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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
Maja
From
Germany
This was a hidden treasure. I was very happy to have found this place. Wonderful hosts, very welcoming and caring, everything very clean and newly renovated. Authentic Japanese. Absolutely wonderful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Price from
£148.41
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
£167.24
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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
£115.78
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
Mattéo
From
France
The free shuttle to the station, which really helped us. The view from our bedroom. The convenience store. The very spacious room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,633 reviews
Price from
£119.27
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
Suzanne
From
Ireland
Very friendly staff, always happy to oblige. Beautiful large room with spectacular lake view. We ate in the Italian and Garden buffet restaurants, food in both was fabulous if a little pricey by Japanese standards.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 831 reviews
Price from
£157.28
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
£102.06
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, 1,126 reviews
Price from
£51.62
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, 369 reviews
Price from
£55.45
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, 509 reviews
Price from
£68.81
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, 142 reviews
Price from
£33.27
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 831 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,126 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,633 reviews

Budget hotels in Otsu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 111 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 6.7
    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Located within 15 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 16 km of Shoren-in Temple, Hotel Luna Otsu (Adult Only) provides rooms in Otsu. This 1-star love hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Situated within 15 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 16 km of Shoren-in Temple, Hotel Atlantis Otsu (Adult Only) features rooms in Otsu.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

    Guesthouse Kyoto-Yamashina is set in the Yamashina Ward district of Kyoto, 5 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 5 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple and 5.3 km from Daigo-ji Temple.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 144 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 142 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Otsu and nearby

  • Biwako Hotel

    Hotel in Otsu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 831 reviews

    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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 883 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,126 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

    Located just 1.1 km from Shoren-in Temple, Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI features accommodation in Kyoto with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a lift.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 448 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 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

    Situated in Otsu, 12 km from Daigo-ji Temple, Koke Musu inn offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a bar and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.2
    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Set in Otsu, 17 km from Shoren-in Temple and 17 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, guesthouseKinari - Vacation STAY 99387v offers air conditioning.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Guest House CHALET SIELU - Up to 4 of SIELU & 5-6 of SAN-CASHEW or with dogs- Vacation STAY 68051v is situated in Otsu, 18 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 18 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, and 19 km...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi is set in the Ogoto Onsen district of Otsu, 16 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 17 km from Mount Hiei.

  • Yuzanso

    Hotel in Otsu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews

    Only a 5-minute drive from JR Ogoto Onsen Station with the complimentary shuttle, hotel Yuzanso features Japanese-style rooms with a private open-air hot spring bath and spectacular views of Biwako...

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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 £199.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
    Yuzanso is a beautiful Ryokan with a view over lake Biwa. The rooms are great and have a beautiful view over Lake Otsu from the bathtub in the room. The best thing about Yuzansou is that they offer halal options to Muslim travelers, one of the only Ryokans in Japan. So now even Muslims can get the full japanese ryokan experience.
    Guest review by
    Yamaan
    Sweden
  • From £199.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 900 reviews
    shuttle bus that took you to and from the train station to the hotel, food was exquisite, service was excellent, very friendly and helpful staff, rooms were very clean and nice and comfortable, private and public baths were clean and beautiful, public onsen was open throughout the night, yukata and Haori were both very comfortable!
    Guest review by
    kit
    Australia
  • From £185.02 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,633 reviews
    Great room with a fantastic view of Lake Biwa. The facilities in the room were very good. The regular shuttle bus to Otsu Station was very useful. The staff were very efficient. The onsite convenience store was very good
    Guest review by
    Gerard
    United Kingdom
  • From £252.06 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 966 reviews
    It was a great experience, the room was nice and clean, the meals were great, the staff were very friendly and professional. The first hour in the hotel and I'm already thinking of coming back on my next trip to japan.
    Guest review by
    Nick Lee
    Singapore
  • From £63.52 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
    Well equipped kitchen, a homey comfortable Japanese style room and a fantastic host who helped us every chance he got!
    Guest review by
    zaki
    United Kingdom

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