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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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
Price from
US$188.14
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$146.78
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.

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, 3,562 reviews
Price from
US$72.49
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.

W
WWei Tan
From
Malaysia
Absolutely satisfied with the hotel in terms of the location, the cleanliness, the comfort, the room view, the interior design, as well as their dinner and breakfast. Our rooms had a great view of Lake Biwa and we took a wonderful stroll along the lakeside in the morning. We had breakfast and dinner in the hotel. They had a wide variety of tasty food there while a number of other restaurants and cafes were within walking distance as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 857 reviews
Price from
US$158.75
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$129.38
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
Kean Guan
From
Malaysia
The hotel is only 100 meters from Seta station. the staffs are very friendly & helpful. i ask the supervisor to make a reservation for dinner & the supervisor voluntarily brought us personally to the restraurant, Tell the owner we don’t speak Japanese & explain to us how to order. their housekeeping fid a very good job in keeping the room sparkling clean. they deserve more than the maximum stars allowable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,054 reviews
Price from
US$79.25
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, 449 reviews
Price from
US$70.30
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 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
Price from
US$59.05
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, 126 reviews
Price from
US$45.90
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, 474 reviews
Price from
US$61.11
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

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, 857 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.

From US$2,372.26 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$2,001.60 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$1,661.61 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$720.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 474 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$167.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Situated in Otsu, 17 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, Hotel ab Shiga features views of the river. Built in 1967, this 2-star hotel is within 16 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 17 km of Shoren-in Temple.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 903 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.

Budget hotels in Otsu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 106 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$92.03 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.

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$207.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 177 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.

Located within 16 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 17 km of Shoren-in Temple, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta - Vacation STAY 00125v provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zeze-Awazumachi.

From US$85.99 per night

Located within 16 km of Daigo-ji Temple and 17 km of Shoren-in Temple, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta - Vacation STAY 00116v provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zeze-Awazumachi.

From US$85.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

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

From US$74.13 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Otsu

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.

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.

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.

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 10
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$1,927.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 223 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.

From US$126.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,054 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$127.82 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
10

Ishiyama-dera Temple is definitely worth a visit.

Ishiyama-dera Temple is definitely worth a visit. At the entrance, I had a hard time deciding which set ticket to buy. I ended up buying one that allowed me inside the hall, and it's a great way to see some very ancient things up close, so it's a good choice for those interested. The grounds are spacious, and I enjoyed a stroll through the undulating grounds. I was soothed by the beautiful greenery and the sounds of wild birds. I imagine it must be incredibly beautiful in the fall. As the temple is associated with Murasaki Shikibu, there was a "Murasaki Shikibu Room." They're currently showing a taiga drama, so a taiga drama museum was also open. I stayed overnight in Otsu, and the next day, I crossed the Omi Ohashi Bridge and drove along the lakeside toward Omihachiman, which was an exhilarating experience.
Guest review by
yumi
Japan

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
We came to Biwako Hanakaido hoping to completely relax and enjoy the cultural and culinary experiences of traditional Japan. The wonderful staff helped us to achieve our goals! The rooms were beautifully designed and finished with a lovely lake view. After traditional breakfasts the hotel shuttle bus could be used to transport us to the station for a short trip to Kyoto, the Onsen (a first experience for my partner) was the perfect place to switch off from technology, soak and then dress in the provided yukata for a sumptuous dinner.
Guest review by
Margaret
Australia
From US$509.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
This property exceeded my expectations. A hotel where Japanese style meets Danish mid-century modern. Our room was furnished with Hans Wegner’s CH22 lounge chairs. The desk had a Carl Hansen & Søn Elbow Chair. The reception areas were beautiful with a very generous happy hour. I loved it! The staff were very helpful also with suggestions for things to do and places to eat based on our likes.
Guest review by
Kim
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 992 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 US$720.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,562 reviews
The breakfast was the best we have eaten in Japan. It was useful have a well stocked equivalent of 7/11 on the ground floor The shuttle to the railway station is good
Guest review by
Richard
Madagascar
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 857 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