Travelling to Japan? Read all updated requirements before you book.
Exterior view, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel in Otsu
Japanese Modern Style Room - View, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel in Otsu
Lobby, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel in Otsu
Swimming pool, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel in Otsu
Golf course [on-site], Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel in Otsu
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Removed from saved list

8.5

Excellent

6,370 reviews

6,370 reviews

View78
Housekeeping18
Breakfast5
See map
See map

8.5

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location
Popular landmarks
Otsu Service Area 2.0 km
Mii-dera Temple (Onjo-ji Temple) 3.4 km
Setano Karahashi 3.9 km
Omi Shrine 4.5 km
Ishiyamadera Temple 5.2 km
Hiyoshi Taisha 7.7 km
Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple 8.5 km
Ukimido 12.0 km
Lake Biwa Bridge 13.8 km
Biwako Valley 21.1 km
Nearby landmarks
Togen-ji Temple 480 m
Iwai Shrine 520 m
Fukusho-in Temple 700 m
Keigan-ji Temple 720 m
Korin-ji Temple 750 m
Wada Shrine 820 m
Gichu-ji Temple 850 m
Jogo-ji Temple 870 m
Fresco 880 m
Nishiki 900 m

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

4-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu-shi, Shiga, Otsu, Otsu, Japan, 520-8520 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Otsu part of Otsu, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and outdoor pool on-site.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

890 meters to public transportation

Check-in [24-hour]

Excellent room comfort & quality

Excellent view

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
See all amenities
Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities

Bicycle rental

Car park

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Front desk [24-hour]

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

This property is in high demand!

18 travelers have booked today.

Value for money8.4
Location rating8.5

Rooms available at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Exceptional
Room comfort & quality

9.2

Eizan Floor Twin Suite - Non-Smoking
...
  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Eizan Floor Double Room
...
  • Room size: 36 m²/388 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 1 king bed
Enter dates to see prices
Japanese Modern Style Room
...
  • Room size: 59 m²/635 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Executive Suite Room 33F 35F
...
  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Sky Floor Deluxe Twin Room
...
  • Room size: 36 m²/388 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Run of House - Check-in After 5:00 PM, Check-out Before 10:00 AM
...
  • Room size: 36 m²/388 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Sky Floor Twin Room - Check-in After 5:00 PM, Check-out Before 10:00 AM
...
  • Room size: 36 m²/388 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
...
  • Room size: 36 m²/388 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Lake Floor Twin Room - Check-In After 5:00 PM, Check-out Before 10:00 AM
...
  • Room size: 36 m²/388 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices
Deluxe Suite Room 21-30F
...
  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • Lake view
  • 2 single beds
Enter dates to see prices

Frequently asked questions

What type of non-water sports and outdoor activities are available at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel features non-water sport and outdoor activities such as bicycle rental for you to take joy in.

Does Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel provide dry cleaning services?

Yes! Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers dry cleaning service that is available all throughout your stay, making sure you're always looking confident in your favorite outfit. Please contact the property for more information.

How long do travelers normally stay at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel had an average nightly stay of 1 night at this property.

In which languages can Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel's personnel communicate?

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel can communicate up to 2 languages which includes English for travelers that have a preference for this language. Please refer to the "Amenities and facilities" section and in the "Languages spoken" category to find out what different languages this property supports.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel's pet services?

100.0% of our past guest assessments have given a positive review and remarks about this property's pet services. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Business travelers' have given to Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?

Past business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel an average rating of 8.3. You can look up more detailed customer assessments and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Families with young children have given to Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel an average rating of 8.3. You can look up more in depth customer testimonials and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Families with older children have given to Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?

Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel an average rating of 8.5. You can search for more detailed customer assessments and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel?

The closest train, metro, or bus station is Zeze, 1007.43 m away from Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel.

See map

Explore the neighborhood

What people love about Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Very big room, clean and good view of Biwako"

    GUOAN

    |

    July 14, 2023

  • 8

    Very good
    Cleanliness

    "It was clean and the room is spacious"

    Aye

    |

    May 29, 2023

  • 7.6

    Very good
    Location

    "Good location, good room and very good value and service."

    Chatchai

    |

    June 6, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 98 Otsu properties
See all rankings
Cheapest price score
Cleanliness score
8.8/10
Room comfort score
9.2/10
Value for money score
8.4/10
Better than
96
%
of Otsu properties
Better than
92
%
of Otsu properties
Better than
89
%
of Otsu properties
Better than
83
%
of Otsu properties
Overall rating:

8.5

Excellent
2,799 reviews
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Location
8.5
Read all reviews >
What travelers say they love:
The hotel was clean, the staff were helpful.
Caroline from United Kingdom
Group
More about Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

More about Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Enjoy all that Otsu has to offer with a stay at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations.
All offerings provided by Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel help to ensure a pleasant stay for all travelers. Free internet access provided within the hotel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Exploring Otsu is made even more convenient with the taxi and shuttle services available at the hotel. For those driving their own car, parking is available for guests.
Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like room service let you get the most out of your time at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel. All your minor, last-minute needs can be taken care of by the convenience stores without having to go anywhere.
For guests who would like to smoke, the designated smoking areas are available.
A range of amenities is offered in guestrooms at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel. Enjoy your stay even more at the hotel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some rooms at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel are available with design features like a separate living room. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find television available in some selected rooms.
Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar are provided in some guestrooms. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Each morning you can start the day with a delicious in-house breakfast offered at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel. Don't start your vacation days without your morning coffee, available every morning in the café. A number of great dining options at the hotel assures that you'll always have convenient and delicious choices. A great night out couldn't be easier! Enjoy a fun evening without traveling outside at the bar.
At any time of the day or night, you can serve yourself a snack at the hotel's vending machines.
A day in will be as fun as a day out with ranges of recreational activities offered at Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel. A relaxing end to every day is possible with a visit to the massage and salon. Don't forget to make a visit or two to the hotel's pool. Got someone special waiting for you back home? Then easily pick up a memorable gift at the shops.


Reasons to stay here

Find rooms here that are cheaper than 95% of all other options in the city.
Guests who stayed here found it to be neat and tidy, scoring it above 90% of other accommodations in the city.
According to guests who stayed here, this hotel's room comfort is rated higher than 88% of other accommodations in Otsu.

Show less

Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.2

Most talked about facilities

View

20 mentions

Housekeeping

9 mentions

Breakfast

8 mentions

Swimming Pool

6 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
Outdoor
  • Bicycles
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Garden
  • Massage
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Breakfast in room
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Chapel
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Convenience store
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Grooming service
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Salon
  • Shops
  • Shrine
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
  • Swimming pool [kids]
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Shuttle service
  • Taxi service
Sports equipment rental
  • Bicycle rental
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
Lake View Dining "Biona"
  • Cuisine: Chinese, European, Japanese
  • Menu: A-la-carte
Japanese Restaurant "Shimizu"
  • Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
  • Menu: Buffet
Beaux Sejours French Restaurant
  • Cuisine: French
  • Menu: Buffet
Riho Chinese Restaurant
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

4-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu-shi, Shiga, Otsu, Otsu, Japan, 520-8520
Excellent
Location

8.5

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Otsu Service Area
    2.0 km
  • Mii-dera Temple (Onjo-ji Temple)
    3.4 km
  • Setano Karahashi
    3.9 km
  • Omi Shrine
    4.5 km
  • Ishiyamadera Temple
    5.2 km
  • Hiyoshi Taisha
    7.7 km
  • Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple
    8.5 km
  • Ukimido
    12.0 km
  • Lake Biwa Bridge
    13.8 km
  • Biwako Valley
    21.1 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Togen-ji Temple
    480 m
  • Iwai Shrine
    520 m
  • Fukusho-in Temple
    700 m
  • Keigan-ji Temple
    720 m
  • Korin-ji Temple
    750 m
  • Wada Shrine
    820 m
  • Gichu-ji Temple
    850 m
  • Jogo-ji Temple
    870 m
  • Fresco
    880 m
  • Nishiki
    900 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others
  • *Regarding accommodation for children
    The number of beds is determined by the age entered at the time of booking.
    Children 6 years and older are considered adults and will be provided with a bed.
    Children under the age of 6 are considered to be using existing beds and will not be provided with a bed. Please contact the hotel if necessary. (additional beds are charged)
  • * If there is a check-in time setting for each accommodation plan, such as no room designation (Run of House), late check-in 05:00 PM, check-out 10:00 AM, etc., that will be given priority.
    In addition, no room designation (Run of House) will be a smoking room guide.
  • *The price at the time of reservation will be fixed in Japanese yen, which is the location of the hotel, not in your home country's currency. When converted, the price may differ from the time of reservation due to the influence of exchange rates.
  • *Smoking/non-smoking requests and bed type requests may not be able to be accommodated depending on the reservation status.
  • The swimming pool is open only during summer. Usage fee applies. (Only for guest usage)
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until11:00
Getting around
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)100
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)2900 JPY
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
  • Number of bars/lounges2
  • Number of floors38
  • Number of restaurants4
  • Number of rooms 529
  • Room voltage100
  • Year property opened1989
  • Most recent renovation2018
Parking
  • Daily parking fee500 JPY

Reviews of Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.5
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.2
Location8.5
Room comfort and quality9.2
Service8.7
Value for money8.4
High score for Otsu
Rating
9+ Exceptional (461)
8-9 Excellent (209)
7-8 Very Good (233)
6-7 Good (65)
<6 Below Expectation (103)
Time of the year
Mar - May (322)
Jun - Aug (249)
Sep - Nov (259)
Dec - Feb (241)

Show reviews that mention 

Showing 1,071 verified guest comments
12345
9.6
Exceptional
MENG from Singapore
Family with teens
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Good hotel with Amazing lake view”

We visited in late December. Our room has a wonderful view of the lake. Great views also available from the breakfast venues on the 36th and 37th floors. There upper floor breakfast is an international buffet spread. Room was clean, quiet and beds including the extra beds were comfortable. Check in procedure was smooth and staff were very polite and helpful. Main downside is the distance from public transport so advisable you have a car in winter. Price booked through Agoda was very reasonable considering the high quality hotel and lovely llake view location.

Reviewed December 25, 2022

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Lai from Japan
Couple
Run of House - Check-in After 5:00 PM, Check-out Before 10:00 AM
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Best view in Biwa”

The hotel really has spectacular view of Lake Biwa - all the rooms are facing the lake! We booked run-of-the-house rate and got a really spacious twin room on 21F - so it was a really good deal.

Reviewed January 18, 2023

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Alexa from Japan
Couple
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in July 2022

WOW!”

An incredibly beautiful resort with amazing views of Lake Otsu and the city skyline. We enjoy relaxing by the pool and a delicious dinner on the patio- signing up for the Prince Hotel App was easy and gave us discounts on things like meals and pool access. Easily the best part of our Kansai trip, and we would stay here, or at other Prince Hotels, again!

Reviewed August 04, 2022

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
HOI from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Sky Floor Double Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Great Lake views ”

Very nice view and room size big enough! Breakfast good and with free parking!

Reviewed November 13, 2022

See room deals

9.6
Exceptional
Kate from Japan
Group
Sky Floor Deluxe Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in February 2021

Lovely modern hotel with no faults except room too hot!”

We had a great stay - beds were comfy, room was spacious and the hotel is impressive. The hotel shuttle bus which runs twice an hour was brilliant as Otsu station is really too far to walk to, and the other station nearer (but less useful) is a 20-25 min walk away. Big supermarket near the hotel was good and there are a few places to eat nearby. View from the hotel of the lake is marvellous. The negative is that we were there on a hot weekend for February and the hotel is using its heating system at the moment, as opposed to air con. Of course, you normally want heat this time of year but even with the heating turned off the entire trip, we were too hot! We were sleeping in hardly any clothes with covers off and it was so unpleasant. The hotel couldn't supply us with a fan or anything. This was a big problem as windows cannot be opened. Sadly this did ruin our stay as it was difficult to sleep. Such a shame because everything else is really brilliant.

Reviewed February 16, 2021

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Analisa from Japan
Family with teens
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in September 2022

Exceptional”

Great place to relax and spectacular view of the lake from our room and also a great breakfast buffet .

Reviewed September 18, 2022

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Snooky from Japan
Couple
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in October 2020

One of the best. ”

Be sure to book the lake side view of the hotel so you’ll wake up with the stunning scenery of Lake Biwa. Food and services were also commendable too. One of the best hotels in Japan for me.

Reviewed October 29, 2020

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Nikki from Japan
Family with young children
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Exceptional”

The room is so spacious. We enjoyed our stay! Will definitely come back ☺️

Reviewed November 24, 2022

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Maki from Australia
Couple
Run of House - Check-in After 5:00 PM, Check-out Before 10:00 AM
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Nice location”

Rooms overlooking the lake let you see the sunrise and the sunset. The room is spacious with separate bathroom, the basin and toilet.

Reviewed April 09, 2022

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Meng from Taiwan
Couple
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in November 2022

Best view ”

NICE Hotel with best view.

Reviewed December 09, 2022

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Garedhil from Japan
Group
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Highly recommended”

The place is just the best so far. Nice staffs, it's clean, looking over the Lake Biwa was just amazing. A stress-free stay..

Reviewed February 07, 2020

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Ricardo from Japan
Couple
Sky Floor Deluxe Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Amazing ”

Very Very good!!!

Reviewed November 20, 2022

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Majd from Japan
Couple
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in September 2020

it is a 5 stars service and facility”

it is a 5 stars service and facility, everything was good about this hotel

Reviewed September 27, 2020

See room deals

10.0
Exceptional
Messias from Japan
Couple
Run of House - Check-in After 5:00 PM, Check-out Before 10:00 AM
Stayed 1 night in September 2022

Amei ”

Top demais

Reviewed November 30, 2022

See room deals

8.4
Excellent
Jonny from Indonesia
Family with teens
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in December 2022

Can't see anything at night from the window ”

My review: 1. Beautiful view to the lake but you can't see anything at night, too dark. All the rooms are facing to the lake 2. The location is very far to otsu station, but thanks to free shuttle from hotel to otsu station ( every 30 minutes ) 3. No convenience store outside the hotel, but there's one their own convenience store in the hotel ( a bit more expensive) 4. There's a big supermarket ( Valor ) cross the hotel, but it's useless because they don't have microwave to heat the packed food 5. There's not much to see around the hotel, only the lake 6. There's is FOOD MARKET in otsu station where you can buy packed food and you can use microwave to heat them. It's much cheaper than restaurants in the hotel

Reviewed January 04, 2023

See room deals

9.2
Exceptional
Angie from Singapore
Family with young children
Sky Floor Double Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Beautiful view ”

Hotel has fantastic view of Lake Biwa. We managed to catch sun rise from our room 11.

Reviewed November 14, 2022

See room deals

9.6
Exceptional
Andreea from Japan
Couple
Sky Floor Twin Room - Check-in After 5:00 PM, Check-out Before 10:00 AM
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

Good hotel ”

Nice clean rooms, the view and location very good

Reviewed May 07, 2021

See room deals

9.6
Exceptional
Azizah from Japan
Family with young children
Sky Floor Deluxe Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Recommend for sightseeing ”

Room with nice place to see the sights

Reviewed March 26, 2022

See room deals

9.6
Exceptional
Yat from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

Price - ratio very goof

Reviewed January 07, 2023

See room deals

9.2
Exceptional
Kai from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Lake Floor Twin Room - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Very good hotel to stay, just next to the lake and with walking distance to several restaurant”

The hotel is big and connected with a business building, so very busy. This is not suitable for someone that is looking for quiet and high level of privacy. There is no onsen.

Reviewed January 05, 2020

See room deals

12345
This is a popular property. Don't miss out!

Back to search results

Back to room choices

|

Dismiss