Places to stay in Otsu

This fully renovated Mingei-style house in Ōmi-Maiko, Ōtsu-shi, is a 6-minute walk from Ōmi-Maiko Station and an 8-minute walk from Lake Biwa.
The 160 sq m property offers four bedrooms, one bathroom, sleeps five guests, and features a fully equipped kitchen, garden, ample parking for three vehicles, and authentic tatami mats.

This recently renovated three-bedroom villa in Ōtsu, near Lake Biwa, is approximately 32 kilometres from Enryaku-ji Temple and 24 kilometres from Sanzen-in Temple.
The 100-square-metre property offers self-catering facilities including a dishwasher and barbecue, sleeps up to 21 guests, and boasts a terrace, garden, and free parking.

This renovated traditional Japanese house, a kominka, is situated in a quiet Ōtsu-shi district close to the Shiga Prefectural Office, with Lake Biwa a short 500-metre walk away.
This family-friendly residence accommodates up to nine guests, offering four bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, and internet, alongside a unique on-site coffee stand and proximity to a public bathhouse with a sauna.

The Gran Resort Oumi Maiko, a family-friendly inn in Ōtsu-shi's Maiko district, offers convenient access to key attractions such as Sanzen-in Temple (22.5 km), Rurikoin (30.6 km), Enryaku-ji Temple (32.2 km), and Mount Hiei (32.2 km).
This Japanese-style hotel provides 30-square-metre rooms with one bedroom and bathroom, boasting amenities including a sauna, spa, bar, garden, and free parking, plus a shuttle service.

This two-bedroom apartment is located in a peaceful residential area of Ōtsu-shi, just a one-minute walk from Oiwake Station on the Keishin Line and close to the Meishin Expressway entrance. It has consistently received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall user experience.
The apartment features a separate living and dining area, two tatami rooms on the second floor, and can accommodate up to five guests. It offers a range of amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine, a bathtub, a sofa bed, and a small backyard, perfect for enjoying a quiet evening after a day of exploring Ōtsu-shi.

This holiday home in Otsu offers convenient access to Enryaku-ji Temple (14.8 kilometres) and Mount Hiei (16.1 kilometres), with Ogoto House Rake Omi situated in the Otsu district.
This family-friendly detached house, spanning 230 square metres, accommodates up to 15 guests with two bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen featuring a fridge and microwave, air conditioning, a garden, and free private parking and Wi-Fi, all within a geothermal area with hot spring access.

This Moriyama-shi holiday home, situated in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, boasts direct Lake Biwa views and is a short walk from Pieri shopping mall and Suishun hot spring.
The recently renovated two-bedroom property sleeps four, offering a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, parking, and self check-in/check-out; nearby attractions include Lake Biwa and the Kusatsu Onsen hot spring area.

This Ōtsu-shi apartment is conveniently located near Lake Biwa, a short drive (approximately 1.6km) from Otsu Station and within easy reach of attractions such as Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple and Biwako Terrace.
Sleeping up to five guests, this one-bedroom flat boasts a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, free on-site parking, and is close to restaurants including McDonald's, Coco Ichibanya, Sukiya, and Marugame Seimen.

This spacious family-friendly house in Ōtsu-shi offers convenient access to JR Ōtsu Station (a 0.8 km walk), providing easy connections to Kyoto Station (16 km) and Shin-Osaka Station (64 km), and is also a 0.3 km walk from Keihan Ujiemmae Station, placing you near Lake Biwa and Hikone Castle.
The four-bedroom property sleeps up to ten guests, boasting a barrier-free ground floor, a fully equipped kitchen with appliances including a fridge, freezer and microwave, a garden, fitness centre, parking, and baby amenities such as a cot and high chair; an in-house chef service is available upon request.

PLATINUM RESORT is a spacious holiday home located in Minami-komatsu, Ōtsu-shi, just 14 miles from Sanzen-in Temple and 18 miles from Rurikoin, offering a peaceful retreat in a quiet neighbourhood. The property spans 767 square metres and accommodates up to 12 guests, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
PLATINUM RESORT offers a range of amenities to enhance your stay, including a private swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a terrace, a garden, a spa, and a bar. Guests can also enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, free parking, and Wi-Fi access.

The Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel is situated on the shores of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, a short drive from JR Katata Train Station and easily accessible from Kyoto. This hotel has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hotel offers a range of facilities for guests to enjoy, including a swimming pool, spa, and fitness centre. Guests can also take advantage of the on-site restaurant, bar, and tennis courts, or explore the surrounding area by bike or boat.

This renovated 100-year-old traditional Japanese house in Otsu City is a 5-minute walk from JR Otsu Station and 2 minutes from Keihan Uraei-cho Station, providing convenient access to Kyoto and Lake Biwa, with Kyoto Station reachable in a 9-minute train journey.
This family-friendly cabin accommodates up to seven guests across two bedrooms and features a kitchen with a fridge, freezer, and microwave, air conditioning, a fitness centre, parking, and offers immersive cultural experiences such as tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and the use of a traditional 'kamado' stove, alongside modern comforts like a projector and a washing machine with a dryer.

This charming lakeside retreat is situated on the shores of Lake Biwa in Ōtsu-shi, just a short distance from the city's attractions, including the Hieizan Enryakuji Temple and the Omihachiman Canal. The cabin offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, with stunning views of the lake and easy access to a variety of water activities.
This traditional Japanese house, known as a "kominka", can accommodate up to eight guests and features four bedrooms and one bathroom. The cabin is equipped with a kitchen, air conditioning, a garden, and parking, and provides a unique and authentic experience for visitors.

This Ōtsu-shi holiday home, situated approximately 21-29 kilometres from Sanzen-in Temple, Enryaku-ji Temple, and Shugakuin Imperial Villa, offers a peaceful garden setting.
The 250 square metre property boasts one bedroom, one bathroom, sleeps eleven guests, and includes a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, private parking, and a washing machine.

欅の宿 縁, a traditional Japanese inn in Koka-shi, Nagano Prefecture, is situated approximately 42 kilometres from several significant temples including Shōren-in, Daigo-ji, and Eikan-dō Zenrin-ji, and 43 kilometres from Heian Shrine.
This 50-square-metre guesthouse offers one bedroom, one bathroom, and accommodates up to 15 guests, featuring amenities such as a garden, sauna, parking, free Wi-Fi, and an American breakfast; a shuttle service is available upon request.

KINOTOMI - Vacation STAY 19643, located in Ōtsu, offers convenient access to significant cultural sites such as Enryaku-ji Temple (32km) and Shugakuin Imperial Villa (34km).
This three-bedroom property boasts 100 square metres of floor space, sleeps up to 21 guests, includes free Wi-Fi, private parking, and a fully equipped kitchen, making it ideal for families or large groups visiting the area.