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J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

1.0 star property
Lakefront hostel in Otsu with free parking

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Beach
Living area
BBQ/picnic area
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse, near Lake Biwa, offers a quiet getaway with practical amenities. Enjoy the garden, local dishes at the restaurant, and laundry facilities. The hostel provides WiFi and bike rentals—perfect for visiting the nearby Shirahige Shrine.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Air conditioning
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4 bathrooms
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  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

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Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

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  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Located in Otsu, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel is on a lake. Lake Biwa and Biwako Valley Ski Resort are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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931-1 Kitahira, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0503

What's nearby

  • Hiratopia - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Biwa - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Shirahige Shrine - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Ogoto Onsen - 24 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Omimaiko Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪焼肉バンバン - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪lulufe - ‬7 min drive
  • terrace cafe
  • ‪Ｒ cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • Grill Dining & Bar Haluka

About this property

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel

Hostel near Lake Biwa
Located close to Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Shirahige Shrine, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Towels fee: JPY 100 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel located?

Situated on a lake, this hostel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Biwa and within 6 mi (10 km) of Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Shirahige Shrine. Kanda Shrine and Ukimido are also within 12 mi (20 km). Omimaiko Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war besonders freundlich und hilfsbereit und das Zimmer sehr schön, groß und sauber
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmijn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was very clean and had everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

o

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とてもキレイでくつろげました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
非常に満足しています。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

YOSHIAKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ゆっくり出来ました。

ぐっすり休めました。 大浴場も最高でした。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Daisuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
洗面台を清潔にするための代布巾が
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

?

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
清潔感と静けさ、安価、琵琶湖の景色も素敵でした ただ一度目は必要なものと持っていかなくても良いものが分からなくて迷いました
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ショウジ

Liked: Cleanliness
この他値段
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Takanori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

琵琶湖岸の良い環境

廃校になった学校。利用した宿泊施設で大きな風呂もあり快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Atsushi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1人部屋でも広く、畳敷だったので落ち着くことができます。 大浴場も使えて満足しました。 徒歩圏内にコンビニくらいあると文句無しに優良なゲストハウスです！

10/10 Excellent

のどな

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
3000円でこれは最高。大学の友達と行きましたがめっちゃくちゃ楽しかった。お風呂にはリンスインシャンプーしかなくて髪がばりキッシキシのボンドみたいになったので、持参するべし！！でもその他は最高だった！！チャリも1時間以内なら100円なのでそれ借りたらコンビニに行けんこともない！ちょっと遠いが！
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kaito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
よかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

りく

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
安価ですが、全く問題なく滞在できました。ありがとうございました。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

HYOUN HEE

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
同じ部屋の人が夜中、部屋に入ったり、出たりでうるさくて中々眠れませんでした。 繁忙期にお安く休めたので仕方ないかと。 コインランドリーや大浴場は大変ありがたく、助かりました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For the price you pay, it’s good value for money. Great facilities, right near the lake and if you’re in a dorm your area is relatively large compared to most hostels. Only let down was the really uncomfortable pillow provided and there tends to be lots of noisy children as they host soccer camps.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Emmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfy hostel in quiet area

A cute hostel with comfortable rooms and a good shared kitchen. The best thing that I wasn’t expecting was the hot bath!! It isn’t too far from Kyoto but there is very little to do in the area.. maybe more fun during high season? But if you’re looking to stay somewhere a bit out of town for good money this certainly is the place!!! Very homely and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay:-)

Met lovely people. Eric was amazing, taking me to the shop to buy groceries and stopping at beautiful shrines in the one go. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

masaya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
大浴場か清潔でありがたすぎる。豊富な地下水を温めて利用しているのでしょう。入浴後、肌コンディションめっちゃいいです。 就寝スペースの広さも魅力的。3連泊ノーストレスでした。 ぜんぜん宿に責任ないのですが、最寄駅周辺の空き地のブタクサが放置繁茂状態で、花粉症だけ悪化しました。
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

YOSHIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
素泊まりでした。夜間の騒音もなく快適でした。 部屋の常夜灯が切れてたのと、冷蔵庫がなかったのが残念でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit of a walk from the station (if you go at night it is VERY dark, but still safe!) but the scenery is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Masami

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
HPでは、土日しか共同バスルームが使えないとなってましたが、金曜でも17:00から21:00で使用できました。 翌日はとても明るくてきれいで、お湯も循環式？できれいでした。湯船も4、5人がゆったり入れる、狭く無いお風呂でした。 あいにく朝食がやってなかったので、ビーチのカフェに食べに行きました。 個室に泊まりましたが、共用場所も夜中は静かで、とても安くて良いところだと思いました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Yohana

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated but convenient

The hotel was conveniently located near the bicycle route. Also, it the lake was walking distance. (5min) The place was outdated and charged for most complementary items like towel and tool brush. There are not restaurants near the establishment so ensure to bring food. The hostel restaurant had only two options to pick from.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

??

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
繁忙期なので仕方ないと思いますが、気になった点です。 □管理面／玄関口の履物、遊具類、□衛生面／流し台排水口のゴミ、分別ゴミ箱、ダスタ―、□マナ―面／話し声、足音、ドアー開閉、ソファでの仮眠、地べた座り
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

MASATOSHI

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

ドミトリーなので仕方有りませんが

ドミトリーなので仕方有りませんが、いびきすごかった・・・ いびきは仕方有りませんが、誰か分からないですが電子タバコ吸っていて臭いがしました、電子タバコでも喫煙所で吸ってもらいたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
If you are looking for a remote lake get away in northern Otsu this is ideal. This location suits the out door adventure types who want to be away from Otsu city. The lake was an amazing place to swim. What also would be a Great Lake side party atmosphere and relaxation with a group of friends. Amazing cleanliness despite the overall facility being quite old. However rooms and common room air conditioned which was a life saver in the hight of a Japanese summer. The Hostel is not located near any shops and not close to the train station so be prepared to do some serious walking or better rent a bike whilst you are there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024