Ogoto Travel Guide
Otsu
Popular places to visit
Mount Hiei
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Biwako Valley
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Lake Biwa Canal
Lake Biwa Canal is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Ogoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Good overall if u want a Japanese experience
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Excellent hotel, very clean and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Excellent location close to Kyoto Station. Large rooms with lots of amenities. Staff were very friendly and helpful when needed. The automated check in took longer than being checked in by an actual person. I would stay here again and would recommend.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
this is our second time staying at the blosome and never disappoint us. highly recommend
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Location is excellent for Kyoto station - right opposite across road on right of station - less than 4-5 minutes walk - ideal also if you’re a train spotter and very quiet in room.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Nohga was such a nice spot to call home base for our stay in Kyoto. It is just down the street from the Kiyomizu Temple. The breakfast every morning is so worth it. All of the bread and pastries are made in house from the bakery Cicon, located in the lobby. The room was pretty spacious for a Japanese ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ogoto
Katata
If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Shimo-sakamoto
If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
