Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers a peaceful escape with an 18-hole golf course, four restaurants serving Japanese cuisine, and family-friendly amenities
Travelers find tranquility at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel, near Kiyomizu Temple and Heian Shrine. It features an 18-hole golf course, four Japanese restaurants, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pool
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Parking available
The current price is ¥11,411
¥11,411
¥14,269 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
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Located in Otsu, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is connected to the convention center. Notable landmarks in the area include Heian Shrine and Kyoto Tower, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Miho Museum. Kiyomizu Temple and Sanjusangen-do Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Otsu travel guide
520-8520, Shiga-ken, Otsu, 4-7-7 Nionohama
What's nearby
Biwako Hall
17 min walk - 1.4 km
Aeon Mall Kusatsu
7 min drive - 2.9 km
Otsu City Science Museum
17 min walk - 1.4 km
Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Otsu Port
6 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Biwako-Hamaotsu Station
4 min drive
Higashino Station
11 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
115 min drive
Restaurants
くら寿司 大津におの浜店
8 min walk
トップ・オブ・オオツ
3 min walk
丸源ラーメン 大津店
8 min walk
焼肉倶楽部いちばん 大津店
14 min walk
レイクビューダイニング ビオナ
3 min walk
About this property
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Upscale hotel near Sanjusangen-do Temple
Located close to Kiyomizu Temple and Heian Shrine, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel provides a golf course, a grocery/convenience store, and a shopping mall on site. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Japanese cuisine. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and bike rentals
Self parking (surcharge), meeting rooms, and a vending machine
A banquet hall, a ballroom, and a gift shop
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 529 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
Hydromassage showers, deep soaking tubs, and bidets
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,900 to 2,900 for adults and JPY 1,000 to 2,900 for children
2 bars/lounges
4 restaurants
Restaurants on site
Beaux Sejours French Rest
Lake View Dining Biona
Port NIO Lobby Lounge
Riho Chinese Restaurant
Shimizu Japnanese
Things to do
18-hole golf course
Bicycle rentals
Children's pool
Golf carts
Golf driving range
Seasonal outdoor pool
Shopping mall
Family friendly
Children's pool
Free area shuttle
Grocery/convenience store
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Wedding services
Business services
31,646 square feet of conference space
Business center
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
On a lake
Spa
In-room massages
Accessibility
Elevator (61 inch wide door)
More
38 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1989
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Due to a marathon event, traffic restrictions will be in place in the area surrounding the property on March 8, 2026. During this time, guests can expect heavy traffic delays when accessing or leaving the property by car.
Some room names indicate varying check-in and check-out times, which override standard check-in and check-out hours.
The listed optional pool fee applies to guests age 13 and older. The pool fee for children age 4-12 is JPY 1500, and there is no fee for children age 3 and under.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2900 to 2900 for adults, and JPY 1000 to 2900 for children
Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 500 per day
Pool fee: JPY 3000
A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The optional facilities fee to access the outdoor seasonal pool applies to adults over 12 years old. The fee for children ages 4-12 is JPY 1,500 per day.
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from August 01 to August 31
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities
Property is also known as
Hotel Otsu
Otsu Hotel
Otsu Prince
Lake Biwa Prince Hotel
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince
Prince Otsu
Prince Otsu Hotel
Lake Biwa Prince
Otsu Prince Hotel
Prince Hotel Otsu
Biwako Otsu Prince Hotel
Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel Otsu
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel Otsu
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel Hotel
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel Hotel Otsu
Frequently asked questions
Does Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel on Mar 17, 2026 start from ¥11,411, excluding 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.
Is Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for JPY 500 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel located?
Situated in Otsu, this golf hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Heian Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and Sanjusangen-do Temple. Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Imperial Palace are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Reviews
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The hotel was very nice and the staff was great. 20 seconds from the hotel you can walk the paths along the lake and it is beautiful. Two stops away from Kyoto station.
A great hotel, nice big rooms. Took us a day to discover there was a shuttle bus to and from Otsu Station, but when utilised it was easier, as it's a 20 minute walk to Zeze Station (closest JR station). Was disappointed to hear there was no laundry facility for guests.
It’s a beautiful hotel, lakeside with an amazing view. The room was spacious with all the amenities we needed. All the staff was helpful, friendly and professional. The breakfast was yummy with a wide selection. They seemed to be understaffed at breakfast for the volume of guests which created waiting to get in for breakfast.
Great value. We probably visited during the off peak season as the entire area was quiet. The hotel is conveniently located by the lake with a supermarket just down the street and a shuttle bus which brings guests to and from Otsu station. Rioms were clean and we got upgraded to a bigger room which was good for our family. View from the room was great too!
I had one night stay with great satisfaction
totally no complaint to say about hotel systems
parking lot system is pretty good, I like it
the twin room was kinda big and enjoyed splendid Biwako view
also had a super good time of brekfast with various kind of foods and all kinds we had were very very tastey. it's for sure we'll be back.
thank all of you.
It has the most spectacular views over the lake! Was peaceful and beautiful. We loved the buffet breakfast each morning as there weren't cafes for brekky close by, but do not recommend the buffet dinner - was very overpriced for what you got. There are great, cheaper and more delicious restaurant choices nearby. The regular bus transfer to the station was very helpful! Used it most days.
I stayed 4 nights. It was the beginning of September, a terribly hot month in Japan. I had planned to spend the day swimming in the pool, but it was closed on weekdays. I could not swim at all. The size of the room and the view were wonderful.
Anzu
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Ho Wan
Nov 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Carpark provided. Staffs manners are polite and good.