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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
Miglė
From
Lithuania
Amazing place and amazing experience! The city itself maybe was not so tempting, but the hotel was splendid, one of the nicest we ever stayed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Price from
US$189.27
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, 11 reviews
Price from
US$147.66
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.

E
Enkh-Amgalan
From
Japan
View from my window was spectacular
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,562 reviews
Price from
US$86.95
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.

M
Michele
From
South Africa
The location was perfect and the room was exceptional . The staff were super helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews
Price from
US$159.70
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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Price from
US$130.16
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, 1,052 reviews
Price from
US$79.72
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 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
US$70.72
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
Joseph
From
Singapore
Polite and friendly customer service by the receptionists. The daily breakfast was different each day. Easy to use coin washing machine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 451 reviews
Price from
US$59.40
1 night, 2 adults

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Hotel in Otsu

Situated within 17 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 18 km of Shoren-in Temple, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta features rooms in Otsu.

R
Robin
From
Japan
You can adjust the temperature of the shower to suit yourself
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$46.17
1 night, 2 adults

le Lac HOTEL Otsu Ishiyama

Hotel in Otsu

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.

N
Nadine
From
Switzerland
the place was very clean and comfy, the staff was very nice and kind, very good located
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Price from
US$61.48
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Miglė
From
Lithuania
Amazing place and amazing experience! The city itself maybe was not so tempting, but the hotel was splendid, one of the nicest we ever stayed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Price from
US$189.27
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, 11 reviews
Price from
US$147.66
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.

E
Enkh-Amgalan
From
Japan
View from my window was spectacular
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,562 reviews
Price from
US$86.95
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.

M
Michele
From
South Africa
The location was perfect and the room was exceptional . The staff were super helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews
Price from
US$159.70
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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Price from
US$130.16
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, 1,052 reviews
Price from
US$79.72
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 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
US$70.72
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
Joseph
From
Singapore
Polite and friendly customer service by the receptionists. The daily breakfast was different each day. Easy to use coin washing machine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 451 reviews
Price from
US$59.40
1 night, 2 adults

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Hotel in Otsu

Situated within 17 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 18 km of Shoren-in Temple, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta features rooms in Otsu.

R
Robin
From
Japan
You can adjust the temperature of the shower to suit yourself
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$46.17
1 night, 2 adults

le Lac HOTEL Otsu Ishiyama

Hotel in Otsu

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.

N
Nadine
From
Switzerland
the place was very clean and comfy, the staff was very nice and kind, very good located
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Price from
US$61.48
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,562 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Otsu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

嘉翔の家, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Otsu, 9.3 km from Daigo-ji Temple, 10 km from Shoren-in Temple, as well as 11 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

From US$86.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

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.

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

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.

From US$281.15 per night

Located within 10 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 11 km of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 69850v provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.

From US$167.80 per night

Set in Otsu, 10 km from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Schildkrote offers rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. Guests staying at this aparthotel have access to a balcony.

From US$145.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Otsu, 11 km from Shoren-in Temple and 11 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, WeeklyHouse BiwakoOtsu offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 451 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.

From US$59.40 per night

Budget hotels in Otsu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 107 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.

From US$73.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

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

From US$100.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 220 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.

From US$97.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, ハイツNagomi is set in Otsu.

From US$87.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 469 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$64.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 899 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$86.88 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$127.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 68 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Otsu and nearby

Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Otsu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 858 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.

From US$177.44 per night

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$1,938.99 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$1,566.11 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$1,285.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,562 reviews

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.

From US$91.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,052 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$74.58 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...

From US$191.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 473 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.

From US$60.08 per night

FAQs about hotels in Otsu

What guests said about Otsu:

8.0

The street the hotel is in is beautiful.

The street the hotel is in is beautiful. There's lots to see and do nearby. You can go to the lake. There's a couple of really amazing cafés and restaurants nearby. The locals really want you to try and spend time in their town competing with Kyoto can't be easy, but it's well worth spending a day exploring Otsu.
Guest review by
Stephanie
United Kingdom
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$189.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
We loved our stay at hotel koo. It was the perfect combination between japanese traditional house and modern scandinave touch. We felt so at peace in this room, a perfect moment of relaxation. Bed was really confortable and the room so big. The staff were super welcoming and it’s nice to have free homemade snacks and drinks. I definitely recommend this hotel to design lovers
Guest review by
Avanzato
Thailand
From US$91.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,562 reviews
1. Offers free shuttle bus servie to/from Otsu station to hotel every 30 minitues until 20:00 daily. 2. Offers service center at Kyoto station for visitors to early check-in and provide free luggage-transfer service from Kyoto station to hotel in Otsu.
Guest review by
SHOUCHUAN
Taiwan
From US$284.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 958 reviews
Lovely Japanese room with a hot bath and lake view. Excellent service - transport from the train station, nice reception experience. Happy hour with free wine. Beautiful dinner.
Guest review by
-Doris
Finland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 749 reviews
1.Perfect location, but it's Otsu station, need 10-20 mins to reach Kyoto, included waiting for trains. 2.Staffs are working hard. 3.A good restaurant, very popular in Otsu.
Guest review by
Chang-hong
Taiwan
From US$254.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Lovely staff who help you get from the train station to the hotel and back. Clean, great facilities, beautiful view!
Guest review by
Bethany
United Kingdom