With a stay at Hotel Tetora Otsu Kyoto in Otsu, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Fushimi Inari Shrine. This hotel is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Make yourself at home in one of the 131 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and you can also request irons/ironing boards.
GGuest User2025.05.24
We were traveling independently, and the single room was much bigger than the one we had in a tour group before, and the environment was also very good. The highlights of this hotel: it is close to Otsu Tram Station, and there are only two stops to Kyoto by taking the new rapid line: Yamashina Station and Kyoto Station. It is more convenient to travel north to Lake Biwa. It takes less than half an hour to walk to Otsu Cruise Port, and a taxi costs about 1,000 yen. Go to Japan's national treasure town: Hikone; take the Hiei Mountain Line Cable Car (Sakamoto Station) to overlook Lake Biwa; soak in the 1,200-year-old hot springs, etc., and use the tram to transfer conveniently. If you want to see one of the three most scenic views in Japan: Amanohashidate, you can also take the JR New Rapid Line at Otsu Station and transfer to Amanohashidate Tram Station. Although this hotel is close to the tram station, it has good sound insulation and there are few trams after 10 p.m., which hardly affects sleep. We stayed here for 5 nights, visited Gion in Kyoto for one day, Lake Biwa for two days, and Mount Hiei and hot springs for one day, but it still felt like not enough time.
With a stay at Biwako Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Otsu, within a 10-minute walk of Otsu Port and Biwako Flower Fountain. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Lake Biwa Canal and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Mii-dera.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including hot springs, a seasonal outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 4 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 175 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
GGuest User2026.04.27
Facilities: A bit old-fashioned but very clean and well-maintained.
Cleanliness: Very clean, even cleaner than Mitsui.
Environment: Having a balcony is amazing! The air is fresh, the scenery is unbeatable, and taking a walk by the lake during the day is simply blissful.
Service: The staff are mostly Japanese and don't speak English, but check-out was super fast and the shuttle bus was very punctual.
I hope to have the opportunity to return to this hotel again in the future. It has a large room, a balcony, is very quiet with few people, and the environment is exceptionally beautiful.
With a stay at Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast in Otsu, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Fushimi Inari Shrine. This hotel is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Kawaramachi Street.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and complimentary bottled water.
Ttorislim2025.01.07
The first time I lived in the orthodox squatter house, I was pleasantly surprised. The house is very distinctive. The sister of the hotel will not communicate with the translator because of the text but has been communicating with the translator. The breakfast is delicious. Everyone must order breakfast in advance. There is also a vinyl dish machine in the living room. It is very nostalgic and sentimental. Otsu is really a very quiet town, and on the last day of 2024 I spent a very peaceful day here.
Otsu City is the prefectural capital of Lake Country, home to tourist attractions such as Enryaku-ji Temple, Otsu Port, Mt. Hiei, and Lake Biwa.
It's about a 5-minute walk from the north exit of JR Otsu Station.
It's close to the government district, and you can walk to Hamaotsu as well.
It's also about a 10-minute train ride to Kyoto. It's an excellent location for both business and sightseeing.
GGuest User2023.11.24
Location of the hotel is very convenient. It is 5-10 min walk from JR Otsu station which is only 2 stop away from JR Kyoto which costs about 200 yen. The room is clean and quiet but it is a bit tight for 2 mid size luggages (to open simultaneously) but still manageable. Hotel comes with full Japanese breakfast and has coin operated laundry (200yen) and dryer (free). We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to anyone who don't mind staying out of Kyoto.
Located in Otsu, Calendar Hotel is a 1-minute drive from Lake Biwa and 12 minutes from Fushimi Inari Shrine. This capsule hotel is 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Heian Shrine and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Sanjusangen-do Temple.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this Mediterranean capsule hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the capsule hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Otsu? This capsule hotel has facilities measuring 1076 square feet (100 square meters), including conference space.
Make yourself at home in one of the 60 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets.
GGuest User2025.10.20
Excellent location, right at the station. Check in 16h00. No wifi offered. Hotel access via public restaurant - feels weird to walk between diners to go out / return.
Lockers far too narrow even for airline carry-on. Bathroom is clean, shower has small dry area, and water pressure varies. Capsules are spacious with power socket, lights, shelf, etc.
The mattress is a few cm thick piece of soft foam and is so worn that it feels like a slab of concrete wrapped in a sheet. Very uncomfortable! And I am 77kg, not overweight. The pillow is a bag filled with what feels like gravel stones.
Breakfast comprises one hot / cold drink, a small pile of lettuce leaves with dressing, a thick slab of white bread that is scored about half way deep into a small chessboard and very lightly toasted, and a thimble-size serving of sweet fruit yoghurt.
They do offer to hold luggage until 16h00 after check-out, and collecting it is easy and fast.
Located in Otsu, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is connected to the convention center, within a 15-minute drive of Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu Temple. This golf hotel is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Heian and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Sanjusangen-do Temple.
While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as a seasonal outdoor pool or bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle.
Satisfy your appetite with Japanese cuisine at Shimizu Japnanese, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Otsu? This hotel has 31646 square feet (2940 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 529 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
*The pool operation for the year 2025 has ended.
JJiangzuochuzi2026.03.23
The room was so spacious, it didn't feel like I was in Japan. It offered a 5-star environment and service, yet the price was very affordable. Most of the hotel rooms face Lake Biwa, and I highly recommend it for anyone visiting the area. It offers much better value than luxury hotels in China.
Located in Otsu, Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho is within a 5-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Mii-dera. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Omi Shrine and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Ishiyamadera Temple.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Japanese breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and iPads are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles.
GGuest User2026.05.04
Fantastic stay, great location and amenities. Mary and Yoko were very friendly and helpful during our stay
With a stay at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta in Otsu, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Ishiyamadera Temple. This hotel is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At Smile Hotel Otsu Seta, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 94 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
GGuest User2025.04.09
The lady receptionist is very helpful and kind. Much appreciated for your help! In general, the hotel situates for just a 2-minute distance from Seta JR Station, and it takes around ~20min travelling time from/to Kyoto. Reasonable facilities given the price is economic. Thank you for the hospitality.
Koke Musu inn in Otsu provides accommodations with a bar and a shared lounge. Spa facilities and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The guest house features city views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi is available throughout the property.
Accommodation is equipped with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with bidet, bathrobes, and slippers. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. At the guest house, units have bed linen and towels.
À la carte and Italian breakfast options with local specialities, fruit, and juice are available. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, and brunch.
You can play billiards and darts at the guest house, and the area is popular for cycling and fishing. An indoor play area is also available at Koke Musu inn, while guests can also relax in the garden.
Daigo-ji Temple is 7.2 miles from the accommodation, while Shoren-in Temple is 7.9 miles from the property. Itami Airport is 34 miles away.
GGuest User2019.01.22
I really like this house~ The design and decoration of the house is very Japanese and fashionable. There are many things. It may look messy, but those who choose to live here should not care too much about it. After all, it’s here. For these messy hand-made decorations~! In the room and in the small cafe below, most of them are made by One Piece. The workmanship is exquisite and the styles are many. When the decoration is suitable. On the first night of staying, I didn’t go out to play. It took a long time to take pictures in the house to see the figures. Ahaha~ quite satisfied~!
Located in Otsu City, Biwako Ryokusuitei is located on the Strip, within a 30-minute drive of Kyoto Station. This hot spring inn is a 30-minute drive from Enryaku-ji Temple on Mount Hiei. Enjoy pampering at the spa with massages and facials. Enjoy recreational amenities including hot spring baths, a hot tub, and a sauna. All rooms face Lake Biwa, offering panoramic views from the open-air hot spring baths. This inn also offers complimentary WiFi and a gift shop/newsstand. A complimentary area shuttle service is available to travel to nearby destinations. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or grab a snack at the inn's coffee shop/café. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. Complimentary wine service is available on the lobby terrace daily from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage delivery service to airports, train stations, and accommodations (fees apply). Free self-parking is available on-site. Each of the 69 air-conditioned rooms features a smart TV with Netflix and Prime Video, allowing you to feel at home. Private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. A safe and desk are also provided, and housekeeping is provided daily.
GGuest User2026.03.06
Biwako Ryokusuitei was an absolute treat. We had a bit of a wobble at Ogoto-Onsen station as I couldn't find a phone, but luckily we spotted the hotel shuttle. The driver was lovely and made us feel welcome right from the off.
The reception staff were brilliant, really friendly and gave us a proper run-through of the place. Housekeeping was spot on too they were right on the ball and had our tatami mats all ready for us while we were away at dinner.
The real stars, though, were the dining staff. They were incredibly professional and took the time to explain exactly what we were eating and how to enjoy each dish. Both breakfast and dinner were top-notch 😋I'm still thinking about that food now! A proper (home away from home) experience
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AAnonymous UserIt was a great stay at this ryokan! The hotel is able to arrange a car to fetch you from the JR station. You can call them using a dedicated phone at the station which is used to contact the different ryokans. The car arrived in 10mins or so. The ride to the ryokan was also less than 10mins. The hotel also fetched us to the station on the last day of our stay.
The ryokan itself is homely and cozy. We were greeted by an english speaking staff who introduced us to the amenities of the ryokan. There was also a nice welcome tea and matcha chocolate. Our bags were brought to our room as well during this time.
The room is spacious and cozy. The hotel prepared 2 welcome biscuits in the room which was a nice personal touch. The room has a nice living room and a great view of Lake Biwa. Recommend to catch the sunrise over the lake! There are 2 normal beds as well as futon beds (need to set up yourself). Both are comfortable. The hotel also prepared pretty yukata for both female and male guests which you can wear during the stay. There are 4 different designs for ladies, and one design for the guys. You can request for different size if the one in the room doesn’t fit you. There is also a full length mirror and a mini dressing area at the side of the living room. It was fun dressing up in the yukata!
The toilet, basin, shower and hot tub areas are all separate. The toilet is a little small, but the basin and mirror area is very spacious. The shower area is quite small as well and the shower head is rather low so you need to hold the shower head if you wish to wash up while standing. There is a small stool given for you to sit down though. The hot tub area is semi-outdoor and you can see Lake Biwa. But it is quite small (only good for one person). It was too cold so we didn’t use the hot tub.
Instead, we booked the private onsen for 50mins. The private onsen has a private toilet and dressing area which is equipped with hairdryer, body lotion etc. There is a water dispenser as well if you need to hydrate yourself. The onsen area has a washing area, and the hot tub area is spacious for 2 person. There are privacy screens around the onsen area but there is a small gap to let in cold air for ventilation. Wish there is a good view from the private onsen but it was still enjoyable!
Dinner and breakfast was Kaiseki style, and the meals were one of the highlights for my husband and I. We really enjoyed the courses which are clean tasting yet wholesome, fresh and flavourful. It was such a sumptuous treat!
The ryokan also has a souvenir shop if you wish to buy anything back.
Overall, my husband and I really enjoyed the stay here and we agreed this was one of the main highlights of our 12 days trip in Japan. Highly recommend!
AAng Swee BengRoom is very spacious, comes with 2 sets of facial acre products both for man and woman
There's even a 6 CD player with preloaded CDs inside ranging from Jazz to sentimental songs for your relaxation
Food are delicious and nicely decorated
Every day it comes with some free local snacks like financiers and biscuits
One incident that didn't quite went well is early morning after breakfast
As we are rushing to head out before housekeeping and there's no more water in the room, we return to the dinning hall and try to ask the staff to help to fill up some water in their provided water bottle. one lady took over the bottle and head to the kitchen to fill up, but we can hear she's complaining to her colleagues about it.
Shortly, while handing over the bottle, she signal us to leave. We did so but once just stepped out, she simply slams the dinning hall shut! I was surprised by her reaction. It was quite rude of her to do that. If it's against the regulation, they can rightly say so and communicate upfront than doing this repulsive reaction
Overall, a nice stay amid a slight mark on the service rendered
CCheery&PotterThe hotel environment is beautiful, and the rooms are spacious and very clean. The hot springs are incredibly comfortable. There's also a shuttle service available from the station to the hotel. The food is plentiful, and the explanations were very detailed (though you'll still need to translate any Japanese yourself 😝😅).
GGuest UserI doubted there was a hot spring until I stayed there.
It was the best hot spring at the end of my trip around Lake Biwa.
I thought the bedding was dirty because it was old.
I was very satisfied with the hot spring and the food.^_^
CColine RoseI booked the VIP room and it was huge! It really felt like a traditional ryokan, which was superb! Having the onsen right in the room was also fantastic, honestly. I absolutely loved my stay here. It was so relaxing, and the lake view was just magnificent. Since I'll be in Kyoto for the next few days, I'm definitely coming back for another night to enjoy the onsen and the stunning view of Lake Biwa again.
GGuest UserWell, for the price... it's a really good hostel.
The communal bath is large and the private showers are well-equipped. (I'm giving it a high rating for not having a communal shower.)
However, it might be a bit crowded.
The location is nearly impossible to get around without a car or bike.
I wonder if people in their 20s would find it easy to get around. I'm not sure about people in their 30s...
Even the desk staff aren't Japanese. It's incredibly global.
I thought I was in Europe.
GGuest UserIf you are going to visit Lake Biwa or Hikone Castle, staying at Reiah Hotel Otsu Ishiyama is very convenient for transportation and the price is much more affordable than hotels in Kyoto. The hotel breakfast is good and freshly ground coffee is available all day.
BBeixiangLake Biwa is right outside the hotel, which is very convenient. There are not many restaurants nearby. The beach by the lake is beautiful. The staff are very friendly. The room facilities are a bit old, but they are well maintained.
GGuest UserBooked this stay to explore the areas around Lake Biwa. Reception was warm and friendly with an English-speaking host who provided us with the information for the stay.
We booked the western style room as we preferred an attached bathroom, however the room condition was outdated and needs refurbishment, like peeling surfaces. The Japanese style room looked better when we caught a glimpse during check-out time.
Nevertheless, location and amenities were great. Location is near major eateries and commercial centres by a short drive.
RRoger MichaelOk. First of all leave your expectations at home expecting hotel level service. Once you've done that if you want a cheap but clean place to stay this is it. This is a seinenkan - a facility for youth and youth-related organizations to conduct independent study and recreational activities, many of which have basic accommodation facilities but higher grade facilities than youth hostels. They are located all over Japan. I stayed in a tatami mat room on a floor with shared toilet facilities. The ground floor has a large communal bath - obviously separate for male and females. They have lights out at 11 p.m. and guests must return by the same time. There is a very modern cafe onsite serving cheap breakfasts (see photos) but the cafe closes by 6 p.m. There is a convenience store 10 minutes walk away so I suggest you buy snacks and beverages en route from JR Ishiyama station. For dinner, there is a family restaurant - good value and okay food - about 6 minutes walk away.
The seinenkan is located on a small island by a historic bridge. The views of the river inlet flowing into the main Lake Biwa is relaxing, lots of bird wildlife, and lots of rowers (the seinenkan is a water sports facility too). and the sunrise and sunset views are lovely.
The staff are very kind. It cost me ¥5,500 for one night and I will stay there again if I have the opportunity.
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