Katata Travel Guide
Otsu
Popular places to visit
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 relaxing area.
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.
Lake Biwa Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich 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.
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 walkable area.
Things to do
Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Kyoto & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Top hotels in Katata
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
I accidentally booked the wrong kind of room, but the staff there was quick to fix my mistake and put us in a room that could accommodate 2 people. The lobby is huge, which is nice because there were so many people coming in/out. They give you a locker to put your shoes in, as you cannot wear shoes ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Great location for what we had planned, hotel is stunning, great food and bakery and the staff for the roof top lounge were fantastic. Would stay here again gladly
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Room was great... bigger than usual and very clean. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Staff was very informative. Room had perfect amenities we needed. great restaurant
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Like the amenities and staff
Reviewed on 24 Jan 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.
