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Biwako Hanakaido

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

Biwako Hanakaido features outdoor and indoor hot-spring baths, 3 dining options and rooms with a balcony and Lake Biwako views. It also has a garden and a sauna, while the lobby offers free WiFi.

C
Chan
From
Canada
Very friendly helpful staff, great food and nice surroundings.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Price from
US$380.26
1 night, 2 adults

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

Biwako Ryokusuitei offers Japanese-style/Western rooms with Lake Biwako views, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

c
christina
From
Singapore
Really loved the dinner and breakfast options. Nightly happy hour with free ice cream and snacks was a nice touch for the guest:) The daily biscuits and top up of hot and cold water in our room was awesome. Everything about the room was great (had the private onsen). Only issue was the shower had some flies so it’s awkward to shower. Staff were extremely courteous. Location was great. Although a bit far from the station to walk the hotel shuttle is able to take you back and forth on request. It’s right opposite the tourism park where you can get great souvenirs. All in all will recommend this place and very satisfied.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
Price from
US$247.17
1 night, 2 adults

Yumotokan

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

Situated in Otsu, 16 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, Yumotokan offers accommodation with a hot spring bath, a hot tub and spa facilities.

D
Daniel
From
Germany
The fantastic care they took to ensure a wonderful stay. Gladly anytime again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews
Price from
US$299.15
1 night, 2 adults

Yuzanso

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

Only a 5-minute drive from JR Ogoto Onsen Station with the complimentary shuttle, hotel Yuzanso features Japanese-style rooms with a private open-air hot spring bath and spectacular views of Biwako...

D
Darren
From
Hong Kong
Great get away to relax and unwind. Hot springs, private and public were fantastic. Only reserved breakfast and the food was excellent. Room was very large looking out to lake Biwa. Hotel staff were very helpful and informative. The free shuttle to and from the hotel was also a plus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
Price from
US$263.25
1 night, 2 adults

Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

Offering quiet street views, Ogoto Onsen Yunoyado Komolebi is set in the Ogoto Onsen district of Otsu, 16 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 17 km from Mount Hiei.

A
Antonella
From
Italy
everything was perfect,how they welcome you and explain the facilities,everyone was very kind and accomodating (my friend is vegetarian and they change the menu accordingly) the food was delicious,the room was clean,spacious and the futon super comfy. With an additional charge (but totally worth it) it's possible to use the near hotel's baths,that have open air baths at different floor (the 8th and 11th are amazing!) I would totally come back if I can. Thanks so much for an amazing experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
Price from
US$202.09
1 night, 2 adults

琵琶湖グランドホテル京近江

Ogoto Onsen, Otsu

15 km from Enryaku-ji Temple in Otsu, 琵琶湖グランドホテル京近江 offers accommodation with access to a sauna, hot spring bath and public bath.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Price from
US$307.13
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Located 1 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto in the centre of Kyoto, Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Angeline
From
Singapore
Service exceeded expectations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,303 reviews
Price from
US$189.91
1 night, 2 adults

Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Situated a 10-minute walk from lively Kawaramachi area, Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei offers Japanese-style accommodation with modern facilities and traditional design.

H
Hieu
From
Vietnam
This is very beautiful hotel with very nice decoration and friendly staffs who are very kind and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,758 reviews
Price from
US$103.51
1 night, 2 adults

Seikoro Ryokan - Established in 1831

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Seikoro Ryokan is located in Kyoto, a 7-minute drive from JR Kyoto Station. Featuring traditional Japanese-style accommodation, it offers a public bath and massage services.

B
Barbara
From
Guatemala
This was my favorite hotel. Unfortunately, when I arrived, I was sick from food poisoning and could not enjoy it to the max, but the staff was extremely good to me. I cannot thank them enough. The futon beds were extremely comfortable, all the structure really took me back to almost 200 years ago. I really wanted to get the traditional breakfast, but I was too sick so I got the western one that was delicious. Cant wait to be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,296 reviews
Price from
US$438.76
1 night, 2 adults

Nazuna Kyoto Higashi Honganji

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Well set in Kyoto, Nazuna Kyoto Higashi Honganji provides an Asian breakfast and free WiFi. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The ryokan features family rooms.

P
Patricia
From
Belgium
The room was very cosy and comfortable. Perfect for unwinding after busy days of sightseeing and crowds. The bath does wonders for tired legs from walking. The room is stocked with an assortment of free drinks and traditional snacks are provided in the lobby. The location is great, only a 10 minute walk from Kyoto station and close to other public transport. We walked to most of the main attractions. The staff was very helpful and everyone spoke very good English so it was easy to communicate. Our breakfast was cooked with care each morning, making it a great start of each day. We would definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
US$954.89
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

Most booked ryokans in Otsu and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Otsu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,704 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

Highly rated ryokans in Otsu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI is located in Kyoto, 1.2 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple and 1.3 km from Heian Shrine.

    From US$1,292.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews

    Located next to the historic Nanzen-ji Temple, Kyoto Garden Ryokan Yachiyo features chic Japanese-style rooms and large public baths.

    From US$639.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

    Set within 700 metres of Shoren-in Temple and 1.1 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, "NAGOMI"Kyoto Okazaki 京都岡崎の町家 和 offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

  • Yadoya Manjiro

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

    Built in the Sukiya-style of around 1900, Yadoya Manjiro features Japanese-style rooms with relaxing garden views.

  • Gion Oyado Kikutani

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews

    Set in the Higashiyama Ward district in Kyoto, Gion Oyado Kikutani offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$358.98 per night
  • Gion Ryokan Q-beh

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,704 reviews

    Gion Ryokan Q-beh offers dormitory rooms and Japanese-style private rooms, and free WiFi access at all areas.

    From US$232.67 per night
  • Ishibekoji Muan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

    Set within 1.3 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 1.1 km of Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, Ishibekoji Muan provides accommodation with seating area.

    From US$691.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews

    Located in the beautiful Gion area and just a 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano is a 4-storey reinforced concrete building.

    From US$398.87 per night

These ryokans in Otsu and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

    Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE offers Japanese Modern Room with Twin bed and Double bed. The Wi-Fi is available in the all areas. The Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE is in close proximity of Gion’s historical spots.

    From US$482.63 per night
  • Gion Ryokan Karaku

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 623 reviews

    Gion Ryokan Karaku is located a 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Gion Ryokan Karaku is a 5-minute walk from Maruyama Park.

    From US$386.11 per night
  • Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

    Situated 500 metres from Gion Shijo Station, Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki in Kyoto features rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. This 5-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security.

    From US$208.74 per night
  • 祇園の宿 杏花

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, 祇園の宿 杏花 is located in Kyoto, 300 metres from Gion Shijo Station and 600 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

    From US$646.17 per night
  • Shizuru 鴨川 ""旧SGR鴨川""

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Situated within 400 metres of Gion Shijo Station and 1.3 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto in the centre of Kyoto, Shizuru 鴨川 ""旧SGR鴨川"" features accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchenette.

    From US$467.34 per night
  • KKR Kyoto Kuniso

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Keihan Jingu Marutamachi Station, KKR Kyoto Kuniso offers hot spring bath, restaurant facing Kamogawa River and tea lounge looking out to the Japanese garden.

    From US$263.25 per night
  • HOTEL Clam Chowder

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

    Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from Kyoto-shiyakusho-mae Subway Station, HOTEL Clam Chowder provides chic guest rooms in a historic Japanese townhouse. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

    From US$159.55 per night
  • Nishiyama Ryokan - Established in 1953

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews

    * Reservations are usually accepted up to four months in advance. Only a 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho-Mae Subway Station, Nishiyama Ryokan - Established in 1953 features Japanese-style rooms, a...

    From US$824.33 per night

Ryokans that guests love in Otsu

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  • Avg. price/night: US$292.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
    The process of getting picked up at the station was relatively easy and smooth The room we booked is very lovely and clean The staff are incredibly friendly and nice The terrace and hot spring bath is very spacious The view is so lovely on a clear day The meals are so traditional and the experience is so wonderful We only used the in-room onsen so cannot comment on the public ones Overall it was an amazing experience
    Guest review by
    A
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$263.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
    Room was really big with two bedrooms with two different sleeping options - futon or raised beds - outside private onsen was superb - public onsen was outstanding
    Guest review by
    Peter
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$358.98
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews
    Very classy ryokan. Staff very friendly. Have a designated room for the dinner. Good food and Good onsen.
    Guest review by
    Puay
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$332.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
    Onsen and the service. Food is beyond amazing. The tatami is excellent.
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$358.98
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews
    What’s not to like… we had the best room in the ryokan, super spacious room, had a huge bathroom, shower and a private open air onsen. We had a living room and a bedroom, the space we had was probably bigger than our apartment back home! Dinner and breakfast was beautifully presented, I literally was so relaxed I lost myself there. Wish I booked it for more than one night!
    Guest review by
    Carmen
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$292.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
    The meals provided were great. The view was fantastic as well. Enjoyed the onsens very much. Rooms were big and clean with comfy beds and futons.
    Guest review by
    Eugene
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$263.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
    I love that you provide halal food for both breakfast and dinner. We thoroughly enjoyed the spread! Love the small supermarket and yukata provided to us. Love the view of Lake Biwa from our room and the spaciousness of the room. We were delighted that there is a private onsen in the room too.
    Guest review by
    Huzaimah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$263.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
    Check in was right on time and shuttle pickup was smooth- journey took about 5 min from ogotoonsen station. We requested for halal meals and were very pleased with the array of traditional Japanese cuisine for dinner and breakfast. The private bath in the room was great too with a beautiful view of the lake. We loved the tatami and futon prepared carefully and the facial wash, toner and moisturiser included in the toiletries 🥰
    Guest review by
    Siti Mariam
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$332.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
    We specially arranged the Ryokan experience for mum, we enjoyed the aircon room with bathroom and private onsen, we chose our Yukata and wore it for dinner and breakfast. Dinner was the highlight and it's sumptuous! It's contradictory to me that this nice Ryokan is run by bunch of young people when most of my Ryokan experience was interacting with elder.
    Guest review by
    AhPing
    Group