Katata Travel Guide

Otsu

Popular places to visit

View of lake Biwa from the top of Mount Uchimi in Otsu city, Shiga prefecture, Japan

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.

Biwako Valley
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Biwako Valley Ski Resort

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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 Ski Resort
Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

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.

Mount Hiei
Enryakuji Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

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.

Enryakuji Temple
Lake Biwa Canal

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.

Lake Biwa Canal
Ishiyamadera Temple

Ishiyamadera Temple

After visiting Ishiyamadera 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

Things to do

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

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per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono

Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono

Rp876.421
per adult
Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono
View of the Kyoto Kimono Wearing Experience

Kimono Wearing Experience

Rp536.808
per traveller
Kimono Wearing Experience
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch

From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch

Rp1.369.408
per adult
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Couples' special kimono experience

Couples' special kimono experience

Rp1.403.122
per traveller
Couples' special kimono experience
Japan: Kyoto Day Trip – Kiyomizu, Kinkaku, Fushimi & Heritage

Japan: Kyoto Day Trip – Kiyomizu, Kinkaku, Fushimi & Heritage

Rp983.868
per traveller
Japan: Kyoto Day Trip – Kiyomizu, Kinkaku, Fushimi & Heritage
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Top hotels in Katata

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.447.727 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.447.727
Rp1.592.500 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (3,901 reviews)
Everything in this hotel is awesome!

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.933.779 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.933.779
Rp2.127.157 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (1,696 reviews)
Will 100% be staying here my next visit to Kyoto

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp3.000.743 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp3.000.743
Rp3.630.898 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,556 reviews)
Really enjoyed clean quiet close to trains and shops

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp3.651.669 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp3.651.669
Rp4.016.836 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,580 reviews)
Friendly staff that spoke fluent English and were very helpful.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp3.118.505 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
Rp3.118.505
Rp3.430.355 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
Spa facility is exceptional

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.435.139 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.435.139
Rp1.815.451 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,422 reviews)
Very good place in the touristic area

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
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Other neighbourhoods around Katata

Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.

Ogoto
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Shimo-sakamoto

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

Shimo-sakamoto

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