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A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden deck, and indoor plants.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bed in the background.

1. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Chuo, 2 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Derek

£163

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a marina, and a bridge in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

A tall, modern building with a glass facade and a curved base.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a counter with a view.

2. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Nionohama, 0.8 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

TSUBASA

£83

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of a body of water and mountains through large windows.

A modern hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and a glass facade reflecting the surroundings.

A modern room with a large window offering a view of the sea and distant mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a table with a bottle.

3. Biwako Hotel

Hamamachi, 1.9 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Ming Fai

£127

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel lobby with a grand chandelier, wooden paneling, marble steps, and a reception desk with a digital screen.

A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

A modern spa area with wooden paneling, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent signage.

4. Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

Ogaya, 1.9 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Robert

£34

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

A conference room with long tables and chairs, a whiteboard, and a projector screen.

A multi-story building with a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A cafeteria with long tables, chairs, and a variety of food items on display.

5. Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Ogaya, 1.8 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

GHAN SHYAM

£23

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, and a mirror.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a visible entrance.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a small table with a laptop, and a reception desk.

6. le Lac HOTEL OTSU-ISHIYAMA

Awazucho, 1.1 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

MAKOTO

£50

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bathroom with a bathtub, a mirror, and a shelf with toiletries.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a television, and a small table.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a vending machine, and a large window.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring large windows and a brick facade.

7. Hotel ab Shiga

1.5 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

"ホテルの顔である玄関の自動ドアの電源が切れてて、手動を強要してる。 Wifiが使えるか聞いたら、ロビー近くしか使えないといわれた。にも拘わらず部屋にランケーブルも無ければ、言わないと貸してくれない。大荷物持ってるのに階段でどうぞ！と言われた。（エレベーターもあるのに）部屋の鍵が解りにくいのに説明なし。（鍵を回しながらドアを押さないと開かない）ホテルの門限23時。歴史的には有名な地である点と川の中州に建てられたホテルなので景色は良いけど、何もなくて不便だった… フロントも居たり居なかったり、呼び鈴を押すタイプ。愛想は悪くなかったけど、シルバー人材センターのアルバイトって感じだった。掃除はよくされてたけど、施設は古く快適とはいいがたかった… 眺望は良かったけど、リピートはしないな。"

TAKASHI

£54

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beach with calm water and distant mountains.

A restaurant interior with wooden slatted walls, hanging pendant lights, and a planter with greenery.

A traditional Japanese garden with a central pavilion, stone lanterns, and a stone pathway.

A wooden structure with a lattice roof, surrounded by flowering trees.

8. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Kyomachi, 1.8 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

£54

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with rocks and a small tree.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, a balcony with tatami mats, and a garden with various plants and a stone pathway.

A traditional Japanese inn with tatami mat flooring, wooden sliding doors, and a long corridor leading to a reception area.

9. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Nagara, 2.3 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Celine

£77

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

10. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

6.6 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Brandi

£358

additional charges may apply

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

11. Hotel Chourakukan

6.5 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Philip

£742

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden table, and chairs. A large window provides a view of a tree outside.

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a window with a grid pattern, and a built-in wardrobe.

A traditional Japanese building with a two-story structure, large sliding doors, and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a cushioned bench, and a sliding door.

12. BenTen Residences

6.6 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Felecia

£389

additional charges may apply

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, and a sliding door leading to another room.

13. Shikikaboku

6.5 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

"The hotel was in a peaceful location of Kyoto very close to the Philosophers path and surrounding temples. The roof terrace and complimentary happy hour drinks was a wonderful edition at the end of long day of sight seeing to soak up the views and relax. The breakfast was excellent - a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, baked bread and fruit and yogurt. And the staff were so helpful with local restaurant recommendations. Would definately recommend"

Hannah

£379

additional charges may apply

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

6.2 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Roselyn

£238

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A corridor with glass display cases, a bench, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden accents, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern interior with a wooden table, black chairs, and a potted plant.

A covered walkway with glass walls, surrounded by trees with green and autumn leaves.

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

6.5 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Kurtis

£101

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a lantern, and a sign with Japanese characters.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window overlooking a wooden fence and greenery.

16. SOWAKA

6.6 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Sophie

£1,105

additional charges may apply

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A corridor with stone walls and a tiled floor, leading to a brightly lit interior space.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern dining area with a round wooden table, chairs, and a central decorative bowl.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a flat-screen TV.

17. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

6.4 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Quinn

£71

additional charges may apply

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hot spring area with wooden benches and lanterns, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A wooden interior with a large window, a hot tub, and a wicker chair.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hot tub with a view of a cityscape and water at dusk.

18. Yumotokan

Noka, 6.5 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Chong

£181

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A building with multiple floors, a staircase leading to the entrance, and surrounding trees.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape and a pagoda.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a long table, and chairs, overlooking a traditional pagoda through large windows.

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

6.5 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

"The most beautiful hotel with outstanding amenities and staff. The location was excellent right in the heart of a historic Kyoto neighborhood. We really enjoyed the history behind the building and how they preserved the elementary school memorabilia. The guest lounge is a wonderful option for afternoon tea or happy hour drinks. Breakfast was outstanding and all the staff were truly top notch. Would definitely go back!"

Sara

£1,036

additional charges may apply

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a contemporary interior design.

A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

20. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

6.4 mi from Otsu City Science Museum

Brittany

£141

additional charges may apply

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Otsu City Science Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Biwako Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 695 reviews	View
Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae	8.2 Very good 547 reviews	View
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta	7.8 Good 293 reviews	View

Top Otsu City Science Museum Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Attention to detail. Their facilities were top notch and very clean. 9-11 Ramen + Ice Cream was very good!"

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. Excellent breakfast buffet."

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Our issue was very specific and might not affect most. There were limited gluten free options in the restaurants for lunch and dinner. Although you can convince a chef in other places to grill fish or steak easily, it was not an option here, at least in the common restaurant. Breakfast was better. They had gluten free bread and many options. Also, all restaurants (there are two other special ones) close rather early. But other than these (which might not be a big issue for most) a really good hotel. Fantastic staff."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"Second time in the hotel , even we asked to be upgraded they offered just with extra charge . Breakfast doesn’t have the variety I would expect including lack of western products and vegetables . Service is good in general and location excellent . Room size is not too big for superior double All together price wise is reasonable"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

8/10 Good

"Really enjoyed our stay. The hotel staff were excellent and the hotel shuttle was especially beneficial. The only recommendation I would offer is to have coffee mugs and ice and water dispensers in the rooms or at least on each floor."

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good

"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

10/10 Excellent

"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a really nice part of the city."

Other attractions near Otsu City Science Museum

A wooden tray with various Japanese dishes including rice, fish, soup, and pickled vegetables.

Aeon Mall Kusatsu

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

During your visit to Kusatsu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Aeon Mall Kusatsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A modern architectural building with a curved roof and a flagpole.

Biwako Hall

9.2/10 (9 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Biwako Hall on your trip to Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple

Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

After visiting Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Zeze Ware Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Zeze Ware Museum during your travels in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Omi Bridge

Omi Bridge is just one of the places to see in Kusatsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Yabasekihan Island Park

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Yabasekihan Island Park, a lovely green space in Kusatsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Takebe Taisha Shrine

Takebe Taisha Shrine is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Otsu City Science Museum?

Otsu City Science Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its picturesque gardens and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 7 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Otsu City Science Museum?

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a golf course and 4 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Otsu City Science Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Smile Hotel Otsu Seta and Biwako Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Otsu City Science Museum?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Otsu City Science Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Otsu City Science Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Otsu City Science Museum.

What can I see and do near Otsu City Science Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Otsu City Museum of History, Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan and Zeze Ware Museum. Sights like Ishiyamadera Temple, Kusatsujuku Honjin and Bishamon-do Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park, Yabasekihan Island Park or Ojigaoka Park.

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Our top choices for Otsu City Science Museum hotels

1. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

2. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

3. Biwako Hotel

4. Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

5. Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

6. le Lac HOTEL OTSU-ISHIYAMA

7. Hotel ab Shiga

8. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

9. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

10. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

11. Hotel Chourakukan

12. BenTen Residences

13. Shikikaboku

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

16. SOWAKA

17. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

18. Yumotokan

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

20. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

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Top Otsu City Science Museum Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Biwako Hotel

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Other attractions near Otsu City Science Museum

Aeon Mall Kusatsu

Biwako Hall

Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple

Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park

Zeze Ware Museum

Omi Bridge

Yabasekihan Island Park

Takebe Taisha Shrine

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