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Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

1.0 star property
Beach hostel with bar/lounge, near Lake Biwa

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Nestled near Lake Biwa, Youth Hostel Wanihama Seinen Kaikan offers a tranquil retreat with lush gardens and lively bars. Enjoy self parking, unwind in the lobby with a TV, or grab a snack from the vending machine.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (9)

  • Near the beach
  • Bar/lounge
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (4)

  • Children stay free
  • Garden
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free self parking
The current price is CNY249
CNY274 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View

Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese-style Villa

Japanese-style Villa

  • Beach view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Japanese-style Room

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

Economy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
403 Waniminamihama, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0523

What's nearby

  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Ogoto Onsen - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 41 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 44 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 73 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 108 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 118 min drive
  • Ogotoonsen station - 16 min drive
  • Biwako-Hamaotsu Station - 18 min drive
  • Kamisakaemachi Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪マクドナルド びわ湖大橋店 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪天下一品 堅田店 (Tenkaippin) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪麺屋こころ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪四季三食 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪くら寿司 堅田店 - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Biwa. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 2 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Ski runs nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Fan

Freshen up

  • Towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International

Also known as

Youth Hostel Wanihama seinen kaikan Otsu

Frequently asked questions

Does Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowboarding and skiing. Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA also has a garden.

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Reviews

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

clean
Brett, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hui en, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

1-night trip