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Next weekend
14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two weeks
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In one month
4 Sept - 6 Sept
In two months
2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Otsu hostels

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1. Guest House HANA – Hostel

Guest House HANA – Hostel
1.0 star property
Otsu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (46 reviews)
"Super kind host, "
Canada
Jonas
The price is NZ$75
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Guest House HANA – Hostel
Lobby lounge

2. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (555 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
The price is NZ$45
28 Aug - 29 Aug
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Front of property

3. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Antonino
The price is NZ$49
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
Living area

4. Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (66 reviews)
"Everything perfect, clean, staff very kind "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NZ$49
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Hostel Otro Mundo
Front of property – evening/night

5. Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"蛇口をひねると全て地下水、塩素との入っていないお水、冷蔵庫にいつも冷えてて美味しい。 お部屋はとても狭くて隠れ家な感じだけど寝に帰るだけなので全然気にならない、なんだか凄く良いニオイがします。"
Japan
みすず
The price is NZ$45
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
Exterior

6. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"It was very easy to find and the room and bathroom was clean. I would rec"
United States
Meriam Mayumi
The price is NZ$53
19 Aug - 20 Aug
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Property amenity

7. Hostel Mundo

Hostel Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (97 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay. "
United States
Raquel
The price is NZ$52
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Hostel Mundo
Lobby

8. LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
2.5 star property
Minami Ward
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Beware the map attached currently points to Kyoto City Hall, the actual location of this hotel is near Kyoto Station well over 2 miles away."
United States
JONATHON
The price is NZ$40
16 Aug - 17 Aug
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Exterior

9. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (59 reviews)
"Awesome to stay on a century old, traditional building, the place is clean overall, but it would have been nice to see a staff."
Canada
Noel
The price is NZ$38
23 Aug - 24 Aug
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM

10. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
The price is NZ$57
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Lobby lounge

11. Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (901 reviews)
"The hostel is well located and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful ( Shout out to Yamoto ). Clean, all the amenities you need, a beautiful kitchen area in a building that seems new and is well kept. My favourite hostel in Japan."
Canada
Alexander
The price is NZ$56
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Exterior

12. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (110 reviews)
"Charming 100 year old house. We enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."
Canada
Sheldon
The price is NZ$38
16 Aug - 17 Aug
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Family Room

13. Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (38 reviews)
"Clean and well thoughtful layout for 3 guests"
Canada
Corey
The price is NZ$38
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
Front of property – evening/night

14. Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is NZ$73
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Street view

15. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, highly recommend staying here :)"
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is NZ$73
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Books

16. Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Clean and warm atmosphere. Thank you Toni- san. "
Japan
Midori
The price is NZ$147
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Kokonoe Machiya
Japanese garden

17. Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is NZ$193
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Gion Koh - Hostel
Café

18. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (581 reviews)
"Terrific morning breakfast at a cost but well worth it to set you up for the day of exploring. Great location."
Australia
Matthew
The price is NZ$61
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view

19. Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$198
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Front of property – evening/night

20. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"A great hostel at a very convenient location in Kyoto, appreciated the amenities including lockers for each traveller, would stay here again"
Canada
Zheng Fang
The price is NZ$132
23 Aug - 24 Aug
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is really well located, the food is amazing, the staff gives you the full Japanese service experience. This is your place to stay!"
Colin 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Find out more about Otsu

Otsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,795
Accommodation
60 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$38
Highest Price
NZ$198

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?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to look first: 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. Guest House HANA – Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Biwako-Hamaotsu Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and multilingual staff. You'll find towels 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. Major attractions include Lake Biwa. Get out into nature with places such as Ogoto Onsen, Mount Hiei and Biwako Valley. 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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