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Otsu – 113 hotels and places to stay

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Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho

Hotel in Otsu

Set in Otsu, Hotel Koo Otsuhyakucho has a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

P
Peter
From
Austria
The staff were very kind and helpful in making the stay very special. Through their recommendations, we had wonderful culinary experiences which were unforgettable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews
Price from
£139.52
1 night, 2 adults

Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Otsu

Offering an outdoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot spring baths and 6 restaurants and bars, Biwako Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Hamaotsu Train Station.

S
Simon Sng
From
Singapore
Big room with a great view of the lake. The in suite balcony was a big plus. Friendly staff that is always eager to assist us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 927 reviews
Price from
£124.38
1 night, 2 adults

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Hotel in Otsu

Situated on the shores of Lake Biwa, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers rooms with lake views, 7 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Lake cruises are available in front of the hotel.

P
Paula
From
Belgium
My experience at the Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel was nothing short of outstanding. From the moment I arrived, I was warmly welcomed by the staff, whose genuine kindness and professionalism set the tone for a truly memorable stay. The team consistently went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect. Whether it was assisting with local recommendations, accommodating special requests, or simply greeting guests with a warm smile, their dedication to hospitality was evident in every interaction. The hotel itself offers breathtaking views of Lake Biwa, and the serene atmosphere is ideal for both relaxation and exploration. But what truly sets this place apart is the people—courteous, attentive, and always ready to help with grace and efficiency. I wholeheartedly recommend the Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel to anyone seeking comfort, elegance, and exceptional service. It’s a place where you’re not just a guest—you’re genuinely cared for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,403 reviews
Price from
£60.57
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Alpha-One Otsu

Hotel in Otsu

Hotel Alpha-One Otsu is located in Otsu. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has free bikes and a restaurant. Private parking is available on site.

T
Touhooyee
From
Thailand
A single room with everything you need. There is an ice maker and a microwave near the elevator. From JR Otsu Station to the hotel, I can find the FOODS MARKET where I can grab breakfast before heading out for sightseeing and dinner when I return to the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews
Price from
£52.13
1 night, 2 adults

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Hotel in Otsu

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is offering accommodation in Otsu. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

J
Jane Ter
From
Malaysia
The hotel is at a strategic location. Not far from the train station and easy to find food around
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews
Price from
£44.43
1 night, 2 adults

APA Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

Hotel in Otsu

Situated a 1-minute walk from JR Seta Train Station, APA Hotel Biwako Seta-Ekimae offers Western-style rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. It provides 24-hour reception and laundry facilities.

K
Kuan0104
From
Malaysia
The room is spacious and clean. The mattress is good, feel comfortable. Bathroom is big too. Hotel staffs are friendly and helpful, they do their best to serve us. Really like it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews
Price from
£37.54
1 night, 2 adults

le Lac HOTEL Otsu Ishiyama

Hotel in Otsu

Le Lac HOTEL Otsu Ishiyama in Otsu features 3-star accommodation with a restaurant. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

P
Pattawia
From
United Kingdom
Good location, clean and convenient!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
£45.21
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel ab Shiga

Hotel in Otsu

Hotel ab Shiga is a 2-star property situated in Otsu. Guests can enjoy river views. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
£57.35
1 night, 2 adults

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Hotel in Otsu

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta features accommodation in Otsu. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

K
Keith
From
New Zealand
Excellent hotel. Exceptionally clean and tidy. Very helpful staff. The breakfast was great too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Price from
£33.18
1 night, 2 adults

Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast

Otsu

Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast is situated in Otsu and has a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring mountain and garden views, this bed and breakfast also comes with free WiFi.

A
Antonio
From
Mexico
It is really like living in a japanese house. The common room for tea and gathering was excellent. Too bad we arrive late at night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews
Price from
£75.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Otsu

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Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews
From £961.08 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
From £907.22 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
From £789.87 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
From £112.04 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Superb - What previous guests thought, 927 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,403 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
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Biwako Hotel

Hotel in Otsu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 927 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Otsu

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.6
Poor - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

FAQs about hotels in Otsu

What guests said about Otsu:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

The street the hotel is in is beautiful.

The street the hotel is in is beautiful. There's lots to see and do nearby. You can go to the lake. There's a couple of really amazing cafés and restaurants nearby. The locals really want you to try and spend time in their town competing with Kyoto can't be easy, but it's well worth spending a day exploring Otsu.
Guest review byStephanie
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Enjoy the 1st day in Kyoto.

Enjoy the 1st day in Kyoto. Do the Hop On Hop Off bus (both Blue and Red Lines), which stops at all the major sites. Then train to Otsu for relaxing stay at Lake Biwa. Go on a sightseeing / luncheon cruise or organised trips - example the cable car at Sakamoto. Plenty of places to eat including 36th floor of Lake Biwa Otsu Princess Hotel with great views.
Guest review byGregory Fortuin
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

From my perspective, there wasn't much to do within a mile...

From my perspective, there wasn't much to do within a mile walk of the property. Only one restaurant off site in that mile two convenience stores and if you walk a bit further a pretty mellow "redlight" district
Guest review byJeff
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Otsu Town seems not beautiful at first sigh.

Otsu Town seems not beautiful at first sigh. But go to have a walk behind the hotel. The countryside is like a Miyazaki movie getting real ! You can go near from there : temples, beach, ski station with incredible view… But with the hotel’s shuttle and the station you have Kyoto, very near, Nara, Osaka a little farther. You’ve got all Kansaï by JR… A good tip : when you go to the station to Shirahige shrine, don’t take bus but walk with GPS. The way is just incredible with village, other shrines so quiet and monkey looking at you from the forest behind rice fields…
Guest review byMimi
France
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Otsu, located near Kyoto, is another treasure place in Japan...

Otsu, located near Kyoto, is another treasure place in Japan. Faced to Biwa lake it has many historical monument and cultural hotspots. In summer the big firework event is so famous to attract many people. In Biwako Hall many world class concerts and plays are performed. Local fishes and sakes are another charm for visitors. Once you come here you cannot help missing this unforgettable city.
Guest review byTakashi
Japan

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 506 reviews
We came to Biwako Hanakaido hoping to completely relax and enjoy the cultural and culinary experiences of traditional Japan. The wonderful staff helped us to achieve our goals! The rooms were beautifully designed and finished with a lovely lake view. After traditional breakfasts the hotel shuttle bus could be used to transport us to the station for a short trip to Kyoto, the Onsen (a first experience for my partner) was the perfect place to switch off from technology, soak and then dress in the provided yukata for a sumptuous dinner.
Guest review byMargaret
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 927 reviews
Beautiful hotel on Lake Biwa. Our room was absolutely beautiful with an amazing view of the lake. The rooms are huge which was great after staying in hotel tiny rooms for 2 weeks! Beds and pillows were very comfortable! Lovely pool area although they close the pool for an hour at lunch time which was annoying! Free shuttle bus to the station. We had dinner at Mogura which is an amazing restaurant near the station (a short walk or use the free shuttle bus) We only stayed 1 night. A relaxing way to finish our holiday
Guest review byElizabeth
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews
The outdoor private hot spring in our room was the best experience, it was nice and cosy and even had a jacuzzi feature. It was such a vibe relaxing in an outdoor bath while snowing. The breakfast was amazing and delicious. It was a beautiful experience to enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine. The location was convenient and the bus ride from the station was very thankful as it was very cold.
Guest review bySamina
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Has a kitchen, can cook Wagyu beef, Matsutake mushrooms, and crabs from local supermarkets. Home made is way more cheaper than in the restaurants. Otsu Station's Heiwado Friend Mart is bit medium size; can visit Friend Mart in Kusatsu or Aeon Mall in Omihachiman for fresh crabs and uni (urchin sashimi).
Guest review byAslan
Taiwan
From £67.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,403 reviews
Good meal options - both western and Japanese. Location with a view of the lake was outstanding. Shuttle to Otsu station was super convenient Spacious room
Guest review byNikhilesh
Singapore

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