Hotels near Biwako Ohashi Observatory, Otsu

With a stay at View Lodge Biwa in Otsu, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Lake Biwa Bridge. This beach hotel is 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 16.1 mi (26 km) from Kawaramachi Street. Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace. Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and toilets with an electronic bidet. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Dantoukan Kikunoya in Otsu (Ogoto), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Lake Biwa and 11 minutes from Lake Biwa Canal. This ryokan is 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Kiyomizu Temple. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as hot springs, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and gift shops/newsstands. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The ryokan also offers room service. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and free valet parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and slippers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary bottled water.

This ryokan is located on the shores of Lake Biwa, Japan’s lake, offering open and expansive views from the large public bath and lobby. For dinner, guests can enjoy a Japanese kaiseki meal prepared with seasonal ingredients. The annex, “Kyo-Oumi,” features VIP rooms, each with a private open-air hot spring bath, offering a view that feels as if you are floating on Lake Biwa. The facility also includes a convenience store, spa, coffee lounge, and other well-equipped public spaces. Complimentary shuttle bus service is available to and from JR Ogoto Onsen Station.

Located in Otsu (Ogoto), Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan is about a 20-minute train ride from Kyoto Station and within a 10-minute drive of Saikyoji Temple and Hiyoshi Taisha. This ryokan is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Omi Jingu and 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Enryaku-ji East Temple. Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including hot springs and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this ryokan include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The ryokan also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. 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 101 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Biwako Hanakaido, you'll be centrally located in Otsu, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen. This hotel is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Kawaramachi Street. Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including hot springs and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine. Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Ramupu, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 43 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets.

When you stay at Biwako Ryokusuitei in Otsu, you'll be on the Strip, within a 5-minute drive of Saikyoji Temple and Shozuiji Temple. This spa ryokan is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Ukimido and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Enryakuji Temple. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including hot springs, a hot tub, and karaoke. This ryokan also features complimentary wireless internet access and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the ryokan's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 70 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Yumotokan in Otsu, you'll be 1.3 mi (2 km) from Lake Biwa and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Heian Shrine. This family-friendly ryokan is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including hot springs and karaoke. Additional features at this ryokan include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Satisfy your appetite at the ryokan's coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. 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 65 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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. *Swimming pool (outdoors) The pool will be open during the summer and is only available to guests staying at the hotel. Opening period: July 12, 2025 - September 15, 2025 (only open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in September) Hours: 9:00A.M. - 5:00P.M. (*8:00A.M. - 5:00P.M. from August 1st to 7th and 9th to 17th, 8:00A.M. - 3:00P.M. on August 8th.) Price: [For guests staying at the hotel only] Adults 3,000 yen, children (4-5 years old) sharing beds will be charged 1,500 yen per day at the hotel. We will not allow entry to guests who are members of organized crime groups or have tattoos.

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 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Biwa Canal and 1.1 mi (1.8 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.

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.