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Come to upscale Otsu and enjoy its lake views, temples, and UNESCO site.

Discover the relaxing city of Otsu—lake views, hot springs, and top sights from Biwako Valley Ski Resort to Lake Biwa.

Top Hotels in Otsu

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
3.5 out of 5
4-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu, Shiga-ken
The price is NT$2,239 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Heian Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and Sanjusangendo Temple. Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (993 reviews)

"Great service and consideration regarding Corona restrictions."…"

Reviewed on 2020/9/28

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel
J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel
1 out of 5
931-1 Kitahira, Otsu, Shiga
The price is NT$1,724 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7

Situated on a lake, this hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Biwa and within 6 mi (10 km) of Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Shirahige Shrine. Kanda Shrine and ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (26 reviews)
Nice place

"The room and restroom are clean.good service!thanks"…"

Reviewed on 2020/7/25

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel
APA HOTEL〈BIWAKO SETA-EKIMAE〉
APA HOTEL〈BIWAKO SETA-EKIMAE〉
3 out of 5
1-16-1 Ogaya, Otsu, Shiga-ken
The price is NT$1,266 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14

Situated in Otsu, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Lake Biwa and within 12 mi (20 km) of Heian Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. Sanjusangendo Temple and Kyoto University ...…

3.9/5Good! (268 reviews)
APA is always a pleasant hotel to stay at!

"I’ve stayed at another APA hotel in Kyoto. The staff and rooms are always a wonderful accommodation with friendly staff, clean rooms and great amenities. They’re always gonna be a choice of mines."…"

Reviewed on 2020/2/6

APA HOTEL〈BIWAKO SETA-EKIMAE〉
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Vacation Rentals in Otsu

HG Cozy Hotel No.46 Otsu
HG Cozy Hotel No.46 Otsu
3 out of 5
4-9-6-2 Chuou, Otsu, Shiga

Situated in Otsu, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Biwako Hall and Lake Biwa. Lake Biwa Canal and Biwako Otsukan are also within 3 mi (5 km). ...…

5/5Exceptional! (2 reviews)
1/4宿泊しました。

"リフォームが綺麗にされており、トイレ、風呂、部屋もすごく綺麗でした。 唯一の難点を挙げるとすれば、近所に駐車場が無いのと、年始は前の道路が渋滞する位でしょうか。 駐車場は徒歩で数分でありました。あと、サイトの地図が住所と違うところが表示されており、困惑しました。"…"

Reviewed on 2020/1/7

HG Cozy Hotel No.46 Otsu
Biwako House
Biwako House
2.5 out of 5
6-3-32, Shimosakamoto, Otsu, Shiga

Situated in Otsu, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Biwa and within 6 mi (10 km) of Biwako Otsukan and Lake Biwa Canal. Lake Biwa Bridge and Biwako ...…

3.5/5Good! (2 reviews)
Good authentic ancient Japan ambience

"We had a great stay at the house! Obaa-san was very nice and humble, she was very helpful to help us call the taxis to pick us up. The house is located 10-15 minutes walk from Hiezansakamoto station and the best part is, it is just a few steps away from Lake Biwa! You could see sunrise if the weather ..."…"

Reviewed on 2017/8/7

Biwako House
Otsu Ousaka House
Otsu Ousaka House
3 out of 5
Osaka 2-4-17, Otsu, Shiga

Situated in Otsu, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Biwa Canal and Lake Biwa. Biwako Hall and Biwako Otsukan are also within 3 mi (5 km). Kamisakaemachi ...…

2/5 (1 review)
Japanese horror

"内装以外廃墟で初めは(´Д｀)『うそだろっ！？』って感じでした。少しゾクゾクしたい人にはおススメです。"…"

Reviewed on 2018/3/23

Otsu Ousaka House
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Popular places to visit in Otsu

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Biwako Otsukan

Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biwako Otsukan
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Enryakuji Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Enryakuji Temple
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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 culturally rich area.

Lake Biwa Canal
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Ishiyamadera Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ishiyamadera Temple
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Ishiyama-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ishiyama-dera. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Ishiyama-dera
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Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Reviews of Otsu

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Top Destination

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 22, 2020

The Biwa Lake is beautiful and the experience of taking the sakamoto cable car is unique and convenient for sightseeing.

5/5 - Excellent

YMNY

Nov 6, 2018

Otsu is a quite place. Great for relaxisation.

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