20 Ryokan in Hokkaido

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

An innovative inn heralding a new style

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

Takinoya Bekkan Tamanoyu provides rooms with free WiFi in Noboribetsu, situated conveniently an 8-minute walk from Noboribetsu Jigokudani. The property is around 1.3 km from Noboribetsu Bear Park, 3.5 km from Noboribetsu Date Historic Village and 100 metres from Noboribetsu Onsen. The ryokan offers a hot spring bath and a 24-hour front desk. At the ryokan, each room includes a wardrobe. All rooms come with a shared bathroom with a hair dryer. At Takinoya Bekkan Tamanoyu, all rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. An Asian breakfast is served every morning at the property. Dinner features traditional Japanese kaiseki (multi-course) meal. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, 55 km from the accommodation.

Featuring traditional Japanese-style rooms in serene surroundings, Jozankei Daiichi Suizantei is situated just 4.2 km from Sasaki Fruit Farm. It offers hot-spring baths and massage services. Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei is 5.5 km from beautiful Lake Sapporo and 6.3 km from Hoheikyo Dam. It provides free parking and a free shuttle from Showa Building (located at Odori-Nishi 5-Chome), which is a 15-minute walk from JR Sapporo Train Station. Leisurely afternoons can be spent in the ample indoor and outdoor baths or in kashi-kiri baths (private baths). Staff can provide concierge services and 24-hour reception. The lobby has free WiFi. Guests can enjoy fine Japanese fare with Hokkaido specialties and kaiseki (traditional multi-course) meals at Shoan. Koso bar is ideal for an after-meal drink.

碧の美ゆゆaonobi yuyu旧湯元白金温泉ホテル offers tranquil Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and Japanese cuisine, while free Wi-Fi is provided at the lobby. Rooms come with a personal attendant service, and feature a tatami-mat floor, a seating area with chairs and a coffee table, and traditional futon bedding. Amenities include an LCD TV, a fridge and yukata robes. The attached bathroom offers toiletries. Guests at the Shirogane-Onsen Yumoto can relax in an indoor or outdoor hot spring bath, or look for local products at the hotel’s shop. Facilities include drinks vending machines and free parking. An anniversary gift can be arranged upon advance request, at extra charge. A buffet breakfast is catered at the dining room, while a traditional kaiseki multi-course dinner is served either at the dining room or in the guest room. 碧の美ゆゆaonobi yuyu旧湯元白金温泉ホテル is a 3-minute walk from Shirohige-no-Taki Waterfall, and a 3-minute drive from Shirogane Aoi Ike Pond. Shikisai-no-Oka Park and Nishibi-no-Mori Museum are both a 30-minute drive. Biei Station is a 20-minute drive, and Asahikawa Airport is a 40-minute drive.

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 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.

Offering indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and a sauna, Shogetsu Grand Hotel features Western and Japanese-style rooms with a view of the gorge. The hotel is located in the Jozankei hot-spring district and JR Sapporo Train Station is a 50-minute drive away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge, Japanese yukata robes and a safety deposit box. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with Western beds or Japanese futon bedding. A humidifier and an en suite bathroom are also included. Guests can get a soothing massage or relax in the shared lounge. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop and drink vending machines and a designated smoking area are on-site. The front desk is available 24/7. Traditional multi-course dinners and Japanese set breakfasts feature local vegetables and are served at the dining room. Grand Shogetsu Hotel is a 30-minute drive from Sapporo International Ski Resort and a 40-minute drive from Makomanai Country Club. Sapporo is a 60-minute drive away, while New Chitose Airport is a 100-minute drive away. Jozangensui Park is a 5-minute walk from the property.

Ryotei Hanayura has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Noboribetsu, 45 km from Lake Toya. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and a housekeeping service. The ryokan features 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. Buffet and Asian breakfast options with local specialities and fruits are available each morning at the ryokan. 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 Ryotei Hanayura include Sengen Park, Yuzawa Shrine and Noboribetsu Jigokudani. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, 69 km from the accommodation.

Featuring 4-star accommodation, Suizantei Club Jozankei-Adults Only is situated in Jozankei, 28 km from Sapporo Station and 33 km from Shin-Sapporo Station. There is an in-house restaurant and free private parking. The accommodation features a lift and free shuttle service for guests. At the ryokan, units have a private bathroom. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Otaru Station is 43 km from the ryokan, while Otarushi Zenibako City Center is 43 km from the property. Okadama Airport is 36 km away.

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 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. Hakodate Airport is 1 km from the property.

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.

Located next to Hokkaido’s Lake Akan and featuring a pool and rooftop hot-spring baths, New Akan Hotel is just 200 metres from Akandake-jinja Temple. The spacious rooms have free Wi-Fi. Guests can stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western-style beds. All have a full en-suite bathroom with Western toilet, and some overlook Lake Akan. Relaxation options include a massage service and sauna, and the outdoor hot-spring baths and hot tub have lake views. A video-game arcade and gift shop are also available. Ainu Traditional Dance Theatre and Ainu Kotan Village are both located within a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Felice Dining Room serves breakfasts and dinners of local specialities made with fresh ingredients.

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.

Set in Rebun in the Hokkaido region, Shimanoyado Rebunshiri offers accommodation with access to a spa centre. This 2-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk. The ryokan features family rooms. Featuring free WiFi, the units have a safety deposit box, a washing machine and a flat-screen TV. Each unit comes with a shared bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. The units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. The nearest airport is Rishiri Airport, 24 km from the ryokan.

Right on the shores of Lake Toya, Kohan Tei features outdoor hot-spring baths with lake views, buffet meals and karaoke. The Japanese-style rooms are air-conditioned and include a satellite LCD TV. All rooms at Kohan Tei Hotel come with a low table with floor cushions, a fridge and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom has a bathtub and shower. Guests sleep in traditional futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. A shuttle with additional charge runs once a day to and from JR Sapporo Train Station. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Usuzan Ropeway cable car and a 15-minute drive from Mount Showa Shinzan, while JR Toya Train Station is a 25-minute bus ride away. On-site parking is free. You can arrange a massage at the 24-hour front desk, check out the souvenir shop or pamper your feet in the hot-spring footbath. Duty-free shopping is available at on-site shops and internet PCs are available at the lobby for a fee. Japanese/Western dishes are served at Asuka Restaurant for the breakfast and dinner buffets, which feature fresh seafood. A bar and coffee lounge are also on site.

Offering an outdoor pool and hot spring baths, jyozankei Shikanoyu is nestled among the rich nature in Jozankei. Featuring a historic charm, the hotel comes with free WiFi access at the lobby and an on-site restaurant serving various meals. All rooms come with a seating area, a TV and air conditioning. The private bathroom has a bathtub and free toiletries. The Shikanoyu Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage/ski storage and a gift shop. The public bathing area features an open-air hot spring bath, a steam sauna and hot tubs. Guests can also enjoy massages or table tennis on site. The hotel is a 50-minute drive from downtown Sapporo, and free pick-up shuttles are available from NHK Sapporo Branch building. Shin Chitose Airport is a 90-minute drive away. Guests can enjoy seasonal Japanese dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from Hokkaido, which is served either at the restaurant, in a private dining room or in the guest room depending on the rate type and availability. The breakfast buffet includes Japanese and Western dishes.

Set in Nayoro, Hokkaido region, Nayoro Onsen Sunpillar is situated 43 km from Bifuka Sturgeon Museum. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The wellness area includes a sauna, a hot spring bath, a fitness centre and a public bath. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with a bidet. The units are equipped with heating facilities. A minimarket is available at the ryokan. The area is popular for skiing and hiking, and ski equipment hire is available at this 2-star ryokan. The ryokan has a garden to relax in after a busy day, along with ski storage space. Asahikawa Airport is 100 km from the property.

22 km from Azumamachi Hall in Kamikawa, Yumoto Ginsenkaku provides accommodation with access to a sauna, hot spring bath and public bath. Boasting a lift, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a sun terrace. The ryokan also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. All units at the ryokan come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. There is a private bathroom with bath in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the ryokan, the units have bed linen and towels. A selection of options including warm dishes, local specialities and fruits is available for the buffet breakfast. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. For guests with children, the ryokan features an indoor play area and a children's playground. Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway is 300 metres from Yumoto Ginsenkaku, while Kamikawa Park is 23 km from the property. Asahikawa Airport is 71 km away.