Pension Lakeside offers tranquility and practicality by the water. Enjoy laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and dedicated coworking spaces. Explore Biwako Valley nearby or use on-site meeting rooms and barbecue grills for work and relaxation.
Located in Otsu, Pension Lakeside is near a train station and on a private beach. Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Ogoto Onsen are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Biwako Valley. Shirahige Shrine and Lake Biwa Bridge are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing. Visit our Otsu travel guide
Located close to Biwako Valley, Pension Lakeside provides laundry facilities and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this pension include:
Free self-parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
Express check-out, 1 meeting room and smoke-free property
A nature reserve, coworking spaces and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Pension Lakeside have comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
WiFi in public areas is free for up to 120 minutes per day (10-device limit)
Parking and transport
Free offsite parking within 1 metre
Free uncovered self parking on site
Uncovered extended parking on site (JPY 1,000 per day)
Limited on-site self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Private picnics
Tea service
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Trampoline
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Business services
Business centre
Coworking space
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
In a nature reserve
On a lake
On a private beach
On the boardwalk/promenade
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Slippers
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
38-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Paper towels
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Air conditioning
Heating
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Uncovered extended parking fee: JPY 1000 per day
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
There is limited hot water on site
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Free in-room WiFi has a 10-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free for up to 120 minutes per day (10-device limit)
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities
Property is also known as
Pension Lakeside Otsu
Pension Lakeside Pension
Pension Lakeside Pension Otsu
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pension Lakeside pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Pension Lakeside?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pension Lakeside on 1 Apr 2026 start from NZ$139, including 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.
How much is parking at Pension Lakeside?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Pension Lakeside?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Pension Lakeside?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pension Lakeside located?
Situated on the boardwalk, this pension is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Biwako Valley Ski Resort and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Lake Biwa. Biwako Valley and Shirahige Shrine are also within 6 mi (10 km). Omimaiko Station is 29 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Pension Lakeside Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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It's a great location away from the busy life of the city. The lake is crystal clear and great to swim in though we did not see other swimmers. The rooms are small, yet suffice. I'll probably come back again.