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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 992 reviews
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    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews
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    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,505 reviews
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    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
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    Superb - What previous guests thought, 955 reviews
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    Superb - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
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    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
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    Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
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    Very good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,048 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
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    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 863 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
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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.

P
Peter
From
Austria
The staff were very kind and helpful in making the stay very special. Through their recommendations, we had wonderful culinary experiences which were unforgettable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
US$188.01
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, 10 reviews
Price from
US$146.68
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, 3,505 reviews
Price from
US$103.09
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
MM
From
Hong Kong
Huge room size and the bed is just facing towards the lake. The view is magnificent. Breakfast is great with lots of food option. Bike rental available (normal bike & electric bike). The hotel also provide shuttle bus service to Otsu Station (3 bus every hour). The Pier is just few steps from hotel and they offer 20% off for cruise ticket.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews
Price from
US$158.64
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$129.29
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
Kwai Yung
From
Hong Kong
Near JR station (South exit),about 2 minutes. Aeon big supermarket nearby (5 minutes). Bed & pillow very comfortable. Kyoto to Seta(20 minutes). Room upgrades to me(two large beds). Breakfast (¥1200)O.K.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,048 reviews
Price from
US$79.19
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, 472 reviews
Price from
US$70.25
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 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
Price from
US$59.01
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 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$45.87
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, 458 reviews
Price from
US$61.07
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.

P
Peter
From
Austria
The staff were very kind and helpful in making the stay very special. Through their recommendations, we had wonderful culinary experiences which were unforgettable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
US$188.01
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, 10 reviews
Price from
US$146.68
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, 3,505 reviews
Price from
US$103.09
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
MM
From
Hong Kong
Huge room size and the bed is just facing towards the lake. The view is magnificent. Breakfast is great with lots of food option. Bike rental available (normal bike & electric bike). The hotel also provide shuttle bus service to Otsu Station (3 bus every hour). The Pier is just few steps from hotel and they offer 20% off for cruise ticket.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews
Price from
US$158.64
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$129.29
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
Kwai Yung
From
Hong Kong
Near JR station (South exit),about 2 minutes. Aeon big supermarket nearby (5 minutes). Bed & pillow very comfortable. Kyoto to Seta(20 minutes). Room upgrades to me(two large beds). Breakfast (¥1200)O.K.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,048 reviews
Price from
US$79.19
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, 472 reviews
Price from
US$70.25
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 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
Price from
US$59.01
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 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$45.87
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, 458 reviews
Price from
US$61.07
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Otsu

Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
From US$966.25 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
From US$1,023.09 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
From US$1,139.90 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
From US$150.97 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 457 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$59.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - 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$72.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

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

From US$99.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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

From US$86.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 458 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$63.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 12 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.

From US$56.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 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.

From US$56.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 61 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$56.84 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Otsu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 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.

From US$318.56 per night
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$262.25 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
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.

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.

From US$283.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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

From US$252.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 860 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$176.26 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Otsu and nearby

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$1,926.11 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$1,555.70 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$1,277.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,505 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$90.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
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, 886 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, 1,048 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$88.77 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$190.31 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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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From US$224.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
Amazing, comfortable place to stay in. Staffs are all very respectful and polite. The staff will also pick you up from the station (contact free via station's public phone). Omi beef kaiseiki dinner and Japanese breakfast were delicious. Onsen was amazing - very relaxing. Would 100% go there again.
Guest review by
Ya Weng
Australia
From US$59.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 457 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 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
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.
Guest review by
Touhooyee
Thailand
From US$319.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 992 reviews
Ryokan experience with wonderful onsen, indoor and outdoor. Dinner was delicious and there was a generous breakfast buffet which included japanese and western style food. Everything was super clean and the room was large. Collection from the station.
Guest review by
Caroline
Germany
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Quiet, cozy, traditional Japanese style, I was so surprised when I checked in. Even though the city doesn’t offer too much to see, this house is definitely a gem for me on this trip! (And the breakfast is SO AMAZING! )
Guest review by
Jiao
China