Best Hotels in Otsu

Explore Otsu with 54 hotels near iconic landmarks, popular shopping streets, and top dining spots.

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
9.2 (727 reviews)

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel ★★★★★

📍 4 Chome-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu

Scenic lakeside rooms with panoramic views of Lake Biwa, pools, kid-friendly activities and easy access to the attractions of Otsu.

Yuzanso
9.0 (297 reviews)

Yuzanso ★★★★

📍 1-chōme-9-28 Ogoto, Otsu

"The hotel is located by Lake Biwa, and the room was decent. We booked a private onsen room with breakfast and dinner included. The food was excellent, the hot spring was great, and the hotel's service was also very good."

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu
9.1 (72 reviews)

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu ★★★

📍 2 Chome-1-28 Nagara, Otsu

"Very good, very close to the station, self check-in and check-out"

Biwako Hotel
9.4 (702 reviews)

Biwako Hotel ★★★★★

📍 2-40 Hamamachi, Otsu

"The views are absolutely stunning, but this hotel has quite a few downsides. First, the good points: The scenery is incredibly beautiful, and you can see Lake Biwa right from your window. The public bath isn't crowded, and the views from there are also lovely during the day. This was the hotel with the best views during our entire trip to Japan. The room itself is huge, with plenty of space for multiple suitcases. Now for the cons: 1. It's an 8-minute shuttle bus ride from Otsu Station. However, the shuttle bus is a mid-sized vehicle, and I always felt bad for the driver struggling with luggage, especially when it was full during peak hours (packed, with just enough seats for everyone). The bus's air conditioning wasn't very strong, so it got quite hot when there were a lot of people in summer. It would be great if they had a larger bus, similar to the Biwako Hotel. 2. The hotel has a very strong, unpleasant odor, almost like body odor. It lingered for several days and was really off-putting. I'm not sure if all rooms have this issue. 3. You absolutely cannot open the window at night. They should really put up a warning sign, because if you do, a swarm of small, light-seeking insects will fly in, and you won't be able to get rid of them all. On our first night, we didn't realize and didn't close the window tightly, and we were incredibly bothered by bugs all night. Even though it's an older hotel, I really hope they can address these issues."

Biwako Ryokusuitei
9.4 (466 reviews)

Biwako Ryokusuitei ★★★★

📍 6 Chome-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu

"This is a Japanese onsen hotel. The service and food were great, but the rules are a bit rigid. My husband came to drop us off and was planning to leave the same evening without staying. We just wanted to chat as a family of three in our room for a bit. To our surprise, the staff told us we could only talk in the lobby. They said only the person who made the reservation could enter the room, based on how many people were booked. I offered to pay extra so my husband could rest in the room before leaving, but they still refused. Then, to ensure I didn't take my husband into the room, the staff watched us all the way as we put our luggage in, making sure he didn't enter, and then politely escorted him back to the lobby. Alright, I guess we have to follow the rules of Japanese onsen hotels."

Yumotokan
9.4 (80 reviews)

Yumotokan ★★★★

📍 2 Chome-30-7 Noka, Otsu

"Excellent hotel."

SUPER HOTEL Otsu Station
9.1 (49 reviews)

SUPER HOTEL Otsu Station ★★★

📍 3 Chome-2-7 Kyomachi, Otsu

"The service is very good, the breakfast is simple, the room is a bit small, and it is very close to the station, making travel convenient."

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta
8.5 (65 reviews)

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta ★★★

📍 Ogaya, 1 Chome−13−11 スマイルホテル大津瀬田, Otsu

"The room was spacious and clean."

Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast
9.5 (65 reviews)

Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast ★★

📍 3-chōme-3-33 Nagara, Otsu

"This is the Kyoto machiya I want to know most! I almost canceled because it was too far, but after thinking about it I decided to go and found that Otsu is a treasure~ Looking at the big lake that looks like the seaside, it’s very, very comfortable! This accommodation is very nice, nothing wrong with it, the boss is very chatty (in English) but it’s a pity that I didn’t order breakfast in advance, everyone must order it! It’s also good to eat Omi beef nearby."

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Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel ★★★★★
"Absolutely fantastic! Parking was easy, and we had an amazing view of Lake Biwa. Breakfast offered a wide variety of choices. The room was spacious and quiet, and the bathroom had a great wet/dry separation. Thumbs up!"
★★★★★
2026-03-19
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Yuzanso ★★★★
"The facilities are a bit dated, but the environment is nice, the room is spacious, and the breakfast tastes great."
★★★★★
2026-02-19
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Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu ★★★
"Although the room is relatively small, it is very cozy. The environment, facilities, and hygiene are all comfortable. Shopping and transportation are also very convenient. My companions are very happy and are ready to share it with friends who want to come to Japan."
★★★★★
2024-06-04
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Family
Biwako Hotel ★★★★★
"The hotel offers a shuttle service to Otsu Station every 20 minutes, which is very convenient for getting around. The room was great, with lake views, and there's a public bath. There's also a fantastic ramen shop right next door, highly recommended!"
★★★★★
2026-08-01
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Biwako Ryokusuitei ★★★★
"Take a break from Osaka to this little gem, surprise me for such a nice small onsen hotel. Amazing dinner and breakfast."
★★★★★
2025-12-27
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Yumotokan ★★★★
"The experience was great. Staff are friendly and nice. Breakfast and dinner provided are sumptuous. They provide shuttle bus services connecting to various JR stations so no need take taxi at all."
★★★★★
2024-02-19
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Family
SUPER HOTEL Otsu Station ★★★
"Located two stops from Kyoto Station, a five-minute walk from the station. Free breakfast and cleaning service upon arrival. Both Nishi-Shiga and Higashi-Shiga are within an hour."
★★★★★
2025-06-02
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Smile Hotel Otsu Seta ★★★
"The front desk staff was friendly and smiley. The room smelled of cigarettes, but the smell disappeared after I sprayed the provided deodorant. When I tried to take a shower, the hot water didn't come out, so it was cold until it came out. There were many outlets and an air purifier, so it was comfortable. I thought the breakfast buffet could have been a little more varied, but it was delicious."
★★★★★
2024-12-08
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Couple
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed and Breakfast ★★
"There are multiple parking lots nearby, which is convenient for self-driving. The rooms are Japanese-style with modern facilities. Breakfast is Japanese cuisine. The garden is relatively small. Overall it is quiet and comfortable, but lacks refinement (because it is included in tangible culture)."
★★★★★
2024-11-24

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Number of reviews

3,426

Total properties

54

Weekday Avg. Price

£224

Weekend Avg. Price

£250

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