Title: View Lodge Biwa 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) # View Lodge Biwa Travelers find serenity in the spa tub at View Lodge Biwa or discover Lake Biwa's shoreline on complimentary bicycles for a refreshing outdoor adventure ## Photo gallery for View Lodge Biwa ![Exterior - View Lodge Biwa (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25780000/25779500/25779461/65275501.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby - View Lodge Biwa (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25780000/25779500/25779461/64e064dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin Room, Non Smoking, Lake View | In-room safe, free WiFi - View Lodge Biwa (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25780000/25779500/25779461/a47344ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - View Lodge Biwa (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25780000/25779500/25779461/8a4b2def.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - View Lodge Biwa (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25780000/25779500/25779461/740af8dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies View Lodge Biwa offers a peaceful retreat near Lake Biwa with an indoor public bath and a therapeutic spa tub. Relax on the sunny terrace or explore the area with free bicycle rentals. In-room WiFi ensures you stay connected. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 27 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 28 - Dec 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=25779461&PinnedHotelID=25779461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking, Lake View ![Twin Room, Non Smoking, Lake View | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25780000/25779500/25779461/1a993981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Non Smoking, Lake View 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free rollaway/extra beds Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Shower/bath combination In-room safe - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom, Non Smoking ![Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom, Non Smoking | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25780000/25779500/25779461/a2b98968.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room with Shared Bathroom, Non Smoking 7.6 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 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For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Free bike hire, 1 meeting room and smoke-free property - A front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at View Lodge Biwa boast perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Things to do - Free bicycle rentals - Hot tub ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Spa - Public indoor bath (no minerals) - Spa services ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Toilet with electronic bidet - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation 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 1 can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Cots (infant beds) are not available ## 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 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 cash Cashless transactions are available Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property This property charges a fee for luggage storage before check-in and after check-out. Luggage storage must be requested in advance of arrival. 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 Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as VIEW LODGE BIWA Otsu VIEW BIWA Otsu VIEW BIWA VIEW LODGE BIWA Otsu VIEW LODGE BIWA Hotel VIEW LODGE BIWA Hotel Otsu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is View Lodge Biwa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at View Lodge Biwa? ### What time is check-in at View Lodge Biwa? ### What time is check-out at View Lodge Biwa? ### Where is View Lodge Biwa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## View Lodge Biwa Reviews 8.6 ### 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) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leif 3 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Summer time Lake Biwa Check in was fast, front desk very kind and polite. Great view of lake, right on the beach. ##### Leif Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lan-Yu 6 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice, lovely hotel just next to the lake. Should be very popular during summer time. ##### Lan-Yu Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leif 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Home away from home Very comfortable, owners are nice and accommodating. Near to Lake, dining and other things ##### Leif Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### henriette 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities View Lodge Biwa is a really nice accommodation right on the lake shore at Manohama beach. Nice and quiet hotel with Japanese and western style rooms. The place is run by Chiaki (who is fluent in English) and her husband, who are excellent hosts. ##### henriette Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ethan 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The owners were exceptional! So lovely and went out of their way to accommodate us. We have never experienced such great customer service in our lives! ##### Ethan Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kin Hei Steve 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly reception. Environment is kids friendly ##### Kin Hei Steve Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brielle 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing lakeside stay!!!! We loved our stay at View Lodge! The owner was so kind and welcoming - she offered us local recommendations and helped us with everything we needed. The site has free bikes to use and kayaks or ping pong available for rent. We ate breakfast at the restaurant - it was affordable and delicious. Very traditional Japanese foods and preparation. The owners make all the food themselves! The onsen and rooms were very clean and comfortable. Great views of the lake from our room! There was mens/women’s bathrooms on each floor (not in the room) but this is typical for most traditional Japanese hotels. We hope to go back someday! We had a relaxing, lovely stay and enjoyed getting to know the owner and her family and explore the Lake Biwa area. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5A5CBC36029EADD986D933ECD254AF7220139F6A1680616936772.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4A3A4EC82CF7BDC3892DE69DAE35A5BB324190CD1680616936955.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7F53903E98C7333585061D3CFF2E2065F88A6AD31680616943098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0E4620E44BCB8ACB84794C96CCA9004A466BAA011680616933429.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Brielle Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ?? 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities 全てが良かった ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7fd24299-edc1-48d5-a0f0-94c4c9b168f3-1756249200721.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### ?? Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### けいこ 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 偶然ネットで見つけ、予約しました。 市街地に近かったので、食事を心配することもなく、老夫婦には気軽に楽しい旅行ができました。 ##### けいこ Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### chiou 12 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 美好而溫馨的旅宿 剛好在淡季入住，以致我們成了包棟入住，屋內的暖氣、澡堂還是給得很足，感覺對店主有點不好意思。招待的是日本夫妻，老婆的英文還不錯，老公好像英文不太好。櫃檯、澡堂有營業服務時間，夜間出入也有門禁時間，就需要用密碼鎖出入。雖然我們的和式房沒有附廁所，但店主貼心的將房間安排在離廁所及茶水間很近的地方。周遭的賣店有點距離，如果沒有開車前往，記得要先自備一些需要的食物。位置緊鄰琵琶湖畔及沙灘，如果夏天這裡一定很熱鬧！！是值得再次造訪的地方！ ##### chiou Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ???? 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 公共交通機関で行くには不便な場所です。 ##### ???? Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ?? 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 숙소 바로 앞 해변이라 좋습니다. 좀 오래된 건물 이지만 부분 리모델링으로 전체적으로 깨끗합니다. 다음에도 방문하고 의사 있습니다. ##### ?? Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### inok 25 Jan 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 여기 숙소의 가장 큰 장점은 호수 앞에 있는 것과 매우 친절하다는것입니다 숙소가 오래되어 청결 문제가 있습니다 에어컨이 더러웠기에 밤새 히터를 틀었을때 공기가 너무 안좋았습니다 ##### inok Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### ?? 7 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 湖のほとりにあっていい景色が眺められます。 お正月に素泊まりしたのでお忙しかったのでしょう。朝イチのお風呂では床に髪がたくさん落ちてました。 食事をいただいてないので、また泊まった際にコメントします。 チェックアウト時には現金で、と言われました。 私のチェック漏れなのかもしれません。 ##### ?? Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### ヨシロウ 13 Dec 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities 近くに食事施設がない ##### ヨシロウ Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### YAU WAH 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 整潔，提供免費單車，環境一流 ##### YAU WAH Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 7 May 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### 壁が薄い？ 隣の部屋で夜遅くまで宴会をやっており寝れませんでした。 サービスはとても良いです。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Wai hing Rean 1 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 屋主很親切，屋內布置很照顧有小朋友的家庭。 ##### Wai hing Rean Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MINGWEI 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 十分用心的日式飯店 距離車站走路有些距離，但是環境、服務⋯一切體驗都能感受到他們用心。 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3110DF9ABA1224437BF3AFA31D2FBCE1B98421C01682340673209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/FD091D2E6E225AF1C102030DF4A95FA0F6857A3A1682340672830.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/769696A05E8C9ADEF27AD3FD652C6A3AC28A337A1682340672203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### MINGWEI Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 秋の琵琶湖 ツインの洋室に宿泊しました。 アジアンランプがベットサイドにあり、シンプルだけど落ち着く良い感じの部屋でした。 オーナーも奥さんも感じの良い方で、お話した印象も良かったです。 ロビーのインテリアも家族子ども向けの雰囲気であたたかい感じでした。 窓から見える琵琶湖が素敵でした。 湖畔の散歩も時期が秋で静かで宿泊して良かったです。 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D90F7FF91D8D5A6E857C38F41A6E755AE6A7C6391669189416558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5B26CC1A5916E77F456AA5EC29CFA4DD68E0CADC1669189411605.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/DEF06939827AFC5B5B6563DCDD23092E7AA75FB81669189412821.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5A343BF2032854C68086AF37C4AC6FDD5BF620C81669189406265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 24 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness #### サプライズでよかった お風呂が大きくよい(^.^)夕食を出せない日があるので、あらかじめ情報がありますとありがたいです、ただしまちまでは、たくしいで最低料金です、 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Shuhei 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Shuhei Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gyeongryeong 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Gyeongryeong Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark 20 Dec 2024 ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Hitomu 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service ##### Hitomu Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ## 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