Katata
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
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji 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.
Lake Biwa Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
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.
Katata Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Very busy with large tour groups. Did not yave the serenity of typical onzen hotel.
Reviewed on 2026/4/8
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Always frontline staff available at check in to help you. Excellent bakery for coffees, cake and savoury treats. The rooms are fairly big and very clean. All amenities are well equipped and available. Great location and rooms are very quiet.
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
The location, rooms and facilities were outstanding… highly recommend The Blossom Kyoto.
Reviewed on 2026/4/8
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 2026/4/7
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Great stay!
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Very clean and peaceful place to stay. Loved it!
Reviewed on 2026/4/2
Other neighborhoods around Katata
Ogoto
If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen are top sights worth seeing.
Shimo-sakamoto
While visiting Shimo-sakamoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
