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A modern house with a wooden deck, a hot tub, and a swing chair.

A wooden sauna with a door and a wooden barrel.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a large island with a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and staircase.

1. IZA oumimaiko

Minami-komatsu, 2.3 km from Astronomical Observation Center

倉上

AU$612

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a long wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by a wooden fence and a glass ceiling.

A neatly made bed with white linens and multiple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and candles, with a vase of flowers and a lamp on the side.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round wooden table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

2. KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only

Minami-komatsu, 1.9 km from Astronomical Observation Center

AU$404

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hot spring area with wooden benches and lanterns, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone bath, wooden benches, and a bamboo fence.

A wooden interior with a large window, a hot tub, and a wicker chair.

A hot tub with a view of a cityscape and water at dusk.

3. Yumotokan

Noka, 19.9 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Heba

AU$360

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An infinity pool with a view of the sea, a covered seating area, and a stone deck.

A modern building with a landscaped garden, outdoor seating area, and illuminated interior.

A dining table set with various dishes and teapots, overlooking a body of water through large windows.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a bed, and sliding doors.

4. Biwako Grand Hotel

Ogoto, 19.8 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Christa

AU$287

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern room with tatami mats, a wooden table, chairs, a TV, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and mountains. There is a sofa and a chair with a laptop on a small table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with apples. A large window offers a view of the sea and distant hills.

A bathtub with a waterfall feature overlooking a body of water and mountains.

5. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

14.7 km from Astronomical Observation Center

EUGENE

AU$155

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style building with a large wooden structure, multiple windows, and a garden with rocks and greenery.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, wooden railings, and a view of mountains.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and seating.

A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, rocks, and lush greenery.

6. Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

19.3 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Devna

AU$776

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hot spring area with wooden walkways, rocks, and a stone pool.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden benches and a view of the outside.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A traditional Japanese-style garden with a pathway leading to a building with a wooden exterior and a tiled entrance.

7. Biwako Hanakaido

Ogoto, 19.8 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Alex

AU$576

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern building with large windows, a reflective pool, and a tree in the foreground.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a distant building.

A modern interior with a glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water and mountains. Inside, there is a round table with two chairs and a sofa with cushions.

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a small indoor pool, and a wooden chair.

8. Biwako Ryokusuitei

Ogoto, 19.9 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Crystal

AU$382

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A wooden hot tub with a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A traditional building with a large entrance and a covered porch area.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of a cityscape, and a balcony with a railing.

A hot tub with a wooden exterior and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

9. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Ogoto, 19.6 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Paxton

AU$293

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of autumn trees through a window.

A traditional Japanese building with a covered entrance, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone path.

A snow-covered garden with a stone lantern, a traditional building, and tall trees.

A traditional Japanese onsen with a large stone basin, surrounded by trees and a building with a tiled roof.

10. Ohara no Sato

19.7 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Gabrielle

AU$272

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and a playground.

A modern interior with a central staircase, wooden accents, and a reception area.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple windows, and outdoor seating areas.

11. View Lodge Biwa

14.6 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Leif

AU$111

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A beach with a mountain in the background and a rainbow in the sky.

A bar area with a coffee machine, shelves with bottles, and a menu board.

A view of a lake with mountains in the background, a paved area in the foreground, and trees.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a low table, a chair, and a television in a corner.

12. Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

11.5 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Brett

AU$93

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden walls, a window, and a mirror.

A nighttime view of a traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure, a stone platform, and a railing.

A traditional Japanese building entrance with a wooden structure, a stone pathway, and a small garden area.

13. Dantoukan Kikunoya

Ogoto, 19.7 km from Astronomical Observation Center

"今回で4度目のおごと温泉でした。こちらの旅館の、ホスピタリティの高い対応には感動しました。担当して頂いた仲居さんは、夜ご飯、朝ごはんの時の説明が丁寧で、時に笑いもありで楽しく、美味しくいただけました。温泉の湯も、晩朝と2回入れてとてもツルツルになってリラックスできました。朝ご飯の後は、フリードリンクのコーヒーや紅茶の種類も沢山ありまったり過ごせました。送迎のバスの運転手の方の、駅で最後までお見送りも丁寧で嬉しかったです。人気の犬のまめたろうくんも可愛かったです。すべてのスタッフの方の笑顔での対応に、また来たいなと思う場所でした。 "

NAOMI

AU$347

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel with a balcony, a moon in the sky, and a decorative archway.

A hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

A nighttime view of a bridge with multiple light fixtures and pillars, reflecting on the water below.

A tray with various packaged items, including a body towel and other toiletries, on a marble surface.

14. Fine Biwako I

16.2 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Andrew

AU$53

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a tree in the foreground.

A room with a bed, two windows with curtains, a hanging rack, and a ceiling fan.

A view from a window with a clear sky, a sign with Japanese characters, and a body of water in the background.

A camping area with a tent, chairs, and a table near a body of water.

15. Pension Lakeside

Kitahira, 4.5 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Gerald

AU$140

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A courtyard with a pond, seating area, and a covered structure.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass floor, wooden railings, and a central staircase.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with two chairs, a shoji screen, and a bonsai tree.

A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area, a circular stone water feature, and a well-maintained garden.

16. Racine Home Harie

13.6 km from Astronomical Observation Center

celena

AU$292

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A lobby with a checkered floor, seating areas, and potted plants.

A parrot statue in a tropical setting with a rock pool and palm trees.

A lobby with a large digital screen displaying a sunset scene, a patterned floor, and two large cylindrical columns.

A reception area with a large digital screen displaying a beach scene, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

17. Hotel Palms - Adults Only

16.2 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Matt

AU$91

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden bench, surrounded by dark stone tiles.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a bench, and a large window.

A dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, surrounded by windows and various papers on the walls.

A crowded beach with tents, umbrellas, and people engaging in various activities.

18. Onsen Hotel Holiday Afternoon

Kitahira, 3.4 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Yoshiko

AU$6,128

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a small black chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a telephone.

19. HOTEL LAGNA

16.1 km from Astronomical Observation Center

"일본의 러브호텔입니다. 최악이었습니다. 1. 객실에 들어가연 밖에서 잠김 ㅡ객실에 들어가면 문을 열고 나올 수 없습니다. 문이 밖에서 잠깁니다. 인터폰으로 카운터에 전화해서 문을 열어 달라고 해야 합니다. 불이 나면 끔찍? 2. 너무나 지저분한 에어컨 에어컨이 너무 지져분해서 끔찍 2시간 대실을 하는 러브호텔이다 보니 에어컨 청소를 20년은 안한듯 ㅡㅡㅡㅡㅡ This is a love hotel in Japan. It was the worst. 1. The door locks from the outside once you enter the room —Once you enter the room, you cannot open the door and get out. The door locks from the outside. You have to call the front desk via intercom to ask them to open the door. It would...

Sejong

AU$54

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A high-rise building with multiple floors and balconies.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami mat flooring, low tables, and cushioned seating.

A lobby with a reception desk, purple seating, and a patterned carpet.

20. Hotel Biwako Plaza

16 km from Astronomical Observation Center

Simona

AU$89

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Astronomical Observation Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
IZA oumimaiko	9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews	View
KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
Yumotokan	9.4 Exceptional 817 reviews	View
Biwako Grand Hotel	8.8 Excellent 105 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel	8.6 Excellent 334 reviews	View

Top Astronomical Observation Center Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Attentive and helpful staff - very clean and organized for checkin"

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"Great place!"

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Huge room and amazing location for exploring various areas of Kyoto."

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

8/10 Good

"Room was great but bathroom smelled really bad of urine."

Hyatt Place Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was extremely friendly and helpful upon check-in. The room was very clean and pleasant. We did the breakfast one day and it was very good with a large selection of heathy items along with traditional Japanese dishes. This hotel is extremely convenient to the subway."

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely breakfast, wonderful Onsen, and easy walk to Gion district and sights (with shuttle access to metro and train station)."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is good"

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was in a fantastic location, within walking distance of many attractions, shops, and restaurants, which made exploring Kyoto very convenient. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the hotel was clean and well-maintained. I really enjoyed my stay and would happily stay here again!"

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Amazing location- can walk to nearly all central attractions and close to transit. On a quieter street which is great. Kind staff. Breakfast leaves a lot to be desired- not worth the cost"

Other attractions near Astronomical Observation Center

A torii gate in the water with mountains in the background.

Shirahige Shrine

8.0/10 (16 reviews)

After visiting Shirahige Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Takashima. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.

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A cable car moving over a mountainous landscape with a view of a valley and a body of water.

Biwako Valley Ski Resort

8.4/10 (66 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Yamame Waterfall

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

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Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach during your trip to Otsu?

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Galliver Travels Village

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Galliver Travels Village, a lovely green space in Takashima. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's entertainment choices.

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Hiratopia

Enjoy an outing to Hiratopia during your stay in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Otome Lake Manyoshu Poetry Monument

You can find out about the history of Takashima when you stop by Otome Lake Manyoshu Poetry Monument. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.

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Biwako Terrace

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Biwako Terrace. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Astronomical Observation Center?

Astronomical Observation Center is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu that travellers like for its hot springs and temples. You'll find 24 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Astronomical Observation Center?

Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and Hot tubs. You'll find it 19.7 mi (31.7 km) from Astronomical Observation Center. Other good options around the area include The Westin Miyako Kyoto and THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Astronomical Observation Center?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Astronomical Observation Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Astronomical Observation Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Astronomical Observation Center.

Top Hotels Near Astronomical Observation Center in Otsu from AU$53

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Our top choices for Astronomical Observation Center hotels

1. IZA oumimaiko

2. KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only

3. Yumotokan

4. Biwako Grand Hotel

5. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

6. Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

7. Biwako Hanakaido

8. Biwako Ryokusuitei

9. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

10. Ohara no Sato

11. View Lodge Biwa

12. Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

13. Dantoukan Kikunoya

14. Fine Biwako I

15. Pension Lakeside

16. Racine Home Harie

17. Hotel Palms - Adults Only

18. Onsen Hotel Holiday Afternoon

19. HOTEL LAGNA

20. Hotel Biwako Plaza

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Top Astronomical Observation Center Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kyoto

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Hyatt Place Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Other attractions near Astronomical Observation Center

Shirahige Shrine

Biwako Valley Ski Resort

Yamame Waterfall

Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach

Galliver Travels Village

Hiratopia

Otome Lake Manyoshu Poetry Monument

Biwako Terrace

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