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Our top choices for Otsu hostels

Pool

Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
Otsu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (46 reviews)
"Super kind host, "
Canada
Jonas
The price is NT$1,141
NT$1,381 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Exterior

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It was very easy to find and the room and bathroom was clean. I would rec"
United States
Meriam Mayumi
The price is NT$794
NT$874 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Lobby lounge

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean and tidy room to stay."
Hong Kong SAR China
Amy
The price is NT$975
NT$1,072 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Living area

Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (66 reviews)
"Everything perfect, clean, staff very kind "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NT$869
NT$955 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Hostel Otro Mundo
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
The price is NT$731
NT$1,042 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Cafe

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (581 reviews)
"Terrific morning breakfast at a cost but well worth it to set you up for the day of exploring. Great location."
Australia
Matthew
The price is NT$1,093
NT$1,203 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Front of property

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Antonino
The price is NT$1,086
NT$1,195 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
Lobby

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
2.5 star property
Minami Ward
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Beware the map attached currently points to Kyoto City Hall, the actual location of this hotel is near Kyoto Station well over 2 miles away."
United States
JONATHON
The price is NT$734
NT$807 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Street view

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, highly recommend staying here :)"
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is NT$1,122
NT$1,324 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Exterior

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (59 reviews)
"Awesome to stay on a century old, traditional building, the place is clean overall, but it would have been nice to see a staff."
Canada
Noel
The price is NT$665
NT$731 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Lobby lounge

K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (555 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
The price is NT$829
NT$1,003 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Exterior

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (109 reviews)
"Charming 100 year old house. We enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."
Canada
Sheldon
The price is NT$663
NT$729 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Japanese garden

Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is NT$3,245
NT$3,569 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Gion Koh - Hostel
Family Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (38 reviews)
"Clean and well thoughtful layout for 3 guests"
Canada
Corey
The price is NT$694
NT$763 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
Front of property - evening/night

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is NT$1,213
NT$1,493 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Books

Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Clean and warm atmosphere. Thank you Toni- san. "
Japan
Midori
The price is NT$2,263
NT$2,489 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Kokonoe Machiya
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
The price is NT$3,559
NT$3,915 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"A great hostel at a very convenient location in Kyoto, appreciated the amenities including lockers for each traveller, would stay here again"
Canada
Zheng Fang
The price is NT$1,882
NT$2,071 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Front of property - evening/night

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"蛇口をひねると全て地下水、塩素との入っていないお水、冷蔵庫にいつも冷えてて美味しい。 お部屋はとても狭くて隠れ家な感じだけど寝に帰るだけなので全然気にならない、なんだか凄く良いニオイがします。"
Japan
みすず
The price is NT$904
NT$994 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
Interior

Guest House WA - Hostel

Guest House WA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Very close to bus stop and train station, clean rooms, shower and comfort rooms,caring staff."
United States
Nancy
The price is NT$1,910
NT$2,427 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Guest House WA - Hostel
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

8/10 Good
"Staff was friendly, location is close to train station. Breakfast was not as good as other hotels we tried. Amenities were limited."
hector 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

Find out more about Otsu

Otsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,718
Accommodation
60 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$729
Highest Price
NT$3,915

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Otsu?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its lake views and hot springs.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Otsu?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to look first: J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Biwa. Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Guest House HANA – Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Biwako-Hamaotsu Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff. You'll find towels and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Otsu?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: 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.
What is there to see and do in Otsu?
In general, Otsu is known for its temples, hot springs, and jogging trails. Major attractions include Nishiki Market, Kawaramachi Street, and Lake Biwa. Get out into nature with places like Ogoto Onsen, Mount Hiei, and Biwako Valley. Cultural attractions include Biwako Hall, Otsu City Science Museum, and Otsu City Museum of History.
What's the best way to get to and around Otsu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Otsu in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Itami Airport (ITM), located 33.6 mi (54.1 km) from the city center. An alternative is Kobe Airport (UKB), located 49.6 mi (79.8 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. To check out more of the surrounding area, take a train from Ogotoonsen station, Biwako-Hamaotsu Station, or Kamisakaemachi Station.

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