The Best Hotels Closest to Biwako Otsukan in Otsu - 2026 Updated Prices

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a marina, and a bridge in the background.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a counter with a view.

A wedding ceremony with a bride in a white dress, aisle lined with floral arrangements and candles, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

1. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Nionohama, 3.1 km from Biwako Otsukan

TSUBASA

฿2,994

฿3,722 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A beach with calm water and distant mountains.

A restaurant interior with wooden slatted walls, hanging pendant lights, and a planter with greenery.

A wooden structure with a lattice roof, surrounded by flowering trees.

A traditional Japanese garden with a central pavilion, stone lanterns, and a stone pathway.

2. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Kyomachi, 2.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

฿2,153

฿2,395 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An infinity pool with a view of the sea, a covered seating area, and a stone deck.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a bed, and sliding doors.

A hot tub with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.

A modern building with a landscaped garden, outdoor seating area, and illuminated interior.

3. Biwako Grand Hotel

Ogoto, 7.2 km from Biwako Otsukan

Christa

฿5,349

฿5,948 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of buildings.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase with wooden railings, and a sign for the Liberty hotel.

A hallway with a blue carpet, white walls, and framed pictures on the walls.

4. Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

8.5 km from Biwako Otsukan

Hiroki

฿2,179

฿2,636 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and wooden beams.

A wooden ceiling structure with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, seating area, and a small water feature.

A modern building with a vertical wooden slat design, a brick facade, and a small garden area with potted plants.

5. Koke Musu inn

Kinoshitacho, 3.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

Damian

฿1,608

฿1,769 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a view of greenery outside, and a traditional Japanese-style chair.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a cushioned seating area.

A narrow pathway with a stone and pebble border, bamboo railings, and a wooden fence.

A wooden interior with a sliding door leading to a room with a tiled floor and a small step.

6. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

8.7 km from Biwako Otsukan

samantha

฿6,897

฿7,587 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure, elevated platform, and lanterns.

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden bench, a red umbrella, and a building with a circular window.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a tea set, and a view of trees through a shoji screen.

A traditional Japanese building with a stone pathway leading through a forested area.

7. Heihachi Tea House Inn

7.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

"This is the perfect place for an authentic Japanese experience. The staff are wonderful and the meals are superb. Tranquil surroundings with a 5 star multi-course meals each day for breakfast and dinner. The sauna and hot baths were great for winding down after a day of touring. Touring was easy because bus lines and train lines are nearby. We were sorry to leave the Tea House and really hope to return some day. "

Raheem

฿19,105

฿21,015 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

8. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

7.4 km from Biwako Otsukan

Roselyn

฿8,659

฿10,953 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern spa area with a large bathtub, seating, and a view of a bamboo garden through large glass doors.

A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

A bar area with a view of a forest through large windows, bar stools, and a variety of glassware and bottles on the counter.

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

6.8 km from Biwako Otsukan

Peter

฿10,622

฿11,685 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a person reading.

A modern building with large windows, a staircase, and a well-lit interior.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

8.5 km from Biwako Otsukan

Mariana

฿3,051

฿3,356 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern building with large windows, a reflective pool, and a tree in the foreground.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the sea.

A modern interior with a glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water and mountains. Inside, there is a round table with two chairs and a sofa with cushions.

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a small indoor pool, and a wooden chair.

11. Biwako Ryokusuitei

Ogoto, 7.1 km from Biwako Otsukan

Jenny

฿7,578

฿8,400 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a contemporary interior design.

A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

12. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

7.9 km from Biwako Otsukan

Brittany

฿5,010

฿6,227 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden fence, stone lanterns, and a variety of plants.

A traditional Japanese garden with bamboo, a small pond, and stone lanterns.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a balcony, and a small garden area.

A room with a bed, a table, and a window with a view of plants.

13. Ryokan MOTONAGO

8.5 km from Biwako Otsukan

Robert

฿9,356

฿10,292 total

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

A traditional Japanese-style room with a wooden dining table, green sofa, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a bamboo fence.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a sofa, and a sliding door leading to another room.

14. Ishibekoji Ryugin

8.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

Tat Man

฿7,719

฿8,491 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea set, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a television, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, equipped with nameplates and table settings.

A modern bathroom with a large window, a bathtub, and multiple sinks.

15. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

8.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

tamer

฿7,665

฿8,431 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

16. Shikikaboku

8.2 km from Biwako Otsukan

"The hotel was in a peaceful location of Kyoto very close to the Philosophers path and surrounding temples. The roof terrace and complimentary happy hour drinks was a wonderful edition at the end of long day of sight seeing to soak up the views and relax. The breakfast was excellent - a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, baked bread and fruit and yogurt. And the staff were so helpful with local restaurant recommendations. Would definately recommend"

Hannah

฿14,297

฿15,727 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hot spring area with wooden walkways, rocks, and a stone pool.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A traditional Japanese-style garden with a pathway leading to a building with a wooden exterior and a tiled entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden benches and a view of the outside.

17. Biwako Hanakaido

Ogoto, 7.2 km from Biwako Otsukan

Alex

฿10,699

฿11,832 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT."

A modern interior with sliding doors leading to a garden, a sofa, and a refrigerator.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a dark wall, and a planter with green plants.

A modern building with a wooden deck, indoor seating, and a TV.

18. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

8.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

Kevin

฿2,009

฿2,210 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

19. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

8.3 km from Biwako Otsukan

Brandi

฿10,942

฿12,036 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of a residential area.

A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a tiled roof, and a gated entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted light fixture, and tatami flooring.

20. Gion Ryokan Karaku

8.6 km from Biwako Otsukan

Lehi

฿5,125

฿5,638 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Top Biwako Otsukan Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"‘Nono’ is our favorite place in Kyoto while traveling in Japan. This was our third stay and they continue to exceed expectations. We really enjoyed the onsen with all the soaps and conditioners. The have brushes, hair bands. Thank you again!!"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

8/10 Good

"Really enjoyed our stay. The hotel staff were excellent and the hotel shuttle was especially beneficial. The only recommendation I would offer is to have coffee mugs and ice and water dispensers in the rooms or at least on each floor."

Yumotokan

10/10 Excellent

"The amenities are endless. The staff are amazing. We didn't want to leave."

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good

"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"

moksa Rebirth Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely adored my stay here only wish it was longer. Nicely remote because I find the tourists in Kyoto quite overwhelming and the sauna was lovely. Breakfast was also amazing and they accommodated my allergies without stress."

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

10/10 Excellent

"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a really nice part of the city."

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

10/10 Excellent

"The traditional Japanese rooms are enjoyable and make your stay something else, if possible get a room with a outdoor hinoki bath they're amazing."

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

10/10 Excellent

"The property, staff, food and service in general were of the highest possible standard. We hope to return."

Other attractions near Biwako Otsukan

A cityscape with a river, buildings, and trees.

Ojigaoka Park

After visiting Ojigaoka Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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A canal flanked by lush greenery and a red bridge.

Lake Biwa Canal

8.6/10 (14 reviews)

After visiting Lake Biwa Canal, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Biwako Flower Fountain

After visiting Biwako Flower Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Omi Shrine

8.8/10 (15 reviews)

Omi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu City Museum of History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Otsu City Museum of History during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Honpukuji Temple

Honpukuji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Onjoji Temple

Onjoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Otsu Painting Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Otsu Painting Museum during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Biwako Otsukan?

Biwako Otsukan is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its temples and major shopping area. You'll find 127 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Biwako Otsukan?

Biwako Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 4 restaurants and free parking. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Biwako Otsukan. Other good choices within a few miles include Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu and Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Biwako Otsukan?

Expedia has 127 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Biwako Otsukan.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Biwako Otsukan, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Biwako Otsukan.

What can I see and do near Biwako Otsukan?

You'll want to browse the collections at Mount Hiei, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art and Lake Biwa Museum. Enryakuji Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple and Shugakuin Imperial Villa are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park, Philosopher's Path or Ojigaoka Park.

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Our top choices for Biwako Otsukan hotels

1. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

2. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

3. Biwako Grand Hotel

4. Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

5. Koke Musu inn

6. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

7. Heihachi Tea House Inn

8. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

9. moksa Rebirth Hotel

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

11. Biwako Ryokusuitei

12. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

13. Ryokan MOTONAGO

14. Ishibekoji Ryugin

15. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

16. Shikikaboku

17. Biwako Hanakaido

18. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

19. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

20. Gion Ryokan Karaku

Top Biwako Otsukan Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Yumotokan

Biwako Hotel

moksa Rebirth Hotel

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Other attractions near Biwako Otsukan

Ojigaoka Park

Lake Biwa Canal

Biwako Flower Fountain

Omi Shrine

Otsu City Museum of History

Honpukuji Temple

Onjoji Temple

Otsu Painting Museum

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