The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Biwa Canal in Kyoto - 2026 Updated Prices

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A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with rocks and a small tree.

A traditional Japanese interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of the outside.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, a balcony with tatami mats, and a garden with various plants and a stone pathway.

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

0.2 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Celine

£77

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bed in the background.

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden deck, and indoor plants.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

0.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Derek

£163

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of a body of water and mountains through large windows.

A modern hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and a glass facade reflecting the surroundings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a table with a bottle.

A modern room with a large window offering a view of the sea and distant mountains.

3. Biwako Hotel

0.6 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Ming Fai

£127

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a marina, and a bridge in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a counter with a view.

A tall, modern building with a glass facade and a curved base.

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

1.8 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

TSUBASA

£82

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a flat-screen TV.

The entrance of a hotel with a glass facade, a signboard with hotel name, and a blue sign on the pillar.

Two vending machines with various drink and snack options.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

5. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

0.4 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a...

Paul

£43

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A beach with calm water and distant mountains.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with chairs, a clock on the wall, and a patterned wall feature.

A traditional Japanese garden with a central pavilion, stone lanterns, and a stone pathway.

A restaurant interior with wooden slatted walls, hanging pendant lights, and a planter with greenery.

6. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

0.7 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

£54

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A modern building with a traditional entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

A tatami mat room with a low wooden table and cushions.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

7. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Dwayne

£108

additional charges may apply

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 4.4 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

£358

additional charges may apply

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

9. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 4.4 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Philip

£767

additional charges may apply

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with a bed, a television, a wooden wall, and a chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a sink, countertop, and hanging lights.

A YouTube channel interface on a screen mounted on a wooden wall.

A dining area with a view of mountains, a table set with cutlery and wine glasses, and a unique chair design.

10. Yadoya Lodge

Sakyo Ward, 4.4 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Bonnie

£124

additional charges may apply

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

A modern spa area with a large bathtub, seating, and a view of a bamboo garden through large glass doors.

A dining table with breakfast items, a teapot, and a view of a lush garden.

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

Sakyo Ward, 4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Peter

£239

additional charges may apply

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a person reading.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

12. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 4.6 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Mariana

£76

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, and a sliding door leading to another room.

13. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 4.4 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

"The hotel was in a peaceful location of Kyoto very close to the Philosophers path and surrounding temples. The roof terrace and complimentary happy hour drinks was a wonderful edition at the end of long day of sight seeing to soak up the views and relax. The breakfast was excellent - a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, baked bread and fruit and yogurt. And the staff were so helpful with local restaurant recommendations. Would definately recommend"

Hannah

£356

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden table, and chairs. A large window provides a view of a tree outside.

A room with a wooden desk, a bench, and a view of a textured wall and a tree outside.

A traditional Japanese building with a two-story structure, large sliding doors, and a tiled roof.

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a window with a grid pattern, and a built-in wardrobe.

14. BenTen Residences

Gion, 4.6 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Felecia

£389

additional charges may apply

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

15. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 3.9 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

£238

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A corridor with glass display cases, a bench, and a potted plant.

A modern interior with a wooden table, black chairs, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden accents, and a view of the outdoors.

A covered walkway with glass walls, surrounded by trees with green and autumn leaves.

16. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 4.3 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurtis

£101

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A modern bathroom with a large vessel sink, a handheld showerhead, and a separate bathtub.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted artwork, and a simple, clean design.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

17. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

£65

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A corridor with stone walls and a tiled floor, leading to a brightly lit interior space.

A modern dining area with a round wooden table, chairs, and a central decorative bowl.

A modern dining area with a round table, dark wood finish, and a unique centerpiece.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a flat-screen TV.

18. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Okazaki, 4.2 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Quinn

£74

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a lantern, and a sign with Japanese characters.

19. SOWAKA

Gion, 4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Sophie

£1,105

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, sliding shoji doors, and a view of greenery outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two beds, a small table with chairs, and sliding doors.

A stone pathway leading through a lush garden with a lantern and a traditional Japanese structure.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone pathway, and well-maintained greenery.

20. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Sakyo Ward, 4.1 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Michael

£842

additional charges may apply

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Canal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 121 reviews	View
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Biwako Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 695 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu	8.0 Very good 668 reviews	View

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"It was honestly a very good stay in an awesome location"

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

8/10 Good

"Breakfast buffet was great. Staff was helpful. Room is very small for 3 people, but we made it work. Great area. Lots of shops and restaurants."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"10/10."

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"We loved everything! When we arrived it was peak check-in time but the front desk staff were plentiful and checked everyone in quickly, which was impressive! Super friendly and attentive staff throughout the hotel (bar, restaurant, housekeeping and as mentioned front desk staff). The room (jr suite) was decorated tastefully and the sound system was a nice surprise old school tube and horn system!"

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Our issue was very specific and might not affect most. There were limited gluten free options in the restaurants for lunch and dinner. Although you can convince a chef in other places to grill fish or steak easily, it was not an option here, at least in the common restaurant. Breakfast was better. They had gluten free bread and many options. Also, all restaurants (there are two other special ones) close rather early. But other than these (which might not be a big issue for most) a really good hotel. Fantastic staff."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"Second time in the hotel , even we asked to be upgraded they offered just with extra charge . Breakfast doesn’t have the variety I would expect including lack of western products and vegetables . Service is good in general and location excellent . Room size is not too big for superior double All together price wise is reasonable"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

8/10 Good

"Really enjoyed our stay. The hotel staff were excellent and the hotel shuttle was especially beneficial. The only recommendation I would offer is to have coffee mugs and ice and water dispensers in the rooms or at least on each floor."

Hotel Okura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding location was the major factor for us. Would definitely stay there again."

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good

"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Honpukuji Temple

Honpukuji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Painting Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Otsu Painting Museum during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Onjoji Temple

Onjoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Otsu City Museum of History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Otsu City Museum of History during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art in Otsu. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion during your trip to Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Biwako Flower Fountain

After visiting Biwako Flower Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa Canal?

Lake Biwa Canal is located in Kyoto. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 13 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Biwa Canal?

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Biwa Canal. Another good option is Biwako Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lake Biwa Canal?

Expedia has 13 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Biwa Canal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Biwa Canal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Lake Biwa Canal.

What can I see and do near Lake Biwa Canal?

Mount Hiei, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Ginkaku-ji Temple, Eikan-do Temple and Nanzen-ji Temple. You can catch a show at Biwako Hall, Gion Corner and Minamiza Theater.

How can I get to Lake Biwa Canal?

With so many choices for transport, seeing the area around Lake Biwa Canal is easy. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Higashino Station, Keihan Yamashina and Yamashina Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Shinomiya Station.

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Biwako Hotel

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

5. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

6. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

7. Rinn Niomon

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

9. Hotel Chourakukan

10. Yadoya Lodge

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

12. Giappo Franca Kyoto

13. Shikikaboku

14. BenTen Residences

15. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

16. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

17. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

18. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

19. SOWAKA

20. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Hotel Okura Kyoto

Biwako Hotel

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

Honpukuji Temple

Otsu Painting Museum

Onjoji Temple

Otsu City Museum of History

Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

Biwako Flower Fountain

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