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title: "View Lodge Biwa, Otsu: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "View Lodge Biwa in Otsu: rated 8.3 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Inn · ★★
# View Lodge Biwa

Imakatata 3-chome, Otsu, Japan

8.3 ·  Very good 93 reviews ·  #14 #14 of 30 in Otsu ·  4.4/5 on Google, 145 reviews ·  7.0 Location score
## About View Lodge Biwa

View Lodge Biwa is an inn in Imakatata 3-chome, Otsu, Japan. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 93 reviews. Facilities include spa, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 7.1 km from the centre of Otsu. The nearest beach is 30 m away. The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 59 km away.

- **Type:** Inn

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 16:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 15

- **Floors:** 2

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 1

3-24-7 Imakatata, Otsu-shi [vl-biwa.com](https://vl-biwa.com/)

## How View Lodge Biwa scores

Better rated than 57% of hotels in Otsu

-   Guest rating **8.3**
-   Location **7.0**
-   Beach access **10.0**
-   Public transport **6.9**

Otsu average

## Rating on Google

4.4/5

145 Google reviews

-   5★49%
-   4★32%
-   3★15%
-   2★3%
-   1★0%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

SpaFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Spa
-   Hot tub

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   In-room safe

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **19**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **3**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">真野浜</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">30 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">真野駅</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">730 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">12 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">59 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">133 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Otsu</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   琵琶湖大橋1.3 km
-   びわこスカイアドベンチャー1.6 km
-   めっちゃさわれる動物園1.7 km
-   精工舎時計クラブ1.8 km
-   軍艦みかさミュージアム1.8 km

## View Lodge Biwa: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The lodge offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring safety deposit boxes are available to cater to your requirements. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The lodge is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at lodge, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. In select rooms, the lodge offers visitors access to a refrigerator. Snack vending machines operate around the clock, providing you with easy access to treats regardless of the hour. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at View Lodge Biwa. Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at hot tub and spa for a memorable experience.

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## Compare View Lodge Biwa with nearby hotels

Similar hotels within 3 km. Open a match-up to see where each one wins.

-   [Yadoya Kiyomiso](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/yadoya-kiyomiso-otsu/) Ryokan ★★ 60 m away
    
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## Questions about View Lodge Biwa

### How do guests rate View Lodge Biwa?

View Lodge Biwa has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 93 reviews, which is better than 57% of rated hotels in Otsu.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at View Lodge Biwa?

Check-in starts at 16:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Is there parking at View Lodge Biwa?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is View Lodge Biwa from the airport?

The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 59 km away in a straight line.

### Is View Lodge Biwa close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 30 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does View Lodge Biwa have?

View Lodge Biwa has 15 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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