Visit Shimo-sakamoto
Popular places to visit
Mount Hiei
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples 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.
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 relaxing area.
Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out 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.
Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Shimo-sakamoto Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Very nice onsen. Love the breakfast and free ramen in the evening."
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"A wonderful experience. Rooms were plenty big for a family of 4. Very close to the subway line, so easy to get to most attractions. Breakfast is very good and there a ton of restaurants on level 2 if you’ve had a full day of exploring."
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Room is too small, reserved 4 twin beds which made assumptions that room should be much bigger to accommodate the 4 beds but in reality either 2,3, or 4 twins beds will be from same room size, they will squeeze all the beds inside and charge more if more than 1 beds. Shower water temperature kept ..."
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"Can't find a fault, maybe larger towels needed but everything was perfect. We also enjoyed having water filter in the room which helped us not use plastic bottles"
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
"Loved the location of the property."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"The room was very clean, bed was very comfortable. The pajamas were comfortable too. All the amenities were nice. It was very close to the station. I will stay this place next time!"
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Where to stay in Shimo-sakamoto
Ogoto
If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa are top sights worth seeing.
Katata
While visiting Katata, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
