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A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a vanity with a mirror.

A traditional Japanese inn with tatami mat flooring, wooden sliding doors, and a long corridor leading to a reception area.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with rocks and a small tree.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a garden featuring rocks, a small tree, and a koi pond.

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

Nagara, 0.7 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Celine

RM465

RM512 total

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a sliding door entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a sofa, a table with hats, and a lamp.

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden deck, and indoor plants.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

Chuo, 1.2 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Derek

RM797

RM877 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a flat-screen TV.

Two vending machines with various drink and snack options.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a bulletin board.

The entrance of a hotel with a glass facade, a signboard with hotel name, and a blue sign on the pillar.

3. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Nagara, 1.1 km from Otsu City Museum of History

HSIN-YI

RM236

RM260 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach with calm water and distant mountains.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with chairs, a clock on the wall, and a patterned wall feature.

A wooden structure with a lattice roof, surrounded by flowering trees.

A restaurant interior with wooden slatted walls, hanging pendant lights, and a planter with greenery.

4. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

Kyomachi, 1.6 km from Otsu City Museum of History

RM330

RM367 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

A modern building with large windows, a staircase, and a well-lit interior.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

5. Giappo Franca Kyoto

7 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Mariana

RM515

RM566 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

6. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

5.9 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Roselyn

RM1,443

RM1,825 total

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern spa area with a large bathtub, seating, and a view of a bamboo garden through large glass doors.

A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

A dining table with breakfast items, a teapot, and a view of a lush garden.

7. moksa Rebirth Hotel

6.8 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Peter

RM1,105

RM1,216 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A garden with a wooden fence, gravel path, and various plants.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A tatami mat room with a low wooden table and cushions.

8. Rinn Niomon

6.9 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Dwayne

RM661

RM748 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door to a garden, a low table, and a television.

A traditional Japanese building with a modern entrance, large windows, and potted plants outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door leading to a garden, a television, and a cabinet.

A bathroom with a stone floor, wooden stools, a bathtub with a stone wall, and a large mirror.

9. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

7 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Constance

RM599

RM725 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a seating area with a table, and a view of a natural landscape.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

10. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

6.4 km from Otsu City Museum of History

FRANCISCO JAVIER

RM759

RM944 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A traditional Japanese building surrounded by dense forest and snow.

A room with tatami flooring, a blue mattress, and a shoji screen.

A library with bookshelves, tables, chairs, and a kitchen area with hanging pots.

A cozy room with wooden bookshelves filled with books, a wooden floor, a small table with chairs, and a potted plant.

11. Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

7.1 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Ethan

RM239

RM289 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a small sitting area with a table and cushions.

A person sitting on a tatami mat in a room with a wooden slat wall and a bamboo plant in the background.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji screens.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, a shower, and storage shelves.

12. Ishibekoji MUAN

6.9 km from Otsu City Museum of History

John

RM1,850

RM2,035 total

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted artwork, and a simple, clean design.

A modern bathroom with a large vessel sink, a handheld showerhead, and a separate bathtub.

13. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

6.8 km from Otsu City Museum of History

RM711

RM782 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A traditional building entrance with a wooden door, stone steps, and a tiled roof.

A room with a wooden bench and a fish sculpture.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a television on a dresser, and a small table with a vase.

14. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

7.1 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Zara

RM927

RM1,020 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, stone steps, and a bamboo fence.

A room with tatami mat flooring and a sliding shoji screen door leading to a garden with various plants and a small pond.

A traditional Japanese-style room with a wooden dining table, green sofa, and sliding doors.

15. Ishibekoji Ryugin

6.9 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Tat Man

RM936

RM1,030 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

16. Shikikaboku

6.7 km from Otsu City Museum of History

"The hotel was in a peaceful location of Kyoto very close to the Philosophers path and surrounding temples. The roof terrace and complimentary happy hour drinks was a wonderful edition at the end of long day of sight seeing to soak up the views and relax. The breakfast was excellent - a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, baked bread and fruit and yogurt. And the staff were so helpful with local restaurant recommendations. Would definately recommend"

Hannah

RM1,854

RM2,039 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window overlooking a wooden fence and greenery.

17. SOWAKA

7 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Sophie

RM4,004

RM4,405 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

18. Hotel Chourakukan

6.8 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Philip

RM4,129

RM4,541 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A building with multiple floors, a staircase leading to the entrance, and surrounding trees.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a long table, and chairs, overlooking a traditional pagoda through large windows.

A spacious library with bookshelves, seating areas, and a central decorative vase.

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

7 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Iryna

RM4,759

RM5,235 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, sliding shoji doors, and a view of greenery outside.

A room with large windows, a wooden ceiling, and a wicker chair.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone pathway, and well-maintained greenery.

A stone pathway leading through a lush garden with a lantern and a traditional Japanese structure.

20. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

6.1 km from Otsu City Museum of History

Michael

RM3,830

RM4,634 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Top Otsu City Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Stayed for 5 nights in a room for 3 adults which was spacious. Open plan reception area doubles as lounge and light snacks area and can be quite busy at times. Good restaurant and great roof top bar / eating area. Would stay again."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was elaborate and fantastic. Staff were all incredibly kind and helpful. Wonderful onsen, though some guests could have observed the no talking rule better. I would highly recommend this property to anyone traveling through and hope to be back."

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Attentive and helpful staff - very clean and organized for checkin"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is good"

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"What an incredible gem of a property with the best staff of associates. Great location for temple and shrine visits. An easy taxi/uber ride to the downtown area to visit food market and other great areas The attention to all the details is next level!"

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay Love this hotel"

Biwako Hotel

8/10 Good

"room fine bathroom a bit dated as is the rest of the hotel. overall good location right on lake all rooms have view of lake pool is free for resident but very over clorinated which gave us all bad rashes. so only used once which was a sham as reason we stayed there. station close and hotel has shuttle bus to station 3 times an hour which was good over all hotel ok probably not to my taste but very popular with locals we were only english there and a good place to stay away from hustle and bustle of kyoto but easy access as only two stops on train. stayed there 20 years ago and it hadn’t changed since then"

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a really nice part of the city."

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

10/10 Excellent

"The property, staff, food and service in general were of the highest possible standard. We hope to return."

Other attractions near Otsu City Museum of History

A traditional Japanese temple entrance with a wooden gate, stone steps, and banners.

Mii-dera

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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A canal flanked by lush greenery and a red bridge.

Lake Biwa Canal

8.6/10 (14 reviews)

After visiting Lake Biwa Canal, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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A cityscape with a river, buildings, and trees.

Ojigaoka Park

After visiting Ojigaoka Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Onjoji Temple

Onjoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Otsu Painting Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Otsu Painting Museum during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Honpukuji Temple

Honpukuji Temple is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art in Otsu. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion during your trip to Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Otsu City Museum of History?

Otsu City Museum of History is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 10 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Otsu City Museum of History?

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Otsu City Museum of History. Another good choice is Biwako Hotel, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Otsu City Museum of History?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Otsu City Museum of History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Otsu City Museum of History, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Otsu City Museum of History.

What can I see and do near Otsu City Museum of History?

Mount Hiei, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Ginkaku-ji Temple, Eikan-do Temple and Nanzen-ji Temple are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Biwako Hall, Gion Corner and Minamiza Theater.

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Our top choices for Otsu City Museum of History hotels

1. Inase Otsu Machiya Bed & Breakfast

2. Hotel Koo OotsuHyakucho

3. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

4. Super Hotel Otsu Ekimae

5. Giappo Franca Kyoto

6. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

7. moksa Rebirth Hotel

8. Rinn Niomon

9. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

10. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

11. Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

12. Ishibekoji MUAN

13. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

14. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

15. Ishibekoji Ryugin

16. Shikikaboku

17. SOWAKA

18. Hotel Chourakukan

19. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

20. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Top Otsu City Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hilton Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Biwako Hotel

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Other attractions near Otsu City Museum of History

Mii-dera

Lake Biwa Canal

Ojigaoka Park

Onjoji Temple

Otsu Painting Museum

Honpukuji Temple

Mitsuhashi Setsuko Commemorative Museum of Art

Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion

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