The Best Hotels Closest to Biwako Otsukan in Otsu for 2026

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A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, a balcony with tatami mats, and a garden with various plants and a stone pathway.

A traditional Japanese inn with tatami mat flooring, wooden sliding doors, and a long corridor leading to a reception area.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with rocks and a small tree.

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Nagara, 1.9 km from Biwako Otsukan

Celine

NT$2,936

NT$3,229 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bed in the background.

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden deck, and indoor plants.

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Chuo, 2.2 km from Biwako Otsukan

Derek

NT$6,234

NT$6,858 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of a body of water and mountains through large windows.

A modern room with a large window offering a view of the sea and distant mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a table with a bottle.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

3. Biwako Hotel

Hamamachi, 1.9 km from Biwako Otsukan

Ming Fai

NT$4,829

NT$5,904 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a marina, and a bridge in the background.

A wedding ceremony with a bride in a white dress, aisle lined with floral arrangements and candles, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A tall, modern building with a glass facade and a curved base.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a counter with a view.

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Nionohama, 3.1 km from Biwako Otsukan

TSUBASA

NT$3,137

NT$3,899 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a bulletin board.

The entrance of a hotel with a glass facade, a signboard with hotel name, and a blue sign on the pillar.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

5. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Nagara, 2.2 km from Biwako Otsukan

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a...

Paul

NT$1,850

NT$2,035 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A beach with calm water and distant mountains.

A restaurant interior with wooden slatted walls, hanging pendant lights, and a planter with greenery.

A wooden structure with a lattice roof, surrounded by flowering trees.

A traditional Japanese garden with a central pavilion, stone lanterns, and a stone pathway.

6. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Kyomachi, 2.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

NT$2,003

NT$2,228 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

7. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

7.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

Roselyn

NT$8,712

NT$11,021 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, and a sliding door leading to another room.

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

8. Shikikaboku

8.2 km from Biwako Otsukan

"The hotel was in a peaceful location of Kyoto very close to the Philosophers path and surrounding temples. The roof terrace and complimentary happy hour drinks was a wonderful edition at the end of long day of sight seeing to soak up the views and relax. The breakfast was excellent - a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, baked bread and fruit and yogurt. And the staff were so helpful with local restaurant recommendations. Would definately recommend"

Hannah

NT$14,501

NT$15,951 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A modern building with a traditional entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

A tatami mat room with a low wooden table and cushions.

A garden with a wooden fence, gravel path, and various plants.

9. Rinn Niomon

8.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

Dwayne

NT$4,157

NT$4,572 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a person reading.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

8.5 km from Biwako Otsukan

Mariana

NT$4,160

NT$4,576 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

A modern spa area with a large bathtub, seating, and a view of a bamboo garden through large glass doors.

A bar area with a view of a forest through large windows, bar stools, and a variety of glassware and bottles on the counter.

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

6.8 km from Biwako Otsukan

Peter

NT$8,070

NT$8,878 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A traditional Japanese-style building with tatami mat flooring, a wooden veranda, and a view of a lush garden.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden accents, a view of greenery, and a desk with a chair.

A dimly lit hallway with a wooden floor, a small illuminated lantern, and a potted plant.

A traditional Japanese-style building with multiple levels, illuminated windows, and a garden area with a pathway.

12. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

7.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

Launi

NT$17,213

NT$19,338 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

13. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

8.3 km from Biwako Otsukan

Anne

NT$12,373

NT$13,610 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door to a garden, a low table, and a television.

A traditional Japanese building with a modern entrance, large windows, and potted plants outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door leading to a garden, a television, and a cabinet.

A bathroom with a stone floor, wooden stools, a bathtub with a stone wall, and a large mirror.

14. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

8.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

Constance

NT$4,697

NT$5,684 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A corridor with stone walls and a tiled floor, leading to a brightly lit interior space.

A modern dining area with a round wooden table, chairs, and a central decorative bowl.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a flat-screen TV.

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

8 km from Biwako Otsukan

Quinn

NT$4,000

NT$4,400 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a lantern, and a sign with Japanese characters.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

16. SOWAKA

8.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

Sophie

NT$39,177

NT$43,094 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A modern bathroom with a large vessel sink, a handheld showerhead, and a separate bathtub.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted artwork, and a simple, clean design.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

17. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

8.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

Agnesa

NT$4,773

NT$5,250 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A corridor with glass display cases, a bench, and a potted plant.

A modern interior with a wooden table, black chairs, and a potted plant.

A covered walkway with glass walls, surrounded by trees with green and autumn leaves.

A corridor with glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

18. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

8.2 km from Biwako Otsukan

Kurtis

NT$5,298

NT$5,828 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a seating area with a table, and a view of a natural landscape.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a contemporary interior design.

19. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

7.9 km from Biwako Otsukan

FRANCISCO JAVIER

NT$4,710

NT$5,855 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and utensils on a shelf, and a drawer with dishes.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a TV.

20. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

8.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

INGRID

NT$3,246

NT$3,571 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Biwako Otsukan

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 123 reviews	View
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.8 Exceptional 73 reviews	View
Biwako Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 697 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu	8.0 Very good 669 reviews	View

Top Biwako Otsukan Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was really friendly and they were able to not only accept my luggage, but it was already in my room before arrival. The staff was very helpful whenever we had questions, and the available amenities like forgotten toothbrushes, razors, and combs was great. Based on my booking, I was provided with some spending cash that we used at the rooftop bar. There are food options on site that made life a bit easier if we didn't want to go out or go far. The location was convenient to buses, and the train."

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hosting, clean, staff are extremely helpful and friendly."

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay Love this hotel"

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing amenities of hot spring and ramen bar late night options. Its trendy japanese tatami style room which make it fun to experience."

Yumotokan

10/10 Excellent

"The amenities are endless. The staff are amazing. We didn't want to leave."

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good

"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"

moksa Rebirth Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely adored my stay here only wish it was longer. Nicely remote because I find the tourists in Kyoto quite overwhelming and the sauna was lovely. Breakfast was also amazing and they accommodated my allergies without stress."

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

10/10 Excellent

"The traditional Japanese rooms are enjoyable and make your stay something else, if possible get a room with a outdoor hinoki bath they're amazing."

Other attractions near Biwako Otsukan

A cityscape with a river, buildings, and trees.

Ojigaoka Park

After visiting Ojigaoka Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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A canal flanked by lush greenery and a red bridge.

Lake Biwa Canal

8.6/10 (14 reviews)

After visiting Lake Biwa Canal, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Biwako Flower Fountain

After visiting Biwako Flower Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Omi Shrine

8.8/10 (15 reviews)

Omi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu City Museum of History

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Otsu City Museum of History during your travels in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Honpukuji Temple

Honpukuji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Onjoji Temple

Onjoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Otsu Painting Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Otsu Painting Museum during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Biwako Otsukan?

Biwako Otsukan is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its temples and major shopping area. You'll find 127 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Biwako Otsukan?

Biwako Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 4 restaurants and free parking. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Biwako Otsukan. Other good choices within a few miles include Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu and Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Biwako Otsukan?

Expedia has 127 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Biwako Otsukan.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Biwako Otsukan, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Biwako Otsukan.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Biwako Otsukan?

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What can I see and do near Biwako Otsukan?

You'll want to browse the collections at Otsu City Science Museum, Mount Hiei, and Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art. Enryakuji Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple, and Shugakuin Imperial Villa are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Philosopher's Path, Yabasekihan Island Park, or Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park.

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Our top choices for Biwako Otsukan hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Biwako Hotel

4. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

5. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

6. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

7. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

8. Shikikaboku

9. Rinn Niomon

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

11. moksa Rebirth Hotel

12. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

13. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

14. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

15. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

16. SOWAKA

17. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

18. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

19. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

20. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

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Top Biwako Otsukan Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Yumotokan

Biwako Hotel

moksa Rebirth Hotel

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Other attractions near Biwako Otsukan

Ojigaoka Park

Lake Biwa Canal

Biwako Flower Fountain

Omi Shrine

Otsu City Museum of History

Honpukuji Temple

Onjoji Temple

Otsu Painting Museum

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