Title: J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=24892560&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel Lakefront hostel in Otsu with free parking ## Photo gallery for J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel ![Beach - J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/2d2f721f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/05f32131.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets - J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/w1494h2000x753y0-edd1384c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets - J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/a128034f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets - J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/46b3f846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse, near Lake Biwa, offers a quiet getaway with practical amenities. Enjoy the garden, local dishes at the restaurant, and laundry facilities. The hostel provides WiFi and bike rentals—perfect for visiting the nearby Shirahige Shrine. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 17 - Dec 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=24892560&PinnedHotelID=24892560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom ![Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/843f9ed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Down duvet 4 bathrooms Desk - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom ![Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/2aa3281a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Down duvet 4 bathrooms Desk - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom ![Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/c83b5a71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Down duvet 4 bathrooms Desk - 193 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Double Room with Shared Bathroom ![Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/516bbb05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room with Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Down duvet 4 bathrooms Desk - 96 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room ![Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/3e8f44b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Down duvet 4 bathrooms - 32 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room ![Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room | Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/7cef3f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Down duvet 4 bathrooms - 32 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Japanese Style Single with Shared Bathroom ![Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24900000/24892600/24892560/a128034f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Single with Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Down duvet 4 bathrooms - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Futon ## You may also like Ad ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39200000/39192200/39192199/2454f4b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo Downtown Kyoto - 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Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, luggage storage and smoke-free property - A vending machine, coffee/tea in reception and barbecues - Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition Room features All guest rooms at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - 4 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100680000/100676600/100676574/8860bdc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HOTEL R9 The Yard Nagahama Nagahama - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 8.2 Very good 51 reviews £38 12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=100676574&PinnedHotelID=100676574&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59619200/59619154/4339ae3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Route Inn Kusatsuritto Rittointer -Ritto inter Kokudo 1gou Ritto - 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Handrails in stairways - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Down comforter ### Bathroom - 4 shared bathrooms - Free toiletries - Shower - Slippers ### More - Air conditioning - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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 ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Towels fee: JPY 100 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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 This property does not have any lifts 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 J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel Otsu J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Otsu J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse JHoppers Biwa house Hostel Ot J Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel J Hoppers Biwa Hostel Otsu J Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse Hostel J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel Otsu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel? ### Where is J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews ## Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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 63 8 - Good 39 6 - Okay 13 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 8.4/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Ben 14 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities For the price you pay, it’s good value for money. Great facilities, right near the lake and if you’re in a dorm your area is relatively large compared to most hostels. Only let down was the really uncomfortable pillow provided and there tends to be lots of noisy children as they host soccer camps. ##### Ben Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Emmi 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Comfy hostel in quiet area A cute hostel with comfortable rooms and a good shared kitchen. The best thing that I wasn’t expecting was the hot bath!! It isn’t too far from Kyoto but there is very little to do in the area.. maybe more fun during high season? But if you’re looking to stay somewhere a bit out of town for good money this certainly is the place!!! Very homely and nice. ##### Emmi Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Adrian 4 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities If you are looking for a remote lake get away in northern Otsu this is ideal. This location suits the out door adventure types who want to be away from Otsu city. The lake was an amazing place to swim. What also would be a Great Lake side party atmosphere and relaxation with a group of friends. Amazing cleanliness despite the overall facility being quite old. However rooms and common room air conditioned which was a life saver in the hight of a Japanese summer. The Hostel is not located near any shops and not close to the train station so be prepared to do some serious walking or better rent a bike whilst you are there. ##### Adrian Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Yohana 28 Jun 2024 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Dated but convenient The hotel was conveniently located near the bicycle route. Also, it the lake was walking distance. (5min) The place was outdated and charged for most complementary items like towel and tool brush. There are not restaurants near the establishment so ensure to bring food. The hostel restaurant had only two options to pick from. ##### Yohana Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 14 May 2024 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Disappointed We booked this hostel because being so close to the lake and having access to the BBQs. Upon arrival we needed to take a 30 min train to the grocery store, bought supplies for the bbq. When coming back we saw the sign that it’s ¥1500 per person to use them. Rip off. We cooked upstairs for free. The room wasn’t very clean with many hairs. The onsen had many hairs. The staff were not friendly or welcoming. Very inconvenient place from the station with nothing close by. 30 min walk to the 7/11\. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7BD8D6A1036698E0E89FCA7B9F5F9D68154296CC1715660931938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jasmijn 12 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hostel was very clean and had everything you need. ##### Jasmijn Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Szu Hsuan 25 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, friendly and comfortable ##### Szu Hsuan Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bea 19 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful stay:-) Met lovely people. Eric was amazing, taking me to the shop to buy groceries and stopping at beautiful shrines in the one go. Thank you! ##### Bea Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Szu Hsuan 27 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very clean even this is not a new hotel. Stuff is very friendly. If you need a clean and comfortable place to stay, it is your good choice. Very beautiful view outside! ##### Szu Hsuan Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Javier 3 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bit of a walk from the station (if you go at night it is VERY dark, but still safe!) but the scenery is beautiful ##### Javier Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Patricia 24 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Das Personal war besonders freundlich und hilfsbereit und das Zimmer sehr schön, groß und sauber ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6191d22e-9461-46bd-a02b-bd841ede4011-1753363966309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Maria Patricia Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Daisuke 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 洗面台を清潔にするための代布巾が ##### Daisuke Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuka 2 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities 2度目の利用です。共用部屋が広く、設備が整っており、落ち着けるのがお気に入りポイントです。また利用したいです。 ##### Yuka Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### o 18 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities とてもキレイでくつろげました。 ##### o Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ショウジ 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness この他値段 ##### ショウジ Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aki 8 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service 非常に満足しています。 ##### Aki Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### のどな 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 3000円でこれは最高。大学の友達と行きましたがめっちゃくちゃ楽しかった。お風呂にはリンスインシャンプーしかなくて髪がばりキッシキシのボンドみたいになったので、持参するべし！！でもその他は最高だった！！チャリも1時間以内なら100円なのでそれ借りたらコンビニに行けんこともない！ちょっと遠いが！ ##### のどな Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ? 11 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 清潔感と静けさ、安価、琵琶湖の景色も素敵でした ただ一度目は必要なものと持っていかなくても良いものが分からなくて迷いました ##### ? Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kazuo 29 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### 清潔、海外からに来訪者多数 リフォームを最近実施したようで、内装は清潔で快適でした。 海外からの来訪者の会話が深夜まで聞こえ、寝つきが悪かったが、これは宿の責任では無いですが、チェックイン時により注意を促すと良いかと思います。 ##### Kazuo Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### もりじ 8 Nov 2024 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities 風のせいか？定期的にカタカタと音がして、眠れなかった。 ##### もりじ Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### ?? 4 Nov 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 駐車場や入口道路が夜間暗く、フットサルフェンスの仮設支柱が突き出ていて、危険だと感じました。 ##### ?? Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tatsuzou 25 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 風でドアの音がガンガン鳴ってうるさかった ##### Tatsuzou Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### hisako 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness 各国から来られた方が思い思いに過ごす宿泊施設で、面白かったです。場所柄、車で行くのがよいと後で思いました。 ##### hisako Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### HYOUN HEE 14 Aug 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 同じ部屋の人が夜中、部屋に入ったり、出たりでうるさくて中々眠れませんでした。 繁忙期にお安く休めたので仕方ないかと。 コインランドリーや大浴場は大変ありがたく、助かりました。 ##### HYOUN HEE Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### ?? 4 Aug 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 繁忙期なので仕方ないと思いますが、気になった点です。 □管理面／玄関口の履物、遊具類、□衛生面／流し台排水口のゴミ、分別ゴミ箱、ダスタ―、□マナ―面／話し声、足音、ドアー開閉、ソファでの仮眠、地べた座り ##### ?? 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