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Calendar Hotel

2.5 star property
Mediterranean capsule hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Terrace/patio
Lounge
Property entrance
Lobby
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kasuga-cho 1-3, Otsu Station Building, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0055
  • Place, Fushimi Inari Shrine
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Heian Shrine
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Capsule Bed (Gentleman)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Capsule Bed (Woman)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Capsule Bed with TV (Gentleman)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Capsule Bed with TV (Woman)

  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

Lake Biwa is a short stroll from Calendar Hotel, and other popular attractions like Sanjusangen-do Temple are within a 15-minute drive. This 60-room capsule hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lake Biwa Canal - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Heian Shrine - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 19 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Higashino Station - 6 min drive
  • Kamisakaemachi Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ちゃんぽん亭総本家 大津駅前店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ラーメンモリン - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪THE CALENDER - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪みふく - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Calendar Hotel

Mediterranean capsule hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
Calendar Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 500 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately JPY 500 per person

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

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-1:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Calendar Hotel Otsu
Calendar Hotel Otsu
Calendar Hotel Capsule Hotel
Calendar Hotel Capsule Hotel Otsu

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Calendar Hotel?

Calendar Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Calendar Hotel?

This capsule hotel is located in Otsu, a short 12-minute walk from Lake Biwa and also 16 minutes on foot from Biwako Hall. You'll also find Lake Biwa Canal and Aeon Mall Kusatsu within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Calendar Hotel?

No, this capsule hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Calendar Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Calendar Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Calendar Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this capsule hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Calendar Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this capsule hotel include a pillow menu, bathrobes, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Calendar Hotel?

No, this capsule hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Calendar Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Calendar Hotel serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Calendar Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Calendar Hotel.

Does Calendar Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this capsule hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Calendar Hotel?

The closest major airport to Calendar Hotel is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 28.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Calendar Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Calendar Hotel.

Calendar Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 246 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very convienient location and kind staff. lockers were quite small and the room smelled a bit. 10 minute transit to Kyoto was very convenient and the price was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, DALY CITY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been to many capsules across Japan and my stay here was at the too. Yes, I’ve stayed in Kyoto, Osaka, but wanted to spend a few days in Ōtsu and experience a slower pace and so glad I did! The reviews on Google and Orbitz rated The Calendar high so I gave it a try and I was not disappointed. However, I do need to mention if you are sensitive to smell you might notice the slight scent of smoke. The entire capsule is non-smoking, however there is a smoking room, that when smokers return it might linger with them. To me, I only noticed the first hour at check-in and after that I didn’t notice anything. The good? How about everything else! No elevator so if you have two luggage you might need to make two trips, but the steps you are greeted by a very popular Italian restaurant which is part of the hotel. The staff is friendly, professional and will make your stay pleasant. The bed is somewhat on the thin side and pillow non-existent, but overall I had no issues falling asleep. In your capsule you do have a TV but good luck finding anything with subtitles lol. The bathrooms and showers are modern and clean, The common area very spacious and relaxed. The bonus is it’s at the entrance/exit of the JR train station! Biwa Lake a 10-minute walk away. So if in Ōtsu looking to get away from the crowds I highly suggest a stay at The Calendar. I stayed for two nights and felt recharged going back to Osaka. 10-stars! Arigatō!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Repugnant

Awful place to stay. Avoid at all costs. The rooms smell so bad of cigarette smoke it’s nauseating. The pillows are these rock hard tiny things. The toilets were filthy and has mould all over it. It’s cheap yes, but my god it’s not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the pod I stayed in did not appear to be terribly clean as there had been quite a few large stickers that had been peeled off the walls but not cleaned off properly. There was a good supply of linen. Lockers were too small so main backs were kept in the common room so suggest bring padlocks for bags. Unfortunately the common area appeared dusty and dirty and overall felt unwelcoming. The hotel restaurant staff were running the capsule hotel so general reception area was an after thought. So the experience was functional overall but not hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Bare bones and you get what you Kay for. Staff is really nice and helpful. You should speak some Japanese.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shyamali

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient and complete with all amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryosuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anneliese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time trying a capsule hotel and it increased my expectations for all capsule hotels. Everything about this hotel was nice and very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Chloe

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The beds were terrible. The pillows were not much better. Every time you moved in the bed the entire capsule creaked. The mattress was paper thin but everything else was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dannis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Direct access to train station and about 10min. to Kyoto by train. Food is also great. Nice park nearby for morning walks.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

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

A perfect sleep!

Just a minute walk from JR Otsu station, the Calendar Hotel has everything one needs from tasty drinking water, to easy to use changing room to shower room and finally a quiet, comfy place to sleep. The amenities are generous, too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Candis

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

Easy to stay

Simple, clean, exactly what is needed in a place to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location right at JR metro station. Comfortable capsule and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleased to discover that this hotel has many of the same amenities as a regular hotel. Everything was great except the pillows were too hard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great for the price

Right outside the JR station and 2 7-11. It is 10mins ride to Kyoto. Very clean, very nice staff who speak English. Can get a free drink ticket if request no need to change sheets and clean up. Shower is hot and strong for washing long hair. Only down side is, it is not luggage friendly. There are long stairs and no elevator. But they have a cafe/bar so there are always staff available.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Elly, oosaka

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

Nice of all

很棒的裝潢，乾淨的環境，我得到了放鬆，現煮咖啡很好喝，有去住我覺得很多開心，住到好的膠囊旅館能為旅程加分，就在大津站旁邊而已很方便，附餐廳也很方便，餐廳24小時也很棒，有朋友一起去的話可以聊天到很晚，往前直走可以看到琵琶湖，早上散步很適合，旁邊有便利商店也方便許多！
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
It was a nice clean place, good location however the pillows were terrible. They were so hard, I couldn't use it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Candis

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

Easy to stay, happy to come again.

It was good. Basically after check in, no one bothers you or anything. It's self serve for towels (first is free) and toiletries. The washing machine is ¥300 and the dryer is ¥100/30 min. The sleeping area is comfortable and basic. The whole place is new and stylish.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Aída , Mexico city

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

Best value for my money

This is the perfect accommodation in Kyoto. It's located right on a subway station that is only two stops away from Kyoto Station. Capsules and facilities in general are very comfortable, clean, and beautiful. Staff members are super friendly and the breakfast was great and included. Don't look more.

8/10 Good

Gina, Vancouver

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

Trendy and hip capsule hotel

Staff was super nice and the facility is very clean and well managed. The hotel is on the second floor which is only accessible by stairs (you could ask the staff if you need help with luggage). You pass by their trendy restaurant/bar going in and it's a lively place at night. I got a package that includes breakfast and the food was great. Please be warned though the locker is not very big... just enough to put your handbag and hang a thin jacket. If you have a suitcase like I did, you will have to lock it up in the common area (for hotel). I had to organize my belongings in the common area because of that... but it was quiet there most of the time so I didn't feel like I was in people's way. Theyprovide a bath towel, face towel, PJ, toothbrush/toothpaste with no extra charge.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

location is good

good and comfortable