Near Shōkaku-ji Temple in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Otsu Marriott Hotel stands out with its serene Japanese garden views and just a 5-minute walk to the temple grounds. The hotel features private tatami rooms with sliding shoji screens and offers morning meditation sessions led by local monks. Guests can also enjoy seasonal kaiseki dining inspired by temple cuisine. For best availability, book through the HopeGoo app for curated cultural stays.

The closest hotel, Otsu Marriott Hotel, lies just 300 meters from Shōkaku-ji Temple—reachable in under 5 minutes on foot. The path winds through shaded cedar alleys and ancient stone lanterns, creating a meditative approach to the temple grounds. The hotel provides complimentary walking maps with historical annotations and multilingual audio guides. Rooms feature soundproof windows to preserve the tranquil atmosphere of temple bells and nature sounds, enhancing your immersive experience.

Guests at Otsu Marriott Hotel can participate in guided morning Zen meditation and sutra copying sessions held within Shōkaku-ji’s quiet meditation hall, available by reservation. The hotel also hosts Bamboo Craft Workshops inspired by Kyoto traditions, where visitors create handcrafted Japanese lanterns. Weekly tea ceremony and wagashi tasting events are held amidst the temple’s changing seasonal gardens, offering a sensory journey into Japanese aesthetics. All activities are bookable via the HopeGoo platform for exclusive access.