The Best Hotels Closest to Ishiyamadera Temple in Otsu for 2026

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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 interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with rocks and a small tree.

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

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

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Nagara, 7 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Celine

￥14,545

￥16,000 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase with wooden railings, and a sign for the Liberty hotel.

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, a sign reading "HOTEL BOSTON PLAZA", and a display of packaged goods.

A hallway with a blue carpet, white walls, and framed pictures on the walls.

2. Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

8.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Hiroki

￥8,289

￥10,133 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and wooden beams.

A modern building with a vertical wooden slat design, a brick facade, and a small garden area with potted plants.

A park with a large tree, a bicycle path, and a view of a bridge over water.

A wooden ceiling structure with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

3. Koke Musu inn

4.7 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Damian

￥8,788

￥9,677 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

4. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

12.4 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Roselyn

￥63,424

￥81,942 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

5. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Chuo, 6.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Derek

￥30,886

￥33,975 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A multi-level interior with a central open space and staircases.

A multi-story building with illuminated windows and a visible entrance.

A compact, white washing machine with a black drum, placed next to a shelf with folded towels and a wicker basket.

A modern interior with a skylight, metal railings, and a concrete floor.

6. So Kyoto Fushimi Inari

12.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Wendy

￥24,000

￥26,400 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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

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

A restaurant interior with a traditional Japanese aesthetic, featuring tatami mat flooring, wooden furniture, and a view through large windows.

7. Ayanishiki Gion

12.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Oscar

￥26,973

￥29,796 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A traditional Japanese-style building with tatami mat flooring, a wooden veranda, and a view of a lush garden.

A traditional Japanese-style building with multiple levels, illuminated windows, and a garden area with a pathway.

A dimly lit hallway with a wooden floor, a small illuminated lantern, and a potted plant.

A traditional Japanese-style garden with a stone lantern, lush greenery, and blooming irises.

8. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

12 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Launi

￥104,000

￥116,400 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, and a window with blinds.

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

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.

9. Caesar Gion Kyoto

12.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Michael

￥25,818

￥33,477 total

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A multi-story hotel with a traditional facade, a stone wall, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern classroom with wooden furniture, a large window, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern building with a wooden balcony, a view of the cityscape, and a rooftop garden with rocks and a sculpture.

A modern interior with a reception desk, a wooden bench with round cushions, and a small indoor garden.

10. Hotel Ethnography Kiyomizu Gojo

12.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Sarita

￥17,045

￥20,950 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

A dining area with tables set for service, chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

11. Hotel Chourakukan

12.4 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Philip

￥170,909

￥188,000 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel reception area with a 'FRONT' sign above the counter, a digital screen displaying room rates, and a blue-lit reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wall-mounted phone, and a window with curtains.

A building with a sign reading "TOYOTA Inn" and "TOYOTA Inn Kyoto".

A public washroom with two sinks, a drying machine, and a toilet.

12. Toyoko Inn Biwako Line Minami Kusatsu Station

5.9 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Issei

￥8,240

￥9,166 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious, modern lounge area with a central seating arrangement, large windows, and a view of a garden.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, trees, and a stone pathway.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a large dining table, and a view of the garden through glass doors.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone path, rocks, and a person holding a red fan.

13. Six Senses Kyoto

12.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Mads

￥194,909

￥214,400 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door with artwork, and a bed with folded blankets.

A hotel room with a wooden staircase, a small kitchenette, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

A multi-story building with a central staircase, a small balcony, and a garage door.

A building with a staircase leading to an upper floor, a bicycle parked outside, and a sign with Japanese characters.

14. Travelersdou Kirinya

11.9 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Karen

￥7,434

￥8,289 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent skyscraper, a marina, and a bridge in the background.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and a counter with a view.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

A wedding ceremony with a bride in a white dress, aisle lined with floral arrangements and candles, and a view of the sea through large windows.

15. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Nionohama, 5.2 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

TSUBASA

￥13,439

￥16,705 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

A modern interior with a central seating area, wooden slats on the walls, and two small round tables.

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

16. Gion Elite Terrace

12.6 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Ann

￥39,683

￥43,893 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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 bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

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

12.4 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

FRANCISCO JAVIER

￥28,201

￥35,054 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern building with a staircase leading to a lit entrance, surrounded by a bamboo fence and small plants.

A modern building with multiple windows, outdoor seating, and young trees planted in the ground.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a hanging lantern.

A tatami mat room with a low table and benches, a ceiling light, and a window with a view.

18. add chaganju - Hostel

12.4 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Molly

￥7,686

￥8,455 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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.

19. SOWAKA

12.5 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Sophie

￥179,932

￥197,925 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and large windows, surrounded by a garden with a gravel path and lanterns.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and large shoji screens.

A dining area with a view of cherry blossoms through large windows.

A modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by a landscaped garden with gravel paths and green grass.

20. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

12 km from Ishiyamadera Temple

Afnan

￥60,000

￥76,200 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Ishiyamadera Temple

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 123 reviews	View
Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Koke Musu inn	9.2 Wonderful 48 reviews	View
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei	9.6 Exceptional 248 reviews	View
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho	9.6 Exceptional 74 reviews	View

Top Ishiyamadera Temple Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, clean friendly staff helped us several times on where to catch a taxi, etc. The free breakfast was amazing with delicious Japanese foods, breads, and eggs. Local bacon, very connivence to large shopping area including the seafood area. Exciting to be at this hotel."

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"La habitación muy cómoda y limpia. Está súper céntrico, caminando al centro y varios highlights de la ciudad. Amable el personal. Lo recomiendo para viaje familiar. El desayuno básico."

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

8/10 Good

"Nicely located across from the main train station used by many large tour operators . The restaurant is crowded due to this reason for breakfast . Very friendly staff , large size rooms for Asia . No flexibility in check in or checkout time"

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"This was the best hotel I stayed at in Japan! Loved it!"

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was the highlight of my trip, from the helpful staff to the delicious breakfast and the pristine room, all held to make my trip to Japan more enjoyable."

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"What an incredible gem of a property with the best staff of associates. Great location for temple and shrine visits. An easy taxi/uber ride to the downtown area to visit food market and other great areas The attention to all the details is next level!"

Gion Ryokan Karaku

10/10 Excellent

"This was an experience and wonderful area. Loved the stay and appreciate the hospitality! Thank you"

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great property, location, decor , outdoor pond , great restaurant!"

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hosting, clean, staff are extremely helpful and friendly."

Other attractions near Ishiyamadera Temple

Ishiyama-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ishiyama-dera. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable 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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Anyo-ji Temple

6.0/10 (1 review)

Anyo-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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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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 relaxing area.

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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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Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan during your travels in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Otsu City Science Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Otsu City Science Museum during your trip to Otsu. 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 Ishiyamadera Temple?

Ishiyamadera Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its picturesque gardens and temples. You'll find 37 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Ishiyamadera Temple?

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Ishiyamadera Temple. Other good choices within a few miles include Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel and Biwako Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Ishiyamadera Temple?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Ishiyamadera Temple.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Ishiyamadera Temple.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ishiyamadera Temple?

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What can I see and do near Ishiyamadera Temple?

Otsu City Science Museum, Zeze Ware Museum, and Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Onjoji Temple and Nagarebashi highlight some of the local culture. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park and Yabasekihan Island Park.

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Our top choices for Ishiyamadera Temple hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu

3. Koke Musu inn

4. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

5. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

6. So Kyoto Fushimi Inari

7. Ayanishiki Gion

8. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

9. Caesar Gion Kyoto

10. Hotel Ethnography Kiyomizu Gojo

11. Hotel Chourakukan

12. Toyoko Inn Biwako Line Minami Kusatsu Station

13. Six Senses Kyoto

14. Travelersdou Kirinya

15. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

16. Gion Elite Terrace

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

18. add chaganju - Hostel

19. SOWAKA

20. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

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Top Ishiyamadera Temple Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Other attractions near Ishiyamadera Temple

Ishiyama-dera

Takebe Taisha Shrine

Anyo-ji Temple

Zeze Ware Museum

Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park

Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple

Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan

Otsu City Science Museum

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