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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a futon bed.

1. Hostel Otro Mundo

Central Kyoto

Jeffrey

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, glass doors, and a bicycle rack.

2. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Downtown Kyoto

Antonino

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a signboard.

3. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

Allyson

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern living room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.

4. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

Jonah

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors and a signboard.

5. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

Sheldon

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a small garden area visible through the door.

6. Kokonoe Machiya

Central Kyoto

Yan

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a small entrance area with a sign, and potted plants outside.

7. Ryokan Hostel Gion

Gion

Dylan

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An indoor dining area with modern furniture and a glass wall overlooking a green space.

8. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

usha

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

9. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Central Kyoto

José

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a small pond, and a red table.

10. Gion Koh - Hostel

Higashiyama Ward

Andrea

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A building facade with large windows, a balcony, and a red awning.

11. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

Janine

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern restaurant with long wooden tables and bar stools, a brick accent wall, and pendant lighting.

12. LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

Minami Ward

JONATHON

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a chalkboard with motivational writing.

13. Piece Hostel Kyoto

Minami Ward

Emma

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

14. Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

Anonymous traveller

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A cozy room with a large window, a wooden floor, and a small indoor garden with a potted plant.

15. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

Higashiyama Ward

Aurelien

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel entrance with a well-lit facade, a reception desk, and a small landscaped area with a tree.

16. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

Shimogyo Ward

Zheng Fang

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A narrow stone pathway leading to a wooden door, flanked by plants and a small window.

17. Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

みすず

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A person working at a wooden table with a laptop under a large umbrella, with a pagoda-style building in the background.

18. The Next Door - Hostel

Minami Ward

Minwei

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a large window with a grid pattern.

19. Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Shimogyo Ward

Eda

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

8/10 Good

"Everything was top notch h except the breakfast was fully booked every day."

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

8/10 Good

"The hotel was excellent, beautiful maintained and functioned like a well oiled machine. The room was first class and super comfortable, definitely the most comfortable bed I have slept in during my stay in Japan! Unfortunately they was one incident that I felt let them down and was certainly not expected from an organisation as polished as this. I made a mistake with my booking, I called the front desk, from outside the hotel, in the hope of getting someone to help me. When the call was answered, I asked if English was spoken, the Lady on the line made a response and then put me through to another Lady, when I asked if she spoke English, she just hung up on me, we did not get cut off. This was very disappointing and resulted in me having to travel across Kyoto to appear at reception in person, very inconvenient. I would have expected better from such a high hotel."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"This was my second time staying at this hotel and it won’t be my last! The property is easy to get to from Kyoto station, the staff are all so friendly and professional, the amenities are great, rooms are clean and comfortable. The onsen is one of my favorite things about staying here. The breakfast is excellent too!"

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent

"This place was fantastic, we stayed during Silver Week, which meant the hotel was full, however we never once felt crowded. The only thing lacking was a laundry service, however there is a laundromat 600m away. The closeness to the station which is only one stop from Kyoto was really convenient. Looking forward to coming back."

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"

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Otsu Hostels information

Number of reviews	2,747
Accommodation	59 Hostels
Lowest Price	€20
Highest Price	€122

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Otsu?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its lake views and hot springs.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social atmosphere.

What are the best hostels in Otsu?

While you're deciding on where to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Otsu: J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Biwa. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Otsu?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Otsu are July, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 238 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Otsu?

In general, Otsu is known for its temples, hot springs and jogging trails. Top attractions include Nishiki Market and Lake Biwa. Get out into nature with places such as Ogoto Onsen, Mount Hiei and Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park. Cultural attractions include Biwako Hall, Otsu City Science Museum and Otsu City Museum of History.

What's the best way to get to and around Otsu while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Otsu in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Osaka (ITM-Itami), located 33.6 mi (54.1 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Kobe (UKB), which is 49.6 mi (79.8 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transport to get around. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Ogotoonsen station, Biwako-Hamaotsu Station or Kamisakaemachi Station.

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1. Hostel Otro Mundo

2. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

3. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

4. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

5. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

6. Kokonoe Machiya

7. Ryokan Hostel Gion

8. Piece Hostel Sanjo

9. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

10. Gion Koh - Hostel

11. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

12. LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

13. Piece Hostel Kyoto

14. Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

15. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

16. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

17. Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

18. The Next Door - Hostel

19. Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Yumotokan

Biwako Hotel

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

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Our top choices for Otsu hostels

1. Hostel Otro Mundo

2. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

3. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

4. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

5. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

6. Kokonoe Machiya

7. Ryokan Hostel Gion

8. Piece Hostel Sanjo

9. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

10. Gion Koh - Hostel

11. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

12. LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

13. Piece Hostel Kyoto

14. Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

15. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

16. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

17. Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

18. The Next Door - Hostel

19. Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

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