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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.

M
Matthew
From
Japan
Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho is absolutely fantastic. The staff all display a unique blend of supportiveness, professionalism and kindness that made it such a pleasure to stay there. The vibe around the hotel is relaxed, but everything is maintained at a high standard. I really liked the lounge area, with the free drinks and snacks being a particular highlight. The room I stayed in was very large with soft beds and a modern bathroom, albeit designed such that it was in-keeping with the general townhouse vibe of the hotel. I would recommend both the shopping arcade tour and the breakfast to anyone interested in staying here. The staff will also support you in finding local restaurants that suit your taste! It is extremely easy to get to/from Kyoto from here (regular trains, taking around 10-15 mins). Staying here would be the highlight of any trip to the Kansai region.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Location 9.0
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
Location 7.0
Price from
US$202.19
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.

p
paola
From
Switzerland
Excellent location. Brand new. Great hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$132.20
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.

D
Disha
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic view and very handy shuttle to station. Great breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,623 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$112.99
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.

S
Shirley
From
Singapore
Biggest room I've ever stayed in Japan! Bright and cheerful with a nice balcony that overlooks the lake. There were 3 of us in one room but there was still plenty of space. The good quality coffee and tea provided in the room are great touches. Love the breakfast too - there's plenty of choices and they all taste good. Would love to stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$151.39
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
Location 7.9
Price from
US$123.38
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.

K
Keith
From
Japan
Staff were very friendly and kept my bag for me while I went traveling around the city. They even upgraded my room to a twin (which has never happened to me before) so I got to enjoy a larger room. Beds were comfy, complimentary water was provided. Even the VOD was free (this is usually a paid service, so was a nice surprise). Hotel is also located a stone's throw away from the local station, and has a convenience store right next door.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,114 reviews
Location 7.9
Price from
US$78.01
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, 381 reviews
Location 6.5
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, 496 reviews
Location 7.3
Price from
US$67.04
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, 136 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
US$51.19
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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 495 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, 520 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, 1,110 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, 136 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$352.12 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 964 reviews
    Beautiful property! Definitely a must for the full Japanese Onsen Ryokan Experience. The food was amazing!! They even had a shuttle bus to pick us up from the station and bring us there after checkout. 10/10 Would go again.
    Guest review by
    Max
    Japan
  • From US$148.98 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
    1 or 2 min walk to the closest train station and historical temple. Very convenient to Kyoto access. Owner had tea ceremony which was very informative and wonderful experience to learn about Japanese culture.
    Guest review by
    Akiko
    Thailand
  • From US$398.65 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 909 reviews
    - amazing taste of traditional Japanese with the robe, room and dining - private onsen with gorgeous views - the shuttle to and from the station was awesome
    Guest review by
    Molayo
    Australia
  • From US$229.56 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews
    It is literally next to the train station. Comfortable and detailed orientated hotel! Less than 3minutes walk away from convenience stores as well.
    Guest review by
    Kar Kei
    Malaysia
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,612 reviews
    Spacious rooms, fairly new. Free shuttle bus to Otsu Station every 30 minutes. Nice lake view from the room.
    Guest review by
    Fleur
    Netherlands
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