Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide

Otsu

Shimo-sakamoto
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Popular places to visit

Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

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.

Mount Hiei
View of lake Biwa from the top of Mount Uchimi in Otsu city, Shiga prefecture, Japan

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.

Biwako Valley
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Biwako Valley Ski Resort

4/5(1 review)

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 Ski Resort
Lake Biwa Canal

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.

Lake Biwa Canal
Ishiyamadera Temple

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.

Ishiyamadera Temple
Enryakuji Temple

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.

Enryakuji Temple

Top hotels in Shimo-sakamoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ₹7,340 per night from 9 May to 10 May
₹7,340
₹8,165 total
9 May - 10 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,035 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ₹6,040 per night from 7 May to 8 May
₹6,040
₹7,308 total
7 May - 8 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,347 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3.5 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ₹5,107 per night from 10 May to 11 May
₹5,107
₹5,694 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,245 reviews)
Room was very clean and organized. Staff was always there to assist. The location is very good! 3 minutes walk to the Kyoto station.

Reviewed on 6 May 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ₹6,141 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
₹6,141
₹7,640 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,678 reviews)
Excellent! Close to train station. Staff are good.

Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is ₹14,625 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹14,625
₹16,087 total
3 Jun - 4 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,651 reviews)
Great access to the train. Nice welcome drink. Staff was polite and welcoming. Bed wasn’t as comfortable but was decent.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ₹10,087 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
₹10,087
₹11,096 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,806 reviews)
We had a fantastic stay at this hotel and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. We stayed in a suite and the room was spotless, spacious, and thoughtfully designed and high quality amenities. Housekeeping did an excellent job maintaining the room throughout our visit. The breakfast ...

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimo-sakamoto

Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.

Ogoto
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Katata

If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Katata

Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide