Katata Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)
AU$545
per adult
Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour
AU$204
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
AU$749
per traveller
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
AU$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
AU$96
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets
AU$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Katata Hotel Deals
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$87 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$87
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,750 reviews)
"Had an entry in the lobby to go directly into a 7-11. Room was massive for a Japanese hotel. 2 minute walk from Kyoto station."
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$161 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$161
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,312 reviews)
"Love the hot spring!"
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$145 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$145
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,090 reviews)
"Location is great, just across from Kyoto station. Room is very clean, single bed is on larger sz, so it’s very comfortable, lounge area is a plus. Lots of restaurants near by, very convenient"
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$157 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$157
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,159 reviews)
"Beautiful room with plenty of space, comfortable beds, and kind staff. We paid for breakfast and were given lunch as well. Plus, there is a nice club room with sofas, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks as a free service of the hotel. The Onsen is lovely after a long day. Easy access to train stations ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$171 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$171
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,599 reviews)
"Hotel at Kyoto station, super convenient"
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$113 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$113
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,769 reviews)
"This hotel quickly became one of my favorite places to stay! I wish we had more time to enjoy it fully. The hotel offered a variety of on-site amenities, and the building itself housed shopping and dining options. They even provided coupons for some of the dining establishments within the building, ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around Katata
Shimo-sakamoto
If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Nishiki Market
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kyoto University
- Kawaramachi Street
- Kyoto Tower
- Nijō Castle
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Shijo Street
- Heian Shrine
- Yasaka Shrine
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Pontocho Alley
- Gion Corner
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Mount Hiei
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kyoto Station Building
- Arashiyama Onsen
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Kyoto Aquarium
- Bamboo Forest Street
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