Title: Guest House OTSU - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=179215&destination=Otsu%2C+Shiga+Prefecture%2C+Japan&selected=57105057&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Guest House OTSU Travelers can start their day with a complimentary cup of coffee or tea in the lobby while planning adventures around the scenic shores of Lake Biwa ## Photo gallery for Guest House OTSU ![Deluxe Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom - Guest House OTSU (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105100/57105057/d7c81f14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Guest House OTSU (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105100/57105057/af0c2ccd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared bathroom - Guest House OTSU (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105100/57105057/9a631bad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Private kitchenette - Guest House OTSU (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105100/57105057/45b41582.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Guest House OTSU (Otsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105100/57105057/3d5572a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Guest House OTSU provides a peaceful base near beautiful Lake Biwa. The property offers complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby, perfect for morning planning sessions. Visitors appreciate the free self-parking option located conveniently close to Nanzen-ji Temple. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr. 7 - Apr. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=57105057&PinnedHotelID=57105057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=57105057&PinnedHotelID=57105057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr. 8 - Apr. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=57105057&PinnedHotelID=57105057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=57105057&PinnedHotelID=57105057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr. 10 - Apr. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=57105057&PinnedHotelID=57105057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=57105057&PinnedHotelID=57105057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 17 - 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1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon ### View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (B) ![Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105100/57105057/7181ab10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (B) - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon ### View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (C) ![Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57110000/57105100/57105057/7181ab10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (C) - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon ## You may also like Ad ![Courtyard](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/30000/27000/26999/a23438b6_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo Minami Ward - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 1,597 reviews CA $108 CA $134 total Apr 13 - 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[Visit our Otsu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Otsu.dx179215) [View more Guest houses in Otsu](https://www.expedia.ca/Otsu-Guest-Houses.d179215-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.00307%2C135.86136&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FMh2zGHtiOgwCau80WyWAe7Ykpk=) 1-6-17 Osaka, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0054 ### What's nearby - ![Lake Biwa Canal at Okazaki district, Kyoto, Japan.; Shutterstock ID 748088362; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635023365943/71e2a100-dd29-4d85-a7b3-57d8ac4adc63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Biwa Canal 12 min walk \- 1.1 km - ![Mii-dera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772153/927cf99b-3031-4556-90cd-b8c2c12117a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mii-dera 19 min walk \- 1.7 km - ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103952/3cc4b171-351c-474e-98d6-0d96e58623dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biwako Hall 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - Otsu Port 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Otsu City Museum of History 4 min drive \- 2.3 km ### Getting around - Kamisakaemachi Station 5 min walk - Higashino Station 7 min drive - Itami Airport (ITM) 57 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 5 min walk - ちゃんぽん亭総本家 大津駅前店 5 min walk - ラーメンモリン 8 min walk - ニューくろ万 大津店 7 min walk - THE CALENDER 5 min walk ## About this property ### Guest House OTSU Guesthouse near Lake Biwa Guest House OTSU provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Coffee/tea in the lobby and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Guest House OTSU have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. More amenities include: - Toilets with electronic bidets and hair dryers - Electric kettles, housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15640000/15632600/15632556/2708f68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Futabaso Hikone - Hot tub - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-21&endDate=2026-04-22&selected=15632556&PinnedHotelID=15632556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-21&endDate=2026-04-22&selected=57105057&PinnedHotelID=57105057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=57105057,15632556) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Height restrictions apply for onsite parking - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Conveniences - Shared microwave ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Slippers - Toilet with electronic bidet - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as GUEST HOUSE OTSU Otsu GUEST HOUSE OTSU Guesthouse GUEST HOUSE OTSU Guesthouse Otsu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Guest House OTSU pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Guest House OTSU? ### What time is check-out at Guest House OTSU? ### Where is Guest House OTSU located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Guest House OTSU Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Haseru Apr 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was close to Otsu station. ##### Haseru Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022