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About the Hotel

4-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu, Japan, 520-8520
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Close to Lake Biwa
Great
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Featuring limousine and car rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the 38-storey Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is 2.8 km from the Super Kusatsu Yumoto Suishun Public Bath. A shared lounge and recreational facilities, plus Japanese dishes are available at the elegant hotel, nestled in a shopping district.

Location

The hotel has a prime location 10 minutes' drive from the Mii-dera. The Zezejoseki Park is 2.1 km from the 5-star Lake Biwa Otsu Prince in Otsu.

The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Lake Biwa about 5 minutes' walk away. The nearby sports attractions feature the Ojiyama Sports Park 3.3 km from this perfect hotel.

Rooms

There are 30 rooms with a seating area. Some of them offer a plasma TV, along with coffee/tea making facilities. Guests can also use an electric kettle and a refrigerator. Bathrooms include a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, and such comforts as toiletries and towels. Enjoy views of the lake, while staying at the Lake Biwa Otsu Prince.

Eat & Drink

This property has an à la carte restaurant with views of the ocean. Guests are welcome to the sky bar to relax with a drink. The restaurant Nagisaan lies a short way from Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel.

Leisure & Business

This Otsu hotel boasts a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. The presence of an 18-hole golf course ensures guests an active stay at the hotel. Finally, the accommodation houses a meeting room and a conference space featuring banquet facilities and a photocopy machine.

Must-do experiences

  • Take a scenic boat ride on Lake Biwa for stunning views.
  • Visit Kyu Chikurin-Tei Garden for serene Japanese landscapes.
  • Enjoy fresh yuba (tofu skin) at a local restaurant in Otsu.
  • Explore the historic Mii-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Don't miss the Otsu Market for local crafts and seasonal delicacies.
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Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Twin Room 5-20F Non-Smoking
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
Deluxe Twin Room Late Check 1700 Check Out 1000
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
Japanese-Style Superior Room 5-20F Non-Smoking
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
Superior Twin Room Late Check 1700 Check Out 1000
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.6/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Full body massage
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Trouser press

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel Location

4-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu, Japan, 520-8520
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4-7-7 Nionohama, Otsu, Japan, 520-8520
Nearby
15-16 Nishinosho
Iwai Shrine
1900 ft
7-13 Kinoshitacho
Wada Shrine
1900 ft
Yumihama
Sunshine Beach
1900 ft
Restaurants
Riho
100 ft
4-7-7 Nionohama Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel 1F
Getting around
City Centre
Otsu12 min  ·  4.8 mi
Airports
Itami (ITM)87 min  ·  36.0 mi
Kobe (UKB)133 min  ·  54.9 mi
Train
御陵駅(京都)13 min  ·  5.0 mi
蹴上駅(京都)14 min  ·  5.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at JPY 500 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs JPY2,900 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
38
Number of rooms:
30
Former name
Otsu Prince Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 1453 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
89%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.9/10
Staff
8.9/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 3330 reviews
8.6/10
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