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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, 207 reviews
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US$131.75
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

S
Sarah
From
Australia
Peaceful away from city area and place. I chose the bed with the view of the lake, and I highly enjoyed my stay. The kitchen and showers were always clean, even with the amount of guests using it. I caught the train 4 stops away to the closest supermarket and stocked up for the week, but also went on walks from the hostel and got lunch out. They also have food and supplies at reception to buy if only staying a few nights. I rented a SUP from place across the road, even in low season and had a lot of fun!!! Things to do around the area when it's sunny, when it's raining it's nice to sit inside the hostel as well
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 837 reviews
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US$53.51
1 night, 2 adults
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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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
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US$145.81
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

J
Jenn
From
Spain
Beautiful and lovely host. It was totally shame that we couldn't arrive earlier due to an inconvenience on the day of our booking however the host was very nice about it and even picked up us from the station even tho we were a bit after the check in time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
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US$83.61
1 night, 2 adults
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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 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
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US$73.58
1 night, 2 adults
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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 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 314 reviews
Price from
US$30.77
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

T
Tin Kian
From
Malaysia
It is near to Hira Station. The host is very friendly. The place is clean and with a shared kitchen. The view of Lake Biwa from my room is superb.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
US$126.42
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 24 reviews
Price from
US$90.30
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Adriani
From
Bangladesh
Everything, wonderful team, the owners truly treated us as 'guests'. The perfect way to arrive as first timers in Kyoto. Slept very well, super breakfast. Despite other guests in a compact space, the Guesthouse ambience made us all very respectful and accommodating. Great location a little away from the tourist scene but has it's own local charm and easy walking reach from temples and sightseeing. Coffee in the lounge in front of the bog tree just what we needed in the morning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,200 reviews
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US$66.89
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

I
Isaac
From
Hong Kong
Very friendly staff, convenient location (10mins walk to nishiki market), room size is good enough
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews
Price from
US$208.05
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 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 356 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$94.38 per night

  • Kyo-Anthu Inn

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

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

  • 山科站 金閣

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 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 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 90 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 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Kyoto - House / Vacation STAY 3816 is set in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, 2.8 km from Heian Shrine, 3.5 km from Shoren-in Temple and 3.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

    From US$292.51 per night

  • Azukiya

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 139 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 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Small cozy nostalgic house for a family or a group is situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, 3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 3 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 3.7 km from Kyoto Station.

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

  • Platinum Yasaka

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 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$215.38 per night

  • Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

    Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn in Kyoto offers accommodation with free WiFi, 500 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 600 metres from Gion Shijo Station and less than 1 km from Shoren-in Temple.

  • Ya Do! KYOTO OKAZAKI

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 136 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$127.75 per night

  • Set in the centre of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple, TOMORI Kyoto- Cozy for Couples, Perfect for friends & Families offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

  • BJ family inn

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 135 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$60.20 per night

  • Shizuya KYOTO

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 646 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.

    From US$83.88 per night

  • BJ Family House

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 105 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$60.20 per night

  • Family Inn Kei 慶

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews

    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.

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  • Koke Musu inn

    Homestay in Otsu
    Avg. price/night: US$141.88
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 207 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

  • Koke Musu inn

    Homestay in Otsu
    Avg. price/night: US$141.88
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 207 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