Ogoto Travel Guide
Otsu
Popular places to visit
Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Biwako Valley
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Mount Hiei
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 relaxing area.
Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari
Kyoto : Chopsticks Making Workshop in Gion with Engraving Option
Kyoto: Kimono/Yukata Rental 5 Minute from Kiyomizu-dera
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Top hotels in Ogoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Completely blown away by this hotel! Friendly and attentive staff, numerous amenities and felt like an authentic Japanese experience from the moment you walk in the door. Everybody must take their shoes off at the entrance and place them in easy to use lockers. The rooms had nice Japanese touches, ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
We had a fantastic stay at Nohga. Clean, spacious, and modern rooms with aesthetically pleasing interiors. Staff were very courteous and everyone spoke English. I liked the bakery to grab a quick bite and breakfast offering was great too. Nice and beautiful rooftop bar. Location was a big plus with ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Excellent stay! Will definitely stay here in the future.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Staff and cleanliness
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Staff was friendly, housekeeping did an excellent job. The only negative thing is that the smoking room allows too much smoke into the lobby and the laundry room. We used the laundry room and our clothes smelled of cigarette smoke. Maybe a better ventilation or air purifier would eliminate the smell ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
The cleaning staff were extremely kind every time they would see you in the hall.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ogoto
Katata
If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Shimo-sakamoto
If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
