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Lake Biwa summer panorama—embrace the open air Swimming pool (outside the first floor of the Hotel building)

Our pool, featuring a design inspired by the shape of Lake Biwa, stretches 90 meters in length and 23 meters at its widest.
There’s also a shallow 30 cm children’s pool.
Create unforgettable summer memories at our resort pool, right by the shores of Lake Biwa.

  • Operating period: July 13 (Sat)–September 1 (Sun), September 6 (Fri)–8 (Sun), September 13 (Fri)–16 (Mon), 2024
  • Operating hours: 9:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. (* Extended hours from 8:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. from August 1–7 and August 9–18. On August 8, hours are 8:00 A.M.–3:00 P.M.)
  • Fees (exclusive to overnight guests):
    Adults: ¥3,000, Children (ages 4–12): ¥1,500
    Seibu Prince Global Rewards (SEIBU PRINCE CLUB) members:
    Adults: ¥2,000, Children (ages 4–12): ¥1,000

*Rates apply daily.
* Poolside deck chairs available for ¥500 per chair on weekdays and ¥1,000 per chair on weekends and holidays.
*Other information: The pool is operational only during the summer. Use of the pool is reserved exclusively for overnight guests.

[ Pool use guidelines ]

  • Entry may be limited during peak times to prevent overcrowding.
  • Guests may swim from 11:00 A.M. on the check-in day until 5:00 P.M. on the check-out day.
  • Use the poolside changing rooms for changing before check-in and after check-out. (There are no showers in changing rooms.)
  • Store valuables in the in-room safe.
  • Please cover swimsuits with a T-shirt or similar clothing and wear beach sandals when moving between the room and the pool.
  • Make sure to dry off completely before leaving the pool area.
  • Place used towels in the collection racks at the pool entrance.

[ Prohibited items ]

Glass containers, food (except beverages), beach umbrellas, beach balls, glass swimming goggles, flippers, snorkels,
camping/outdoor gear, music players with speakers, pets, and any items that may pose a risk or disturb other guests.

[ Please note ]

*At the Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel swimming pool, access is denied to individuals affiliated with criminal organizations or those with visible tattoos or body art.
*Eating at the poolside is strictly prohibited.
*Operating hours are subject to change based on weather and operational conditions.
*Large swim accessories may be restricted during busy periods.
*Re-entry on the same day is permitted. Please notify pool reception.
*Dining in restaurants while in swimwear is not allowed.

Lake Biwa summer panorama—embrace the open air Swimming pool  (outside the first floor of the Hotel building)
Lake Biwa summer panorama—embrace the open air Swimming pool  (outside the first floor of the Hotel building)