Title: Biwako House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Biwako House Holiday home with kitchenette, steps from Lake Biwa ## Photo gallery for Biwako House ![Japanese Style Private Vacation House | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Biwako House (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18910000/18908500/18908423/43f0a9e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Japanese Style Private Vacation House | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Biwako House (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18910000/18908500/18908423/3a38636a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese Style Private Vacation House | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Biwako House (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18910000/18908500/18908423/6616bd5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Biwako House (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18910000/18908500/18908423/4f3a7e9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese Style Private Vacation House | Room amenity - Biwako House (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18910000/18908500/18908423/7284f620.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Biwako House provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Biwako House Holiday home with kitchenette, steps from Lake Biwa Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The holiday home boasts a deep soaking tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a separate bath and shower and a coffee/tea maker. This holiday home offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - Children stay free (see details) ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Meeting rooms ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Portable fan ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Daily housekeeping - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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check-in end time: 10 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours 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 ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention 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 ### Property is also known as Biwako House Otsu Biwako Otsu Biwako House Otsu Biwako House Private vacation home Biwako House Private vacation home Otsu ## About the area Shimo-sakamoto, a neighbourhood in Otsu, is home to this holiday home. Nishiki Market and Heian Shrine are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley. Otsu City Science Museum and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting. [Visit our Otsu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otsu.dx179215) [View more Holiday homes in Otsu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otsu-Private-Holiday-Homes.d179215-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.06657%2C135.88580&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=R5fayf2XxEz8dpXRUngpp-1_RqY=) 6-3-32, Shimosakamoto, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0105 ### What's nearby - ![Ishiyamadera Temple featuring heritage elements and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/d7f3b590-1c18-4d2d-b8c0-470e4bd16f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biwako Quasi-National Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Remains of Shigain-mon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771940/70c8f2ea-75e0-423b-86a5-cea6d7e7fc13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Remains of Shigain-mon 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![Stumbled upon annual Sanna Festival ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179215/4584793f-0e8b-4c4e-96d0-db947a15e309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - ![Kyu Chikurinin Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771939/891dad02-a6ec-4694-8c71-49b11b3ffc5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kyu Chikurinin Garden 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Saikyoji Temple 4 min drive \- 1.8 miles ### Getting around - Ogotoonsen station 5 min drive - Kokusaikaikan Station 28 min drive - Osaka (ITM-Itami) 66 min drive ### Restaurants - 丸亀製麺 10 min walk - マクドナルド びわ湖阪本店 12 min walk - CoCo壱番屋 大津下阪本店 14 min walk - パリス 雄琴店 3 min drive - 本家鶴㐂そば 本店 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Biwako House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Biwako House? ### What time is check-in at Biwako House? ### What time is check-out at Biwako House? ### Where is Biwako House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Biwako House Reviews ## Reviews ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### yus 7 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Good authentic ancient Japan ambience We had a great stay at the house! Obaa-san was very nice and humble, she was very helpful to help us call the taxis to pick us up. The house is located 10-15 minutes walk from Hiezansakamoto station and the best part is, it is just a few steps away from Lake Biwa! You could see sunrise if the weather is great! Plus points: the house is very well-kept and clean. It has the old-style ambience. There is a large bonzai tree infront of Biwako house. Taking a taxi from the nearest Hieizansakamoto station was also very cheap! (The meter did not even increase!) Haha. It shows the house is very near. Meter started at 530 Yen. There is an old-school shared kitchen at the back of Biwako House 2, so you can reheat your packed food or even cook. Cons: The toilet is an old fashioned one. No bidet available, which we think is a discomfort. Maybe the owner wants to maintain the very traditional ambience. There are four rooms inside the house, two of which had no aircond. It is summer, it could get very hot. Lucky enough for us, the wind was blowing at night so we opened the window (there was a net, so no mosquitoes could come in). And yeah, we could hear the sound of crickets and the Gingko insects. If you want to experience traditional ambience, come and stay here! ##### yus Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### CS, Hong Kong 14 Oct 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Traditional Japanese House - Nice Experience Good reception of Household Nice View Free Parking ##### CS Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017 ---