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Koke Musu inn

Otsu

Situated in Otsu, 12 km from Daigo-ji Temple, Koke Musu inn offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a bar and a shared lounge.

O
Orlando
From
United States
The couple who run the Inn are kind and hospitable. They were helpful in assisting me in all manners. Their charm was accompanied by the unique construction and style that decorate the establishment. Quite simply you must see it to appreciate it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$112.12
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Afternoon

Otsu

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Holiday Afternoon is located in Otsu, 23 km from Sanzen-in Temple and 30 km from Ruriko-in Temple. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

K
Kelly
From
Canada
The son and mother running the guesthouse were wonderful. It's a beautiful location, and because it is fairly far from the station, the son picked us up in his van at the station. We did have to call him to get us (which we knew ahead of time), so it's important to have the capability to do so or otherwise arrange it with the guesthouse host. We thoroughly enjoyed the onsen at the hotel with included yukatas and our very spacious room (had a heater/AC as well!). The sheets and yukatas and towels were impeccably clean and pressed. The son and mother had a lovely cafe with free beverages downstairs, and they also had a wonderful breakfast we paid for in the morning. I feel this guesthouse is truly a hidden gem and highly recommend it to anyone considering it. Easily one of the best places I have stayed at in Japan. My husband and I were so charmed during the whole experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$141.51
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Wish HANA

Otsu

Located 10 km from Shoren-in Temple, 11 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 11 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, Hotel Wish HANA provides accommodation situated in Otsu.

m
mathew
From
Australia
The owner was extremely friendly and adaptable to my situation, she was very kind and even let me keep my bags at the property ling after checkout time so that I could explore more of kyoto. The beds are comfortable as well as the toilet and shower facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$67.83
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House Hana

Otsu

Set in Otsu in the Shiga region, Guest House Hana is a 1-star property boasting free WiFi.

j
james
From
United Kingdom
I loved this place. It was so clean and quiet and the manager couldn't have been more helpful . A real pleasure to work with . Transport links into Kyoto were pretty good too with 20-30 trains every few minutes. Kitchen well stocked , washing machine and even provided a free parking space for my scooter. And best of all a lovely , comfy bed .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Price from
US$125.67
1 night, 2 adults

ペンションレークサイド

Otsu

Offering lake views, ペンションレークサイド is an accommodation situated in Otsu, 22 km from Sanzen-in Temple and 29 km from Ruriko-in Temple.

H
Hiu Yan Ginny
From
Hong Kong
The beach was just outside the house, very convenient and nice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
US$141.96
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Soi

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guesthouse Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms.

M
Mhedine
From
France
The staff members are amazing persons that will go beyond their way to make you feel comfortable. They even offer to help you organize your days through recommendations of places to visit outside of the typical tourist experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,241 reviews
Price from
US$64.91
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 雅 is a recently renovated accommodation, which provides soundproof rooms. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station.

Z
Zirong
From
United Kingdom
I can’t say enough good things about this stay! Firstly, this exceptional stay is 100% down to the most kind and welcoming hosts. The couple who run this inn have helped us the whole time during our stay and been the most accommodating, I’m very grateful to have found this place. The room itself is very cosy and clean. The location is very central, everything was within 15mins walk or bus. Would recommend packing light as there are only stairs, but the hosts very kindly helped us with our luggage.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Price from
US$110.35
1 night, 2 adults

Kyo-Anthu Inn

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Located in Kyoto and within 500 metres of Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kyo-Anthu Inn features a garden, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi.

E
Evan
From
Ireland
Excellent, kind, and helpful host. Emiko and her family had great English and the inn was very welcoming and comfortable. I was even driven to Kyoto station once my stay was complete which was a great help. Excellent value for money and a ideal location to see many nearby temples and shrines. Lots of nature sightseeing opportunities close by as well. I highly recommend a stay at Kyo-Anthu Inn!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
Price from
US$168.77
1 night, 2 adults

Family Inn Kei 慶

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Family Inn Kei 慶 features accommodation within 3.2 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a toaster.

J
Juanita
From
Malta
Location is well connected with public transport stations (only a few minutes walking distance). The room was decent, secure check-in and checkout, and everything was clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
Price from
US$83.74
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Raku

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.9 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Guesthouse Raku offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

D
Damian
From
France
Well Appointed and located Very friendly staff at check in
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$148
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 850 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,241 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Otsu and nearby

Jonni`s Place

Sakamoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Located within 13 km of Mount Hiei and 14 km of Enryaku-ji Temple in Sakamoto, Jonni`s Place provides accommodation with seating area.

RokuRoku

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

Situated conveniently in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, RokuRoku is set less than 1 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine and 2.2 km from Shoren-in Temple.

From US$101.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto is situated in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, 1.8 km from Heian Shrine, 2.4 km from Shoren-in Temple and 2.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

Azukiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Azukiya is a recently renovated guest house located in Kyoto, 700 metres from Shoren-in Temple. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests.

Sanjobo Sanso - Vacation STAY 39863v is set in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, a 15-minute walk from Heian Shrine and 1.6 km from Gion Shijo Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Well situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Small cozy nostalgic house for a family or a group is set 1.8 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple, 3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 3 km from...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kiyomizuan 清水庵 車庫2台可 ビフォアアフターの匠 坂田基禎さん改築の京町家 features free bikes and a washing machine.

Hanakiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 318 reviews

The completely non-smoking Hanakiya is a 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and a 10-minute drive from JR Kyoto Train Station.

Highly rated guest houses in Otsu and nearby

Zen Machiya Inn

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Shoren-in Temple, Zen Machiya Inn has a garden and a washing machine.

Gionkoh

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews

Gionkoh is situated in Kyoto, 800 metres from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.1 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. There is a shared kitchen and courtyard at the property.

Platinum Yasaka

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Situated less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and a 13-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Platinum Yasaka in Kyoto features air-conditioned accommodation with views of the quiet street and free...

From US$254.45 per night

PLATINUM kiyomizu

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Offering city views, PLATINUM kiyomizu is an accommodation set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and a 15-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station.

From US$327.16 per night

Guesthouse Soi

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,241 reviews

Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guesthouse Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Situated within 400 metres of Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 600 metres of Gion Shijo Station, Luxury Condo Shikine An Gion Shirakawa in Kyoto features a terrace and rooms with free WiFi.

From US$649.12 per night

M's Inn Higashiyama

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 761 reviews

Open from July 2016, M's Inn Higashiyama is located a 8-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station and Kiyomizu Gojo Station. It features rooms decorated in bright colours with modern furnishing.

From US$379.86 per night

Yadoya Lodge

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Set in Kyoto, 1.2 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa, Yadoya Lodge offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

From US$194.74 per night

Save money on guest houses in Otsu and nearby – budget options available

Stay Inn KOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

Stay Inn KOTO is situated in the Fushimi Ward district of Kyoto, 600 metres from Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, 1.2 km from Tofuku-ji Temple and 2.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

From US$109.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

クリステート601-Crystate 601- is set in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 2.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

クリステート503-Crystate 503- is located in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 2.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

クリステート403-Crystate 403- is situated in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 2.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.

古都庵 Japanese Town house

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

古都庵 Japanese Town house features accommodation within 1.5 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge.

From US$71.40 per night

tomy&tetu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

Boasting quiet street views, tomy&tetu provides accommodation with balcony, around 2.6 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a spa bath.

From US$71.40 per night

Guesthouse Engawa

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews

Well located in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Guesthouse Engawa is located 600 metres from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 1.3 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.7 km from Gion Shijo Station.

Kyoto style small inn Iru

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews

Kyoto style small inn Iru, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Kyoto, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine, 1.8 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, as well as 1.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

Guest houses that travellers love in Otsu

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Avg. price/night: US$51.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 850 reviews
great place by the lake. friendly team, cheap food can be bought (eg ramen, pasta, …) and cooked in the shared kitchen area
Guest review by
Marko
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$177.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
There were lots of pretty decorations , every detail was well thought out. The hostess was very kind.
Guest review by
Ana
Group
Avg. price/night: US$177.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
The guesthouse is beautifully decorated and mostly self-built by the host couple. They offered a free welcome drink and we could play pool for free. The rooms are anime themed which also was pretty cool. The host couple was very welcoming and helpful. They really went out of their way for us.
Guest review by
Alexander
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$51.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 850 reviews
it was cheap and quiet
Guest review by
Kellie
Solo traveller