10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Lake Biwa Canal in Kyoto from NZ$142

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A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.

A traditional Japanese inn with tatami mat flooring, wooden sliding doors, and a long corridor leading to a reception area.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, a balcony with tatami mats, and a garden with various plants and a stone pathway.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with rocks and a small tree.

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

0.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Celine

NZ$178

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a sofa, a table with hats, and a lamp.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bed in the background.

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Derek

NZ$349

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of a body of water and mountains through large windows.

A modern room with a large window offering a view of the sea and distant mountains.

A modern hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and a glass facade reflecting the surroundings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a table with a bottle.

3. Biwako Hotel

1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Ming Fai

NZ$279

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

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.

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

TSUBASA

NZ$142

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A tatami mat room with a low wooden table and cushions.

A modern building with a traditional entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

A garden with a wooden fence, gravel path, and various plants.

5. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Dwayne

NZ$225

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.

A dining area with tables set for service, chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

6. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Philip

NZ$1,309

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

7. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

NZ$606

25 Oct - 26 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.

8. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurt

NZ$824

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

A bar area with a view of a forest through large windows, bar stools, and a variety of glassware and bottles on the counter.

A modern spa area with a large bathtub, seating, and a view of a bamboo garden through large glass doors.

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

Sakyo Ward, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Peter

NZ$603

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a person reading.

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

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Mariana

NZ$165

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-level wooden staircase leading to a lower level with a garden area visible through glass railings.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, low tables, and cushions.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a rock garden, and a view of a bamboo forest through a shoji screen.

A room with a wooden bench, a window with vertical blinds, and a view of a garden with a stone path.

11. Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

Gion, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

William

NZ$823

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A modern bathroom with a large vessel sink, a handheld showerhead, and a separate bathtub.

12. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

NZ$151

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window overlooking a wooden fence and greenery.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

13. SOWAKA

Gion, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

sonia

NZ$2,420

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 6.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

NZ$623

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A corridor with glass display cases, a bench, and a potted plant.

A modern interior with a wooden table, black chairs, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden accents, and a view of the outdoors.

A covered walkway with glass walls, surrounded by trees with green and autumn leaves.

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurtis

NZ$237

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a view of a traditional building.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, an air conditioning unit, a window with blinds, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with a TV, and sliding doors.

A narrow alleyway between traditional wooden buildings with tiled roofs and a stone pathway.

16. Kiyomizu Machiya Inn

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Garrett

NZ$386

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, bamboo, and a wooden fence.

A garden with a stone lantern, rocks, and various plants.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a television on the left.

A bedroom with two beds, wooden flooring, a sloped ceiling, and a window with vertical blinds.

17. Machiya Ando

Higashiyama Ward, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Jacquelin

NZ$394

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A breakfast bar with various food items and condiments.

A hotel sign with the name 'KOKO HOTEL' against a modern building facade.

A hotel sign with the name "KOKO HOTEL" and a vertical wooden fence in the background.

18. KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

Sakyo Ward, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Hiromi

NZ$147

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A building with multiple floors, a staircase leading to the entrance, and surrounding trees.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a long table, and chairs, overlooking a traditional pagoda through large windows.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape and a pagoda.

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

julie

NZ$1,923

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a view of greenery through the window.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a window with vertical blinds.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and artwork on the walls.

A modern interior with a wooden table, a flat-screen TV, and a wall with framed artwork.

20. Shikinean Gion Shirakawa

Gion, 7.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Chad

NZ$772

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Canal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 121 reviews	View
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Biwako Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 695 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Rinn Niomon	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Okura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding location was the major factor for us. Would definitely stay there again."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"The buffet breakfast is a must to try. Onsen is very comfortable to enjoy."

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Cleanliness everywhere. Staff always helpful and friendly. Spectacular views from roof terrace. Very well situated for visiting Old Kyoto and the Gion area. Our room was equipped with all the essential amenities, and quiet. Thank you for a relaxing visit."

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

10/10 Excellent

"The best hotel out of 6 we stayed in during our trip. What’s not to love: a fabulous welcome with a lovely complimentary welcome drink, room was beautiful and spacious, skin care packages , beautiful products for showering, very clean modern and well maintained, super friendly staff, amazing service and the most delicious breakfast. We will be back !!"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was a beautiful hotel. Lovely staff, nice entrance, room was stunning and the bed was huge! Was like a retreat at the end of the day. The breakfast options were great and a nice area to eat in. The hot foot bath in the courtyard was a winner for our tired feet at the end of the day. Would definitely stay here again."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean bed and pillows were not the greatest it was right in the shopping area food drinks shopping near train station and bus stations. Room was ok for size"

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good

"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a really nice part of the city."

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.

Top Hotels Near Lake Biwa Canal in Kyoto from NZ$142

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Biwako Hotel

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

5. Rinn Niomon

6. Hotel Chourakukan

7. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

8. Shikikaboku

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

11. Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

12. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

13. SOWAKA

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

16. Kiyomizu Machiya Inn

17. Machiya Ando

18. KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

20. Shikinean Gion Shirakawa

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Okura Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Biwako Hotel

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

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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