20 Lodgings in Hokkaido

An inn that prides itself in having a free-flowing hot spring and in its cuisine

A Japanese inn with a Japanese garden more than half a hectare in size

This hot spring inn recreates a late 19th century merchant estate on Otaru Canal

A nature activity resort with a hot spring to top it off

Taste and enjoy natural treasures

Fun nature activities throughout the year

Observe Mt. Yotei from this hotel's panoramic deck. It also makes for some romantic stargazing

An innovative inn heralding a new style

The largest flower fields in the Furano area

Twenty minutes away from central Sapporo. Enjoy skiing all the way into the night

If you're looking for a year-round resort in Hokkaido's Niseko, Q FOX BLACK DIAMOND HOTEL is a top pick! This popular hotel among LIVE JAPAN readers is the perfect base for skiing in winter, but you can enjoy outdoor activities in the cool highlands during summer, and explore the region's natural beauty throughout the year.

La Vista Daisetsuzan is located in Hokkaido, a 1-hour 20-minute drive from Biei Hills and Asahiyama Zoo. The hotel offers a public hot spring bath and free Wi-Fi at the access. Rooms at La Vista come with a TV and fridge. The en suite bathroom comes with amenities, and a personal safe, slippers and nightwear are provided. Massage treatments are available. A daily breakfast buffet and a Japanese-style dinner are served at the dining room. Drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. La Vista Daisetsuzan is a 40-minute drive from Asahikawa Airport. It is 1-hour by car from JR Asahikawa Station.

Tokachigawa Onsen Daiichi Hotel offers hot spring baths and Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Air conditioned rooms feature an en suite bathroom, a seating area and a flat screen TV. Each comes with a refrigerator, an electric kettle and a telephone. A safety deposit box and free toiletries can also be found. At Daiichi Hotel Tokachigawa Onsen, guests can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot spring baths, grab a drink at the bar or get a massage at a surcharge. Bicycle rental service and room service are also available. At Restaurant Komorebi a buffet featuring Tokachi’s delicacies are served, while at Restaurant Tokachi guests can enjoy a fusion of Japanese and Western dishes in private rooms. Restaurant Juhyo serves Teppanyaki dishes featuring local produces. A breakfast buffet is available in the mornings. Tokachi Ecology Park is located within a 5-minute drive, while Obihiro Zoo is a 35-minute drive from the property. Obihiro Airport is located a 40-minute taxi ride away.

A hot spring hotel with great seasonal views

Located in Hokkaido’s famous Noboribetsu hot spring areas, adex Inn is a 14-minute drive from JR Noboribetsu Station. Guests staying can soak in the hot spring bath. Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) is just a 2-minute walk from the hotel while the popular Noboribetsu Bear Park is a 15-minute drive away. Guests can also make a 10-minute drive to the Date Jidaimura Village and enjoy a step back in time. adex Inn offers 24-hour access to the public hot spring bath at the Daiichi Takimotokan located across the road. Guest rooms are simply furnished and come with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a working desk. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Situated 3.9 km from Hakodate Goryokaku, Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki offers 5-star accommodation in Hakodate and features an open-air bath. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests can use the hot spring bath and the public bath, or enjoy sea views. Every unit has a private bathroom and bidet, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. At the ryokan, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden, Yunokawa Onsen and Hakodate Arena. The nearest airport is Hakodate Airport, 1 km from Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki.

Offering 7th-floor hot-spring baths with mountain views, a karaoke bar and a buffet restaurant, The spacious rooms have Western beds and a Japanese-style seating area. Rooms at Choyo Tei Hotel are air-conditioned and include a Yukata robe, an electric kettle with green tea and a section with tatami (woven-straw) flooring. Each room comes with an en suite bath with bathtub. A 25-minute taxi ride from JR Kamikawa Train Station, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Ropeway cable car and a 10-minute drive from Ryusei no Taki Waterfalls. It is a 2-hour drive from JR Asahikawa Train Station and provides free parking. You can relax with a massage or unwind at the sauna when not soaking in the rooftop hot-spring bath. Duty-free shopping is available at on-site shops. Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes are available at the breakfast and dinner buffets. A coffee lounge and Japanese-style pub are on site.

Situated in Noboribetsu and only 45 km from Lake Toya, Ryotei Hanayura features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and a housekeeping service. The ryokan has family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free. The ryokan offers a buffet or Asian breakfast. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Higashi-muroran Station is 27 km from Ryotei Hanayura, while Muroran is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, 69 km from the accommodation.

Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza offers a luxurious Japanese hot-spring experience on the shores of Lake Akan. The spacious rooms include a private open-air bath, a living area with sofa, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Rooms at Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza mix traditional design with modern facilities, featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and shoji paper screens but also a DVD player and full Western bathroom. Akandake-jinja Shrine is just 150 metres from the hotel, and Ainu Kotan Folk Village is 750 metres away. Kushiro Airport is an 80-minute bus ride from the property. Guests remove their shoes at the entrance, and use a kimono and Japanese socks within the hotel. The hotel has a quiet “listening room” for musical enjoyment and a relaxed library. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. A Japanese breakfast and multi-course kaiseki dinner are served at the restaurant. The Bar pours drinks at a long counter made from a single tree.

Centrally located in the lively Susukino area in Sapporo, Mercure Hotel provides non-smoking accommodation just a 5-minute walk from Susukino Subway Station. It offers a French restaurant and rooms include free Wi-Fi, a humidifying air purifier, extra-long beds and flat-screen TV. The stylish rooms at Mercure Hotel Sapporo include a private bathroom with a bathtub and amenities. Pay-per-movie movies and cable channels offer entertainment, and a tea maker and fridge are provided. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Sapporo Clock Tower and Sapporo TV Tower. Odori Park is also a 10-minute walk from the hotel, and JR Sapporo Train Station is a 5-minute subway ride away. Bordeaux Restaurant serves unique fusion dishes featuring French cuisine and local Hokkaido specialities. Le Cepage Bar offers a range of wines and cocktails.