琵琶湖グランドホテル京近江 is a 3-star family-friendly hotel featuring an indoor mineral hot spring and an open-air bath. The property offers free shuttle service from Ogoto Onsen Station and includes amenities such as a garden and arcade/game room.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at 琵琶湖グランドホテル京近江 feature air conditioning, seating areas, and flat-screen TVs. Family rooms are equipped with shared bathroom facilities, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle. Guest amenities include a trouser press and bath/shower options.
Dining Options
The on-site restaurant serves meals made with seasonal ingredients from the sea. Nearby dining options include Gusto Ogoto and Biwako Hanakaido, just a short distance away. A variety of local restaurants are also available within walking distance.
Leisure & Nearby Attractions
琵琶湖グランドホテル京近江 offers guests access to public bath/onsen services, open 24 hours. The indoor mineral hot springs provide a relaxing experience, while the garden area enhances the leisure options. Nearby landmarks include Lake Biwa and the Sagawa Art Museum.
Services & Transportation
Complimentary shuttle service from Ogoto Onsen Station facilitates easy transportation for guests. The hotel is situated within a 15-minute drive of Kanda Shrine and other cultural sites like Enryakuji Temple. Additional attractions include Raigo-ji Temple and the Lake Biwa Museum.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Amazing Views!
“The ladies' panoramic bath offered an amazing sunrise view over Biwako, making it a rejuvenating experience unlike any other.” view full review
Delicious Dinner!
“The dinner was truly really good in taste and presentation. Be sure to book with your room, as it's the best culinary experience available!” view full review
Convenient Provision!
“Having a Lawson's on site was incredibly helpful for any last-minute snacks or essentials, making our stay even more convenient.” view full review
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
70%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Nice rooms
Great karaoke
Dirty balconies
Language barrier
7.0/10
Very good
Rooms
7.6
Location
8.2
Service
5.2
Dining
5.0
Guest reviews
7.0/10
based on 5 reviews
7.5
7.5/10 based on 46 reviews
Jason
United States,
December
2024
7.0/10
The hotel is well-located and has nice rooms, but there are a few quirks. The balconies could use some cleaning to remove the spider webs, and while the public onsen is nice, encountering a few cockroaches was unexpected. The karaoke was a fun touch, but communication was a bit of a challenge since the staff only spoke Japanese. Overall, it feels more suited for Japanese speakers, making it a little tricky for non-Japanese guests.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were nice and comfortable, with everything in working order.
Service
5.0
The staff were smiling and polite, but communication was limited as they only spoke Japanese.
Location
8.0
The hotel is in a nice location, making it convenient for various activities.
Dining
Facilities
6.0
The public onsen was a good experience, but had some unexpected insect encounters.
Daniel
United States,
October
2024
7.4/10
The hotel has a nice location with comfortable rooms, but be prepared for a few quirks. The balconies had spiders, making it an adventure to enjoy a smoke outside, and I encountered a few cockroaches in the onsen, which is to be expected. The staff was friendly, but communication was limited since they only spoke Japanese. It's a great stay if you can navigate without help in English or other languages.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were nice and comfortable, everything worked fine.
Service
6.0
The staff was smiling and friendly, but they only communicated in Japanese.
Location
8.0
The location is quite decent, making it easy to explore the area.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
The public onsen was good, though there were some insects, which might be a downside for some.
Thomas
United States,
October
2024
6.8/10
The hotel has a nice location and pleasant rooms, although I did encounter a few issues. The balconies were a bit alarming with spider activity, making it an 'adventure' to enjoy a smoke in the evening. While the public onsen was decent, I unexpectedly came across some cockroaches—probably normal for an outdoor setting, but a bit unsettling. If you can speak Japanese, this place might be a star in your book; otherwise, it's a bit challenging with the language barrier.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are nice and generally well-kept, but the balconies could use some cleaning up.
Service
5.0
The employees had friendly smiles, but the language barrier made communication difficult since they only spoke Japanese.
Location
8.0
It's situated in a nice area, which was convenient for exploring, but that wasn't the highlight of my stay.
Dining
Facilities
Nice rooms
Dirty balconies
David
United States,
October
2024
6.6/10
The hotel's location is nice, and the rooms are comfortable, but there are some issues. The balconies were a bit creepy with spiders, plus the public onsen had some uninvited guests. While the karaoke was a fun addition, communication is tricky if you don’t speak Japanese. For Japanese speakers, this place might feel like a 5-star experience; for everyone else, it might drop to a 3-star level.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were nice and comfortable, but the balcony situation was less appealing due to spider webs.
Service
5.0
The staff was smiling and seemed helpful, but they only spoke Japanese, making it tough for non-Japanese speakers.
Location
8.0
The location is pleasant and overall quite nice, but it comes with a few outdoor surprises.
Dining
Facilities
6.0
The public onsen was enjoyable, though encountering some local critters was part of the experience.
Clay
United States,
September
2024
7.2/10
This hotel has a lovely location and nice rooms that generally work well. However, I encountered several issues that need addressing. The balconies were rather messy with spider webs, making it a bit of a challenge to enjoy a night smoke. The public onsen was nice but I did spot some cockroaches, which was a little off-putting. The service was a downside for me, as the staff only spoke Japanese, limiting communication.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were nice and comfortable, everything was functioning well.
Service
5.0
The staff was smiling but only communicated in Japanese, which was challenging for non-speakers.
Location
9.0
The hotel is situated in a nice area, making it convenient for exploring.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
The karaoke was a fun perk, and the onsen was good despite a few bugs around.
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