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Hostels in Otsu

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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (553)
"Great area and great facilities! Good amount of space. Friendly staff. Highly recommend with small family!"
Australia
Zoe
The price is ￥6,881
￥7,637 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Exterior
Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto

2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (870)
"Clean. Wonderful staff. Close fo Kyoto station. "
Canada
Glennie
The price is ￥9,300
￥10,230 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Piece Hostel Kyoto
View from property
K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (535)
"Nice place. "
United States
IFTEKHAR
The price is ￥5,822
￥7,244 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (203)
"It was great!"
Canada
Dallas
The price is ￥10,036
￥11,127 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"Un lieu splendide pour rencontrer d’autres voyageurs et se reposer. Ce qui rend ce lieu encore plus mémorable est Papa & Mama qui sont toujours là pour vous avec beaucoup d’attention. Nous y avons passé six jours, la chambre traditionnelle était parfaite. Un lieu qui restera gravé ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ dans notre cœur lors de notre séjour de un mois au Japon "
France
Guillaume
The price is ￥18,262
￥20,226 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Exterior
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (96)
"It’s great for travelers who are minimalist and enjoy efficiency but not recommend for anyone who needs extra care and more hospitality, or assistance."
Japan
Emi
The price is ￥4,746
￥5,291 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Exterior
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85)
"Loved my stay at Len, met some really nice people and had a great time. Rooms are clean, beds are comfy and facilities are great Great location to getting to all the main tourist spots and some local bars and restaurants Would definitely stay again! "
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is ￥9,200
￥10,200 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Bicycling
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21)
"The staff were super friendly and were open to helping me practice Japanese. Very accommodating, and clean, with spacious rooms. "
United States
JUSTIN
The price is ￥6,480
￥7,128 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
Family Room, Private Bathroom and Toilet | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel

2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
"My stay at the Gion Koh was nothing short of extraordinary. Located in the heart of Kyoto's history Gion district, this Ryokan offered an authentic Japanese experience steeped in tradition and charm. Hyro, the owner, was exceptionally kind and attentive, making me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. Hyro's warmth and dedication to his guests made this stay unforgettable. I wholeheartedly recommend Gion Koh to anyone."
United States
YARITZA
The price is ￥11,128
￥12,364 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Gion Koh - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, rice cooker
Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya

2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2)
"작은 1인실은 편안했습니다. 조용하고 시설이 정말 좋아요. 주인아지씨도 엄청 친절하고요. 다시 머물고싶어요."
South Korea
hanjung
The price is ￥18,155
￥19,971 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Kokonoe Machiya
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (59)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
The price is ￥7,351
￥9,867 total
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Balcony
The Next Door - Hostel

The Next Door - Hostel

1.0 star property
Minami Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (21)
"😁"
Canada
Brendan
The price is ￥12,964
￥14,260 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Next Door - Hostel
Microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Guest House WA - Hostel

Guest House WA - Hostel

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"The room is so huge and neat. Even the shared spaces are well prepared . Thank you!"
United States
Jonilyn
The price is ￥8,636
￥11,252 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Guest House WA - Hostel
Exterior
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (50)
"Awesome to stay on a century old, traditional building, the place is clean overall, but it would have been nice to see a staff."
Canada
Noel
The price is ￥4,801
￥5,346 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"Really good place to stay in kyoto! Quiet and clean!"
Canada
Marie-Ève
The price is ￥14,545
￥16,400 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Property entrance
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"蛇口をひねると全て地下水、塩素との入っていないお水、冷蔵庫にいつも冷えてて美味しい。 お部屋はとても狭くて隠れ家な感じだけど寝に帰るだけなので全然気にならない、なんだか凄く良いニオイがします。"
Japan
みすず
The price is ￥6,680
￥7,398 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
Private Tatami Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel

Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel

1.0 star property
Gion
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (37)
"The atmosphere was great, the staff was extremely kind and accommodating of a few extra questions I had, and the location was beautiful. Just helped make an already great trip even better. Plus the beds were the most comfortable I’ve had in a hostel so far!"
United States
Henry
The price is ￥10,705
￥11,869 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel
Pool
Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel

1.0 star property
Otsu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (45)
"チェックインやチェックアウトの時間に融通がを利かせていただけるのでありがたいです"
Japan
???
The price is ￥9,091
￥11,000 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Lobby
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel

Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel

1.0 star property
Gion
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (60)
"La chambre typiquement japonaise avec vue sur un petit jardin était une belle expérience en soi. Nous y sommes demeuré deux nuits, c’était parfait car l’endroit est assez rudimentaire. Point de vue propreté, un peu poussiéreux mais les draps très propres. Un très gros avantage est la localisation. Rapport qualité/prix excellent."
Canada
Sylvie
The price is ￥8,182
￥9,000 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel
Restaurant
Hostel Gion SORA

Hostel Gion SORA

2.0 star property
Gion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"great stay, no complaints, very nice and helpful host, clean amenities, great value"
Canada
Andrew
The price is ￥26,182
￥28,800 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Hostel Gion SORA
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, very walkable to many destinations. Best breakfast buffet I’ve had with a good mix of western and Asian foods. Clean, helpful staff, coin laundry available. If I return I will stay here again. "
Nicole 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Find out more about Otsu

Otsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,778
Accommodation
62 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥5,291
Highest Price
￥28,800

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Otsu?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its lake views and hot springs.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Otsu?
While you're deciding on where to stay, check out this top hostel in Otsu: Guest House HANA – Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Biwa. Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels and free WiFi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Otsu?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. The rainiest months in Otsu are July, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Otsu?
In general, Otsu is known for its temples, hot springs, and jogging trails. Major attractions include Lake Biwa. Get out into nature with places like Ogoto Onsen, Kyu Chikurinin Garden, and Mount Hiei. Cultural attractions include Biwako Hall, Otsu City Science Museum, and Otsu City Museum of History.
What's the best way to get to and around Otsu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Otsu in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Itami Airport (ITM), located 33.6 mi (54.1 km) from the city center. An alternative is Kobe Airport (UKB), located 49.6 mi (79.8 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. To check out more of the surrounding area, take a train from Ogotoonsen station, Biwako-Hamaotsu Station, or Kamisakaemachi Station.

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