Best hotels & accommodations in Kusatsu-shi
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Kusatsu-shi Hotels & Ryokan
Urban Hotel Minami Kusatsu
Kusatsu, Kusatsu-shi
Located less than a minute walk away from JR Minami-Kusatsu Station, this hotel is recommended as a base for business and sightseeing.
- Also recommended for sightseeing in Kyoto. Around 17 minutes to Kyoto Station via special rapid service train.
- Convenience stores, drug stores, and more available nearby.
- Free Wi-Fi in every guestroom.
- Breakfast is from 6:30 to 10:00 at JPY 1,296 per guest.
- Coin laundry (with automatic detergent dispensing washing machines, there's no need to buy detergent)
- Vending machines available
- Also recommended for sightseeing in Kyoto. Around 17 minutes to Kyoto Station via special rapid service train.
- Convenience stores, drug stores, and more available nearby.
- Free Wi-Fi in every guestroom.
- Breakfast is from 6:30 to 10:00 at JPY 1,296 per guest.
- Coin laundry (with automatic detergent dispensing washing machines, there's no need to buy detergent)
- Vending machines available
How to get there?
From Minami Kusatsu Station (JR Biwako Line): Less than a minute's walk from the West Exit.
Biwako Grand Hotel
Otsu, Otsu
For families, groups of any size, and business meetings, the hotel is suitable for every purpose. The open-air bath has a beautiful view of the lake. Other onsen (hot spring) baths are also available.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the Kosei Line to Ogotoonsen Station (about 20 min).
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 5 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 5 min from Nishi-Otsu Bypass Ogi-Ogoto IC.
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 5 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 5 min from Nishi-Otsu Bypass Ogi-Ogoto IC.
Biwako Ryokusuitei
Otsu, Otsu
The lodging is located in the Lake Biwa resort with Mt. Hiei in the background. You can fully enjoy the comfort of the resort.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the Kosei Line to Ogotoonsen Station (approx. 20 min).
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 25 min on foot or 5 min by taxi.
By car: 25 min from Meishin Expressway Kyoto-higashi IC, Nishi-Otsu Bypass, Kosei Road.
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 25 min on foot or 5 min by taxi.
By car: 25 min from Meishin Expressway Kyoto-higashi IC, Nishi-Otsu Bypass, Kosei Road.
Dantoukan Kikunoya
Otsu, Otsu
Enjoy the warmth of this lodging where you can relax and let go. You’ll forget time within its calming appearance. Located at the lakefront of Lake Biwa, staff are waiting to serve guests with warm hospitality.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the Kosei Line to Ogotoonsen Station (approx. 20 min).
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): About 20 min on foot or 5 min by taxi.
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): About 20 min on foot or 5 min by taxi.
Kyo Oumi
Otsu, Otsu
In addition to all rooms having a bath, they also have an open-air onsen (hot spring) bath with a fine view of Lake Biwa. Guests can enjoy karaoke in the room too.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the Kosei Line to Ogotoonsen Station (about 20 min).
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 5 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 5 min from Nishi-Otsu Bypass Ogi-Ogoto IC.
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 5 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 5 min from Nishi-Otsu Bypass Ogi-Ogoto IC.
Smile Hotel Otsuseta
Otsu, Otsu
This hotel is 18 minutes from Kyoto Station by local train and a 1-minute walk from JR Seta Station. All rooms are equipped with LAN, which can be used free of charge, as well as washlets.
How to get there?
From Seta Station (JR Biwako Line): 1 minute on foot.
By car: Take the Meishin Expressway and exit at the Seta-higashi/Seta-nishi IC. The hotel is about 2 km from the expressway exit towards JR Seta Station.
By car: Take the Meishin Expressway and exit at the Seta-higashi/Seta-nishi IC. The hotel is about 2 km from the expressway exit towards JR Seta Station.
Urban Hotel Kusatsu
Kusatsu, Kusatsu-shi
Located 3 minutes on foot from JR Kusatsu Station, with many places to eat in the vicinity, this hotel is also just 20 minutes by train from JR Kyoto Station. Guests at this hotel will surely enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto. All rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi connection. The front desk is open 24 hours. Baggage storage service available. Vending machines are also on site. Guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine at Hiiragitei restaurant, or have some drinks at the Lavender lounge & bar.
How to get there?
From JR Tokaido Line Kusatsu Station: 3 mins on foot
APA Hotel Biwako Seta-Ekimae
Otsu, Otsu
This hotel is not only convenient for business, but also offers plenty of leisure activities in the nearby areas, including various outdoor activities by Lake Biwa, exploring Mount Hiei and Koto-sanzan, a tour on the waterways in an old Japanese-style boat, and visiting Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden, which is famous for its water lilies.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the JR Biwako Line bound for Maibara and get off at Seta Station (about 18 min). It is about 1 min on foot from there.
By car: About 4 km (about 10 min) from Meishin Expressway Kusatsu-Tanakami IC. Landmark: JR Seta Station.
By car: About 4 km (about 10 min) from Meishin Expressway Kusatsu-Tanakami IC. Landmark: JR Seta Station.
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso
Otsu, Otsu
A hotel featuring and designed around the local folk stories of the area, it is renowned for its open-air cypress bath.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the Kosei Line to Ogotoonsen Station (approx. 20 min).
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 3 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 20 min from Meishin Expressway Otsu IC / Kyoto-higashi IC.
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 3 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 20 min from Meishin Expressway Otsu IC / Kyoto-higashi IC.
Biwako Hanakaido
Otsu, Otsu
Located just a 20 minute train ride from Kyoto Station is Ogoto Onsen. This retro, natural hot springs ryokan is located near Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture. The lodging features cuisine prepared with local ingredients such as Omi beef and more, as well as aromatherapy which is popular among female guests.
Ogoto Onsen is said to have been opened about 1,200 years ago in the Heian Period by Saicho, founder of the Enryaku-ji Temple on Mt. Hiei. The ryokan has gender-segregated large communal baths and open-air baths, as well as private open-air baths which guests can use for an additional fee. In addition to the standard Japanese-style rooms, there are also guestrooms equipped with open-air baths. The open-air baths in the special guestrooms use natural hot spring water.
Ogoto Onsen is said to have been opened about 1,200 years ago in the Heian Period by Saicho, founder of the Enryaku-ji Temple on Mt. Hiei. The ryokan has gender-segregated large communal baths and open-air baths, as well as private open-air baths which guests can use for an additional fee. In addition to the standard Japanese-style rooms, there are also guestrooms equipped with open-air baths. The open-air baths in the special guestrooms use natural hot spring water.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the Kosei Line to Ogotoonsen Station (about 20 min).
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): About 5 min by taxi.
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): About 5 min by taxi.
Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako
Kusatsu, Kusatsu-shi
This hotel is located right in front of Kusatsu St. West Exit (JR Biwako Line), in Kusatsu-shi, Shiga Prefecture. Only 20 minutes to JR Kyoto St. and 50 minutes to JR Osaka St..
The overall design of the hotel is reminiscent of North America in the 18th century, with elegant furniture and paintings decorating the lobby. The surrounding area is known as 'Boston Square', and guests can feel as if they've come to a small town in Northeast America.
-Wi-Fi available in all guest rooms
-Check-in from 15:00
-Check-out until 11:00
-Breakfast: Japanese/Western cuisine buffet (6:45 - 9:30)
Please pay JPY 1,800 (tax incl.) directly at the hotel on the day.
-Parking lot for 200 vehicles (reservation not required)
JPY 500 (tax incl.)
-Early check-in: From 10:00 (JPY 5,000), from 12:00 (JPY 1,500)
Reservation required in advance
*Late check-out: Until 15:00 (JPY 2,000), until 17:00 (JPY 4,500)
Reservation required in advance
The overall design of the hotel is reminiscent of North America in the 18th century, with elegant furniture and paintings decorating the lobby. The surrounding area is known as 'Boston Square', and guests can feel as if they've come to a small town in Northeast America.
-Wi-Fi available in all guest rooms
-Check-in from 15:00
-Check-out until 11:00
-Breakfast: Japanese/Western cuisine buffet (6:45 - 9:30)
Please pay JPY 1,800 (tax incl.) directly at the hotel on the day.
-Parking lot for 200 vehicles (reservation not required)
JPY 500 (tax incl.)
-Early check-in: From 10:00 (JPY 5,000), from 12:00 (JPY 1,500)
Reservation required in advance
*Late check-out: Until 15:00 (JPY 2,000), until 17:00 (JPY 4,500)
Reservation required in advance
How to get there?
From Kusatsu Station (JR Biwako Line), West Exit: About 1 min on foot.
Vessel Inn Shiga Moriyama Ekimae
Moriyama, Kusatsu-shi
This hotel - which opened in August 2017 - is a 1-minute walk from JR Moriyama Station. With a location that is accessible by both train and car, this hotel is convenient for trips to Shiga. With functional guestrooms, this hotel is perfect for business and sightseeing.
How to get there?
From Moriyama Station (Biwako Line): About 1 min on foot.
Hotel Biwako Cerisaie
Otsu, Otsu
Opened in November 2017, this hotel is about 20 minutes from Kyoto Station and a 3-minute walk from Ogoto Onsen Station on the JR Kosei Line. All rooms are non-smoking, equipped with free Wi-Fi connection, and furnished with Simmons beds (except Japanese-style rooms).
How to get there?
From Ogoto Onsen Station (JR Kosei Line) West Exit: about 3 min on foot.
It takes about 20 min from Ogoto Onsen Station to Kyoto Station, and about 50 minutes from Ogoto Onsen Station to Osaka Station.
By car: Exit the Meishin Expressway at Kyoto-higashi IC and continue on to Route 161 via Nishi-Otsu Bypass. Landmark: JR Kosei Line Ogoto Onsen Station.
It takes about 20 min from Ogoto Onsen Station to Kyoto Station, and about 50 minutes from Ogoto Onsen Station to Osaka Station.
By car: Exit the Meishin Expressway at Kyoto-higashi IC and continue on to Route 161 via Nishi-Otsu Bypass. Landmark: JR Kosei Line Ogoto Onsen Station.
Hotel 21
Kusatsu, Kusatsu-shi
Conveniently located just 20 minutes from Kyoto Station by train and 10 minutes away from the Ritto IC, Hotel 21 features spacious guest rooms with balconies, high-speed wired and wireless internet access, and free parking.
How to get there?
From Kusatsu Station (JR Biwako Line): 7 minutes on foot.
By car: 10-minute drive from the Meishin Expressway Ritto IC, or 10-minute drive from the Kusatsu IC. Free parking available (reservation required). Please contact the hotel in advance to inquire about parking an oversized vehicle.
By car: 10-minute drive from the Meishin Expressway Ritto IC, or 10-minute drive from the Kusatsu IC. Free parking available (reservation required). Please contact the hotel in advance to inquire about parking an oversized vehicle.
Yumotokan (Ogoto Onsen)
Otsu, Otsu
This lodging is a “ryokan” which is part of Japan’s indigenous culture. It is located in Ogoto Onsen, a natural hot spring area just a 20 minute train ride from Kyoto Station. In the ryokan, guests wear yukata and at night, sleep in futon. The ryokan offers guests a day in a relaxed atmosphere that will put their mind at ease. The dining menu also features Omi beef. Omi beef - one of Japan’s top 3 wagyu beefs - has a history of more than 400 years, and out of those top 3 wagyu beefs, it has been loved by everyone the longest. It is renowned for its high degree of marbling, mellow fragrance, and tenderness. In addition to Omi beef, from December to March, there are also plans where guests can enjoy snow crab.
How to get there?
From JR Kyoto Station: Take the Kosei Line to Ogotoonsen Station (approx. 20 min).
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 5 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 20 min from Meishin Expressway Kyoto-higashi IC, Nishi-Otsu Bypass.
From Ogotoonsen Station (JR Kosei Line): 5 min by pick-up bus.
By car: 20 min from Meishin Expressway Kyoto-higashi IC, Nishi-Otsu Bypass.
Kusatsu Estopia Hotel
Kusatsu, Kusatsu-shi
A city-hotel in front of the station well suited for sightseeing, business, and leisure. 21 minutes to Kyoto on the JR line and convenient for sightseeing in Shiga as well. The hotel provides full hospitality with sensitivity at all times.
How to get there?
From Kusatsu Station (JR Tokaido Line) West Exit: About 3 minutes on foot.
By car: Exit the Meishin Expressway at Ritto IC and continue along Route 1 for about 15 minutes.
By car: Exit the Meishin Expressway at Ritto IC and continue along Route 1 for about 15 minutes.