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An infinity pool with a view of the sea, a covered seating area, and a stone deck.

A dining table set with various dishes and teapots, overlooking a body of water through large windows.

A hot tub with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a bed, and sliding doors.

1. Biwako Grand Hotel

3.9 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Christa

฿5,349

฿5,948 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern building with large windows, a reflective pool, and a tree in the foreground.

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a small indoor pool, and a wooden chair.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the sea.

A modern interior with a glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water and mountains. Inside, there is a round table with two chairs and a sofa with cushions.

2. Biwako Ryokusuitei

4.1 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Jenny

฿7,578

฿8,400 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, a sign reading "HOTEL BOSTON PLAZA", and a display of packaged goods.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase with wooden railings, and a sign for the Liberty hotel.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of buildings.

3. Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

6 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Hiroki

฿2,179

฿2,636 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass wall with signage, and an escalator.

A modern building with a sign reading "VESSEL INN".

A traditional Japanese building with a red and white exterior, surrounded by trees and illuminated lanterns.

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

4. Vessel Inn Shiga Moriyama Station

5.9 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Julie

฿1,800

฿2,178 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern indoor pool with large windows, wooden paneling, and a reflection of trees and plants.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, wooden stools, seating area, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, wooden paneling, and a long counter with various amenities.

5. Hotel Route Inn Kusatsuritto Rittointer -Ritto inter Kokudo 1gou

8 km from Lake Biwa Museum

฿2,625

฿2,887 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and wooden beams.

An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, seating area, and a small water feature.

A wooden ceiling structure with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

A park with a large tree, a bicycle path, and a view of a bridge over water.

6. Koke Musu inn

8.9 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Damian

฿1,608

฿1,769 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A wedding ceremony with a bride in a white dress, aisle lined with floral arrangements and candles, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A tall, modern building with a glass facade and a curved base.

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

7. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

8.6 km from Lake Biwa Museum

TSUBASA

฿2,994

฿3,722 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hot spring area with wooden walkways, rocks, and a stone pool.

A traditional Japanese-style garden with a pathway leading to a building with a wooden exterior and a tiled entrance.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

8. Biwako Hanakaido

4.3 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Alex

฿10,699

฿11,832 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A large, circular building with a flat roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved road.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with trees and a stone bridge.

A serene garden with a pond, rocks, and trees illuminated at night.

A bonsai tree display with a traditional stone lantern and a wooden platform.

9. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

14 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Sherif

฿3,699

฿4,679 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

The exterior of the Urban Hotel Minami-Kawazu with a clear entrance, signage, and a visible elevator.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a seating area with two black leather ottomans.

A modern restaurant with a long communal table, bar stools, and a counter with various food items.

A sunset over a calm body of water with a beach in the foreground.

10. Urban Hotel Minami Kusatsu

Minamikusatsu, 7.7 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Abdulhamid

฿2,258

฿2,484 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A dining table with breakfast items, a teapot, and a view of a lush garden.

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

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

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

11.7 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Peter

฿10,622

฿11,685 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel reception area with a 'FRONT' sign above the counter, a digital screen displaying room rates, and a blue-lit reception desk.

A public washroom with two sinks, a drying machine, and a toilet.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wall-mounted phone, and a window with curtains.

A long, narrow hallway with doors on both sides, a patterned floor, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

12. Toyoko Inn Biwako Line Minami Kusatsu Station

Minamikusatsu, 7.8 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Issei

฿1,965

฿2,162 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure, elevated platform, and lanterns.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a tea set, and a view of trees through a shoji screen.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a tea set, and two rocking chairs facing a large window with a view of autumn trees and a house.

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden bench, a red umbrella, and a building with a circular window.

13. Heihachi Tea House Inn

13.2 km from Lake Biwa Museum

"This is the perfect place for an authentic Japanese experience. The staff are wonderful and the meals are superb. Tranquil surroundings with a 5 star multi-course meals each day for breakfast and dinner. The sauna and hot baths were great for winding down after a day of touring. Touring was easy because bus lines and train lines are nearby. We were sorry to leave the Tea House and really hope to return some day. "

Raheem

฿19,105

฿21,015 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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.

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

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

14.7 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Roselyn

฿8,659

฿10,953 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery and a sailboat.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a framed photograph on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.

15. Kamo Residences by Reflections

15.7 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Marc

฿25,920

฿28,511 total

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

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

16. Giappo Franca Kyoto

15.9 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Mariana

฿3,051

฿3,356 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern multi-story building with a curved roof, balconies, and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, a bed with a wooden headboard, and a large mirror.

17. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

15.7 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Simon

฿5,854

฿6,440 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a contemporary interior design.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a seating area with a table, and a view of a natural landscape.

18. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

15.5 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Brittany

฿5,010

฿6,227 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden fence, stone lanterns, and a variety of plants.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a window with a view of a bonsai tree.

A traditional Japanese garden with bamboo, a small pond, and stone lanterns.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a balcony, and a small garden area.

19. Ryokan MOTONAGO

16.2 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Robert

฿9,356

฿10,292 total

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A restaurant with a large black grill in the foreground, a table and chairs, and a view of the street with cars and trees outside.

A corridor with a patterned wall and large windows offering a view of buildings.

A restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs. There is a buffet area with various food items and beverages. The room has a modern design with wooden accents and large windows.

A reception area with a counter, a bench, a plant, and a vending machine.

20. Hotel 21

6.4 km from Lake Biwa Museum

Hironori

฿2,046

฿2,250 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Biwako Grand Hotel	8.8 Excellent 100 reviews	View
Biwako Ryokusuitei	9.2 Wonderful 598 reviews	View
Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Vessel Inn Shiga Moriyama Station	9.0 Wonderful 480 reviews	View
Hotel Route Inn Kusatsuritto Rittointer -Ritto inter Kokudo 1gou	9.0 Wonderful 111 reviews	View

Top Lake Biwa Museum Hotel Reviews

Yumotokan

10/10 Excellent

"The amenities are endless. The staff are amazing. We didn't want to leave."

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"

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the place, very quiet, tucked away from busy Kyoto. The onsen in our garden is fantastic. The stuff is very nice and professional."

moksa Rebirth Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely adored my stay here only wish it was longer. Nicely remote because I find the tourists in Kyoto quite overwhelming and the sauna was lovely. Breakfast was also amazing and they accommodated my allergies without stress."

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

10/10 Excellent

"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

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."

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

10/10 Excellent

"The traditional Japanese rooms are enjoyable and make your stay something else, if possible get a room with a outdoor hinoki bath they're amazing."

Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful friendly. "

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Museum

Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Kusatsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Sagawa Art Museum

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sagawa Art Museum during your trip to Moriyama. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Ogoto Onsen

8.4/10 (25 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ogoto Onsen during your travels to Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Moriyama Firefly Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Moriyama Firefly Museum in Moriyama. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Zenryuji Temple

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Zenryuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Moriyama. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Ukimido

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ukimido. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Kozokunosato Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kozokunosato Museum during your travels in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Izu Shrine

Izu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa Museum?

Lake Biwa Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Kusatsu known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. You'll find 40 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Biwa Museum?

Biwako Grand Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Biwa Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Biwako Ryokusuitei and Yumotokan.

How many hotels are there close to Lake Biwa Museum?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Biwa Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Biwa Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Lake Biwa Museum.

What can I see and do near Lake Biwa Museum?

Study the collections at Sagawa Art Museum, Moriyama Firefly Museum or Kozokunosato Museum. Sights like Kusatsujuku Honjin and Former Chikurin-in Temple highlight some of the local culture. Spend some time wandering around Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden, Kyu Chikurinin Garden and Yabasekihan Island Park.

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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Museum hotels

1. Biwako Grand Hotel

2. Biwako Ryokusuitei

3. Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

4. Vessel Inn Shiga Moriyama Station

5. Hotel Route Inn Kusatsuritto Rittointer -Ritto inter Kokudo 1gou

6. Koke Musu inn

7. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

8. Biwako Hanakaido

9. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

10. Urban Hotel Minami Kusatsu

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

12. Toyoko Inn Biwako Line Minami Kusatsu Station

13. Heihachi Tea House Inn

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

15. Kamo Residences by Reflections

16. Giappo Franca Kyoto

17. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

18. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

19. Ryokan MOTONAGO

20. Hotel 21

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Top Lake Biwa Museum Hotel Reviews

Yumotokan

Biwako Hotel

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

moksa Rebirth Hotel

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

Other attractions near Lake Biwa Museum

Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden

Sagawa Art Museum

Ogoto Onsen

Moriyama Firefly Museum

Zenryuji Temple

Ukimido

Kozokunosato Museum

Izu Shrine

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