Otsu

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A lock system with water gates, a bridge, and a modern building with orange and white colors.
A traditional Japanese building with a symmetrical design, featuring two main towers and a central entrance.
A close-up of several small clay bowls with green vegetables and a cracked egg.
A tree in the center of a plaza surrounded by tall stone columns.
Three large containers with Japanese writing and green designs, placed outside a building with a wooden facade and a tiled entrance.

Where to stay in Otsu

Find the best Otsu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Otsu
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Ogoto

If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa are top sights worth seeing.

Chuo

If you're spending some time in Chuo, Lake Biwa and Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

Ogaya

While there might not be top attractions in Ogaya, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Yabasekihan Island Park.

Kyomachi

Though Kyomachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Otsu Port and Biwako Hall.

Nionohama

While visiting Nionohama, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.

Calendar Hotel

Calendar Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Kasuga-cho 1-3 Otsu Shiga-ken
Stay at this capsule hotel in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
Calendar Hotel
Biwako Grand Hotel

Biwako Grand Hotel

3.5 out of 5
6-5-1 Ogoto Otsu Shiga-ken
The price is ¥28,915 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
¥28,915
¥32,107 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly ryokan in Otsu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa Museum ...
Biwako Grand Hotel
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

3 out of 5
1-3-11, Ogaya Otsu Shiga
The price is ¥6,336 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
¥6,336
¥6,970 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Stay at this hotel in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Biwako Hall are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (304 reviews)
"部屋が綺麗で良いホテルでした"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only

KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only

4 out of 5
16-53 Minamikomatsu Otsu Shiga
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Omi Maiko ...
KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only
1 Villa with private beach, boat jet, etc. can be directly unloaded Vacation Rental

1 Villa with private beach, boat jet, etc. can be directly unloaded Vacation Rental

大津市 滋賀県
Stay at this villa in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach and Hiratopia are located ...
1 Villa with private beach, boat jet, etc. can be directly unloaded Vacation Rental
IZA oumimaiko

IZA oumimaiko

3 out of 5
1044-47 Otsu Shiga
Book a stay at this spa villa in Otsu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Omi Maiko Nakahama Beach and Hiratopia are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"お皿や炊飯器といった調理器具はあるため簡単な料理は出来ました! 遊び道具もあり楽しめました。 サウナをするには水着が必要なので持参するかホテルで借りる必要があります。 綺麗で楽しめました!"

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

IZA oumimaiko
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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