Title: Otsu Travel Guide: Best of Otsu, Shiga Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Otsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu-Hotels.d179215.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Otsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu-Holiday-Rentals.d179215.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Otsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Otsu.d179215.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Otsu Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Otsu.d179215.Car-Hire-Guide)[Otsu Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu.d179215.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Otsu Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Lake Biwa Canal featuring a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635023365943/14a15aaf-3957-4862-b763-169a633ae883.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Biwako Otsukan showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772170/ea247f6f-7cfb-4b81-8302-12c1b972708e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Otsu which includes food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179215/325b010e-cbb2-4610-8d38-710c2030dc29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Biwa showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179215/8c66a922-0cfc-488c-a1ca-c81c43b64f49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Otsu which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179215/f929f613-2368-4ddc-b885-6ee17aa0ef1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Otsu Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Otsu ![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/553248635976007788/434c692b-561c-432f-9a56-c4d43ec05d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ogoto While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu-Ogoto.dx553248635976007788) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Katata If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu-Katata.dx553248635976008206) ![大津](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975865609/c414389a-22b4-4c52-856b-98381eaab69d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shimo-sakamoto If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shimo-Sakamoto.dx553248635975865609) - Top hotels in Otsu - Top Holiday Rentals in Otsu ![Biwako Grand Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21888200/21888155/4c7cece6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Biwako Grand Hotel 6-5-1 Ogoto Otsu Shiga-ken £138 30 Mar - 31 Mar Stay at this business-friendly ryokan in Otsu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa Museum are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (65 reviews) Great place to stay for a ryokan and onsen experience. Staff are friendly and helpful. The views from the onsens are beautiful. The view with the lake and the mountains in the background is absolutely breathtaking. I highly recommend and would stay again. Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=21888155&PinnedHotelID=21888155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179215) ![Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1071700/1071609/64f667d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel 4-7-7 Nionohama Otsu Shiga-ken £69 20 Apr - 21 Apr Stay at this golf hotel in Otsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=1071609&PinnedHotelID=1071609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179215) ![Smile Hotel Otsu Seta](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10050000/10044300/10044236/dfb9700a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Smile Hotel Otsu Seta 1-3-11, Ogaya Otsu Shiga £24 19 Apr - 20 Apr Stay at this hotel in Otsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Otsu City Science Museum ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=10044236&PinnedHotelID=10044236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179215) [See all 3,157 properties in Otsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=179215) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118313800/118313749/824f2349_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only 16-53 Minamikomatsu Otsu Shiga Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Otsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Omi Maiko Nakahama ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu-Hotels-KINOTOMI-OMIMAIKO-Self-Check-In-Only.h118313749.Hotel-Information) ![IZA oumimaiko](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103806800/103806740/22e86ba8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### IZA oumimaiko 1044-47 Otsu Shiga Stay at this spa villa in Otsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach and Hiratopia are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (1 review) 全体的に良かった。特にキッチン周りの充実(ホームベーカリーやバリスタ、冷蔵庫のデカさ、食器の清潔さ、などなど)や本格的なバレルサウナ、家具などは満足。 一方、チェックイン16時からなので、1泊2日の場合初日は十分にサウナを満喫できず、15時だと嬉しいところ。チェックアウトが11時なので翌日に楽しめたが、できれば時間を気にせず初日に楽しみたい。 Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Otsu-Hotels-IZA-Oumimaiko.h103806740.Hotel-Information) ![Rip stick](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046900/101046860/ba1521d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rip stick 829-1Kitahira Otsu Shiga Stay at this holiday home in Otsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Hiratopia and Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) 家族7人で滞在させて頂きました。駅からも近く、後から来る人、先に帰る人にも良い条件で自由に別荘気分を味わえました。 びわ湖で、マリンスポーツもはじめて挑戦でき、はじめて乗るビスケットに大興奮。良い経験が、できました。 また、BBQ中の急な雷雨にもテントを出して頂いたりと、スタッフの方の素早い対応助かりました。 ベッドが、ソファーベッドと押し入れベッドだったので、寝る準備を始めると埃が出るのが難点。また、シャワー室、トイレにはクーラーがなく、夏場だったのもあって、湿気が…扇風機でもあれば嬉しかったです。 ... 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Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Hiei-Kyoto.d501434.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) ![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 Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Biwako-Valley-Ski-Resort-Otsu.d553248621532772473.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 walkable 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 culturally rich 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 temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishiyamadera-Temple-Otsu.d553248621532771846.Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/426ac756-22ea-4952-9633-d7041b6d54ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha £22 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) ![Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48905530/1400c5b0-3069-4695-a1af-8e7c968a1d63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience £73 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-5-star-geisha-night-walk-small-group-authentic-experience.a48905530.activity-details) ![Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49879697/36bdb579-88ff-46c5-8fc9-78766050c506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto £50 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) ![Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1315829/4cda94dd-f6d0-47e7-8f85-adf49eac5ace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto £18 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kimono-and-yukata-experience-in-kyoto.a1315829.activity-details) ![Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49817188/254a225e-eef6-4ad0-8969-ce0942b90399.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto £50 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-uji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49817188.activity-details) [See all activities in Otsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Otsu.d179215.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Otsu ![Heian Shrine showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501447/a9555915-96a3-4028-acad-596cb324e288.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyoto ![Temple @ uji. Uji is known as Green Tea City. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/0972cec7-6660-4e6b-8ac3-a2c8da067744.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Uji ![Kusatsu Hot Springs. Gunma Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139571/6e9209f4-3fd1-4719-88fb-a7fe7ca01262.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kusatsu ![近江舞子中浜](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179215/fd3ba358-272b-47ae-a37b-ee5d89949981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Minami-komatsu - Cities near Otsu - Places of interest [Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486)[Uji](https://expedia.co.uk/Uji.dx179222)[Kusatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Kusatsu.dx6139571)[Minami-komatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Minami-Komatsu.dx553248635975861775) - [Biwako Valley Ski Resort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Biwako-Valley-Ski-Resort-Otsu.d553248621532772473.Attraction) - [Kyu Chikurinin Garden ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyu-Chikurinin-Garden-Otsu.d553248621532771939.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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