Title: Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# Youth Hostel WANIHIMA\~Lakeside BIWA

Travelers find peaceful gardens and a welcoming lobby with TV at this Lake Biwa retreat where relaxation comes naturally in scenic surroundings

## Photo gallery for Youth Hostel WANIHIMA\~Lakeside BIWA

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- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Located near Lake Biwa, Youth Hostel Wanihama Seinen Kaikan provides a quiet getaway with beautiful gardens and vibrant bars nearby. Guests appreciate the self-parking option, can relax in the lobby with television, and have access to convenient vending machines for quick snacks.

## Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Bar

£45

31 Mar - 1 Apr

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## Room options

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2 beds

3+ beds

1 bed

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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### Twin Room

- 151 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds

### View all photos for Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View

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### Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View

- Lake view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 4 Single Futons

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- Beach view
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### Japanese-style Room

- 237 sq ft
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- 6 Single Futons

### Economy Single Room

- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed

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## About the area

Located in Otsu, Youth Hostel WANIHIMA\~Lakeside BIWA is in a national park and near the beach. Sagawa Art Museum and Lake Biwa Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pieri Moriyama Mall and Aeon Mall Kusatsu. Hiratopia and Mentai Park Biwako are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding. [Visit our Otsu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otsu.dx179215)

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403 Waniminamihama, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0523

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Kawaramachi Street  
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- Ogoto Onsen  
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### Getting around

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## About this property

### Youth Hostel WANIHIMA\~Lakeside BIWA

Hostel near Lake Biwa 

 Youth Hostel WANIHIMA\~Lakeside BIWA provides amenities, such as a garden and a bar. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 

Other perks include: 

- Free self-parking
- A TV in reception and a vending machine

Room features 

All guest rooms at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA\~Lakeside BIWA feature comforts, such as air conditioning. 

Extra conveniences in all rooms include: 

- Heating and fans

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking

### Food and drink

- A bar/lounge

### Things to do

- TV in common areas

### Conveniences

- Limited-hour front desk
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Vending machine

### Outdoors

- Direct access to the beach
- Garden
- In a national park

### More

- Designated smoking areas

## Room amenities

### Bathroom

- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- Flat-screen TV

### More

- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Heating

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM 

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours 

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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 (service animals welcome)

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 2 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

- Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM

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 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 

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 

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

Youth Hostel Wanihama seinen kaikan Otsu

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA pet-friendly?

### How much does it cost to stay at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?

### How much is parking at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?

### What time is check-in at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?

### What time is check-out at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?

### Where is Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA located?

### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

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## Reviews

## Youth Hostel WANIHIMA\~Lakeside BIWA Reviews

9.4

### Exceptional

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### 9.0

Cleanliness

### 8.0

Amenities

### 10

Staff & service

### 9.0

Property conditions & facilities

10 - Excellent

2

8 - Good

1

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

0

2 - Terrible

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## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Brett

23 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

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##### Brett

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Hui en

22 Feb 2026

##### Hui en

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

Verified

### 8/10 Good

#### Verified traveller

23 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

##### Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

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