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Our top choices for Otsu hostels

Lobby sitting area

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ￥6,182
￥6,800 total
Feb 28 - Mar 1
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Front of property

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA
1.0 star property
Otsu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"clean"
Canada
Brett
The price is ￥7,636
￥8,400 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakiside BIWA
Japanese garden

Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is ￥16,393
￥18,175 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Gion Koh - Hostel
Exterior

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (55 reviews)
"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 ￥3,666
￥4,102 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Books

Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"작은 1인실은 편안했습니다. 조용하고 시설이 정말 좋아요. 주인아지씨도 엄청 친절하고요. 다시 머물고싶어요."
South Korea
hanjung
The price is ￥16,060
￥17,801 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
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, (60 reviews)
"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 ￥6,694
￥8,899 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Lobby

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"Beware the map attached currently points to Kyoto City Hall, the actual location of this hotel is near Kyoto Station well over 2 miles away."
United States
JONATHON
The price is ￥3,722
￥4,094 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Exterior

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (99 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel. "
United Kingdom
Madeleine
The price is ￥3,579
￥3,972 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Bar (on property)

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (89 reviews)
"Walkable to train station. Nearby Nishiki Market and other convenience stores and restaurants. They have a bar, coffee shop, and restaurant on site. "
United States
Esmeralda
The price is ￥5,982
￥6,618 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Pool

Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
Otsu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"Super kind host, "
Canada
Jonas
The price is ￥5,785
￥7,001 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Cafe

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (565 reviews)
"Great location and it really is hotel quality"
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥6,380
￥7,066 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Interior

Guest House WA - Hostel

Guest House WA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Very close to bus stop and train station, clean rooms, shower and comfort rooms,caring staff."
United States
Nancy
The price is ￥11,364
￥14,150 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Guest House WA - Hostel
Lobby lounge

K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (542 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay "
United Kingdom
Sophia
The price is ￥5,297
￥6,574 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
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, (22 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥16,920
￥18,720 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is ￥7,664
￥8,830 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Exterior

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (883 reviews)
"Clean room, great amenities, friendly staff. Also game nights were lots of fun :)"
Canada
Michael
The price is ￥5,248
￥5,784 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Front of property - evening/night

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"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 ￥4,922
￥5,446 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
Living area

Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (57 reviews)
"The Staff were very friendly and make my stay easy and enjoyable."
Canada
Conor
The price is ￥4,230
￥4,680 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Hostel Otro Mundo
Front of property

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Clean room and nice environment "
Canada
Devanshu
The price is ￥7,290
￥8,019 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
Balcony

The Next Door - Hostel

The Next Door - Hostel
1.0 star property
Minami Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (21 reviews)
"Pretty good for the price. "
Canada
Minwei
The price is ￥14,385
￥15,823 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
The Next Door - Hostel
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, amenities were great, and the staff were very professional. "
Rachel 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Find out more about Otsu

Otsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,529
Accommodation
62 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,972
Highest Price
￥18,720

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, Mount Hiei, and Lake Biwa Canal. Cultural attractions include Biwako Hall, Otsu City Science Museum, and Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan.
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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