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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
5/5(2 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing 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 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 walkable 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 culturally rich area.
Biwako Otsukan
Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto
NZ$111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
NZ$51
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
NZ$167
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto One Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
NZ$109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
NZ$596
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Shimo-sakamoto Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$175 per night from 27 June to 28 June
NZ$175
27 June - 28 June
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,083 reviews)
"The facilities are excellent, the premises are clean, and the staff is both friendly and accommodating. The location is highly desirable. We anticipate returning for future stays and regret not having extended our previous visit."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$134 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$134
1 July - 2 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Check in was fast!! The staff are all SO helpful and nice!! Breakfast is wonderful!! With more great and helpful staff there. Room was clean and loved the balcony first thing every morning. Thank you for the water for coffee and tea in the mornings before breakfast. This was very important for us. ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$134 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$134
28 June - 29 June
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
44-1, Kamitonoda-cho, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$89 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$89
2 July - 3 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,331 reviews)
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$241 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$241
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,959 reviews)
"Couldn’t have chosen a better hotel for our stay in Kyoto. The location was great-walking distance to everything. The rooms were super nice, spacious, & the shower was the best shower experience we’ve ever had (water pressure & large rainfall shower that soaks you). Lastly, the breakfast was fabulous ..."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$114 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$114
21 July - 22 July
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,190 reviews)
"The hotel and the staff are great. Being connected to train station is ultra convenient. The only negative was the washer/dryer combo. Does not fully dry clothes. I work in laundry so I know exactly how much should into a washer/dryer to make it work properly. Other than they beautiful hotel, wonderful ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Shimo-sakamoto
Find the best Shimo-sakamoto areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shimo-sakamoto
Learn more about Shimo-sakamoto
Ogoto
While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa.
Katata
If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide
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- Kinugawa Hotels
- Takarabune Onsen Hotels
- Minami-Komatsu Hotels
- Kusatsu Hotels
- Hotels near Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Moriyama Hotels
- Yasu Hotels
- Shiono Onsen Hotels
- Shiga Prefecture Hotels
- Hotels near Biwako Valley
- Cheap Hotels in Kusatsu
- Hotels with Parking in Moriyama
- Villas in Kusatsu
- Azuchi Castle Ruins
- Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan
- Takarabune Onsen Holidays
- Yabasekihan Island Park
- Sakura-Basama Historic Park
- Pieri Moriyama Mall
- Biwako Flower Fountain
- Noguchi Kenzo Memorial House
- Sagawa Art Museum
- Lake Biwa Canal
- Lake Biwa Museum
- Yasu Holidays
- Miyano Onsen
- Visit Katata
- Visit Moriyama
- Visit Yasu
- Visit Ritto
