Otsu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Otsu

Where to stay in Otsu

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Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.

Ogoto
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Shimo-sakamoto

If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Shimo-sakamoto
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Katata

If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Katata
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
3 out of 5
2-1-28 Nagara, Otsu, Shiga
Fully refundable
The price is AU$77 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$77
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Otsu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are ...
7.8/10 Good! (394 reviews)
"You have to check in on a stupid screen. There is a small elevator for many floors. So don't be in a hurry. The breakfast was good"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
3.5 out of 5
4-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu, Shiga-ken
The price is AU$179 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$179
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Biwako Ryokusuitei
Biwako Ryokusuitei
3.5 out of 5
6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken
The price is AU$293 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$293
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star spa ryokan in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (316 reviews)
"Awesome location, the dinner kaiseki set was delicious but a little bit expensive. It seems like a lot of locals were fishing at the lake right behind the hotel, so if you fish I'd recommend that you try"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Biwako Ryokusuitei
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Minn Gion
Minn Gion
4 out of 5
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Kiyomizu Temple ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
"Loved our stay here. Very clean and self check in was actually quite easy. Thers a single washer and dryer downstairs but also a laundromat around the corner. Also a Family Mart attached tp the building - great for coffee and breakfast. Quad room is a bit tight at night but very doable with some ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Minn Gion
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station (Former:MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Shichijo Horikawa)
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station (Former:MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Shichijo Horikawa)
4 out of 5
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru, Yaoyacho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)
"Nice room but not much to do in this area"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station (Former:MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Shichijo Horikawa)
Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites
Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites
3.5 out of 5
38-1 Higashikujo Kitamatsunokicho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (271 reviews)
"Huge room by Japanese standards bigger than my friends apt in Tokyo Neighborhood was a bit residential so Uber had to be called The shower and jacuzzi were definitely a plus"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites
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Popular places to visit

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Enryakuji Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu when you take a trip to Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Enryakuji Temple
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Ishiyamadera Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu when you spend time at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ishiyamadera Temple
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Lake Biwa Canal

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Lake Biwa Canal
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Biwako Otsukan

Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biwako Otsukan
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Mii-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Mii-dera
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Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Activities

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The Best of Kyoto - Half Day Private Tour

AU$529
Per adult
The Best of Kyoto - Half Day Private Tour
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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

AU$126
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

AU$41
Per adult
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience

AU$34
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience
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1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo

AU$655
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo
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1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto

AU$67
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto
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Cities near Otsu

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Kyoto

Uji

Uji

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Kusatsu

Moriyama

Moriyama