Ogoto Travel Guide
Otsu


Popular places to visit

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 relaxing area.

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.

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.

Lake Biwa Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich 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.
Top hotels in Ogoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Very clean. Near transportation. Staff very helpful. Very busy and crowded lobby. Breakfast lines were slow. Room was warm and difficult to cool Down
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Luxury service phenomenal staff
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Per Japanese culture, the staff wasn't that helpfull.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Excellent stay! Beautiful rooms, onsen and hotel
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Great hotel
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
All around very nice
Reviewed on 8 Mar 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.
