Ogoto
Otsu

Popular places to visit

Mount Hiei
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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 culturally rich area.

Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Ski, snowboard, zipline, relax overlooking an infinity channel or simply enjoy views of mist, mountains and lake at this popular resort near Kyoto and Osaka.

Enryakuji Temple
Experience the peacefulness and architectural beauty of this 8th-century monastic complex, which spreads across the forested summit of Mount Hiei.

Lake Biwa Canal
Stroll along the cherry blossom-lined banks of a set of canals constructed in the Meiji period to connect Lake Biwa with Kyoto via a series of mountain tunnels.

Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa|Kimono/Yukata Rental Family Plan

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems

Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
Ogoto Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
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Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Overall, we loved the hotel, location and the fab rooftop bar. Great service and drinks/food there. We kept warm with heaters and blankets. Its a must do. We had a superior king room which we found a bit small. But clean if a bit bland.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
The location, rooms and facilities were outstanding… highly recommend The Blossom Kyoto.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Mattress was beyond hard. Really unbelievable. Check-in self-service would not take a credit card unless you had a PIN. No place to sit, relax or work. Any area where you might think to go was reservation only, so you couldn't just go to relax or read at random times. Rooms are too small to do any ...
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Great stay!
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Staff should speak English, lots of Foreigners go to Japan and staff at check in should be able to communicate.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Ogoto

Katata
While visiting Katata, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.

Shimo-sakamoto
While visiting Shimo-sakamoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
