The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Biwa Canal in Kyoto for 2026

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1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

0.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Celine

AED 326

AED 360 total

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Private Vacation Home (KAGIYA) | Exterior

Private Vacation Home (KOUJIYA) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Private Vacation Home (YOROZUYA) | Terrace/patio

Private Vacation Home (MARUYA) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

0.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Derek

AED 537

AED 591 total

24 Sep - 25 Sep

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Hemmo

AED 242

AED 300 total

9 Sep - 10 Sep

4. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

0.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

"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...

Paul

AED 196

AED 216 total

14 Sep - 15 Sep

Japanese Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

5. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Dwayne

AED 226

AED 249 total

24 Sep - 25 Sep

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Terrace, Mountain View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Terrace, Mountain View | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

6. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Brandi

AED 1,109

AED 1,219 total

9 Oct - 10 Oct

Executive Suite, King Double Bed, Non Smoking (51 Sqm) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Executive Suite, Hollywood Twin Bed, Non Smoking (54 Sqm) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar (free items), in-room safe

Junior Suite, Double Bed, Non Smoking (33 Sqm) | Living area

7. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurt

AED 1,501

AED 1,651 total

10 Sep - 11 Sep

Suite | WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

Lodge Style Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

8. Yadoya Lodge

Sakyo Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Bonnie

AED 582

AED 641 total

21 Sep - 22 Sep

106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

9. SOWAKA

Gion, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

sonia

AED 2,258

AED 2,483 total

17 Sep - 18 Sep

Panoramic Suite, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

10. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

julie

AED 2,819

AED 3,101 total

10 Sep - 11 Sep

Hanare - private cottage | In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated

In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated

11. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Sakyo Ward, 6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Michael

AED 2,622

AED 3,173 total

16 Sep - 17 Sep

Queen Room with Shower, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Twin with Bath, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

12. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Agnesa

AED 228

AED 251 total

14 Sep - 15 Sep

13. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Kurtis

AED 372

AED 409 total

9 Sep - 10 Sep

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 6.3 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Roselyn

AED 999

AED 1,264 total

9 Sep - 10 Sep

Quad Double Bed Suite | Down comforters, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Okazaki, 6.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Quinn

AED 267

AED 293 total

15 Sep - 16 Sep

16. Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Higashiyama Ward, 6.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Craig

AED 360

AED 775 total

9 Sep - 10 Sep

CAMPTON KIYOMIZU 1 (with wooden bathtub),Semi-double bed x2 for 2 people, Futon for the others | Down comforters, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

CAMPTON KIYOMIZU 7 (with wooden bathtub),King bed x1 for 2 people, Futon for the others | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

17. Campton Kiyomizu

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

"Campton Kiyomizu is a traditional Japanese hotel conveniently located in the old town center of Kyoto. There was a near-by grocery store open 24 hours, which we frequented, and taxis were always available. The rooms were spacious, beds comfortable, and all areas were very clean. It even had a washing machine. They gave us comfortable pajamas which we ended up purchasing. Our host, Masao, provided outstanding service, accommodating our every need, including coordinating the luggage...

Ruth

AED 1,808

AED 2,000 total

11 Sep - 12 Sep

Luxury Suite 101 | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar (free items), in-room safe

18. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Okazaki, 6.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal

Launi

AED 1,692

AED 1,908 total

12 Sep - 13 Sep

House, 1 King Bed (Ninenzaka) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

19. Park Hyatt Kyoto

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7.1 km from Lake Biwa Canal

yushuo

AED 4,765

AED 6,028 total

9 Sep - 10 Sep

20. Kyonoyado Senkakubettei

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 7 km from Lake Biwa Canal

"Great host and communication. The house is cozy and it had everything we needed. The air conditioning was great in the Japanese heatwave. In just under 10 minutes, you can walk to some of the nicest streets in Kyoto with temples and cafes. However, everything around there closes quite early and becomes really quiet - so be aware if it’s not your vibe. Not a big deal for me, though. The only real issue is that the property is not very accessible: the closest bust stop is about 15 min away and...

João

AED 328

AED 361 total

10 Sep - 11 Sep

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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
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu	8.0 Very Good 666 reviews	View
Rinn Niomon	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View

Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"I can tell all the amenities are top notch here. One thing is the the air conditioning system needs to be cleaned."

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"The bakery"

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at the Cross Hotel in Kyoto. Everything about it was perfect: location, food, hotel space. I had contacted the hotel in advance of our stay with questions and received quick responses. During our stay, we rented bikes and the hotel helped us keep these safe overnight. We still think about the daily breakfast, as no other hotels in hotel matched the variety and quality they offered. We can’t wait to go back!"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, clean room and grounds, friendly staff. I definitely enjoyed my stay here!"

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location close to main train station plenty of places to eat and drink"

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

10/10 Excellent

"From the moment we got out of the taxi everything was wonderful and the staff exceptional."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! Room was well maintained, clean, and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful! Location was great, with many dining and shopping options all around. Metro, train, and bus stop locations were only a short walk. Would recommend this hotel!"

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this hotel - the only thing i will say is that try to ask for a room not facing the main road. There is a fire station there and it does get loud during the night. Also the beds are way too soft. Overall though lovely hotel with amenities"

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

10/10 Excellent

"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a trip 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 browsing 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 browsing the exhibits at Otsu City Museum of History during your travels in 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 exploring the galleries in Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art during your travels 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 studying the exhibits at Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion during your travels in 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, check out the 13 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's 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 traveler 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 will I find close to Lake Biwa Canal?

Expedia has 13 hotels and other accommodations 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 reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Lake Biwa Canal.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Biwa Canal?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Lake Biwa Canal, click here.

What can I see and do near Lake Biwa Canal?

Otsu City Science Museum, Mount Hiei, and Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art 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 transportation options, seeing all of the area near Lake Biwa Canal is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like Higashino Station, Keihan Yamashina, and Yamashina Station. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Shinomiya Station.

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

4. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

5. Rinn Niomon

6. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

7. Shikikaboku

8. Yadoya Lodge

9. SOWAKA

10. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

11. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

12. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

13. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

16. Sanjoubou Sansou villa

17. Campton Kiyomizu

18. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

19. Park Hyatt Kyoto

20. Kyonoyado Senkakubettei

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Top Lake Biwa Canal Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

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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