Shozuiji Temple and Ukimido, offers a genuine retreat. Enjoy the indoor public bath, deep-tissue massages, and facials. The Japanese garden provides contemplation, while the library and nearby coffee shop complete this serene escape.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is Rp3.416.986
Rp3.791.085 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Manyo Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 8

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Dining

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5

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Huuga Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Biwa no Kaze Japanese style 3 beds with open-a

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Western Style Room with Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 7

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

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Standard Twin Room, Bathtub, Partial Lake View (Tsukiyomi Japanese Twin Room) | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

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

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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 | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Huuga Japanese Western Style Room With Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 4

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Dining

Yuuga Japanese Style Room With Open Air Bath

  • Sleeps 5

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Spring-water bath
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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 | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single 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 | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Spring-water bath
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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 | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Spring-water bath
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single 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 | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

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

Biwa No Kaze Japanese Style Twin Room with Natural Hot Spring Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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 | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Single Futons

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

1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

  • Sleeps 2

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

1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

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

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Koyu Premier Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Koyu Elegant Suite

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Yuuga Japanese-style twin room with hot spring observation bath

1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Yuuga Japanese-style twin room with hot spring observation bath

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Map
6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Enryakuji Temple - 21 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Mount Hiei - 23 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪スシロー 大津堅田店 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪麺屋 聖〜kiyo〜 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪中華そば 殿 雄琴店 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪麺屋昊鶏 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪雄琴　ACE - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Ryokan near Saikyoji Temple
Located close to Ukimido and Shozuiji Temple, Biwako Ryokusuitei provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 indoor hot springs or hot tub, and indulge in a deep-tissue massage, reflexology or a facial. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a Japanese garden and a library.
Other perks at this ryokan include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and hot springs on-site
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with toilets with electronic bidets and free toiletries
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Children's slippers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 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

  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Karaoke
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 indoor hot springs
  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • 2 outdoor hot springs
  • 24-hour public bath
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from midnight - 11:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 26 ºC
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Reflexology
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Thai massages
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

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
  • Handrails in stairways (109 centimetre high)
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Genkan (entryway)
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

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 provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

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 at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Hot springs access available from midnight to 11:30 PM
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the on-site public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in

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

Is Biwako Ryokusuitei pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwako Ryokusuitei on 1 Dec 2025 start from Rp3.416.986, 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.

How much is parking at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Biwako Ryokusuitei?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Biwako Ryokusuitei located?

Situated on a lake, this spa ryokan is within 3 mi (5 km) of Saikyoji Temple, Ukimido and Shozuiji Temple. Enryakuji Temple and Biwako Valley Ski Resort are also within 12 mi (20 km). Ogotoonsen station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Biwako Ryokusuitei Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 496 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private onsen on the balcony with the lake view has been a wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was fantastic and we enjoyed the onsen experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Excellent customer service!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hot springs and beautiful hotel. Limited local amenities but far made up for by the hotel itself and the all inclusive nature
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wanted to try an onsen with the family. Stayed one night and had the Kaiseki dinner add on. It was a nice experience and they even provided tattoo stickers if needed. The dinner was average for price point, the room was clean and well equipped, staff were friendly enough, shuttle from station was great, nice free drinks and icecream for guests throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room and wonderful onsen. Incredible Japanese dinner and service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort itself is clean and comfortable, the in room onsen is excellent and can change temperature to your liking. There are free drinks and alcohol included. The dinner is excellent and service is great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mansel

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

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

Chih Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with beautiful look over the lake
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury

This was one of my favorite experiences while in Japan. Worth every penny. Our room ws lovely, the food was amazing, the service was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice meals (dinner and breakfast), clean room. friendly staff. All you can drink happy hour. Snacks and drinks have good variety already. Frequent shuttle bus to train station, not much wait time. Efficient check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

brendan

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

Jim

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

Elizaveta

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

10/10 Excellent

sungwoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that that I had my own private onsen bathtub in my room. I was able to see the sunrise from this bathtub, which was such a cool experience. The kaiseki dinner and breakfast buffet was so good here! The seafood is really fresh, and the Omi beef shabu shabu was the best part. The public baths on the property are nice too, and I really like the library area where you can get free drinks and popsicles. (There’s a gorgeous view of cherry blossoms on the veranda in the library, so be sure to check that out in both daytime and nighttime.) There’s a happy hour where there is a yummy peach juice. I also got a ¥500 coupon to spend at the store, which was a nice surprise. All in all, this was a really great stay, and I highly recommend it, especially if you’re looking for an onsen resort that isn’t too far away from Kyoto that’s accessible by train. (They offer a free shuttle to the nearby train station when you check out. )

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are many reviews saying how wonderful this hotel is - the public onsen (I have tattoos so couldn’t use it), the creative dinners of traditional Japanese cuisine, and the peaceful relaxation. For me, the best parts were the lovely people working there, and the hot tub on the balcony of our room. I have to admit it didn’t feel as private as I’d expected, but there are bamboo privacy blinds which can be pulled down. I also wish I’d asked for extra cushions under my futon mattress. I’m unaccustomed to sleeping on the floor and found it rather hard. The hotel has a view of the lake, but the entrance faces a busy road in a built up area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had an incredible experience and the staff were superb. They had supported us upgrading our room and even provided an adorable little gift for our honeymoon. The suite along with the amenities were incredibly clean, serene and provided the level of tranquility we were hoping to find. The price matched what we were looking for and, having a private bath for ourselves was ideal. While the facility was busy, I found that we had ample space of our own. The only issue we ran into was with Dinner. Due to traveling conditions, we did not book our dinner 3-days in advance. This meant that for our weekend we could not partake their restaurant and had to go down the street for food. It was not great timing for me as it started raining pretty hard and there wasn’t much in walking distance I was willing to get to on foot. With that said, there is a Lawsons if you are in a crunch or other fine dining places in the area so if you really miss the dinner, you have alternatives if needed. Would recommend this place to anyone and having a shuttle to get us from the train station to our stay was a great touch to get us back on our way for the remainder of our stay in Japan.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property itself is nice and well maintained. Looks a bit dated inside but it is situated in a small town that doesn’t have dining options and the onsen serves dinner and breakfast but no quick dining option for those that don’t want to eat at a formally decided time. So be prepared and bring snacks or eat before your 3pm check in. The happy hour provides 1 wine and non alcoholic beverages and limited snacks. If you want beer you have to pay for it. We had an issue with the vending machine but the staff doesn’t speak English so Google translate was key during that issue. On that note, be sure you bring water because your only option is to buy some from the vending machine. We were able to book massages when we arrived and they were magical. Highly recommend taking part in that service. Massage only offered in the evening so plan accordingly. We wanted to get a foot massage the morning we were leaving but since they don’t offer massage services in the morning we weren’t able to. Definitely with the experience but 1 night was enough for us especially because the food is traditional Japanese meals and we don’t eat all of those items.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とっても素敵な旅館でした。 夕食を担当して下さったスタッフの方が子どもにもとっても優しく接して下さったり観光スポットなども教えて頂けてとっても素敵な時間を過ごせました。妊娠中なので生物抜きの対応をして下さりありがたかったです！お部屋もとっても過ごしやすくてまた利用したいと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryuichi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
全てにおいて最高です
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Biwako Ryokusuitei was absolutely stunning in every way. The scenery was beautiful, the room in which I stayed was spacious, comfortable, and beautiful with a splendid view. And the staff was was incredibly kind and went out of their way to ensure our stay was as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. I cannot recommend this hotel enough. It was a perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORETTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Very relaxing and dinner on both nights left us very full Nice walk outside tho small town Our main goal was to relax and have good food with family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025