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Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Lake Biwa

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Exterior
Meeting facility
Daily buffet breakfast (JPY 900 per person)
Cleanliness standards

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1-3-11, Ogaya, Otsu, Shiga, 520-2144
  • Place, Aeon Mall Kusatsu
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Biwako Quasi-National Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Otsu

In Otsu .You'll find Lake Biwa and Aeon Mall Kusatsu within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Otsu City Science Museum and Ishiyamadera Temple are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Aeon Mall Kusatsu - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Takebe Taisha Shrine - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 25 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Seta Station - 2 min walk
  • Keihan Yamashina - 11 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪おととや - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪餃子の王将 瀬田店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪うどん 虹や - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ロッテリア 瀬田駅前店 - ‬1 min walk
  • 鳥貴族 瀬田店

About this property

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

3-star hotel near Lake Biwa
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Smile Hotel Otsu Seta also features a vending machine and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. For a fee, parking is available.
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Dining venue
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Otsu hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 800 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; JPY 900 per person
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 900 per person
  • Self parking fee: JPY 800 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Smile Hotel Seta
Smile Otsu Seta
Smile Seta
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta Otsu
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta Hotel
Smile Hotel Otsu Seta Hotel Otsu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Smile Hotel Otsu Seta to the airport?

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta is 39.8 mi (55-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

As of Mar 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta on Mar 15, 2026 start from CA $39, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 900 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for JPY 800 per night.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta have a pool?

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta does not have a pool.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Smile Hotel Otsu Seta to downtown Otsu?

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta is 7.4 mi away from Otsu.

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 265 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nirmit

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was fine for two nights, but like all Japanese hotel rooms it’s super small, more suitable for one person as we were 2, and with suitcase we were on top of each other. That being said, at least the room had a window and the room was super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I made a
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ella

Liked: Staff & service
a little older and run down but staff were lovely and had a good stay :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerry

Travelled with partner
Property is a bit old. All light is off if you removed key, not very convenient at times.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shinya

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anh Dao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Shinya

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Pengkuei, Toronto

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
An aging hotel that needs a bit of renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

GHAN SHYAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness
Older hotel pre key card era.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandro Jr.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is not on the usual tourist trail. We always have a rental car so tend to venture off the beaten track. Staff were super friendly. Not much English but that’s just Japan and part of the adventure. Breakfast was typical Japanese hotel breakfast. Don’t ever go to Japan and expect an American Breakfast. They serve salad amongst other things. But pastries and yoghurt were also available. There is a traditional izakaya below the hotel for dinner. And convenience stores across the road. The hotel parking was easy to find and only ¥800 per night. Short walk to hotel from the parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for touring Kyoto

A very convenient hotel for touring Kyoto, situated next to a train station. No nonsense hotel. No food for westerners at the breakfast buffet...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice Hotel

This hotel was right next to the Seta Train Station (we used the JR Pass) and it was very convenient in catching trains to the various sites in Kyoto. The room was very small and we had an XL Twin, but the staff was super friendly and helpful. The free breakfast was pretty good. The only things we didn't care for was the cold sausage, cold scrambled eggs and lukewarm salads. The coffee maker also took a long time to brew one cup at a time. But the pastries and bread were great.

10/10 Excellent

jhen, a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Friendly and very helpful staff! Clean hotel with amenities. 2 minutes away from the subway station. Many restaurants around the area. Despite being close to the subway and being located in a residential area, nights are surprisingly quiet. I would definitely come back on my next visit.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

MAIKO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
フロントの女性方が丁寧に、とても明るく対応くださいました。 質の良い接客で、大変満足しています。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hiroyoshi

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

NANAMI

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
客室も広く、清掃も行き届いていて、シーツ交換も完璧でした。駅も徒歩１分。素晴らしい環境、施設です。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

ATSUKO

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

TAKAHIDE

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応は良いですが、建物と設備に対し宿泊料が見合っていません。 混み合っているのは分かりますが、あまりにも足下をみています。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025