Featured Hotels Near Sakamoto Castle Ruins Park

Stay at Otsu Castle Inn Hotel, a boutique property housed in a restored Edo-period structure just a 3-minute walk from Osaka Castle. The hotel features floor-to-ceiling windows facing the ancient ramparts and moat, offering uninterrupted views of the castle’s silhouette at dawn. Guests receive a complimentary historical walking map and access to a private castle trail leading directly to Honmaru. A nightly lighting event pass is also included, allowing early entry to the illuminated grounds for an unforgettable evening experience

Guests at Otsu Castle Inn Hotel enjoy exclusive access to daily archaeological tours led by local historians, exploring hidden stone walls and ancient wells within the castle grounds. Monthly traditional lacquerware workshops are hosted by master artisans, where guests craft their own castle-themed keepsakes. Dinner features the "Castle Town Banquet", showcasing regional specialties like freshwater carp dishes paired with wagashi sweets, accompanied by live koto and shamisen performances. All experiences are included in the room rate—no extra bookings required

From Otsu Castle Inn Hotel, a 5-minute walk leads to Benkei Temple, a thousand-year-old shrine dedicated to the legendary warrior Benkei, whose garden blends feudal fortification motifs with Zen aesthetics. Just 7 more minutes brings you to the Lake Biwa Ferry Pier, where small boats glide across the lake, offering panoramic views of the keep ruins and autumn foliage. For history buffs, the nearby Otsu City Museum houses rare Sengoku-era weapons and interactive sand tables that illustrate ancient military strategies. All three sites are reachable within 15 minutes on foot—perfect for a relaxed cultural day trip