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Visiting Otsu

Visitors to Otsu are sure to enjoy the lakeside and hot springs. Tourists can also enjoy all the city has to offer including its temples. Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kiyomizu Temple, and Nijo Castle are some of the top sights around the area.

• You'll find 1384 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in the larger area of Kyoto
• The closest major airport is in Osaka (ITM-Itami) 54.1 from the city center
• The next closest is in Kobe (UKB) 79.9 away

Sightseeing and Staying in Otsu

Cultural venues in the city include Kozokunosato Museum, Biwako Hall, and Otsu City Museum of History. The city is notable for landmarks like Izu Shrine, Hiyoshi Taisha, and Kanda Shrine. The lakeside and hot springs highlight the city's natural beauty with places to visit including Lake Biwa, Ojigaoka Park, and Lake Biwa Canal.

As you plan your holiday getaway, you'll find 32 hotels and other lodging options available to pick from in Otsu. Here you'll find top ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Biwako Hanakaido - This 3.5-star hotel features 2 restaurants, free WiFi, and free parking. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its helpful staff.
• Yumotokan - Our customers like the breakfast and helpful staff at this ryokan. This 3.5-star ryokan features a restaurant, free WiFi, and free parking.
• Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan - With a stay at this 3.5-star ryokan, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its helpful staff and room size.

Popular places to visit outside the city include Kyoto Imperial Palace, located 9.6 mi (15.4 from the heart of the city, and Kiyomizu Temple, which is 9.7 mi (15.6 away.

Getting Around Otsu

If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from Ogoto onsen station, Seta station, or Omimaiko station. Otsu may not have many public transit choices so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

Dressing for Otsu

• Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 61°F during the day and 34°F at night
• From April to June, the average during the day is 85°F, while the average at night is 45°F
• July through September has daytime averages of 92°F with nighttime averages of 62°F
• In October-December, you can expect daytime averages of 77°F and nighttime averages of 36°F
• About 45.47 inches of rain falls on Otsu each year
• Usually August and July are the hottest months with an average of 89°F, whereas February and January are often coldest, averaging 35°F