Biwako Hanakaido - Otsu

Traditional Japanese ryokan with Lake Biwa views and hot-spring baths in Otsu

Dining

Biwako Hanakaido offers kaiseki traditional multi-course dinners featuring original dishes based on Kyoto cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and local specialities. The property also houses cafe hanakomachi and a soba noodle restaurant for alternative dining. Room service is available for guests who prefer to eat in their rooms.

Rooms

Japanese-style rooms have a tatami floor and traditional futon bedding, while Western rooms come with beds and a sofa. All rooms are soundproof and air-conditioned, fitted with a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and an attached bathroom. Select rooms offer a balcony with Lake Biwa views and private open-air hot-spring baths.

Onsen and Wellness

Biwako Hanakaido features outdoor and indoor hot-spring baths with gender-separate public sections, plus a sauna and massage services. Guests can rent a family bath for private use, providing a secluded soaking experience. The on-site spa offers massages at reasonable prices, with guests noting their relaxing effects.

Location and Transport

Located a 15-minute drive from Omi Jingu Shrine and Saikyo-ji Temple, Biwako Hanakaido Otsu is close to cultural heritage sites. A free shuttle runs to and from JR Ogoto-Onsen Station, a 5-minute ride away, making the hotel accessible by train. The shuttle service picks up guests at the station and drops them off upon departure.

Guest Services

The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a souvenir shop featuring local crafts. Biwako Hanakaido Lake Biwa provides yukatas for guests to wear during their stay, with options for females. Daily housekeeping and safety deposit boxes are available, and the property offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests.

• Dining: Kaiseki multi-course dinner with seasonal Kyoto ingredients
• Rooms: Tatami floors and private open-air hot-spring baths available
• Onsen: Indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths plus rentable family bath
• Transport: Free shuttle from JR Ogoto-Onsen Station
• Location: Near Omi Jingu Shrine and Saikyo-ji Temple
• Wellness: Sauna, massage services, and spa facilities

Licence number: 滋賀県指令大保1112号