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.
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is located in Otsu, 5.8 miles from Daigo-ji Temple and 6.4 miles from Shoren-in Temple. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.
Masayuki
Japan
The check-in and check-out system was automated and efficient. The TV set in the guestroom was excellent. You can watch even BS programs. The WiFi connectivity was also good.
Located in Otsu, 6 miles from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 14148v provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.
Located 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.
Dominic
United States of America
The quiet location, the helpful staff and the shuttle from the hotel to the train station. The room was big too and had a beautiful view, we could have seen fireworks but we got lost and got to the hotel after they finished
Located 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.
Michael
Japan
The breakfast was fine for us. The location was convenient. The parking was nearby and not unreasonable.
There were restaurants nearby for dinner. The staff who assisted me also spoke some English.
Located in Otsu, 6.3 miles from Daigo-ji Temple, Hotel Alpha-One Otsu provides accommodations with free bikes, private parking and a restaurant.
Andrei
Australia
Showa era charm, cheap, girls and the guy at the counter are fun, gave me everything I needed, good bathroom, cool radio, easy to find since it has a huge sign that can be seen for miles, quite
Biwako Ryokusuitei offers Japanese-style/Western rooms with Lake Biwako views, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
Vicente
United States of America
Everything was above our expectations, the pictures doesn’t even make justice to how good and beautiful everything is. The staff was super friendly, even waited longer although our flight made us late for dinner. And the bath is out of this world. Recommend to everyone
Located in Otsu, 6 miles from Daigo-ji Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 78585v has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.
Located within 6 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 6.6 miles of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 61955v has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.
Located within 6.1 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 6.7 miles of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Biwako Otsu - Vacation STAY 19732v has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.
Hotel Tetora Otsu Kyoto enjoys direct access to JR Otsu Station and 2 train stops from JR Kyoto Station. It offers Western-style rooms with a flat-screen TV and free wired internet access.
Located in Otsu, within 6 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 6.6 miles of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 69863v has accommodations with free WiFi throughout the property.
Located within 6 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 6.6 miles of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Silto Crete - Vacation STAY 69850v provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.
Located within 6.1 miles of Daigo-ji Temple and 6.7 miles of Shoren-in Temple, WeeklyHouse Biwako Otsu - Vacation STAY 62243v provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Otsu.
Located within 15 miles of Sanzen-in Temple and 19 miles of Rurikoin, Pension B, B, Dylan - Vacation STAY 22450v provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Otsu.
Located within 15 miles of Sanzen-in Temple and 19 miles of Rurikoin, Pension B, B, Dylan - Vacation STAY 22453v has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Otsu.
Located within 15 miles of Sanzen-in Temple and 19 miles of Rurikoin, Pension B, B, Dylan - Vacation STAY 22452v provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Otsu.
FAQs about hotels in Otsu
On average, 3-star hotels in Otsu cost $112 per night, and 4-star hotels in Otsu are $291 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Otsu can be found for $272 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Otsu this weekend is $131 or, for a 4-star hotel, $220. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Otsu for this weekend cost around $307 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
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
Jeff
United States of America
8.0
Scored 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…
Mimi
France
8.0
Scored 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.
Takashi
Japan
10
Scored 10
At first I thought I might be bored but there’s so much to...
At first I thought I might be bored but there’s so much to do! It’s a little difficult to travel from place to place; lots of walking. But there’s lots of history, friendly people, and beautiful nature.
Samantha
Japan
10
Scored 10
Otsu is a great location to get away from the city life of...
Otsu is a great location to get away from the city life of Japan. It is quite peaceful here and is located next to a large lake (lake biwa) which is perfect for fishing enthusiasts. Overall, this location is clean and quiet, different from the bustling cities of Japan and i would recommend this place to those who enjoy a scenic walk and a calm environment.
Henry
Vietnam
8.0
Scored 8.0
Beautiful spot near the lake.
Beautiful spot near the lake. Perfect for those that want to stay a little out of the hustle and bussle, in perhaps a bigger / better value for money hotel, but still within close proximity to Kyoto.
Everything.The service provided is top notch even though we are using English as a medium of speak. The room is spacious and the bath provided is just so good. Since we're ordering Halal menu set, I would say the menu is fantastic as it includes seafood, beef and chicken which is hard to find for halal option here. The shuttle service also is quite helpful as there is no medium of transportation to the Ryoukan from the station and a mobile phone is provided to contact them at the station.
Great view of Lake Biwa in all rooms. The scenery from the room is relaxing that you may want to stay inside the whole day. Size of room is bigger than a typical hotel in Japan. Daily cleaning of room is done. Round trip hotel shuttle to Otsu station is available every 30 mins. Waiting area for the shuttle are few steps away from Otsu Station. There is a supermarket few steps from the hotel. You can rent bicycle from the hotel to go around lake biwa.
The included breakfast and dinner was a delicious, visually amazing traditional Japanese spread. This place is a must for anyone wishing to get the authentic ryokan experience, though you have to be willing to step out of your comfort zone a bit to wear the provided yukata and go to the public bath. Easy transit to Kyoto means you can stay outside the city on your visit.
Phenomenal experience!! My family visited for R&R and had an absolutely fantastic experience. Stayed in Japanese-style suite. Kaiseki dinner and Japenese breakfast were outstanding. Service was very attentive, helpful and efficient. Both open air room and private session thermal baths were awesome. Fantastic value for price. Would stay again.
Yuzanso is a beautiful Ryokan with a view over lake Biwa. The rooms are great and have a beautiful view over Lake Otsu from the bathtub in the room.
The best thing about Yuzansou is that they offer halal options to Muslim travelers, one of the only Ryokans in Japan. So now even Muslims can get the full japanese ryokan experience.
Breakfast and dinner were just amazing, it was like a 5-stars hotel, if not more! Staff was incredibly nice as it's often the case in Japan. The interior of the building is so nice, the room as well. I was sold. I already booked my next stay there in a couple of months!
The innkeeper is an artist and she acts as your surrogate mother while you are here. Be sure to ask for room 203 which is set up as a traditional Japanese living room. She and her husband got up in the middle of the night to see me off. I couldn't recommend more highly.
breakfast was ok, quality was good and had western options and good japanese food. was well run. beds were very comfortable (not hard). reception had very little english but no problem communicating despite this and everything went very smooth
the service group is very good and professional. all the people very kind, onsen is damn nice remember rent included onsen bath in room also. it is very confortable. the dinner also very good. Getting nice experience come to japan
It’s a mix of the traditions and modern. With a very warm welcome from the host, always going the extra mile for us. And the host could speak both Japanese, English and Chinese. A perfect place for travellers.
The view from the room was excellent! We could see the sunrise from our room. The room was spacious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved the shuttle service from Otsu station as well!
Living in a historical Japanese style house. It’s really relaxing and comfortable. And the staffs are super friendly, also the breakfast is very delicious!!
The staff is really nice, helped us shipping luggage to the next hotel. Although a bit far from Kyoto, it's easy to reach and the neighborhood is nice.
We have more than 70 million property reviews, all from real, verified guests.
How does it work?
1
It starts with a booking
It starts with a booking
The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. That's how we know our reviews come from real guests who have stayed at the property.
2
Followed by a trip
Followed by a trip
When guests stay at the property, they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff is, and more.
3
And finally, a review
And finally, a review
After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site.
If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first.