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Private Vacation Home (MARUYA) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

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1. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3.2 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Derek

￥26,869

￥29,556 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

[Shikkoku-Ma:203] Studio Comfort: Double bed/Futon w/Shower booth, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, desk

2. Koke Musu inn

0.9 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Damian

￥10,365

￥11,456 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

1.3 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Hemmo

￥10,282

￥12,781 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Luxury Floor Double Room [Non-Smoking] - Lake View (30sqm) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Premium Luxury Twin Room VISTA with Lounge Access [Adult-Only], Non-Smoking | Lake view

4. Biwako Hotel

3 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Ming Fai

￥17,702

￥21,719 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

5. Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

3 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Robert

￥6,624

￥7,344 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Deluxe Double Room | Soundproofing, WiFi (free)

President Room | Soundproofing, WiFi (free)

6. Hotel Lotus Otsu - Adults Only

1.5 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Paul

￥7,174

￥7,902 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

7. le Lac HOTEL OTSU-ISHIYAMA

1.8 km from Otsu City Science Museum

MAKOTO

￥7,779

￥8,624 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

8. Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

3 km from Otsu City Science Museum

GHAN SHYAM

￥5,084

￥5,592 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, WiFi (free)

9. Hotel Luna Otsu

1.5 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Mario

￥8,091

￥8,900 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Suite | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, slippers

10. Hotel Atlantis Otsu - Adults Only

1.5 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Anonymous traveler

￥6,958

￥7,686 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

11. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

2.8 km from Otsu City Science Museum

￥11,115

￥12,380 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

12. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

3.7 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Celine

￥13,527

￥14,982 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking (Hanami) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira) | Bathroom sink

13. Ishibekoji MUAN

10.5 km from Otsu City Science Museum

John

￥36,515

￥41,304 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Yadoya Manjiro

10.3 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Joshua

￥31,946

￥35,186 total

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking(1 futon set is available only for three or more paying guests) | Down comforters, in-room safe, soundproofing

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

10.5 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Kurtis

￥13,650

￥15,150 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

16. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

10 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Roselyn

￥35,919

￥45,592 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

10.2 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Spencer

￥14,567

￥18,107 total

Aug 14 - Aug 15

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

18. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

10.4 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Olivia

￥16,757

￥18,503 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Panoramic Suite, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

10.4 km from Otsu City Science Museum

David

￥112,396

￥124,227 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

20. Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

10.4 km from Otsu City Science Museum

Michiko

￥11,876

￥13,136 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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Compare popular hotels close to Otsu City Science Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Koke Musu inn	9.4 Exceptional 44 reviews	View
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Biwako Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 687 reviews	View
Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae	8.2 Very Good 542 reviews	View

Top Otsu City Science Museum Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Excellent breakfast. Clean room. Convenient location with easy reach to public transport, main shopping areas and Gion attractions."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Very relaxing hotel and amenities"

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. They were always ready to assist us from check-in til check-out. They even helped me fix my reservations with my next hotel in Japan. I really appreciate them. The rooms were also clean, stylish, and quite spacious. I particularly appreciated the availability of a water dispenser in the room. Having access to clean drinking water was such a great bonus! They also have a lovely rooftop bar. It has cozy vibes at night and they serve really good cocktails."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

10/10 Excellent

"We went for the Gion festival and this hotel was located in the perfect spot. It is also connected to the Shijokawaramachi station so it was easy to get around."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay at this hotel, beautiful room with a great view, nice public bath in the basement, very helpful and friendly staff. Only negative is that there is only 1 washing machine available to males (2 for females) but as there were no females in our group there was a long way to use the washing machine. Would definitely stay again."

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with amazingly friendly staff. Great and modern rooms , comfortable bathrooms. Would recommend for anyone who wants a good rest while spending the day out sightseeing."

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

10/10 Excellent

"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommended. Breakfast is great."

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Aeon Mall Kusatsu

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

During your visit to Kusatsu, you can enjoy retail therapy at Aeon Mall Kusatsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Biwako Hall

9.2/10 (9 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Biwako Hall on your trip to Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple

Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

After visiting Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

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Zeze Ware Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Zeze Ware Museum in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Omi Bridge

Omi Bridge is just one of the places to see in Kusatsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Yabasekihan Island Park

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Yabasekihan Island Park, a lovely green space in Kusatsu. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Takebe Taisha Shrine

Takebe Taisha Shrine 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Otsu City Science Museum?

Otsu City Science Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its picturesque gardens and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Otsu City Science Museum?

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a golf course and 4 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Otsu City Science Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Smile Hotel Otsu Seta and Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Otsu City Science Museum?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Otsu City Science Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Otsu City Science Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Otsu City Science Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Otsu City Science Museum?

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What can I see and do near Otsu City Science Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Zeze Ware Museum, Otsu City Museum of History, and Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art. Sights like Ishiyamadera Temple, Biwako Canal Memorial Hall, and Bishamon-do Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park, Ojigaoka Park, or Yabasekihan Island Park.

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Our top choices for Otsu City Science Museum hotels

1. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

2. Koke Musu inn

3. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

4. Biwako Hotel

5. Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

6. Hotel Lotus Otsu - Adults Only

7. le Lac HOTEL OTSU-ISHIYAMA

8. Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

9. Hotel Luna Otsu

10. Hotel Atlantis Otsu - Adults Only

11. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

12. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

13. Ishibekoji MUAN

14. Yadoya Manjiro

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

16. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

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

18. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

20. Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

Compare popular hotels close to Otsu City Science Museum

Top Otsu City Science Museum Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

Other attractions near Otsu City Science Museum

Aeon Mall Kusatsu

Biwako Hall

Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple

Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park

Zeze Ware Museum

Omi Bridge

Yabasekihan Island Park

Takebe Taisha Shrine

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