Michigan Cruise ÔÇô The Michigan is Lake Biwa's most famous cruise boat. Relax and watch the spectacular scenery of Lake Biwa as it goes by. Three tour route from 1 hour to 2 hours, and the port is just a few steps away from the hotel. Biwako Valley ÔÇô Adventure Spot with Sky Walker, Biwako Terrace, Activities and Attractions. Enjoy various outdoor activities and the Zip Line in summer as well as Kansai's leading ski field boasting nine diverse courses in winter. Approximately 1 hour by car from Biwako Hotel. Mount Hiei Enryaku-ji Temple ÔÇô World Cultural Heritage and Headquarters of the Tendai Sect of Japanese Buddhism. Easy access by drive way(approximately 40 minutes from the hotel), it is comparatively easy to make it to the top pf the Mountain. You can also experience what it is like to be trained at the temple, including Zen meditation and other activities.
Biwako hotel was originally opened in 1934 as the first resort hotel in the region, then moved to the the southern end of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest inland lake, in 1998. Uniquely designed by C├®sar Pelli, the compositional feature of the complex is a series of curves set parallel to the shoreline to maximize views of the lake.Spacious and modern guest rooms are all facing to the water, and each room has a private balcony. It is a perfect place to nest for a getaway vacation, romantic holiday, or even for intensive meetings!Just 10 minutes train ride from JR Kyoto station to JR Otsu station, the hotel is another few minutes away by the hotel shuttle. There are total of 9 restaurants, cafe and bar in the hotel, from casual Italian to traditional Japanese, and Teppanyaki Steak.
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: 20% of the total contract value from the date of signing the contract to 90 days prior to the arrival date, 50% from 89 days to 60days, 80% from 59 days to 14 days, 100% after 13 days to prior to the arrival date. Typical Group Deposit: 20% of the total quotation Total Taxes: 10.00% Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) City Tax: 150.00 Per Night (Per person)
Kansai International Airport (KIX): 75 minutes by airport express train 'Haruka', 85 minutes by an airport limousine bus to JR Kyoto station, then transfer to a local train Biwako line to Otsu station (two stops, 10 minutes ride). There is a free hotel shuttle from the Otsu station to the hotel. (5 minutes ride)Osaka Itami Airport: 55 minutes by an airport limousine bus to JR Kyoto station, then transfer to a local train Biwako line to Otsu station (two stops, 10 minutes ride). There is a free hotel shuttle from the Otsu station to the hotel. (5 minutes ride) Local Shuttle Info: Complementary shuttle runs every 15 minutes between Otsu station and the hotel (a short 5 minutes ride)
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Free Wi-Fi in all guest rooms, lobby, restaurants and banquet/meeting room area
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
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Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent  |
Classroom  |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape  |
Boardroom  |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater  |
Reception  |
Regist. Desk  |
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| MEETING ROOM | L x W x H (Feet)0 x 0 x 0 | Size (sqft.) 43 | Banquet 5'/6 --/-- | Crescent -- | Classroom -- | Hollow Square -- | U-Shape -- | Boardroom -- | Convention --/-- | Theater -- | Reception -- | Regist. Desk -- |
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MEETING ROOM
DetailsRoom Type General Meeting RoomTotal Size 462.8 Sq. Mi Dimensions 0 x 0 x 0 M. Floor Level Natural Light? No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities AvailableNA |
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Combination of Western and Japanese Buffet breakfast at 'The Garden Restaurant' from 7:00 am to 10:00 am. Menu items includes fresh salad bar, made-to-order omelet station, and variety of local dishes using Shiga prefectures local ingredients.Adult : JPY2,600Children age 5 - 12: JPY1,300Children age 4 and under: Free
