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Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho

Hotel in Otsu

Set in Otsu and with Daigo-ji Temple reachable within 9.2 km, Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

J
Jason Tae Sun
From
Canada
A very traditional Japanese ryokan. Excellent, intimate facility with extremely kind and helpful staff. Breakfast was beautifully presented. You felt completely comfortable experiencing a slice of the real Japan, but with all the modern facilities. Beautiful location near Lake Biwa in the suburbs of Kyoto .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Price from
US$199.36
1 night, 2 adults

WeeklyHouse Biwako Otsu - Vacation STAY 19732v

Hotel in Otsu

Situated within 10 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 11 km of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Biwako Otsu - Vacation STAY 19732v features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$224.66
1 night, 2 adults

WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v

Hotel in Otsu

Set in Otsu, 10 km from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

N
Nick
From
United States
A beautiful, well thought out space. An amazing location near Biwa lake, and an extremely considerate host. This will be our goto space anytime we're in Kyoto and our recommendation to others.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$146.89
1 night, 2 adults

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Hotel in Otsu

Situated on the shores of Lake Biwa, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers rooms with lake views, 7 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Lake cruises are available in front of the hotel.

M
Michiko
From
United States
View of Lake Biwa and close to Kyoto. Staff and bus driver were were very polite.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,612 reviews
Price from
US$125.55
1 night, 2 adults

Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Otsu

Offering an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths and 6 restaurants and bars, Biwako Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station.

U
Urs
From
Japan
Everything was fine. Delicious Breakfast and the Club Lounge was excellent. The huge public bath was great for relaxing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews
Price from
US$168.21
1 night, 2 adults

Enmanin Sanmitsuden - Vacation STAY 03295v

Hotel in Otsu

Set within 12 km of Shoren-in Temple and 12 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Enmanin Sanmitsuden - Vacation STAY 03295v offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

K
Khajeh
From
Japan
The place was incredibly peaceful. It's situated near Bodai Temple, and in the morning, I accompanied some people in their worship rituals at the temple. Experiencing this Japanese-style garden worship was truly a new and enriching experience for me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$137.09
1 night, 2 adults

APA Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

Hotel in Otsu

Situated a 1-minute walk from JR Seta Train Station, APA Hotel Biwako Seta-Ekimae offers Western-style rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. It provides 24-hour reception and laundry facilities.

V
Vira
From
Canada
Everything was nice and clean. There was everything we needed and more. Super convenient location right next to JR train station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,109 reviews
Price from
US$86.68
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Alpha-One Otsu

Hotel in Otsu

Hotel Alpha-One Otsu is located in Otsu, 10 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 11 km from Shoren-in Temple. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has free bikes and a restaurant.

T
Touhooyee
From
Thailand
A single room with everything you need. There is an ice maker and a microwave near the elevator. From JR Otsu Station to the hotel, I can find the FOODS MARKET where I can grab breakfast before heading out for sightseeing and dinner when I return to the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
Price from
US$74.49
1 night, 2 adults

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Hotel in Otsu

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is set in Otsu, 9.4 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 10 km from Shoren-in Temple. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

J
Jane Ter
From
Malaysia
The hotel is at a strategic location. Not far from the train station and easy to find food around
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Price from
US$62.57
1 night, 2 adults

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Hotel in Otsu

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta is situated in Otsu, 17 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 18 km from Shoren-in Temple.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
US$56.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Otsu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

    Hotel Tetora Otsu Kyoto enjoys direct access to JR Otsu Station and 2 train stops from JR Kyoto Station. It offers Western-style rooms with a flat-screen TV and free wired internet access.

    From US$358.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

    Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is set in Otsu, 9.4 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 10 km from Shoren-in Temple. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

  • Temple-stay WAQOO Mii-dera Vacation STAY 7053 is set in Otsu, 11 km from Shoren-in Temple, 12 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, and 12 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple.

    From US$2,042.32 per night
  • Located 12 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 12 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple and 12 km from Heian Shrine, Temple-stay WAQOO Mii-dera Vacation STAY 7052 features accommodation set in Otsu.

    From US$1,649.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Temple-stay WAQOO Mii-dera is set in Otsu, 12 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 12 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple.

    From US$1,354.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews

    Located in Otsu, 13 km from Daigo-ji Temple, le Lac HOTEL Otsu Ishiyama provides air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$169.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Hotel Lotus Otsu (Adult Only) is located in Otsu, within 15 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 16 km of Shoren-in Temple. This 2-star love hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From US$67.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 882 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku is set in Kyoto. The property is around 2.9 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 3.2 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji and 4.2 km from Heian Shrine.

    From US$249.17 per night

Budget hotels in Otsu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Offering free bikes and quiet street view, kyoto next door is located in Otsu, 8.6 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 10 km from Shoren-in Temple.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

    Located 10 km from Shoren-in Temple, 11 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 11 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, Hotel Wish HANA provides accommodation situated in Otsu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

    Set in Otsu in the Shiga region, Guest House Hana is a 1-star property boasting free WiFi.

    From US$63.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

    12 km from Mount Hiei in Otsu, 山水之家 features accommodation with access to a hot spring bath and hot tub. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

    From US$84.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,109 reviews

    Situated a 1-minute walk from JR Seta Train Station, APA Hotel Biwako Seta-Ekimae offers Western-style rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. It provides 24-hour reception and laundry facilities.

    From US$229.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews

    Toyoko Inn Biwako sen Minami Kusatsu eki Nishi guchi is located in Kusatsu, 20 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 21 km from Shoren-in Temple.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, RokuRoku is set less than 1 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine and 2.2 km from Shoren-in Temple.

    From US$78.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews

    Urban Hotel Minami Kusatsu is located in Kusatsu, within 18 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 19 km of Shoren-in Temple.

Hotels located in the centre of Otsu

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Otsu, 10 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 11 km from Shoren-in Temple, 大津ゲストハウス 栖碩 Seiseki offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Situated in Otsu, 11 km from Shoren-in Temple and 11 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Otsu Guesthouse Seiseki - Vacation STAY 90442v offers air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located within 10 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 11 km of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 93572v provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated 11 km from Shoren-in Temple, 12 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 12 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, Temple-stay WAQOO Mii-dera Vacation STAY 7051 features accommodation set in Otsu.

    From US$1,571.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.3
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located within 8.7 km of Mount Hiei and 9 km of Enryaku-ji Temple, ホテル大津 provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

    From US$121.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta is situated in Otsu, 17 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 18 km from Shoren-in Temple.

    From US$98.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in Otsu, within 14 km of Mount Hiei and 14 km of Enryaku-ji Temple, 国家公務員共済組合連合会びわこ保養所(KKRホテルびわこ) provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and free WiFi throughout the property as...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Located 18 km from Daigo-ji Temple, Villa Ishiyamadera ヴィラ 石山寺 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Set 20 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, the property features a garden.

    From US$316.91 per night

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What guests said about Otsu:

  • 8.0

    Enjoy the 1st day in Kyoto.

    Enjoy the 1st day in Kyoto. Do the Hop On Hop Off bus (both Blue and Red Lines), which stops at all the major sites. Then train to Otsu for relaxing stay at Lake Biwa. Go on a sightseeing / luncheon cruise or organised trips - example the cable car at Sakamoto. Plenty of places to eat including 36th floor of Lake Biwa Otsu Princess Hotel with great views.
    Guest review by
    Gregory Fortuin
    New Zealand
  • 6.0

    From my perspective, there wasn't much to do within a mile...

    From my perspective, there wasn't much to do within a mile walk of the property. Only one restaurant off site in that mile two convenience stores and if you walk a bit further a pretty mellow "redlight" district
    Guest review by
    Jeff
    United States
  • 8.0

    Otsu Town seems not beautiful at first sigh.

    Otsu Town seems not beautiful at first sigh. But go to have a walk behind the hotel. The countryside is like a Miyazaki movie getting real ! You can go near from there : temples, beach, ski station with incredible view… But with the hotel’s shuttle and the station you have Kyoto, very near, Nara, Osaka a little farther. You’ve got all Kansaï by JR… A good tip : when you go to the station to Shirahige shrine, don’t take bus but walk with GPS. The way is just incredible with village, other shrines so quiet and monkey looking at you from the forest behind rice fields…
    Guest review by
    Mimi
    France
  • 8.0

    Otsu, located near Kyoto, is another treasure place in Japan...

    Otsu, located near Kyoto, is another treasure place in Japan. Faced to Biwa lake it has many historical monument and cultural hotspots. In summer the big firework event is so famous to attract many people. In Biwako Hall many world class concerts and plays are performed. Local fishes and sakes are another charm for visitors. Once you come here you cannot help missing this unforgettable city.
    Guest review by
    Takashi
    Japan

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  • From US$148.98 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
    Inase Otsu Machiya was an exceptionally beautiful property, having breakfast in the communal tatami room is a highlight in itself. The Japanese-style family room we stayed in was very spacious and extremely comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and attentive, too. The communal bathing area was nicely arranged, too. For reference, most of the taxi drivers from Otsu station seem to know where Inase Otsu Machiya is, so you should have no issue arriving by foot or taxi (600-800 yen). Would I stay here again? Definitely!
    Guest review by
    Matthew
    Japan
  • From US$268.16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
    The breakfast was traditional Japanese style and very nice. One could tell the ingredients were very high quality. Perhaps not to everyone’s taste but for those who want the proper Japanese experience, this is perfect! Location is a bit tricky to get to if you’re on foot but they offer a very easy to use shuttle service to and from the local train station.
    Guest review by
    Seiji
    Austria
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
    10 minutes by cheap and frequent train from Kyoto. Not a touristy town. Hotel is close to a bank with an ATM that accepted my debit card, unlike convenience stores. Half a block from an enclosed shopping arcade with a supermarket. Excellent Japanese breakfast with different choices every day.
    Guest review by
    Bernadine
    Canada
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,612 reviews
    It is a nice hotel, rooms are good size, location peaceful with a beautiful view to Lake Biwa, especially view from Breakfast area is special. They operate each half hour a free shuttle bus to Otsu main Station. If you take taxi Zeze station is closer.
    Guest review by
    Erik
    Czech Republic
  • From US$268.16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 827 reviews
    The view of the lake is amazing. The JR Otsu station was also close by, it can be walked or the shuttle bus to and from the hotel and station.
    Guest review by
    Kimberly
    Netherlands