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Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

3.0 star property

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Cleanliness standards

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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1-3-11, Ogaya, Otsu, Shiga, 520-2144
  • Place, Biwako Quasi-National Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Takebe Taisha Shrine
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Aeon Mall Kusatsu
    ‪8 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
(22 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Otsu

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Biwa and Aeon Mall Kusatsu. This 94-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free newspapers in the lobby.

What's nearby

  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Takebe Taisha Shrine - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Aeon Mall Kusatsu - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Ogoto Onsen - 26 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 30 min drive - 14.1 miles

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
  • ‪麺匠 たに鶏 - ‬4 min walk
  • 鳥貴族 瀬田店
  • ‪近江牛ホルモン畜産すだく 瀬田店 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and free newspapers. Self parking is offered for JPY 800 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, toilets with an electronic bidet, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Refrigerators and desks are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

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 1,200 per person
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1200 per person
  • Self parking fee: JPY 800 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • 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

What's there to do close to Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

This hotel is located in Otsu, close to Lake Biwa Museum, Aeon Mall Kusatsu, and Biwako Hall. You'll also find Lake Biwa and Otsu Port within a short drive.

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

As of Jun 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta on Jun 29, 2026 start from $30, including 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.

Will I be able to park at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

Yes, parking is offered for JPY 800 per night.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta have a casino?

No, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet and slippers as well as a restaurant.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta have a hot tub?

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

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Smile Hotel Otsu Seta serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Smile Hotel Otsu Seta allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta.

Does Smile Hotel Otsu Seta have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Smile Hotel Otsu Seta that offer a balcony.

Smile Hotel Otsu Seta Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 288 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

GHAN SHYAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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4/10 Poor

Pengkuei

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
An aging hotel that needs a bit of renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

tong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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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
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6/10 Okay

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness
Older hotel pre key card era.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

けんた

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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4/10 Poor

Nishimura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was old and smell in the toilet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Gerry

Property is a bit old. All light is off if you removed key, not very convenient at times.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I made a
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

MISUZU

その日、雨降り始めてしまい傘がないが、駅からホテルまでのルートが駅から歩道の上には屋根があり、助かりました。ホテルまであと30Mくらいまで屋根なしでもパッと行けます。 部屋にはツイン部屋にもかかわらず、スーツケース開くものが１つしかなく、残念。（ほとんどホテルがそうだよね💧）
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ayako

静かできれいでした！
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SHINOBU

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方の対応がとても親切で良かった
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

AKIRA

いつもお世話になり大変便利で良いホテルです。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MAIKO

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
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8/10 Good

NANAMI

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
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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
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8/10 Good

Ryuhei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
駅前で交通の便良し。古い建物だが特に不満はなかった。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

akitoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
立地も良く快適に過ごせました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Shigeru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
可もなく不可もなく普通のビジネスホテルです。ご時世からか宿泊料が2倍ほどに上がってます。京都市内よりはずっとましかなと思いますが。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Masayoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
良かった
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
設備は古くて、入室した時にお掃除の仕方に気になる点も見られましたが、スタッフの方の対応はとても良く、駅近で便利良く、滞在期間中は快適に過ごせました。こちらに目当てのイベントがよくあるので、次回も利用できたらいいなと思います。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Toshiyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
シャワーの出力があり、とても気持ち良くお湯を浴びることができました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

たかよし

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
たいへん過ごしやすかったです！
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

ヨシユキ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
リラックス出来る部屋だった
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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