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Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5 star property
3.5-star spa ryokan near Saikyoji Temple

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Deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, reflexology
Point of interest
Yuuga Japanese-Western Style Room with Private Natural Hot Spring Semi-Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking
Food and drink
Koyu Elegant Suite with Semi-Open-Air Private Natural Hot Spring - Non-Smoking
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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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

  • 34 sq m
  • 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

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

  • 54 sq m
  • 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

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

  • 50 sq m
  • 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

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

  • 34 sq m
  • 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

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

  • 80 sq m
  • 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

Ao No Syou Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking

  • 22 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • 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

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

  • 50 sq m
  • 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

  • 34 sq m
  • 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

  • 34 sq m
  • 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

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

  • 72 sq m
  • 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

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

  • 32 sq m
  • 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

  • 50 sq m
  • 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

  • 50 sq m
  • 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

Biwasumire Japanese Room Partial Lake View - Non-Smoking

  • 34 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (189)
The price is CA $530
per night
CA $584 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
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About the area

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
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 15 min drive
  • Enryakuji Temple - 19 min drive
  • Mount Hiei - 21 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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Free area shuttle

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM: JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Karaoke
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 43
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Digital channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Food and drink

  • Kaiseki meal

More

  • Children's slippers
  • Desk
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • 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

Biwako Ryokusuitei Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 325 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

8/10 Good

Gina

Travelled with partner
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

Alan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Biwako is definitely a destination if you want to relax and get away from busy city life. Great views, clean hotel, and staff was friendly, courteous, and super helpful. I unfortunately wasn't able to use the onsen as I have a tattoo that could not be covered up, but I booked it knowing that. If it's small enough to cover, you might be able to use it. Otherwise look into booking a room with the private onsen option. There is a shuttle that will take you to the train station in the morning or you will have to make a bit of a walk there. Overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seema

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great time the baths were so relaxing and the staff was very friendly and helpful! Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shalene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service rendered by this place is AMAZING. The onsen is lovely and plenty of towels are available so you don't have to bring the ones from your room. There is also a rest area with cold drinks and popsicles you can enjoy after your bath. We took the half board plan and both dinner and breakfast were plentiful and delicious. We were served Omi beef shabu shabu at dinner. If you're coming to Ogoto onsen, I highly recommend staying at Biwako Ryokusuitei!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

2/10 Terrible

KIN WAH

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than the toilet design being a bit dated, everything else was great. Kudos to staff's attention to details even though most of them were not conversant in English.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pansak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice atmosphere Food quality is excellent and plentiful Onsen bath is clean and nice Staff is friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free shuttle between JR station (Ogotoonsen) and hotel. Good view of the lake from the hotel room. Excellent private onsen (hot spring; wooden outdoor bath tub).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room! Doesn't quite look like the picture, slightly out of town and not many places to eat but otherwise excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Man Sun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing getaway
Good and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful ryokan. Very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, kind, and helpful staff. Beautiful rooms and views. A great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019