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A wooden deck with a hot tub, a wooden bench, and a view of the city at night.

1. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
3.5 star property
Ogoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (341 reviews)
"Great food and beautiful location"
Canada
Paxton
The price is ￥32,040
￥35,580 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, stone path, and various plants.

2. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
Nionohama
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great English speaking staff with beautiful rooms. We booked last minute for one night and got a free upgrade. The view of the lake and city is gorgeous. I would recommend staying here for comfort."
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥10,282
￥12,781 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

3. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
3.0 star property
Chuo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"The hiking above Mii Dera temple was amazing. A lot of hiking options for outdoor enthusiasts. The Mii Dera temple is also not crowded and a joy to stroll around 20 minutes walk from hotel koo. "
Canada
Derek
The price is ￥28,472
￥31,319 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho
A modern multi-story building with a curved roof, balconies, and large windows.

4. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Everyone went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. We are so grateful we chose to stay here for our trip to Kyoto!"
Canada
jordan
The price is ￥25,422
￥28,023 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
A stone basin with water, surrounded by rocks, and a bamboo fence in the background.

5. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Second time staying here - perfect location and impeccably clean."
Canada
Amanda
The price is ￥16,128
￥17,741 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

6. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (257 reviews)
"Hotel Okura is a beautiful hotel away from the crowded areas of Kyoto. Splurge on a garden room and you'll get a gorgeous view of temples and shrines. Everything is very lovely: staff, amenities, complimentary happy hour, breakfast service, the gym..."
United States
eumi
The price is ￥33,644
￥42,560 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, and a view of the sea.

7. Biwako Hotel

Biwako Hotel
4.0 star property
Hamamachi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (706 reviews)
"Spacious room with amazing view of Lake Biwa, convenient location within easy walking distance to many restaurants and the Biwako-Hamaotsu station."
Canada
Zhenzhen
The price is ￥15,849
￥17,652 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Biwako Hotel
A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

8. Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is ￥14,096
￥16,500 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Rinn Niomon
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

9. Fine Biwako I

Fine Biwako I
3.0 star property
Moriyama
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (131 reviews)
"Very spacious and quiet! Excellent value for money!"
Australia
Andrew
The price is ￥5,054
￥5,616 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Fine Biwako I
Two people sitting by a window with a view of a street and a body of water.

10. View Lodge Biwa

View Lodge Biwa
3.0 star property
Imakatata
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Check in was fast, front desk very kind and polite. Great view of lake, right on the beach. "
Canada
Leif
The price is ￥11,946
￥13,141 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
View Lodge Biwa
A modern spa area with a view of the sea and mountains.

11. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Moriyama
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (341 reviews)
"neat and clean, a hotel with full of hospitality."
Japan
EUGENE
The price is ￥15,380
￥19,117 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
A narrow alleyway with traditional Japanese architecture, including bamboo fences and stone walls.

12. Ishibekoji MUAN

Ishibekoji MUAN
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Great breakfast, clean rooms and excellent location in Gion made this the perfect place to stay while in Kyoto. "
United States
John
The price is ￥61,963
￥70,731 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Ishibekoji MUAN
A traditional Japanese-style building with tatami mat flooring, a wooden veranda, and a view of a lush garden.

13. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
3.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms with a spectacular Japanese garden setting. Staff were excellent. "
Canada
Launi
The price is ￥86,580
￥97,238 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
A traditional Japanese-style entrance with a stone lantern, a wooden gate, and a pathway leading to a room with sliding doors and a tatami mat floor.

14. Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is ￥24,797
￥43,177 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sanjoubou Sansou villa
A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

15. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Giappo Franca Kyoto
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and great value for a stay in Kyoto. I definetely recommend it!"
Japan
Nemekhbayar
The price is ￥11,664
￥12,905 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Giappo Franca Kyoto
A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign for the hotel.

16. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku
4.0 star property
Yamashina Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (312 reviews)
"Highly recommended. Breakfast is great."
United States
Jen-Hao
The price is ￥11,293
￥12,637 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone pathway, and well-maintained greenery.

17. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso
4.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"We have been return guests at Yoshida Sanso for many years. it is the easily the best ryokan in Japan. "
United States
Michael
The price is ￥148,760
￥180,000 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso
A traditional Japanese garden with bamboo, a small pond, and stone lanterns.

18. Ryokan MOTONAGO

Ryokan MOTONAGO
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"excellent place to stay"
United States
Robert
The price is ￥45,299
￥50,170 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Ryokan MOTONAGO
A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

19. Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is ￥160,364
￥176,400 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Hotel Chourakukan
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

20. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"An ideal location to get around with some nice coffee / cafes around for breakfast. Rooms were basic but clean and the beds and bedding were very comfortable."
United Kingdom
Colette
The price is ￥10,929
￥12,022 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Could not ask for anything better. Very nice room, very comfortable bed, spacious bathroom which was very clean. Would stay again"
Jennifer 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Otsu?
A visit to the significant historical sites in Otsu is probably number one on your sightseeing itinerary. You can check out the lakeside and hot springs during your visit.
How many historical hotels are there in Otsu?
Otsu is home to 66 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Otsu?
Otsu is notable for landmarks like Enryakuji Temple, Ishiyamadera Temple, and Former Chikurin-in Temple. Cultural venues include Mount Hiei, Biwako Hall, and Otsu City Science Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Ogoto Onsen and Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji.
What is a historic hotel like in Otsu?
When you choose a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Otsu, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Otsu have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Otsu, you won't be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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