Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Nionohama 4-7-7
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10 nights, 2 adults
USD$1,586.58
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
USD$1,586.58
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“View from room was amazing”
“The view from the room in 32 level was amazing”
“Saturday Parkrun 2 mins walk”
“There is a shuttle bus service from the bust stop nearby JR Otsu station to the …”
“The breakfast is also very good”
“Location and good breakfast”
“The staff were amazing”
“Friendly helpful staff”
“The room was clean and specious”
“Room was large,clean and very comfortable beds”
“We had hired a car so happy it has a large car park and easy drive into Kyoto”
Overview
Situated on the shores of Lake Biwa, Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers rooms with lake views, 7 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Lake cruises are available in front of the hotel. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Otsu Train Station, which is a 9-minute train ride from JR Kyoto Train Station. Rooms at Prince Hotel Lake Biwa feature high ceilings and large picture windows. Each room includes satellite TV channels and a seating area with sofa. The hotel provides a Welcome Counter at JR Kyoto Train Station where guests can leave their luggage while they explore Kyoto. A convenience store and a business centre are available. Shimizu Japanese Restaurant serves sushi with breathtaking lake views. Other dining options include French cuisine, while another restaurant features Japanese, Western and Chinese buffet-style cuisines using local organic ingredients. A poolside barbecue is available during summer. A sky lounge and coffee shop are also offered. A free shuttle bus to and from Otsu Train Station is provided. Lake Biwa Flower Fountain is a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
Traveller reviews
Francis
couple
June 14, 2026
“Great modern hotel with exceptional views.”
View from room was amazing. Saturday Parkrun 2 mins walk.
Sonochan
couple
June 14, 2026
“Very nice hotel in front of Lake Biwa”
There is a shuttle bus service from the bust stop nearby JR Otsu station to the hotel, it was very convienient. The hotel staffs are friendly and helpful. The room was clean and specious. The breakfast is also very good. The location is just in front of Lake Biwa, from the hotel room we could enjoy to see the nice scenary.
Hsiu Ju
couple
May 27, 2026
“We would stay longer next time visit.”
The view from the room in 32 level was amazing. Also the location is perfect for a morning run along the lake.
CHILING
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
Wonderful view.
Edwin
couple
May 19, 2026
We stayed at lake view room, so beautiful and we really enjoyed the trip there.
Rachel
family_with_children
May 16, 2026
“Relaxing and special”
The room, facilities, views and complimentary bus were perfect. Thank you for a wonderful stay
Chiara
family_with_children
May 15, 2026
“Pleasant stay”
Beautiful location and view, large room size, comfortable beds
Debra
couple
May 13, 2026
“Views and location is perfect”
Location and views over the lake are beautiful. Rooms are spacious and very comfortable. Restaurants on high floors and beautiful views and the bar overlooking the night lights was very relaxing. It was handy have a small gift and convenience shop on site. Able to park our car onsite.. would definitely stay again
Manfred
solo_traveller
May 9, 2026
The staff were amazing
Fi
solo_traveller
May 6, 2026
What a beautiful hotel. Loved our stay here. Room was large,clean and very comfortable beds. Amazing views overlooking the lake. Restaurants were very good with delicious food. Friendly helpful staff. We had hired a car so happy it has a large car park and easy drive into Kyoto. There was a railway station not to far away if you didn't drive. I really enjoyed my stay here.
OKTAY
family_with_children
May 6, 2026
Location and good breakfast
Jean
extended_group
May 5, 2026
The buffect breakfast is yummy and had many choices. The view from the room is good.
Nancy
extended_group
May 3, 2026
“Great hotel close the Kyoto overlooking Lake Biwa”
Fabulous rooms on 34th floor with incredible views over Lake Biwa. Spacious and comfortable suites - room 01 has the better lake views- stunning.
Lauren
family_with_children
May 1, 2026
Great location and amenities, Refa shower and hairdryer
Nishant
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
“Awesome”
Location Breakfast Staff Rooms
Kristy
solo_traveller
April 29, 2026
I was hospitalised well in advance of my trip and they did not cancel the booking or offer any refund
Krishna
couple
April 28, 2026
“Lake view from hotel is fantastic and staying in hotel is peaceful. Facilities see morden”
The late view was fantastic and hotel facilities are excellent, clean and peaceful location
travelwheneveryoucan
couple
April 27, 2026
“Great hotel with amazing views over the lake”
Lovely big room with an amazing view of the lake. The beds were very comfortable. Huge breakfast selection in a lovely setting with views over Lake Biwa Would stay again!
Boon Tze
couple
April 20, 2026
“Will stay again when come to Lake Biwa Otsu.”
The beautiful view on the Lake Biwa from the room.
don
family_with_children
April 19, 2026
“Could be special but just another group hotel. Poor value.”
Iconic location and building but delivery is nothing special. Hotel shuttle to/from Otsu JR works well
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Visual aids: Braille
Activities
Full body massage, Massage, Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Kid-friendly buffet, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Wine/champagne
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Chapel/shrine, Lift, Safety deposit box, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Parking
Parking on site, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Kids' pool, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Currency exchange, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Meeting/banquet facilities, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Shuttle service (free), Trouser press, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Daily housekeeping
- Limited on 8th Aug - Deluxe Double Room with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
- Limited on 8th Aug - Executive Double with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room - Late Check In (17:00~) - Check Out (~10:00)
The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room 32F - Non-Smoking
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room 32F with Pool Access
This double room offers a pool with a view. Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Executive Double Room - 34th Floor - Late Check In (17:00~) - Check Out (~10:00)
The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as lake views. The unit has 1 bed.
Executive Double Room 34F - Non-Smoking
The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 1 bed.
Executive Double Room 34F with Pool Access
This double room features a pool with a view. The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 1 bed.
- Limited on 8th Aug - Deluxe Twin Room with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
The twin room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 4 beds.
- Limited on 8th Aug - Executive Twin Room with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.
- Limited on 8th Aug - Japanese-Style Superior Room with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 4 beds.
- Limited on 8th Aug - Superior Twin Room with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 4 beds.
Deluxe Suite Room 21-30F with Pool Access
This twin room's special feature is the pool with a view. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Twin Room - Late Check In 17:00 - Check Out 10:00
This twin room features a view, air conditioning and sofa. Please note, guests can check-in only after 17:00.
Deluxe Twin Room 21-30F Non-Smoking
The twin room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 4 beds.
Deluxe Twin Room 21-30F with Pool Access
This twin room features a pool with a view. Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 4 beds.
Executive Suite Room 33F 35F with Pool Access
The pool with a view is the standout feature of this twin room. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.
Executive Twin Room ( 33th - 35th Floor) - Late Check In (17:00~) - Check Out (~10:00)
The twin room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.
Executive Twin Room 33F 35F - Non-Smoking
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Executive Twin Room 33F 35F with Pool Access
This twin room's standout feature is the pool with a view. Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.
Japanese-Style Superior Room 5-20F Non-Smoking
This twin room has a electric kettle, sofa and seating area. This room features a lake view.
Japanese-Style Superior Room 5-20F with Pool Access
This twin room's special feature is the pool with a view. Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 4 beds.
Room Selected at Check-In - Late Check In 17:00 - Check Out 10:00
Rooms types are selected at check-in. Please note that rooms are selected by the staff depending on availability, and not by the guest. Guests cannot choose between smoking and non-smoking rooms. Please note, guests can check-in only after 17:00.
Superior Twin Room - Late Check In 17:00 - Check Out 10:00
This twin room has a seating area, electric kettle and flat-screen TV. Please note, guests can check-in only after 17:00.
Superior Twin Room 5-20F Non-Smoking
This twin room features a sofa, electric kettle and seating area. This room features a lake view.
Superior Twin Room with Pool Access
The twin room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.
- Limited on 8th Aug - Deluxe Suite with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.
- Limited on 8th Aug - Executive Suite with Fireworks Exhibition Ticket
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Suite Room 21-30F - Non-Smoking
This spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Executive Suite Room 33F 35F - Non-Smoking
This spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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