Ogoto Travel Guide

Otsu

Popular places to visit

Ishiyamadera Temple

Ishiyamadera Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu when you spend time at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ishiyamadera Temple
Lake Biwa Canal

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.

Lake Biwa Canal
Enryakuji Temple

Enryakuji Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu when you take a trip to Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Enryakuji Temple
Mii-dera

Mii-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Mii-dera
Biwako Otsukan

Biwako Otsukan

Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biwako Otsukan
Ishiyama-dera

Ishiyama-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a trip to Ishiyama-dera. Make time for the temples and local tours in this walkable area.

Ishiyama-dera

Things to do

Shirahige Shrine

Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

£687
per traveller
Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
2 Hours Shared Kendo Experience In Kyoto Japan

2 Hours Shared Kendo Experience In Kyoto Japan

£92
per adult
2 Hours Shared Kendo Experience In Kyoto Japan
Private Lake Biwa Bass Fishing and Sightseeing

Private Lake Biwa Bass Fishing and Sightseeing

£449
per traveller
Private Lake Biwa Bass Fishing and Sightseeing
Mount Hiei Private Guided Day Tour

Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)

£266
per adult
Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

£362
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

£38
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
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Top hotels in Ogoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is £76 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
£76
22 Jun - 23 Jun
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,148 reviews)
"We have stayed at Onyado Nono in Kyoto twice now and each time has been outstanding. The staff is above and beyond kind, courteous and helpful. The breakfast staff especially are working so hard and doing an incredible job. The rooms are comfortable and clean, to say nothing of the onsen which is ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £44 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£44
29 Jun - 30 Jun
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,635 reviews)
"Close to Kyoto station"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is £101 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
£101
22 Jun - 23 Jun
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 helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,017 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, clean rooms, beautiful hotel. We loved our stay at this hotel and would recommend to anyone!"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is £66 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
£66
19 Jun - 20 Jun
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,666 reviews)
"The hotel facility is very nice, but temperature in the hallways is very warm."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 out of 5
9-3 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is £73 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£73
8 Jul - 9 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (637 reviews)
"Good location for Kyoto station and for other buses and trains that go to certain tourist sites. Room was a good size, breakfast was high quality although the restaurant was not available without a 'group booking'. Self service laundry was very useful also."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is £48 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
£48
25 Jun - 26 Jun
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,225 reviews)
"Perfect hotel stay!!!"

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Ogoto

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Katata

If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Katata
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Shimo-sakamoto

If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Shimo-sakamoto

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