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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.

M
Marie-Pierre
From
Germany
I had seen the pictures and knew that I was in for an interesting experience, but this really exceeded my expectations!!! This inn is a prodigy of “miniaturism” and you step into a fantasy world. The use of space is ingenious and artistic. Every room is completely different, has its own personality with its dominant color and its own craziness. Personally, I could have done without all the manga plastic figurines but at the same time, it is really fun to plunge into somebody else’s delirium. The staff is super nice and warmhearted. They weren’t there when we left, so this is my way of saying goodbye and thank you for an unforgettable stay in Otsu!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$120.10
1 night, 2 adults

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse

Otsu

Offering lake views, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse is an accommodation situated in Otsu, 23 km from Sanzen-in Temple and 30 km from Ruriko-in Temple.

M
Marko
From
Austria
great place by the lake. friendly team, cheap food can be bought (eg ramen, pasta, …) and cooked in the shared kitchen area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 860 reviews
Price from
US$51.34
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.

N
Noelani Brand
From
South Africa
Great stay; the cottage was spacious and well equiped. Staff was very friendly!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$139.91
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 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$73.17
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.

M
Manpreeth
From
India
By mistake I had booked female dormitory. She went out of the way and made alternative arrangement in another property of hers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
Price from
US$98.84
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.

L
LAWRENCE
From
Singapore
Next to the Lake Biwa, within 1 minute walk. Spacious room (Level 2) facing the Lake too. Complimentary coffee and tea including thermo flask with hot water. Restaurants, convenience stall and shopping mall within driving distance (10min).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews
Price from
US$108.08
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.

l
lula
From
Germany
It is a home away from home. Super cozy practical rooms, and the other areas are so cosy as well! I was always happy to come back and relaxed instantly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,281 reviews
Price from
US$64.18
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.

J
Janine
From
Austria
I was surprised how spacious the room was! It was big enough to enjoy spending time in the evenings in the room - not like the other hotels I stayed at, where I only slept because it was so tiny. The room had a small table and even a balcony! The staff was extremely friendly and the room was cleaned every day. They also supplied us with free water bottles, more tea bags and fresh towels every day. The location was good too, a short walk to the subway and in walking distance to the old city. I definitely recommend staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews
Price from
US$98.20
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.

S
Stefan
From
Germany
Very lovely small family owned Inn with a super nice host family that can speak very good english, nice, clean comfortable rooms, very good breakfast - I am vegerarian, they prepared a different vegetarian breakfast for me every morning, even including fresh fruits (something I completely missed before in Japan), close to the main tourist area with all the famous temples; and on top of that I was brought for free by car to the train station when I checked out. Thanks again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
Price from
US$112.96
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.

T
Tibor
From
Japan
The room was quite big and I loved having a balcony. It was very clean and comfortable. I enjoyed having a kitchen with a fridge, microwave and stove. And even a washing machine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews
Price from
US$82.79
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

M
Marie-Pierre
From
Germany
I had seen the pictures and knew that I was in for an interesting experience, but this really exceeded my expectations!!! This inn is a prodigy of “miniaturism” and you step into a fantasy world. The use of space is ingenious and artistic. Every room is completely different, has its own personality with its dominant color and its own craziness. Personally, I could have done without all the manga plastic figurines but at the same time, it is really fun to plunge into somebody else’s delirium. The staff is super nice and warmhearted. They weren’t there when we left, so this is my way of saying goodbye and thank you for an unforgettable stay in Otsu!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$120.10
1 night, 2 adults

J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse

Otsu

Offering lake views, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse is an accommodation situated in Otsu, 23 km from Sanzen-in Temple and 30 km from Ruriko-in Temple.

M
Marko
From
Austria
great place by the lake. friendly team, cheap food can be bought (eg ramen, pasta, …) and cooked in the shared kitchen area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 860 reviews
Price from
US$51.34
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.

N
Noelani Brand
From
South Africa
Great stay; the cottage was spacious and well equiped. Staff was very friendly!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$139.91
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 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$73.17
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.

M
Manpreeth
From
India
By mistake I had booked female dormitory. She went out of the way and made alternative arrangement in another property of hers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
Price from
US$98.84
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.

L
LAWRENCE
From
Singapore
Next to the Lake Biwa, within 1 minute walk. Spacious room (Level 2) facing the Lake too. Complimentary coffee and tea including thermo flask with hot water. Restaurants, convenience stall and shopping mall within driving distance (10min).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews
Price from
US$108.08
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.

l
lula
From
Germany
It is a home away from home. Super cozy practical rooms, and the other areas are so cosy as well! I was always happy to come back and relaxed instantly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,281 reviews
Price from
US$64.18
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.

J
Janine
From
Austria
I was surprised how spacious the room was! It was big enough to enjoy spending time in the evenings in the room - not like the other hotels I stayed at, where I only slept because it was so tiny. The room had a small table and even a balcony! The staff was extremely friendly and the room was cleaned every day. They also supplied us with free water bottles, more tea bags and fresh towels every day. The location was good too, a short walk to the subway and in walking distance to the old city. I definitely recommend staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews
Price from
US$98.20
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.

S
Stefan
From
Germany
Very lovely small family owned Inn with a super nice host family that can speak very good english, nice, clean comfortable rooms, very good breakfast - I am vegerarian, they prepared a different vegetarian breakfast for me every morning, even including fresh fruits (something I completely missed before in Japan), close to the main tourist area with all the famous temples; and on top of that I was brought for free by car to the train station when I checked out. Thanks again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
Price from
US$112.96
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.

T
Tibor
From
Japan
The room was quite big and I loved having a balcony. It was very clean and comfortable. I enjoyed having a kitchen with a fridge, microwave and stove. And even a washing machine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews
Price from
US$82.79
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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Very good - What previous guests thought, 860 reviews

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Superb - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews

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Kyo-Anthu Inn

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

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

From US$112.96 per night

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3 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, 41 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Guest House Aoi Okazaki 203 / Vacation STAY 4304 is situated in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, 1.7 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, 1.8 km from Shoren-in Temple and 2 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

Situated in Kyoto, 600 metres from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple, 清水いにしえ庵 offers an open-air bath and air conditioning.

Hanakiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 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.

Gionkoh

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 514 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.

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RokuRoku

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 442 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$74.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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.

From US$166.87 per night

Zen Machiya Inn

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

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

From US$312.78 per night

PLATINUM kiyomizu

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 65 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$229.90 per night

Guesthouse Soi

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,281 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.

From US$64.18 per night

Tsukito

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

In the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Heian Shrine, Tsukito has a shared lounge and a washing machine.

From US$80.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Kyoto Inn Higashiyama is situated in Kyoto. It is located 2.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and offers full-day security.

From US$86.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 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$641.81 per night

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

Ya Do! KYOTO OKAZAKI

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

Conveniently set in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, Ya Do! KYOTO OKAZAKI is located 1 km from Heian Shrine, 500 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 1.4 km from Shoren-in Temple.

From US$76.38 per night

M's Inn Higashiyama

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 770 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$146.33 per night

Guesthouse Kyoto Abiya

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, 1.8 km from Heian Shrine and 1.5 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Guesthouse Kyoto Abiya offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

From US$48.78 per night

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

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.

From US$100.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews

Set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and 1.5 km from the centre, Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge.

From US$52.63 per night

BJ family inn

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, 700 metres from Sanjusangen-do Temple, BJ family inn offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. This 1-star guest house offers a shared kitchen.

From US$53.91 per night

BJ Family House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

Situated in the centre of Kyoto, 700 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto, BJ Family House features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$70.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Rakuten STAY Kyoto Station Standard Twin Room offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

From US$57.76 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$51.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 860 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$126.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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$126.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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$51.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 860 reviews
it was cheap and quiet
Guest review by
Kellie
Solo traveller