What's the best place for a stay in Otsu?

Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Lake Biwa, and it offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Reviews from our site also recommend Biwako Hotel and Biwako Hanakaido as top options for your trip. See all available top hotels , or vacation rentals in Otsu .

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Otsu has to offer?

BEACH HOUSE at WANI BASE : This highly rated holiday home rental in Otsu is on a lake, and equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a hob and a microwave. See all vacation rentals in Otsu .

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Otsu, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Otsu.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Otsu?

Based on reviews, Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae is a popular 3-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and a restaurant. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu and Guest House HANA – Hostel . View all budget hotels in Otsu .

What's the best place to stay for a family holiday in Otsu?

Biwako Hira Hotel is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay with the children include View Lodge Biwa and Onsen Hotel Holiday Afternoon . Also, attractions such as Biwako Otsukan and Otsu City Science Museum are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Otsu .

What's the best place to stay for couples in Otsu?

Royal Oak Hotel Spa & Gardens is a favourite 4-star hotel for couples, and features in-room massages and deep-soaking baths. Another good option for your romantic getaway is Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel . See all romantic hotels in Otsu .

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Otsu?

Hotel Granvia Kyoto is a top 4.5-star LGBTQ-friendly hotel, affiliated with IGLTA, that features a full-service spa and free WiFi. Kyoto Tokyu Hotel is another good choice for your trip.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation option in Otsu?

Cinq petit chambre is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Oyado Kyoto Station 1 and Oyado Kyoto Station 2 .

What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Otsu?

Onsen Hotel Holiday Afternoon is a top pension with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located close to the beach . Other good options to stay near the beach include View Lodge Biwa and J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel . See more stays near the beach in Otsu .

What's the best luxury place to stay in Otsu?

Biwako Hotel is a 4-star hotel with 4 restaurants and 2 bars, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Otsu .

What's the best boutique-style hotel in Otsu?

The Screen is a favourite 4-star hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 13 guestrooms, a restaurant and a bar. Hotel Kanra Kyoto and Gagakuan are other boutique-style choices.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Otsu?

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan is a popular 3.5-star ryokan featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, a full-service spa and free WiFi. View all hotels with pools in Otsu .

What is the best spa hotel in Otsu?

Guest House Chalet Sielu is a top spa hotel with free WiFi and free self-parking. Why not spend some time relaxing in the hot tub? Other popular spa hotels in Otsu include Ogotoso and Yumotokan . See all spa hotels in Otsu .

What's it like to stay in Otsu?

Visitors to Otsu will definitely enjoy the lakeside setting and hot springs. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its temples. Top sights in the city include Lake Biwa and Biwako Valley . In Otsu, there are 67 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Otsu .

What is there to see in Otsu?

Cultural venues include Biwako Hall , Otsu City Museum of History and Otsu City Science Museum . Landmarks like Biwako Valley , Hiyoshi Taisha and Enryakuji Temple might be worth a visit. The lakeside and hot springs highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including Lake Biwa , Ogoto Onsen and Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park . Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Otsu guide .

How can I get around Otsu?

If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop on a train from Ogotoonsen station, Biwako-Hamaotsu Station or Kamisakaemachi Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Otsu for your journey.

What's the seasonal weather like in Otsu?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Otsu is 1141 mm.

Find hotels in Otsu from £24

Travelling to the States just got easier, as COVID-19 tests are no longer required.

Save 10% or more on select stays with Expedia Rewards

Search over 2.9 million properties and 550 airlines worldwide

Where to stay in Otsu

Find the best Otsu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Otsu

$Philosopher\'s Walk which includes a park and a river or creek$
Sakyo Ward
5/5Exceptional!(1 area review)
Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Mount Hiei and Kyoto International Conference Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Kokusaikaikan Station or Matsugasaki Station to see more of the city.
Find hotels in Sakyo Ward
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Inari Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Momoyama Station or Momoyama-minamiguchi Station to see more of the city.
Find hotels in Fushimi Ward
Yamashina Ward
The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about Yamashina Ward. Bishamon-do Temple and Iwayaji Temple are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Higashino Station or Keihan Yamashina to get around the larger area.
Find hotels in Yamashina Ward
Ogoto
While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.
Find hotels in Ogoto
Katata
If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Find hotels in Katata

Frequently asked questions

Otsu Hotel Reviews
expedia verified reviews

HOTEL UNIZO Kyoto Karasuma Oike
5/5 Excellent
"The lobby rest area was so comfortable, good environment for relaxation "
A verified traveller from OTSU stayed at HOTEL UNIZO Kyoto Karasuma Oike
Posted 5 days ago
HOTEL UNIZO Kyoto Karasuma Oike
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
5/5 Excellent
"Great hotel, wonderful stuffs"
A verified traveller from Palo Alto stayed at Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
Posted 3 weeks ago
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
Hotel Hokke Club Kyoto
5/5 Excellent
"Good"
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Hokke Club Kyoto
Posted 3 weeks ago
Hotel Hokke Club Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto
5/5 Excellent
"Recommend!"
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Okura Kyoto
Posted 3 weeks ago
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
5/5 Excellent
"The staffs are so willing to help you out. Place is gorgeous and undoubtedly located at most convenient location you can think of!"
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Posted 3 weeks ago
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
5/5 Excellent
"BEAUTIFUL I RECOMMEND TO ANYONE"
A verified traveller stayed at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Posted 1 month ago
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo
5/5 Excellent
"ok"
A verified traveller stayed at Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo
Posted 2 months ago
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
5/5 Excellent
"I’ve stayed 2 nights with my parents, for one room and my wife and me, for another. My parents are in their 80s. Very traditional Japanese. I was a bit concerned a modern style (western bedding for example) and considered a Ryokan first. But they enjoyed the most!! Anyway I definitely hope to come back this hotel again. The location is excellent, you can enjoy both touristic and merge into the real local people’s life. One top of that, the hotel staff is super friendly and kind. I bet this is the hotel for your next Kyoto experience. Thank you!! "
A verified traveller stayed at Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
Posted 3 months ago
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
5/5 Excellent
Great hotel! Would stay here again!
"As expected from a hotel in Japan, spick and span, super clean. Beautiful bathroom, sheets, the works. Loved it. Would stay here again. Friendly staff, no problems whatsoever."
A verified traveller stayed at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Posted 5 months ago
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo