5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
The Biwa Lake is beautiful and the experience of taking the sakamoto cable car is unique and convenient for sightseeing.
Otsu
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Where to stay in Otsu
Ogoto
3/5(1 area review)
If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4-7-7 Nionohama Otsu Shiga-ken
$84 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$93 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Hotel is beautiful. Very clean n great service. Beds comfortable. Restaurants overpriced. Buffet was just ok for price. Safe parking. In walking distance to stores n eateries. Convenient gift shop on site.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Yumotokan
2-30-7 Noka Otsu Shiga-ken
$229 nightly
The price is $254 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$254 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (742 reviews)
Room was great and clean. Meal
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Biwako Ryokusuitei
6-1-6 Ogoto Otsu Shiga-ken
$202 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
$225 total
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Book a stay at this spa ryokan in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (533 reviews)
Warm welcome, excellent service and fabulous onset. Highly recommend the resort for a truly traditional Japanese experience.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
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
16-53 Minamikomatsu Otsu Shiga
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly vacation home in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Biwako ...
IZA oumimaiko
1044-47 Otsu Shiga
Stay at this 3-star spa villa in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Omi Maiko Nakahama ...
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 Jan 3, 2025
Rip stick
829-1Kitahira Otsu Shiga
Stay at this vacation home in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Hiratopia are located ...
9.6/10 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。 ...
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Enryakuji Temple
Experience the peacefulness and architectural beauty of this 8th-century monastic complex, which spreads across the forested summit of Mount Hiei.
Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
$25
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
$27
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
$24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour
$56
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa Couple Plan Kimono Yukata Rental
$63
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Fushimi Inari - Arashiyama: Torii Gates, Bamboo, Monkey Park
$79
per adult
Reviews of Otsu
4.2
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
YMNY
Otsu is a quite place. Great for relaxisation.
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