3 star hotels in Otsu

The front desk staff was incredibly kind. I'd love to stay here again!

Big and traditional Japanese room. The service is great

Pretty decent hotel in the alley of Kyoto. No frills hotel but you get what you need. Free breakfast included, it was simple yet filling. Don’t expect too much for breakfast since it’s free. Huge upside is the very spacious toilet and separate bathroom

The hotel is a bit old, but the toilet is very modern. I stayed here in winter, and the room was super warm. Cleansing products, body lotion, and toothbrushes were all provided for guests to take, which was very convenient. Highly recommended!

Very nice hotel and helpful stuff. Hotel is little bit old but very clean with very spacious rooms. The location of the hotel is perfect, on the walking distance from the metro station, Gion quarter ( 5 minutes) and Nishiki market (15 minutes). We enjoyed our time in Kyoto.

Loved the location, only few miles minutes to train station and walking distance to market place and department stores

Place had working netflix. 10/10. Staircase up to the bed is kinda horrifying but the place is honestly quite good for the price. Walls are paper thin but they provided ear plugs.

I elected a room that can be randomly allocated by the hotel which we got a small room.  It was nice and cozy. I loved the bathroom and the location was great. Closed to train station.

Close to temples and shrines, good price. Will book for another stay in Kyoto and recommend to friends.

Very satisfied, the location is excellent, and you can reach the surrounding scenic spots in ten minutes.

The room is clean, the food is good, and the location is very convenient

Good location. 5 minutes to 2 metro lines. Gion is 2 minutes walk away. On the intersecting street. Clean, nice staff. Umbrellas are provided during the rain. If you find fault, then the window is on the neighboring wall, but not even completely, but partially) if you need a hotel to spend the night in a clean place with a convenient location, then it is suitable. If you need a romantic place, it is...

It’s an experience stay in Japanese room Experience go to the ceremony at 6 in the morning but all in Japanese Very cold inside the temple and no photo or video during ceremony Breakfast very traditional an experience too

First off, the hotel's location is absolutely fantastic! It's right up there with the Hyatt at Ninen-zaka. Being next to Chion-in Temple, it just sets the stage perfectly. All the main attractions are within walking distance. However, the hotel is quite old and feels a bit neglected in terms of maintenance. The cleanliness left something to be desired. The windows were dusty, and there was a lot of...

Excellent location, with a unique morning blessing ceremony. The hotel is in superb condition, and the service is great, perfect for an authentic local cultural experience. Most attendees at the morning temple blessing are Japanese. The rooms are spotless and the facilities are all very new.

Convenient location, spacious rooms, and great toiletries. We even got a complimentary breakfast on our last night, which was a pleasant surprise. Thank you!

Be sure to try the hotel's morning ritual, a Buddhist ceremony known as the 'Morning Awakening Ritual'. The entire hotel boasts a distinctly Japanese design. It's said that Wang Sicong chose this type of hotel in Kyoto to unwind.

This is my second stay here. My previous booking was direct through their official website, but I found a better deal on Ctrip this time. A unique feature of this place is the opportunity to attend the temple's morning service and listen to Japanese monks chanting. What's more, it's conveniently located very close to popular attractions, making it incredibly easy to explore on foot.

Had good stay with room very spacious for 2 person (took twin bed room)..everything looks modern. Staff friendly and helpful. It’s 10-15mins walk to Gion District. Near to Sanjo Keihan Station, provides convenient access to Gion-Shijo and Higashiyama area. Easy access to public bus and train. Will stay here again on next visit.

A tina, but very comfortable place to stay. The staff is friendly, and checkout can be done easily vie tablet. It is located about 8min to the metro station. The rooms get cleaned every three days only, but you get enough towels. The rooms have a small fridge and a watercooker aswell.

Really nice place to stay and relax...great service,totally recommend this hotel ...the beds you just want to take home ,so comfy,AC great as is wifii,shower ect.

A very clean hotel, near to city center. Two problems: although staff are nice, but can’t speak English well, and room cleaning service is every 3 days which is a bit strange!

This is my first time leaving in the hotel have room cleaning service after four days and without changing towels So bed experience

We have stayed more than 30 hotels in Japan, the service of this hotel is the worst one. We stayed in Japan hotels because of their convenience in helping delivering luggages to airports or other towns. Usually they will help us in filling forms, and all we have to do is to pay. But the staffs here seems only sent us the link for us to fill by ourselves, and when we tell the staffs they the link service...

Don't book this in the summer! Don't book! Don't book! The air conditioner doesn't cool, only blows air. On the first day, it was 34 degrees outside and 32 degrees inside. I approached the staff, and they said the air conditioner was working fine and it would cool down after a while. They were sweating profusely while they were talking! I asked to change rooms, and the other rooms were the same! Only...

Located near Gojo Bridge in Kyoto, it's about a 30-meter walk from the private railway station. I stayed here for five days at an exceptionally low price for Kyoto, as found on Trip.com. As it's a business hotel, the rooms aren't particularly spacious, but they have bathtubs and are perfectly adequate for sleeping. The second-floor lounge offers complimentary soft drinks in the evenings. They also...

The front desk service is excellent, the staff are very nice, and it is close to the subway station

The room was a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, and it was eco-friendly as guests could choose only the amenities they needed.

The room was a Japanese-style room with tatami mats, and it was eco-friendly as guests could choose only the amenities they needed.

The tatami room is larger than the one in Osaka. Toiletries are available downstairs. It is a bit far from the Karasuma Line if you want to go out. It is right next to the train from Osaka, but the bus is convenient. Overall, it is good.

Room cleanliness is excellent! Quiet  And location is tip top just walking distance to see seeing destination 💕

Very comfortable, good location and well cared for. The staff gave us lovely souvenirs (there were more that I didn’t take photos) Highly recommendeds

Such a wonderful experience! They prepared breakfast sandwiches for us, which were super delicious! So thoughtful!

Excellent location and service at this price. Very happy staying here.

Super close to Kiyomizu-dera Temple! Just a few steps away. The owner was also incredibly friendly and welcoming.

Very good experience! The hotel is well located to go sightseeing around. They also gave us reusable bottles to fill with the water and drinks dispensers available. And they were also very gentle with us, knowing we were on our honeymoon. Highly recommend!

Perfect location, with so good facilities. I would recommend this hotel to my friends

This hotel is right in the city center, directly on the shopping street. It's easily accessible from the train station by a simple bus ride that drops you almost right in front of the building. We had a wonderful stay; the staff was incredibly competent and even helped me retrieve an item I'd left on the train. Their kindness and friendliness were remarkable. Our room was super clean and came with...

The room was very clean, and the front desk staff were enthusiastic and vibrant. The only downside was that the room was a bit small, making it difficult for three people to spread out their luggage.

The location is convenient. The room was clean and very comfortable. It's also close to Sanjo Bridge. There are plenty of breakfast options nearby, so you won't have any trouble finding a place to eat.

Good location, the hotel is near many shops, cafe and restaurant. The reception is very frieny.

Great location and we were impressed for the cleanliness! With private separate shower and toilet.

The hotel is near metro station, the room is big but the windows are old and aren't sound proof. Compared to other hotels you don't get room cleaning or towel changes, you must change the towels by yourself and throw the trash yourself, they explain you where to get clean towels and where to throw trash but still, I expected someone to empty the trash and change towels daily. . Other than this, i...

The hotel is generally very good, nothing fancy but perfectly adequate. It's well located with plenty of public transport nearby. Plus, the facilities are well-maintained for relaxing.

The location is excellent, within walking distance to Gion, Yasaka Shrine, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. It's also right next to a shopping street with many restaurants, which would be fun to explore at night. However, since I stayed on New Year's Day, almost all the restaurants were closed, which was a bit disappointing. The facilities were clean and convenient, with a microwave and washing machine available...

Although the room was small, it was very cozy. The location is about a ten-minute walk from Gion, which is quite convenient. They even allowed us to check in early, which was a huge plus! I especially loved the bathroom with its heating function, which kept us warm during the incredibly cold December. It's a small place but has everything you need, giving you a taste of everyday Japanese life – not...

Overall, the price exceeded my expectations significantly. Although it was self-check-in, the room was very clean, and all the instructions were very clear. The fact that it had a stove, washing machine, microwave, and refrigerator was a big plus. I was particularly pleasantly surprised by the room's spaciousness and comfort. The hotel's surroundings were also very quiet, mostly residential. The hotel...

Good location and very convenient to go anywhere . Room is very clean

Everything was very clean and the staff was super nice. We really enjoyed staying and would recommend it to everyone looking for a hotel that has also close proximity to some shopping markets

I reserved a "king bed" room, but the bed filled up the room! No space for luggages nor for us to turn around. Never will take this hotel brand any more!

Stayed at Hotel Amanek Kyoto and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. The location is super convenient—close to public transport and within easy reach of Kyoto’s main attractions, yet still शांत and comfortable after a long day of exploring. The rooms are modern, clean, and thoughtfully designed. Even though space is typical for Japan, everything is very well organized, making it feel...

It was a truly enjoyable experience staying at Amanek Kyoto. The location is very strategic, quite close to the train station and the hotel environment is quiet and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again if we ever visit Kyoto 😊

A good location for tourist who love to enjoy the city.

The room is small. Not fit for three. No place to keep your luggages inside the room. The staff are accommodating. There is a lounge to stay in the night.

I was staying by car, but since I entered the name of my vehicle when booking, I was able to stay without worrying about parking. Also, the Keihan Railway station is right in front of the hotel, so although you can hear the station and the sounds of the trains, the unfamiliar sight of the trams was a memorable one. There are also convenience stores nearby, so it's very convenient.

It's a pity that it's on the 5th floor. If you live on a higher floor, you can see the lake. There are railroad tracks under the window, but it doesn't feel noisy even with the window closed. I like the small cup for boiling water. It's rare to boil water in the hotel. Disadvantages: The toiletries are simple and need to bring your own.

The hotel's check-in and check-out times are better than those of other Japanese hotels. We were able to check in right after 1:00 p.m. The rooms are retro, and it's the first time I've seen a key-turned power supply. It's close to Lake Biwa, but the Omi beef restaurant next door is closed.

A bit far from JR station but big room.

The price is cheap and the quality is good. It is also very convenient for travel. It is very close to the shopping street and the lake!

The hotel is next to Dalu Station. Although it is a bit far from JR, it is only ten minutes away. I like their restaurant on the second floor very much. It has a very Showa feel. Hygiene: Japanese hotels, you can always trust the hygiene! Facilities: Small but complete! Environment: The surrounding is very quiet, not a busy place

Room: Pretty Clean (10/10) Location: 2 Mins walk to the Seta Station (10/10) Service: They even say good night to me (10/10) Facilities: They have laundry at 2nd Floor easy to use (10/10) Btw I come to Seta for anime lol

This hotel is super convenient, just 50 meters from the Seta Station exit on the Biwako Line, making it incredibly easy to get around by car or train. While the hotel is a bit older, it's well-maintained. The views from the window are expansive, the price is reasonable, and breakfast is also available.

The room was compact and clean, typical of a standard Japanese hotel in terms of layout and hygiene, though a bit dated. The peeling wallpaper didn't affect our stay. It was my first time using a key for both opening the door and activating the electricity. Toiletries, a fridge, a coin-operated washer/dryer, and breakfast were all provided, which was very convenient for my cycling trip. The hotel staff...

This is a decent hotel I stayed in during my travels in Japan. The main problem is that the wallpaper is peeling, which makes people feel uncomfortable. The location is good, Seta Station can be seen at a glance, not far from Kyoto, and the transportation is convenient. The service attitude is very good. My companion couldn't find the breakfast coupon, so the front desk gave him another one. The breakfast...

This hotel is far from Kyoto Station but in a quiet neighbourhood. Although accessible, should you want to stay here, factor in travel time - 20mins away from kyoto via JR lines. The building is old. Breakfast is good but i missed mine on the second morning as they closed 10mins early. Good size room - and I have a double bed for single occupancy.

The lady receptionist is very helpful and kind. Much appreciated for your help! In general, the hotel situates for just a 2-minute distance from Seta JR Station, and it takes around ~20min travelling time from/to Kyoto. Reasonable facilities given the price is economic. Thank you for the hospitality.

Clean room, hospitable staff, spacious lobby lounge to dine and work

The room was so-so, and the breakfast was terrible.

It was close to the station and the facilities were good.

Loved it Was conveniently located to just about everything we wanted to see Staff was awesome. Rooms were bettet than expected! Across the street from the subway

The room was beautiful. Staff were very kind and helpful. Amenities supplied in the downstairs area was also very helpful. Absolutely loved it wish we stayed longer!

Great location for Higashiyama and Gion district. Quiet and cdlm with 2 walkable subway stations. Lovely, helpful staff and spacious rooms.

The room was beautiful, clean and staff were efficient and gracious.

Awesome experience staying here at Rinn Gion Kenninji! Nicely decorated room, great ambience and walking distance to main attractions in Kyoto. Highly recommend

The room was clean, tidy, and spacious, and even had a bathtub where you could relax after a long day! The location was also quite convenient, making it a great place for a family to stay, and you could also experience a Japanese style!

Wonderful stay for 4 of us, wife with teens. Hotel apartment next to temple, quiet area to walk about, yet restaurants within a block. Live the nearby ramen and udon places. The river a couple of blocks away was great for morning run. Waking distance to larger shopping districts across the river. Waking distance to larger sites and temples in our side of river. Great set up for our first visit to Kyoto

Good location and good service

The main advantage of this hotel is the location in the old parts of town, which means that you can walk to several of the attractions. For example, there was a great temple and museum right behind the hotel. Some of the rooms are very small though. I would recommend paying extra to get a little larger room otherwise you will feel like you’re in a boat cabin

Arrived early and our room was already ready! Beautifully clean. All the staff were so friendly and helpful

I really enjoyed my stay here at Ryokan Sawaya Honton. For me i wanted an authentic older style accomadation, and this place delivered. They do have washing machines and dryers, so you can do yourself when it suits. Its clean and quiet, and on a relatively quiet street. The best was the public bath at the end of the day it was so lovely to soak in the hot tub. Tattoos ok. I highly recommend this great...

A wonderful, peaceful place to stay! Even our economy room was large and comfortable, and the public baths were immaculately clean. Even though it is not in the more “popular” areas of Kyoto, we found it very easy to navigate transit and found some great nearby restaurants and temples to visit.

We really enjoyed the ryokan. It was a wonderful opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a real Japanese home. Everything inside was very clean. The room was functionally organized—futons for sleeping, a table for evening tea, a TV, air conditioning, and an air purifier. You can always refill your hot water and heat up food in the microwave at the ryokan. Breakfast offered a variety of Japanese...

The room is very clean and quite spacious for two people. We have our private toilet which is a major plus for this type of hotel. Overall, great value for the money

Beautiful traditional Inn. Easy communication with staff in English. Beautiful running water feature with Koi ourside sliding doors in room. Beautiful and wonderful all around. Would 100% book again!

I am satisfied with my stay! The room is spacious and has clean toilet. No bathroom as you have to shower in the rather small shared onsen - which I didn’t mind. The kaiseki dinner was plenty and delicious, especially the pork belly potato puree and the kamameshi. The breakfast was just so-so but the dinner made up for it. There is also free ice cream and yukata. The amenities are complete so you can...

Amazing ryokan + dinner experience at great value!! Tips - Top up ¥700/pax to use (lux) sister hotel onsens - both 5th and 11th floor outdoor are wonderful Top-up for a5 beef for dinner Use sister hotel to get to Level 1/ street access (this lobby is level 6 and up a steep hill) Points to note 1) no lifts for 2nd and 3rd floor rooms (pack light or leave luggage in car) 2) no shower in room > use...

Excellent dinner, onsen experience. Breakfast was good as well. Clean room and we got a bigger room as we are a group of 5 traveling by car. It can be a bit hard to find. But if you happen to reach their sister company/building they will direct you. They also provide phamlets in English as guide to their facilities.

The room was great, the hot spring in 湯元館 was amazing and really worth trying, the food including dinner and breakfast was okay. The only defect was it was really hard to communicate with the front desk; there’s a serious language barrier. Also for some reasons the lady that helped us check in only provided the complimentary ticket or service if asked and she seemed to be pretty sick that she kept...

I must say that Komorebi has to be one of my absolute most favorite parts of my trip to Japan with my wife. We lucked out, catching the shuttle from the train station to Yumotokan, the sister onsen next door you can pay a small fee to use, even offering a private bath we absolutely loved. The dinners were amazing and the meat we got was almost better than the super expensive wagyu I paid for earlier...

The hiking above Mii Dera temple was amazing. A lot of hiking options for outdoor enthusiasts. The Mii Dera temple is also not crowded and a joy to stroll around 20 minutes walk from hotel koo.

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.

I'm glad I came across this exceptional hotel while planning my trip. It's a stylish and unique hotspot. I wasn’t sure what to expect from Ōtsu, and still don't know completely, but this hotel was definitely a highlight. Warm welcome with tea and ice. The room had a beautiful design; a blend of retro '70s vibe and a traditional Japanese house, fully modernized. The breakfast was exceptional. Delicious...

We loved our stay at hotel koo. It was the perfect combination between japanese traditional house and modern scandinave touch. We felt so at peace in this room, a perfect moment of relaxation. Bed was really confortable and the room so big. The staff were super welcoming and it’s nice to have free homemade snacks and drinks. I definitely recommend this hotel to design lovers

My husband and my experience here was absolutely incredible! The facility in the main area and our room was wonderfully lovely and high quality. The staff were amazingly helpful and friendly. We celebrated my husband's birthday here and everything was perfect!

In 2 words: simply amazing. We stayed here for 1 night, perfect to get away from the hustle & bustle of the big cities. Within easy reach by public transportation from Kyoto (20min by train) or even Osaka, I would definitely recommend this place. The smaller city is quaint with some traditional parts. The nearby mountains, reachable with the cable car, are beautiful & I’d definitely recommend seeing...

I would say this place is great! Accomodating and English speaking staff. Good aestethic place. Please continue providing good service for tourist like us. Hope to visit your place again next time. Arigatou gozaimasu!

Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff. Very central location, short walk to Nashiki market. The hotel has a washer dryer unit in the building.

Rooms are a decent size, with two twin beds. Very comfortable and soft, you just sink right in and don't want to get up! You do need to return your key to the front desk every time you leave the building, but it is a simple process and the staff are very kind. Great location - there's a 7/11 right nearby and there are multiple long streets full of shops and restaurants to explore. We got tons of different...

Location and rooms were excellent. The staff were always friendly and willing to assist with anything we needed.

The location of the hotel was super convenient and nice neighborhood! 7-eleven was literally on the other side of the street and shopping streets are around the corner. Nishiki market is really close by as well. The workers of the hotel were so nice and the rooms are clean and spacious!! They have their own restaurant next to the hotel and it’s worth the visit! I would love to stay here again when...

I took a lot of pictures for a long time and enjoyed it! There are many places to shoot, and even if I was having trouble with the pose, it was very easy for me to think about the situation!

Very near Kyoto station. Access possible by walk. Check-in is easy with the qr code or the reservation number.

I was very satisfied with my stay at the hotel. The room was clean, tidy, and well-equipped. The bed was comfortable and the space was quiet, allowing for a very relaxing rest. All the facilities worked well, the bathroom was clean, and the hot water was stable.

Stayed here with my partner and really enjoyed it. It’s about a 10–12 minute walk from Kyoto Station, and roughly 10 minutes to Pontocho and the main central area. Most major temples are only a 10–15 minute Uber ride away, so getting around was easy. If you want to stay right in the absolute middle of everything, you might prefer somewhere more central. But for us, staying slightly local was perfect...

Very good location, very clean and very friendly staff. Would recommend staying here but the Laundry was kind of expensive it was 700 yen for a wash and dry 😞😞

The room was comfortable and clean. Although it's a bit far from the bustling city center, the surrounding area is quiet and perfect for rest. The room was fully equipped. The staff were also very friendly and patient during self-check-in. I highly recommend staying here!!!!!

Very nice Very big room and a very beautiful view The staff can speak english very well And everything is automatic, so it is very Convenient And it is not far from kyoto station the Location is very good