Otsu is a relaxing city where you can spend time relaxing in the hot springs. Nature lovers visiting Otsu can explore top areas like Lake Biwa. While you're in town, don't miss a chance to see sights like Ogoto Onsen and Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji.
Ryokans in Otsu
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Oct 9 - Oct 11Top 5 hotels in Otsu at a glance
- Biwako Grand Hotel — 3.5-star hotel in Ogoto. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Biwako Ryokusuitei — 3.5-star hotel in Ogoto. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
- Yumotokan — 4-star hotel in Otsu. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
- Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan — 3.5-star hotel in Ogoto. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo — 4-star hotel in Sakyo Ward. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.
Ryokans in Otsu
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Aug 25 - Aug 26
$382
$420 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
$761
$837 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
$124
$136 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
$87
$105 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
$943
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Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915
Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915Sakyo Ward
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Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Aug 23 - Aug 24
Top neighborhoods in Otsu

Ogoto
The Ogoto neighborhood offers attractions such as Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.
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Shimo-sakamoto
Otsu's Shimo-sakamoto neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
Katata
Otsu's Katata neighborhood is home to attractions such as Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
Top landmarks in Otsu

Biwako Valley Ski Resort
8.4/10 (66 reviews)
Ski the fall line at Biwako Valley Ski Resort located 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from central Otsu.

Mount Hiei
8.4/10 (47 reviews)
You might want to head out to Mount Hiei for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Otsu. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Otsu has other popular natural features you might want to visit such as Lake Biwa.

Biwako Valley
9.0/10 (46 reviews)
Biwako Valley is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from central Otsu, why not stop by during your stay. Otsu has other popular natural features you might want to visit such as Lake Biwa.

Enryakuji Temple
8.6/10 (42 reviews)
Enryakuji Temple is 4 mi (6.4 km) from central Otsu, why not stop by during your stay. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Otsu has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

Lake Biwa Canal
8.6/10 (14 reviews)
Lake Biwa Canal is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from central Otsu, why not stop by during your stay.

Ishiyamadera Temple
9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Ishiyamadera Temple is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from central Otsu, why not stop by during your stay. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
Ogoto Onsen
8.4/10 (25 reviews)
Ogoto Onsen is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from central Otsu, why not stop by during your stay.
Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji
9.2/10 (5 reviews)
You might want to get your camera out and head to Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji— just one of the landmarks located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Otsu. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
Learn more about Otsu
Otsu is hailed for its rich culture and hot springs while top attractions include Lake Biwa. This relaxing city has something for everyone including sights like Ogoto Onsen and Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji within a scenic setting.
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