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Popular places to visit

Mount Hiei
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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

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

Lake Biwa Canal
Lake Biwa Canal is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa|Kimono/Yukata Rental Family Plan

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
Our pick of the best Shimo-sakamoto Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
This was our family’s first time staying in Kyoto and I would come back again! The staff are super helpful and friendly! Loved the hot springs/onsen, breakfast was amazing and late night ramen snack! Amazing to have a cup of matcha or coffee to go in the morning to start the day! Would highly ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Wonderful hotel with so many useful amenities. The in house bakery was fun. We made use of the laundry and fitness room. Great location close to a number of temples. Nice sized room and very clean. Despite all the hustle and bustle we never were disturbed by any noise inside the room.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Lovely location with very good on site restaurant. The breakfast is a little on the higher price side but very convenient and the staff are extremely attentive.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Everything went really well. The kiosk that they want you to check in at, you have to pay a tax and it didn’t take my debit card for some reason. You needed a card with a PIN. We tried 3 different people on our party, and none of our cards worked. So we were scrambling trying to find the tax money ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Lovely hotel, fantastic location, staff were amazing!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Great
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026




