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

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

A wedding ceremony with a bride in a white dress, aisle lined with floral arrangements and candles, and a view of the sea through large windows.

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

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

1. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

1.8 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

TSUBASA

£78

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A beach with calm water and distant mountains.

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.

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

2. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

0.7 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

£54

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and wooden beams.

A modern building with a vertical wooden slat design, a brick facade, and a small garden area with potted plants.

A wooden ceiling structure with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, seating area, and a small water feature.

3. Koke Musu inn

2 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Damian

£42

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a view of greenery outside, and a traditional Japanese-style chair.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a cushioned seating area.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a tiled entrance, and a small garden area with plants and rocks.

A narrow pathway with a stone and pebble border, bamboo railings, and a wooden fence.

4. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

samantha

£172

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign for the hotel.

A man in a dark suit standing at a desk in a modern office setting with a chair and a whiteboard in the background.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments, arranged on a long counter with multiple serving stations.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a mountain.

5. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

Yamashina Ward, 2.7 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Jen-Hao

£46

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.

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

6. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 3.9 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

£238

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

A traditional Japanese-style room with a wooden dining table, green sofa, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a sofa, and a sliding door leading to another room.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a bamboo fence.

7. Ishibekoji Ryugin

4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Tat Man

£185

additional charges may apply

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with outdoor furniture, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, a visible name plaque, and a balcony with lights.

8. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion, 4.7 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Ann

£124

additional charges may apply

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden fence, stone lanterns, and a variety of plants.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a window with a view of a bonsai tree.

A traditional Japanese garden with bamboo, a small pond, and stone lanterns.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a balcony, and a small garden area.

9. Ryokan MOTONAGO

Higashiyama Ward, 4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Robert

£258

additional charges may apply

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a seating area with a table, and a view of a natural landscape.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a contemporary interior design.

A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

10. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Okazaki, 4.2 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Brittany

£141

additional charges may apply

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

A modern building with large windows, a staircase, and a well-lit interior.

11. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 4.6 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Mariana

£76

additional charges may apply

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A vertical garden wall with the text "INA HOUSE GION" and a traditional Japanese building facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wall-mounted coat rack, and a window with curtains.

A wooden wall with a sign that reads "INA HOUSE GION."

A staircase with a handrail, leading to an upper floor.

12. INA HOUSE GION

Gion, 4.7 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Jamie

£45

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea set, and sliding doors.

A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, equipped with nameplates and table settings.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a television, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

A modern bathroom with a large window, a bathtub, and multiple sinks.

13. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

Gion, 4.6 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

tamer

£191

additional charges may apply

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

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

14. 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 traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of a residential area.

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted light fixture, and tatami flooring.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and large windows offering a view of a garden and mountains.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

15. Gion Ryokan Karaku

Gion, 4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Lehi

£123

additional charges may apply

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A dining table with a view of a bamboo garden through a window.

A balcony with a seating area, a table with glasses, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a TV, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, a map on the wall, and a seating area with a wooden bench.

16. Minn Gion Kamogawa

Higashiyama Ward, 4.7 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Yasmeen

£36

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT."

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a dark wall, and a planter with green plants.

A modern building with a wooden deck, indoor seating, and a TV.

A modern interior with sliding doors leading to a garden, a sofa, and a refrigerator.

17. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 4.6 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Kevin

£52

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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.

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

18. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 4.4 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

£242

additional charges may apply

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a framed artwork on the wall, and the hotel's name displayed on the wall.

A hotel entrance with a large banner reading "Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi".

A modern hotel room with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and a decorative plate on a cabinet.

A reception area with a desk, chairs, and shelves displaying products.

19. Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

Gion, 4.6 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Toni

£69

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a staircase, and a glass door leading outside.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a skylight, and a view of a room with tatami mats.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a stone pathway, and a lantern-lit entrance.

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a large plant in a pot, and a bathtub.

20. Campton Kiyomizu

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 4.5 mi from Lake Biwa Canal

Daniel

£327

additional charges may apply

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

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."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice location"

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."

Cross Hotel Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Hotel was ok. Breakfast was great"

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."

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. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

2. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

3. Koke Musu inn

4. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

5. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

6. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

7. Ishibekoji Ryugin

8. Gion Elite Terrace

9. Ryokan MOTONAGO

10. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

11. Giappo Franca Kyoto

12. INA HOUSE GION

13. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

14. Shikikaboku

15. Gion Ryokan Karaku

16. Minn Gion Kamogawa

17. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

18. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

19. Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

20. Campton Kiyomizu

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Hotel Okura Kyoto

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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