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A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, a balcony with tatami mats, and a garden with various plants and a stone pathway.

A traditional Japanese inn with tatami mat flooring, wooden sliding doors, and a long corridor leading to a reception area.

A traditional Japanese interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of the outside.

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Nagara, 2.3 km from Gesshinji Temple

Celine

￥14,545

￥16,000 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bed in the background.

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden deck, and indoor plants.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a sofa, a table with hats, and a lamp.

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Chuo, 2.1 km from Gesshinji Temple

Derek

￥30,886

￥33,975 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A large indoor swimming pool with a view of a body of water and mountains through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a table with a bottle.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

A modern hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and a glass facade reflecting the surroundings.

3. Biwako Hotel

Hamamachi, 2.6 km from Gesshinji Temple

Ming Fai

￥24,587

￥30,051 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign for the hotel.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments, arranged on a long counter with multiple serving stations.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a mountain.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a stained glass window depicting birds, and a red and yellow reception desk.

4. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

3 km from Gesshinji Temple

Jen-Hao

￥9,903

￥10,893 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a flat-screen TV.

The entrance of a hotel with a glass facade, a signboard with hotel name, and a blue sign on the pillar.

Two vending machines with various drink and snack options.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a bulletin board.

5. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Nagara, 2.1 km from Gesshinji Temple

"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...

Paul

￥7,790

￥8,642 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, wooden exterior, and a well-lit entrance.

A room with a sofa, ottoman, and chairs, a wooden ceiling, and hanging paper lanterns.

A reception area with a wooden counter, seating, and a large potted plant.

A traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden structure, a red banner with white text and a symbol, and a stone pathway leading to a lantern.

6. Caesar Gion Kyoto

6.7 km from Gesshinji Temple

Michael

￥21,109

￥28,219 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.

7. Hotel Chourakukan

6.4 km from Gesshinji Temple

Philip

￥145,273

￥159,800 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

8. Shikikaboku

6.5 km from Gesshinji Temple

"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

￥70,432

￥77,475 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

9. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

6.6 km from Gesshinji Temple

Brandi

￥75,619

￥83,181 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

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

10. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

6.2 km from Gesshinji Temple

Roselyn

￥38,310

￥49,120 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, a visible name plaque, and a balcony with lights.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with outdoor furniture, and a modern ceiling design.

11. Gion Elite Terrace

6.7 km from Gesshinji Temple

Ann

￥24,391

￥26,917 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A wooden bathtub in a room with a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a low platform bed, and a shoji screen with a decorative pattern.

A hallway with a central stone sculpture, metallic walls, and a wooden ceiling.

12. Hotel Gion Ichirin

6.7 km from Gesshinji Temple

Mark

￥64,903

￥71,393 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A corridor with glass display cases, a bench, and a potted plant.

A covered walkway with glass walls, surrounded by trees with green and autumn leaves.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden accents, and a view of the outdoors.

A corridor with glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

13. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

6.5 km from Gesshinji Temple

Kurtis

￥19,807

￥21,907 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window overlooking a wooden fence and greenery.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a lantern, and a sign with Japanese characters.

14. SOWAKA

6.5 km from Gesshinji Temple

Sophie

￥209,230

￥230,153 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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 seating area with a table, and a view of a natural landscape.

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

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

6.3 km from Gesshinji Temple

Brittany

￥25,696

￥31,941 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A room with two chairs, a small table, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A two-story building with a modern facade, large windows, and a traditional wooden gate.

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a digital clock, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

16. Ayanishiki Gion

6.6 km from Gesshinji Temple

"This is the most amazing little hotel we ever stayed at and we do travel a lot. Our superior room was big compared to the average Japanese hotel room and the bathroom was very modern. The staff are all incredibly friendly and helpful - special thanks to the chef who realised that we did not really eat much of our Japanese breakfast and made us a more European style breakfast the next day with coffee!!! We did not expect this so “arigato”"

Peter

￥16,183

￥17,877 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A building with multiple floors, a staircase leading to the entrance, and surrounding trees.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

A spacious library with bookshelves, seating areas, and a central decorative vase.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a long table, and chairs, overlooking a traditional pagoda through large windows.

17. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

6.4 km from Gesshinji Temple

"The most beautiful hotel with outstanding amenities and staff. The location was excellent right in the heart of a historic Kyoto neighborhood. We really enjoyed the history behind the building and how they preserved the elementary school memorabilia. The guest lounge is a wonderful option for afternoon tea or happy hour drinks. Breakfast was outstanding and all the staff were truly top notch. Would definitely go back!"

Sara

￥175,117

￥194,361 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A corridor with stone walls and a tiled floor, leading to a brightly lit interior space.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern dining area with a round table, dark wood finish, and a unique centerpiece.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

18. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

6.3 km from Gesshinji Temple

Quinn

￥18,447

￥20,292 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 room with tatami mat flooring and a sliding shoji screen door leading to a garden with various plants and a small pond.

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

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

19. Ishibekoji Ryugin

6.4 km from Gesshinji Temple

Tat Man

￥37,980

￥41,778 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A building entrance with a sign reading "Waka" and a sign indicating a drop-off point for luggage.

A traditional Japanese gate with a blue sign featuring white characters.

A reception desk with a modern design, a wall-mounted photo collage, and a bonsai tree.

A modern interior with a large glass door leading to the street, a bench, and a wall with a textured pattern.

20. Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel

6.5 km from Gesshinji Temple

Yun Li

￥12,513

￥13,808 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Gesshinji Temple

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 121 reviews	View
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Biwako Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 697 reviews	View
Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku	9.0 Wonderful 302 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu	8.0 Very good 668 reviews	View

Top Gesshinji Temple Hotel Reviews

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at the Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier. The room was very comfortable and beautiful, and the view over the river was absolutely awesome. Kyoto is definitely a wonderful city, and staying here made our visit even more enjoyable. The staff at the front desk were also very welcoming, friendly, and helpful throughout our stay. The location is excellent for exploring Kyoto, and overall we had a great experience. We would definitely stay here again!"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Location location location. This is my second time here. Loved it!!!"

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. Excellent breakfast buffet."

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Our issue was very specific and might not affect most. There were limited gluten free options in the restaurants for lunch and dinner. Although you can convince a chef in other places to grill fish or steak easily, it was not an option here, at least in the common restaurant. Breakfast was better. They had gluten free bread and many options. Also, all restaurants (there are two other special ones) close rather early. But other than these (which might not be a big issue for most) a really good hotel. Fantastic staff."

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."

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

10/10 Excellent

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

Other attractions near Gesshinji Temple

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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A traditional Japanese temple entrance with a wooden gate, stone steps, and banners.

Mii-dera

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a trip to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Sekino Semimaru Shrine

After visiting Sekino Semimaru Shrine, 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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Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art during your travels in Otsu. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion during your travels in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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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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Otsu Painting Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing 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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gesshinji Temple?

Gesshinji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its picturesque gardens and temples. You'll find 1108 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Gesshinji Temple?

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It's located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Gesshinji Temple. Other good options within a few miles include Biwako Hotel and Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Gesshinji Temple?

Expedia has 1108 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Gesshinji Temple.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Gesshinji Temple.

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What can I see and do near Gesshinji Temple?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Sannenzaka Museum, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, or National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto. Eikan-do Temple, Nanzen-ji Temple, and Ginkaku-ji Temple are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Biwako Hall, Gion Corner, and Minamiza Theater.

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Our top choices for Gesshinji Temple hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Biwako Hotel

4. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

5. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

6. Caesar Gion Kyoto

7. Hotel Chourakukan

8. Shikikaboku

9. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

10. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

11. Gion Elite Terrace

12. Hotel Gion Ichirin

13. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

14. SOWAKA

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

16. Ayanishiki Gion

17. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

18. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

19. Ishibekoji Ryugin

20. Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel

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Top Gesshinji Temple Hotel Reviews

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Other attractions near Gesshinji Temple

Lake Biwa Canal

Mii-dera

Sekino Semimaru Shrine

Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

Honpukuji Temple

Otsu Painting Museum

Onjoji Temple

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