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guesthouseKinari - Vacation STAY 99387v

Otsu

Set in Otsu, 17 km from Shoren-in Temple and 17 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, guesthouseKinari - Vacation STAY 99387v offers air conditioning.

T
Therese
From
Singapore
Guesthouse Kinari was exceptional and we are so thankful we had the opportunity to stay at this lovely space. It also serves as a center for the community children and also persons with disabilities to gather, and spaces like this are so important for the community as everyone is able to use the space. The room we stayed in was also really comfortable and spacious, with great beds and a big toilet that comes with a bathtub! The entire facility is yours and in the morning, people from the community also gather in the facility and we even got to enjoy the loveliest breakfast of onigiri and miso soup together. The owner also provided a personal guide of places to see in the neighbourhood that was really insightful. I cannot stress how grateful we are to have been able to stay here and we are so thankful to the people who continue to work so hard at Guesthouse Kinari so that everyone can feel right at home at this space. Thank you again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$112.99
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Y
Yanela
From
United Kingdom
The rooms are nice and clean. The owner was very kind. The location worked great for me as I preferred a place further away from the crowds but easily connected to Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Price from
US$101.47
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$139.70
1 night, 2 adults

山水之家

Otsu

12 km from Mount Hiei in Otsu, 山水之家 features accommodation with access to a hot spring bath and hot tub. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

T
Theo
From
Switzerland
Calm and beautiful, perfect to avoid the overcrowding of Kyoto while still being pretty close by train.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Price from
US$83.31
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 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$73.05
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, 333 reviews
Price from
US$98.69
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 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
US$140.15
1 night, 2 adults

澄心小筑 房东住一楼 客人住二楼 每天只接一组客人 雄琴车站免费接送 提供一台免费停车位

Otsu

Situated in Otsu, 15 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 16 km from Mount Hiei, 澄心小筑 房东住一楼 客人住二楼 每天只接一组客人 雄琴车站免费接送 提供一台免费停车位 features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$57.67
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.

D
Dörfler
From
Austria
Beautiful Tatami-Room and clean bathroom. Very nice and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,261 reviews
Price from
US$64.08
1 night, 2 adults

初音(はつね)

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Located within 1.2 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.4 km of Gion Shijo Station, 初音(はつね) provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

L
Levente Miklós
From
Hungary
Everything was perfect, the location, the communication, the room was super clean and well-equipped! Thank you for recommending a night event in the city, it was also extraordinary!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 662 reviews
Price from
US$199.32
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 866 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Otsu and nearby

嘉翔の家

Otsu
Central location

Located in Otsu in the Shiga region, 嘉翔の家 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

Enjoy breakfast in Otsu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 374 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.

From US$86.51 per night

Kyo-Anthu Inn

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 238 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$112.78 per night

山科站 金閣

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

4.2 km from Shoren-in Temple, 山科站 金閣 is situated in Kyoto and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Jonni`s Place

Sakamoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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.

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.

Azukiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 144 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.

Located in Kyoto, 1.2 km from Heian Shrine and 1.1 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, 宿坊 金光院ほたる庵 provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

Zen Machiya Inn

Kyoto
Breakfast options
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$286.19 per night

Save money on homestays in Otsu and nearby – budget options available

杉ー着物の宿

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

杉ー着物の宿 is a recently renovated homestay in the centre of Kyoto, 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.2 km from Gion Shijo Station.

From US$76.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 542 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$57.67 per night

BJ family inn

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 144 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 and a housekeeping service.

From US$53.83 per night

Shizuya KYOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

Situated in Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Shichijo Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, Shizuya KYOTO features a garden and a shared lounge. Tofuku-ji Temple is 1.9 km away.

BJ Family House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 114 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$53.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 186 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$70.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

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

From US$70.49 per night

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

Guesthouse Yululu features accommodation situated 1.2 km from the centre of Kyoto and offers a terrace and a shared lounge.

From US$56.39 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$97.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Lovely hosts. Unique and amazing design. Manga dolls, fish tanks, movie regalia it’s like being in a museum. The rooms are small but very innovative. Host cleaned and restocked everyday. Good base to explore Shiga.
Guest review by
james
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$97.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
The room with split level was small but cosy and with so many intriguing details at every turn. You can't help but marvel at the owner's design and attention to detail. The host family was lovely and their communal areas equally fascinating.
Guest review by
Xin
Family with young children