Hotels near Biwako-Hamaotsu Station Otsu

"The staff were incredibly nice even with a bit of a language barrier but we figured it out. The area is quiet and peaceful. The room was so cute and the building. It was a bit far from Kyoto but it was nice escape after a long day. And public transport was close by (10 min walk). Loved my experience and would definitely return and recommend. "

"very nice view. room is clean, I think this is the best hotel around Biwako"

"I stayed at the Chaya house which was absolutely stunning. The staff were incredibly friendly and a joy to speak with. Otsu is a smaller quiet town with lots of character and friendly residents. I highly recommend checking out the local Izakayas and cafes for an equally excellent experience."

"Love this hotel on Lake Biwa - lovely rooms with beautiful lake view. Nice onsen and good breakfast 😀"

"Everything was good especially breakfast!!"

"Wonderful staff with beautiful clean rooms."

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"AKEKURE Kyoto Shirakawa — 10/10. Full stop. There are hotels that get everything right. And then there’s AKEKURE. This nine-room boutique opened in December 2025 and it already feels like it’s been here forever — like it was always supposed to exist exactly where it does, tucked among willow trees along a small river in one of Kyoto’s most quietly beautiful neighborhoods. We arrived at 3pm. The exterior stopped us before we even walked in. The facade is considered and deliberate — the kind of...

"If you can afford to splurge, this place is a treasure. Service like I’ve never experienced, and beautiful rooms and a great location. The restaurants are fancy French, also extremely good, but we didn’t dine in. This place is world-class.😊"

"This ryokan was beautiful and very clean, and the staff were always friendly and accommodating. You can also reserve the private onsen for about 1000 yen for an hour. The bus stop was a short walk away so it wasn't too bad travelling to different parts of the city. Loved this place! "

"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "

"This is a truly special place... a highlight of our two week trip to Japan. From the magical location to our beautiful room (that tub!) to the amazing, kind and attentive staff, it was every romantic dream we had of Kyoto come true. Thank you Ishibekoji MUAN!!!"

"Absolutely wonderful villa nestled in the Higashiyama hills. Beautiful setting and away from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto. Short walk into Gion and right next to a lovely small temple. Friendly staff and everything you need is there. Cant wait to go back."

"Hiro is a real hero! He made our stay so special and an unforgettable experience. We had some travel delays and then extended our trip and he has been so flexible with everything and even gave us a ride to the train station! The place is spotless, good internet, the kitchenette made all the difference with home cooking and it's a central but quiet location. 10/10 for sure!"

"This was a great stay in Kyoto. The room was huge which was a nice change compared to our other stays. The washer and dryer in the room was also a nice touch. Walkable to temples, shops and restaurants. I would stay here again"

"The room was spotless, the staff was excellent from reservation to departure, the property was amazing and location was the best in the city in the Kiyomizu area. We were greeted at arrival and given an upgrade. Our bags had already been stored in our room. We had wonderful lounge experiences with the Maiko performance and the tea ceremony (which my kids loved) because it was "just enough" for them. I would recommend this hotel over and over again to anyone looking for a hotel in Kyoto."

"Luxury hotel overlooking Kyoto. Newly built 12 months ago so everthing was well maintained. Short walk to restaurants. Many close at 8pm due to local rules. We wanted a relaxing place to spend our last few nights after a busy tour of Japan. This hotel was great for that. "

"We had a very comfortable stay and really enjoyed this place. The location is great—about a 3-minute walk to the nearest bus stop, with just two stops to the Ninenzaka/Sannenzaka area. There’s also a train/subway station about 5 minutes away with easy access to Osaka. We were able to walk to all our restaurants around the Nishiki Market area. The neighborhood is very quiet, with little traffic and even a temple right next door, which added to the peaceful atmosphere. The room was excellent,...

"Great spot in Kyoto, on the metro but not too busy. A small boutique hotel, only 6 rooms, great for some quiet time after busy days. Didn’t eat in the restaurant, but it was often busy and smelt great."