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Our top choices for Otsu historic hotels

A hanging spherical decoration with a wooden hanger, a potted plant with green foliage, and multiple hanging light fixtures with the text "SUPER HOTEL" in the background.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with cultural decorations.
A bar area with various bottles of beverages and a black table with handwritten notes.
The entrance to a hotel with a prominent sign reading "SUPERHOTEL".

1. Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi

Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
Downtown Kyoto
France
Bastien
￥13,642
￥15,441 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
A modern two-story residential building with large sliding glass doors, a flat roof, and a visible satellite dish.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A compact hotel room with a dining area, a bed with patterned bedding, and wall art.
A dining table set with white plates, silverware, and a brown placemat.

2. ~ Momo Lee Sakura Umekoji 1 MAX 5PPL near KYOTO STATION ~

~ Momo Lee Sakura Umekoji 1 MAX 5PPL near KYOTO STATION ~
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Francesca C.
￥9,980
￥21,822 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
~ Momo Lee Sakura Umekoji 1 MAX 5PPL near KYOTO STATION ~
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging lamp.
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, sliding doors, and a gravel ground.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a hanging light fixture.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a television, and a hanging lamp.

3. (Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika

(Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika
Shimogyo Ward
Canada
Helen W.
￥6,980
￥19,968 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
(Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika
A narrow hallway with a traditional Japanese sliding door, a ceiling light, and a refrigerator.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a bookshelf with various books and decorative items.
A row of bicycles parked outside a building with a wooden facade and a sign with Japanese characters.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji sliding doors.

4. Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion

Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion
Gion
United States
Jason N.
￥24,000
￥27,276 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion
A modern two-story residential building with large sliding glass doors, a flat roof, and a visible satellite dish.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a small shelf with decorative items.
A room with wooden beams on the ceiling, framed artwork on the walls, and a white door.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with chairs, a bed with pillows, and a window providing natural light.

5. ~ Tomori Sakura Umekoji 2 MAX5PPL FREE WIFI near KYOTO STATION ~

~ Tomori Sakura Umekoji 2 MAX5PPL FREE WIFI near KYOTO STATION ~
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Adrianne H.
￥9,980
￥23,883 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
~ Tomori Sakura Umekoji 2 MAX5PPL FREE WIFI near KYOTO STATION ~
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a sliding door with a landscape painting.
A cozy attic room with a thatched roof, wooden beams, a cushioned bench, and two standing lamps.
A traditional Japanese house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

6. Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto

Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto
Ukyo Ward
United States
Sydney M.
￥30,000
￥39,952 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a futon bed.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a low table with a tea set.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a futon bed.
A tatami mat room with traditional Japanese decor, including shoji screens and calligraphy.

7. Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto

Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto
Ukyo Ward
Canada
Laura
￥25,000
￥34,251 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

8/10 Good
"The hotel was excellent, beautiful maintained and functioned like a well oiled machine. The room was first class and super comfortable, definitely the most comfortable bed I have slept in during my stay in Japan! Unfortunately they was one incident that I felt let them down and was certainly not expected from an organisation as polished as this. I made a mistake with my booking, I called the front desk, from outside the hotel, in the hope of getting someone to help me. When the call was answered, I asked if English was spoken, the Lady on the line made a response and then put me through to another Lady, when I asked if she spoke English, she just hung up on me, we did not get cut off. This was very disappointing and resulted in me having to travel across Kyoto to appear at reception in person, very inconvenient. I would have expected better from such a high hotel."
Peter 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Yumotokan

Yumotokan

10/10 Excellent
"The amenities are endless. The staff are amazing. We didn't want to leave."
Martin 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Yumotokan
Biwako Hotel

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good
"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"
andrew 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Biwako Hotel
Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very helpful friendly. "
Robert 9-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

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. Lake Biwa is another popular sight to explore.
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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