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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, (2 reviews)
"It was very easy to find and the room and bathroom was clean. I would rec"
United States
Meriam Mayumi
The price is ￥6,723
￥7,435 total
Jun 18 - Jun 19
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Front of property

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA
1.0 star property
Otsu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Très sympatique. La chambre avait tout ce qu'il fallait. Nous avons profité du lac et des activités offertes à distance de vélo ( le jardin botanique aquatique Kusatsu). Beau, bon, confortable, accueillant. Ma mère et moi avons adoré notre passage."
Japan
Séléna
The price is ￥9,710
￥10,692 total
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA
Bar (on property)

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, highly recommend staying here :)"
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is ￥6,046
￥6,682 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – 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, (546 reviews)
"Amazing place! Everything is very clean and the staff is wonderful. "
United States
Carrie
The price is ￥5,297
￥6,591 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Cafe

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (577 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff comfortable sleeps. "
Canada
usha
The price is ￥5,968
￥6,585 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 ￥4,843
￥6,680 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Exterior

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (892 reviews)
"Room and spaces were clean, staff was great, location was ideal."
United States
Laura
The price is ￥5,848
￥6,460 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Exterior

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (56 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 ￥3,480
￥3,880 total
Jun 11 - Jun 12
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Books

Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Clean and warm atmosphere. Thank you Toni- san. "
Japan
Midori
The price is ￥13,379
￥14,796 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Kokonoe Machiya
Lobby

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
2.5 star property
Minami Ward
7.4 out of 10, Good, (9 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
Jun 21 - Jun 22
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
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
May 30 - May 31
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Living area

Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (64 reviews)
"Very comfortable and convenient stay. Close to the bus stop. "
United States
Lauren
The price is ￥4,229
￥4,669 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Hostel Otro Mundo
Front of property - evening/night

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is ￥8,512
￥10,163 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Ryokan Hostel Gion
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 ￥9,545
￥12,161 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Guest House WA - 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 ￥17,672
￥19,439 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Awesome hostel close to the Kyoto station and other amenities. When I go back to Kyoto I’ll stay there again."
Canada
TYSON
The price is ￥10,254
￥11,345 total
Jun 18 - Jun 19
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Exterior

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (107 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel. "
United Kingdom
Madeleine
The price is ￥3,312
￥3,672 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Japanese garden

Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
Gion Koh - Hostel
Front of property

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"The neighborhood was clean and quiet, a Family Mart is steps away. We'll located for buses to all areas. I would definitely make this my first choice to stay again. "
United States
Philip
The price is ￥5,292
￥5,859 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
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 ￥6,152
￥6,807 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean, very nice. we like the hotel and the staff was very helpfull"
Marilie 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Find out more about Otsu

Otsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,727
Accommodation
60 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,672
Highest Price
￥19,439

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: J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
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?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore some places near Otsu. Get out into nature with places like Ogoto Onsen, Kyu Chikurinin Garden, and Mount Hiei. Cultural attractions include Biwako Hall, Otsu City Museum of History, and Otsu City Science Museum. Visit landmarks like Enryakuji Temple, Ishiyamadera Temple, and Onjoji Temple.
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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