Title: Katata Travel Guide: Best of Katata, Otsu Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Katata](https://expedia.co.uk/Katata-Otsu-Hotels.0-n553248635976008206-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Otsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Otsu.d179215.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Katata Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Katata.d553248635976008206.Car-Hire-Guide)[Katata Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Katata.d553248635976008206.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Katata Travel Guide ## Otsu ## Visit Katata Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Otsu travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu.dx179215) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Otsu_BiwakoValleySkiResort_553248621532772473](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772473/80348000-cce0-4adc-a905-788fbb2a4860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Biwako Valley Ski Resort 4/5(1 review) Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Biwako-Valley-Ski-Resort-Otsu.d553248621532772473.Attraction) ![View of lake Biwa from the top of Mount Uchimi in Otsu city, Shiga prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975257865/2e8e639e-65f1-4eec-ac27-8a62823ed9f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Biwako Valley Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Biwako-Valley-Otsu.d553248635975257865.Attraction) ![Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501434/d98e58bd-cd8c-4c1e-87a9-ad7c0c675026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Hiei You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Hiei-Kyoto.d501434.Attraction) ![Enryakuji Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501444/b478ce38-ec88-431f-abde-8f5312539830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Enryakuji Temple After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Enryakuji-Temple-Otsu.d501444.Attraction) ![Lake Biwa Canal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635023365943/78475526-0732-4268-99f4-cb40ac679416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Biwa Canal Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Biwa-Canal-Otsu.d553248635023365943.Attraction) ![Ishiyamadera Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/ccdcf0ae-6126-4f41-bdd3-36faaf2f321f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ishiyamadera Temple After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishiyamadera-Temple-Otsu.d553248621532771846.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha £18 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) ![eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752183/88240c9c-5450-49a3-a577-27eef4de52d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Japan Package £3 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details) ![Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588042/534f6fa3-f6b6-45cb-9446-d95bccfc0711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nijo-castle.a49588042.activity-details) ![Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49879697/c603fe59-9fe4-4598-9483-fcd8705ed633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto £49 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-top-four-highlights-day-trip-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49879697.activity-details) ![Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49277273/52f9d27f-f6a4-4c54-9103-2a75ca719b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-unesco-highlights-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49277273.activity-details) ![From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49862845/7d2f1d4b-a1b8-4498-9ad9-2afc66aa3c90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto £48 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osaka-or-kyoto-full-day-sightseeing-tour-of-kyoto.a49862845.activity-details) [See all activities in Otsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Otsu.d179215.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Katata ![Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44762100/44762017/9d8a8a3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs 491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto £68 16 Feb - 17 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,884 reviews) This hotel is a tourist dream! The staff were accommodating and the place was extremely clean. The morning breakfast was incredible—fresh fish, a huge variety and a great system so you can wait in your room until a table is ready. Family of 2 adults and 2 10yo—- great location to Kyoto Station— we ... Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=44762017&PinnedHotelID=44762017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008206) ![Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69680000/69673800/69673755/e79c00ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto 4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto £76 16 Feb - 17 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,641 reviews) Great vibe, excellent roof bar, and staff, also clean, good value and located not far from main station and 19th cent timber laneway villages on north side. Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=69673755&PinnedHotelID=69673755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008206) ![Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87830000/87823600/87823506/e9683a07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto £120 15 Feb - 16 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews) Onsen Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=87823506&PinnedHotelID=87823506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008206) ![THE BLOSSOM KYOTO ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76497900/76497805/5129ee06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE BLOSSOM KYOTO 140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto Fully refundable £111 8 Mar - 9 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,552 reviews) Wonderful Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=76497805&PinnedHotelID=76497805&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008206) ![Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27000/26999/32148f12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo 17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto £81 26 Feb - 27 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,500 reviews) Clean room, smooth electronic check in. Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=26999&PinnedHotelID=26999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008206) ![sequence KYOTO GOJO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46310000/46304800/46304712/62f1d485_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### sequence KYOTO GOJO 409 Gojokarasumacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto £53 23 Feb - 24 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (673 reviews) Faultless! Great room. Beautiful bath and sauna. Friendly helpful staff. 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