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A recently renovated guest house in Otsu, Koke Musu inn offers outdoor fireplace, private parking and sports facilities. It is situated 12 km from Daigo-ji Temple and provides a shared kitchen. The guest house features city views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The design and layout of the room was creative and comfortable. Such attention to details - hooks conveniently located, lights at all the right places and all of them are dimmable from a remote control. Very clever use of space to fit in all the amenities. I enjoyed spending time in my room! The common spaces are wonderful too - a brand new pool table at the dining area. Miyu and her husband are very hardworking and talented. I feel so lucky to have been their guest. Highly recommend Koke Musu:Inn to all travellers with a sense of adventure. The inn is a short 15-min walk from the station and is just across Lake Biwa. There are many eateries nearby, as well as convenience stores and supermarkets. Perfect place to spend a few days.

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9.1
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
UAH 2,748
per night

guest house AN is a 5-minute walk from Keihan Nakanosho Train Station and a 20-minute walk and train ride from JR Kyoto Station. This Japanese-style house comes with tatami (woven-straw) floors, 2 connecting bedrooms and a kitchen. You can relax at the café located next to the house. Rental bicycles are available.

I liked absolutely everything!!! Hosts are very welcoming, very kind and attentive. You have a whole Japanese style house for yourself. You can rent bicycles for a small fee. Close to the station and in a middle of residential area with beautiful Japanese houses and gardens. I saw some people complained in their comments about long introduction to the rules, but for us it was very nice too. After you learn what and how, you feel more relaxed and can fully enjoy. If I had such a house where many elements are made from wood, had tatami etc- I would also like to explain my guests how to use it. We also had breakfasts that were exquisite for a very fair price. Our hosts made us feel like at home and also made many recommendations what to visit around. I am grateful I could be welcomed in such a way and I am sorry I could not stay longer. This is definitely a place where you can stay for a longer period, visit Kyoto (30 mins by train), cycle around the lake and further, play tennis in a park nearby. All that for very nice price:)

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9.3
Superb
30 reviews

Situated within 23 km of Sanzen-in Temple and 30 km of Ruriko-in Temple, J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Otsu. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the guest house also features bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

Great value for money. Spacious capsule in the dormitory. Super friendly and helpful staff. Good showers. (Optional) Bento style dinner, very tasty. And a 2 minute walk from the beach. Would recommend👍

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8.2
Very good
744 reviews
Price from
UAH 773
per night

The homestay has a cable flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay. The property offers mountain views.

The homestay is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in.

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8.7
Fabulous
10 reviews
Price from
UAH 2,318
per night

Guest House Hana is located a 5-minute walk away from Lake Biwa and an 8-minute walk from JR Otsu Station. Free WiFi is available. Hamaotsu Station of the Keihan Line is a 2-minute walk away.

You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms include a shared bathroom. For your comfort, you will find slippers and a hair dryer.

We were able to leave our bikes at the place. I recommend you to ask in advance.

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7.6
Good
239 reviews
Price from
UAH 953
per night

山水之家 provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 12 km of Mount Hiei and 13 km of Enryaku-ji Temple. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The homestay has a hot tub and luggage storage space.

Big house with all you needed for living. Many people can stay. Very friendly and helpful owner. Pricing is very reasonable.

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7.7
Good
60 reviews
Price from
UAH 2,318
per night

Offering lake views, ペンションレークサイド is an accommodation situated in Otsu, 22 km from Sanzen-in Temple and 28 km from Ruriko-in Temple. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The accommodation features full-day security and private check-in and check-out for guests.

Close to Hira station, so didnt need to walk. It is right by Lake Biwa. Pillow was good.

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7.3
Good
34 reviews
Price from
UAH 3,925
per night

Located 10 km from Shoren-in Temple, 11 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 11 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, Hotel Wish HANA provides accommodation situated in Otsu. It is set 9.2 km from Daigo-ji Temple and offers free WiFi plus a shared kitchen. The guest house has family rooms.

The staff are so friendly! The location is perfect. The room is extremely clean.

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6.7
Review score
92 reviews
Price from
UAH 1,175
per night

Surrounded by greenery, the lovely Holiday Afternoon offers rooms with free Wi-Fi, a 10-minute drive from Biwako Valley Ski Resort and a 10-minute walk from Omimaiko’s beach. A free shuttle runs to/from JR Omimaiko Station, which connects to Kyoto Station in 25 minutes.

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8.7
Fabulous
3 reviews
Price from
UAH 3,580
per night

Set in Kyoto, 5.4 km from Daigo-ji Temple and 5.5 km from Shoren-in Temple, 昭和レトロタイムスリップ古民家ゲストハウス舞妓まいこ offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. With city views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

Traditional Japanese house in a quiet place.

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8.1
Very good
21 reviews
Price from
UAH 3,284
per night

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  • 9.1
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    The room with split level was small but cosy and with so many intriguing details at every turn. You can't help but marvel at the owner's design and attention to detail. The host family was lovely and their communal areas equally fascinating.
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