Katata
Otsu
Popular places to visit

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.

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 culturally rich area.

Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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.

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 culturally rich area.
Things to do

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto

Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Top hotels in Katata

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"This hotel was our favorite by far across Japan. Extremely charming, clean, and relaxing. Has everything you need and the staff was always available for us. The bath house was incredible and the hotel provided a few tattoo covers for myself. The location you cant beat either. We will be coming ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
"The rooms were clean, and the staff was extremely helpful. They held our bags while we checked in, which saved us a lot of stress. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Kyoto Station and offers a shuttle service to and from the station."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"The staff was excellent and the hotel itself was very nice. The property is literally across the street from the train station which made this an excellent hub to explore Tokyo. The only thing that was missing was an Onsen. I would highly recommend this property."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Very good breakfast , onset with nice sauna"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Excellent location. Hotel appears to be recently renovated. Nice big clean rooms. Polite and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Katata

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


