The Best Historic Hotels in Otsu from ￥22,080 in 2026

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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.

A restaurant interior with a central wooden counter, seating area, and decorative lanterns.

1. Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi

Downtown Kyoto

Bastien

￥19,649

￥22,080 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and wall-mounted artwork.

A dining table set with white plates, silverware, and a brown placemat.

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

Shimogyo Ward

Francesca C.

￥11,980

￥25,079 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A tatami mat room with a low wooden table, cushions, and sliding doors leading to a traditional Japanese room.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a sliding door with vertical slats, and a small sign above the door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden table with a vase, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden dining table with chairs, a sliding door, and a small potted plant.

3. Stay in a traditional machiya in a local arcade!

Higashiyama Ward

Neil S.

￥52,000

￥59,312 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A narrow hallway with a traditional Japanese sliding door, a ceiling light, and a refrigerator.

A row of bicycles parked outside a building with a wooden facade and a sign with Japanese characters.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a bookshelf with various books and decorative items.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji sliding doors.

4. Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion

Gion

Jason N.

￥26,400

￥30,147 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging lamp.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a hanging light fixture.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, sliding doors, and a gravel ground.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden sliding door and a blue awning with white text.

5. (Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika

Shimogyo Ward

"The house is conveniently located, close to the JR station and there are a bunch of restaurants within walking distance. There is also a 100-year-old stationery store close by, which we really enjoyed. Everything was clean and well-maintained, and it was very neat to be able to show our kids a more traditional, old-style Japanese house. We were disappointed that there was no tatami, however, as it appears there has been a recent renovation, and more disappointed that the rules asked guests not...

Helen W.

￥12,980

￥27,786 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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.

A chrome faucet with a lever handle attached to a wall.

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

Shimogyo Ward

Adrianne H.

￥15,000

￥29,627 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.

A traditional Japanese house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

A cozy attic room with a thatched roof, wooden beams, a cushioned bench, and two standing lamps.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and various decorative items including a blue and white ceramic plate, a statue, and a hanging scroll.

7. Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto

Ukyo Ward

Sydney M.

￥30,000

￥39,968 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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.

A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen area, wooden walls, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto

Ukyo Ward

Laura

￥25,000

￥34,095 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect"

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"This is our home away from home when we visit my family. We get a twin room so that we have some extra space. Proximity to the station is great, and there are two grocery stores within walking distance. Laundry facilities are good, and the rooms are always clean. The bed is a bit soft for my liking, but my husband loves it. We will be staying at APA Seta Ekimae again in the future. We did not have their breakfast."

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"This is a lovely hotel, very well maintained. The room was big and met all our needs. I would recommend this hotel to anyone."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"Good property. Excellent breakfast. Good shopping and easy access to public transport."

Yumotokan

10/10 Excellent

"Fasntastic place to relax at. We were picked up at the train station and ushured into a relaxing lounge which we had unlimited access to for the duration of our stay, including the drinks and snacks, The check in process was very smooth and our bags were waiting for us in our room when we got there. We booked the in-room Onsen that we practically lived in. It was initially a bit hot for our liking but the staff were able to adjust it for us. We had an amazing nine course dinner that showcased the local produce. and the breakfast buffet was also briliant. Overall a very relaxing and comfortable stay with fantastic staff and would definitely come back."

Biwako Ryokusuitei

10/10 Excellent

"My family of 3 had a wonderful time and our 8 year old was delighted with the baths, the kid dinner and buffet. Our only complaint was the dinner restaurant happened to have a lot of loudly screaming children which diminished the experience a bit."

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"

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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Our top choices for Otsu historic hotels

1. Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi

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

3. Stay in a traditional machiya in a local arcade!

4. Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion

5. (Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika

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

7. Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto

8. Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto

Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Apa Hotel Biwako Seta Ekimae

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Yumotokan

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Biwako Hotel

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