What's the best high-end hotel in Otsu?

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

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

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

What are some accommodations with pools in Otsu?

Biwako Hotel is a top hotel with a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. A couple of other options with an onsite pool include Biwako Grand Hotel and Biwako Hira Hotel . View all hotels with pools in Otsu .

What is the best spa hotel in Otsu?

Yumotokan is a top spa hotel featuring a bar and a restaurant. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you’ll find massage treatments. Other popular spa hotels in Otsu include Biwako Ryokusuitei and Koke Musu inn . See all spa hotels in Otsu .

What is the best hotel near Kansai International Airport (KIX)?

Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport is a popular 4-star hotel featuring 4 restaurants and free WiFi. It's located a short 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kansai Intl. Airport. Another good choice close to the airport is First Cabin Kansai-Airport , located just 0.1 mi (0.2 km) away.

How is it to stay in Otsu?

Visitors to Otsu are sure to enjoy the lakeside setting and hot springs. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its temples. Top sights around the area include Kiyomizu Temple , Nishiki Market , and Kawaramachi Street . In Otsu, there are 62 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Otsu .

What is there to see in Otsu?

Cultural venues include Mount Hiei , Biwako Hall , and Otsu City Science Museum . Attractions like Biwako Otsukan , Biwako Flower Fountain , and Remains of Shigain-mon are fun for kids of all ages. Landmarks like Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji , Enryakuji Temple , and Omi Shrine might be worth a visit. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Otsu guide .

What's the best way to get around Otsu?

If you'd like to explore more of the area, ride aboard 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 weather like in Otsu?

The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. The rainiest months in Otsu are July, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

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Ogoto

If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen are top sights worth seeing.

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Kyoto Central Inn

30 Otabi, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto

CA $76

CA $85 total

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Jun 24 - Jun 25

7.4/10 Good! (207 reviews)

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Enryakuji Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Travel Info

Number of hotels	2,557
Highest price	CA $261
Lowest price	CA $36
Known attractions	Biwako Valley Ski Resort, Ogoto Onsen and Sagawa Art Museum
Hotels with hot springs	31
Hotels with luxury amenities	25

Frequently asked questions

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 7-minute walk from Lake Biwa, and it offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Reviews from our site also recommend Biwako Hanakaido and Koke Musu inn as top options for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Otsu.

What's the top vacation rental that Otsu has to offer?

BEACH HOUSE at WANI BASE: Visitors give good reviews to this Otsu vacation home rental, which 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 stovetop, and a microwave. Our travelers also rate Both adults and children can relax Twostory hous - Hiei Blue Roof / Otsu Shiga as a favorite home for rent in Otsu. 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 fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Otsu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Otsu?

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

Based on our traveler reviews, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Guest House HANA – Hostel and Youth Hostel Wanihama Seinen Kaikan. View all budget hotels in Otsu.

What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Otsu?

Biwako Hira Hotel is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Attractions like Biwako Otsukan and Biwako Flower Fountain are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Otsu.

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

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is a favorite hotel for couples, and features in-room massages and 4 restaurants. Other good choices for your romantic getaway include Biwako Hotel and Ayaha Lakeside Hotel. See all romantic hotels in Otsu.

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

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free WiFi and free internet. Koke Musu inn is another good choice for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Otsu.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Otsu?

Biwako Mastunoura Bettei is a top dog-friendly ryokan, and offers a restaurant along with private spa tubs for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Otsu.

Where is the best place to stay close to Biwako Valley Ski Resort?

Biwako Mastunoura Bettei is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star ryokan offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Other good options within 5 miles include Biwako Hira Hotel and The Gran Resort Ohmimaiko.

What about the best place to stay near Biwako Hall?

One of the top choices for your stay is Hotel Piazza Biwako, located next to Biwako Hall, and this 3.5-star hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Biwako Hotel and Inn where you can prepare and wash your own meals / Otsu Shiga are a couple of other good options close by.

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

Pension Lakeside is a top pension located on the beach. Other good options to stay near the beach include Guest House HANA – Hostel and View Lodge Biwa. See more stays near the beach in Otsu.