Best Onsen Hotels and Ryokans in Hokkaido for a Relaxing Stay in the City
The onsen culture is an irreplaceable part of Japanese tradition. Going beyond a hot bath, onsens are typically filled with thermal water from volcanic sources deep underground. This water is often rich in nutrients and minerals, offering plenty of healing properties.
Indeed, a trip to Japan is incomplete with a good soak in an onsen. Book a stay at any of these onsen hotels and ryokans in Hokkaido, and you’ll see exactly what we mean!
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Sapporo
1. Vessel Hotel Camapana Susukino
Located just four minutes from Susukino station, Vessel Hotel Camapana Susukino offers both Western- and Japanese-style rooms. The breakfast is a definite highlight, championing various local delicacies like fresh sashimi, cheese made using Hokkaido milk, and bread made from Hokkaido wheat.
Families will love how family-friendly this hotel is: kids under the age of 18 can co-sleep for free, and co-sleeping kids under five can also enjoy breakfast on the house! There are lots of kids’ equipment available for rent as well, such as cribs, bed guards, strollers, toilet seats, or even picture books and toys.
Troop down to the hotel’s elegant onsen, which has both a hot spring bath and a round wooden bath. The best part? Children are more than welcome in this onsen, with childrens’ bath kits available.
Address: Japan, 〒064-0805 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 5 Jonishi, 6 Chome−１６−1
2. Granbell Hotel Sapporo
An eight-minute walk from Susukino station, Granbell Hotel Sapporo is an elegant outfit that checks all the boxes. Choose from six room types — twins, doubles, or triples, — that are all non-smoking. The onsite restaurant entices with local specialities, and the bar is perfect for sampling some Hokkaido sake.
You’ll find a large indoor and outdoor onsen on the top floor. Visit on a clear night to stargaze whilst soaking in the thermal waters — sounds like a pretty swell way to end the day, huh?
Address: Japan, 〒060-0063 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 8 Chome−１０−1
Hakodate
3. La Vista Hakodate Bay
A four-minute walk to the Kanemori red brick warehouses, La Vista Hakodate Bay boasts sweeping views of the idyllic Hakodate bay. Inspired by the Taisho era, the hotel has a distinct European flair interwoven with traditional culture. For example, in some rooms, you’ll find plush Western beds alongside tatami seating areas. It’s the best of both worlds! In many rooms, the heights of the windows have been specially calculated to allow guests to enjoy the view whilst lying down on the bed.
Seafood fans, this is for you: build your own delicious seafood bowls at breakfast, topped with unlimited servings of Hokkaido salmon roe. After all, we expect nothing less of the port town of Hakodate! Want to buy some souvenirs back home? Pop by the Hasta La Vista shop, which sells hotel-exclusive products like biscuits and coffee.
Perched on the 13th floor, the onsen offers four different types of baths — all with a fantastic view of Mt. Hakodate and Hakodate bay to boot. Take your pick from a rock-lined outdoor bath, a ceramic bath, a barrel bath, or cypress bath. The baths are gender segregated, but both areas have dry saunas and cold baths.
There’s even a shampoo bar with a wide range of different shampoos at the women’s bath! Ladies can sip on complimentary vinegar beverages after their soak, and help themselves to free body and hair care amenities.
#KlookTip: Before you leave, don’t forget to grab a free ice popsicle for the road.
Address: 12-6 Toyokawacho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0065, Japan
4. Yunokawa Prince Hotel Nagisatei
What say you to a private onsen experience — right in the comfort of your own room? Indeed, the rooms at Yunokawa Prince Hotel Nagisatei have, get this, their very own onsens! Stay in Japanese-style or Western-Japanese-style rooms, complete with either a rock or wood onsen. You can also choose city or ocean views, whichever you prefer.
#KlookTip: This set-up is perfect for guests with tattoos, who will otherwise not be permitted into public onsens.
For those who prefer a larger bath, the hotel also has a public natural hot spring. In summer, fall, and early winter, you can even enjoy a unique night view of squid fishing boats.
Address: 1 Chome-2-25 Yunokawacho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 042-0932, Japan
Furano
5. Dormy Inn Premium La Vista Furano Hills
The Dormy Inn chain offers basic and functional rooms, but wows with its free perks. Any stay gets complimentary yakults, ice cream, and ramen thrown into the mix — how awesome is that! Dormy Inn Premium La Vista Furano Hills wins with its convenient location as well, and is just a three-minute walk from Furano station.
Savour a splendid view of Mt. Tokachi or Furano city from the large natural hot spring, which draws water from underground. Relax in a variety of indoor and outdoor baths, including tub baths and waterfall baths.
#KlookTip: For more privacy, check out the three private baths. Choose from a rock bath, pot bath, or a cypress bath; all of which can be used for a maximum of 30 minutes per time.
Address: 5-14 Asahimachi, Furano, Hokkaido 076-0026, Japan
6. Nozo Hotel
Photo credit: Nozo Hotel
Nozo Hotel is surrounded by magnificent nature: look to the East for the Tokachi mountain range, and to the West for the Yubari mountains. The hotel has eight different room categories, including a family room that comes with bunk beds.
#KlookTip: Head to the amenity bar at the reception to take items like toothbrush sets, razors, and hairbrushes.
Set aside some time for dining at the onsite farm-to-table restaurant too, which showcases Furano pork, seasonal vegetables, and other ingredients from the Furano region. The hotel has a bakery that sources flour from Furano and Biei to bake fresh bread on a daily basis.
Lounge at Sugi Spa, which has a large bathing area and sauna. The hotel also has a well-equipped gym, and a kids’ playroom filled with all kinds of toys.
#KlookTip: If you visit in the winter, Nozo Hotel is situated right next to the ski slopes! If you brought your own equipment, feel free to store them at the hotel’s ski locker.
Address: 14-38 Kitanominecho, Furano, Hokkaido 076-0034, Japan
Biei
7. Morinoryotei Biei
Surrounded by the forest, Morinoryotei Biei is a beautiful nature retreat. The ryokan is housed in a sukiyazukuri-style building inspired by Japanese teahouses, and only has 17 rooms — guaranteeing an exclusive experience away from crowds. There are four types of Japanese-style rooms here, with the choice of either low beds or futons.
Enjoy breakfast and dinner at the onsite restaurant, which only offers two kaiseki set courses. And yes, both are incredibly delicious!
Two of the room categories come with a private hot spring open-air bath. Just imagine: immersing yourself in thermal mineral-rich water, against the backdrop of a pristine snowy landscape. There’s also a large communal bath, which has indoor, outdoor, and open-air ceramic baths.
#KlookTip: If you don’t have a car, make a reservation for the free shuttle bus from Biei station at least three days before your stay.
8. Hotel ParkHills
Hotel ParkHills is a great base for exploring the surrounding area — hop in your car, and take a four-minute drive to Shirogane Blue Pond, or an eight-minute drive to Tokachidake Observatory. The hotel’s also just a short three-minute walk to Shirahige Waterfall.
Stay in Western-, Japanese, or Western-Japanese-style rooms. Go around the hotel in the yukatas that you’ll find in your room; you’ll even find childrens’ yukatas at each elevator hall. During summer, there’s an indoor swimming pool; otherwise, there’s plenty to do! Let the kids loose at the play corner, sing a round of karaoke, or venture on any of the hiking trails surrounding the property.
The hotel’s natural hot spring draws water directly from Mount Takachi, boasting numerous rejuvenating and healing properties. Try it for yourself!
Address: Shirogane, Biei, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido 071-0235, Japan
Lake Toya
9. Toya Kohantei
The best thing about staying at Lake Toya is the marvellous view! Enjoy resplendent views of the lake from everywhere in Toya Kohantei — from the rooms, restaurant, onsen, and hotel lobby. Stay in Western- or Japanese-style rooms; for families or bigger groups, there are also large 16- or 24-tatami mat rooms for sprawl out in.
#KlookTip: After dusk, head to the karaoke room for a sing-off.
Photo credit: Toya Kohantei
Have a good soak in the large aerial view bath, or gaze at Lake Toya and Mt. Yotei from the gorgeous open-air bath. From end-April to end-October, the skies light up with nightly fireworks — enjoy the spectacle from the footbath located right in front of the lobby. There’s also a medicated hand bath by the hotel’s entrance.
#KlookTip: To get to the hotel, take a paid shuttle bus from either Sapporo or New Chitose Airport.
Address: 7-8 Toyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5721, Japan
10. The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort
Take it from us: the views from the Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort are in a whole other league. The lobby and restaurant have panorama glass windows for your viewing pleasure, and all rooms have lovely lake views. You’ll even be able to watch the summer fireworks from your own room!
Food-wise, try a line-up of exquisite dishes at the restaurant, made with local ingredients grown in the fertile soil around Lake Toya. Go all out with a buffet, or have a kaiseki experience in your own room — it’s entirely up to you.
Head to the rooftop for the open-air hot spring, which looks somewhat like an infinity pool! Overlooking Lake Toya, Nakajima Island, and Mt. Yotei, this outdoor bath also boasts a fantastic view of the summer fireworks. There are also seasonal indoor baths (that come with a great view to boot), as well as a sauna. For a more local experience, pop by the traditional public bath. Its decor is reminiscent of Japan’s Showa era, complete with a colourful Ezofuji mural.
If, however, you prefer to soak in private, there’s a private onsen available in 50-minute blocks. Or, how about trying the black silica bedrock sauna too?
Address: 29-1 Toyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5721, Japan
Noboribetsu
11. Noboribetsu Grand Hotel
A three-minute walk to Yukake Kizo (one of Noboribetsu’s most famous demon statues), Noboribetsu Grand Hotel was established in 1938. It even once housed the Showa Emperor and Empress!
The best part? Some of the rooms even come with a private Japanese cypress bath. For suite guests, you can also choose to have your dinner and breakfast served in your room.
Photo credit: Noboribetsu International Tourism and Convention Association
Here at Noboribetsu Grand Hotel, there are not one, but three types of hot springs. Treat yourself to the salt spring, sulfurous spring, or chalybeate spring. There’s also a Roman bath with a lovely dome-shaped ceiling. Don’t miss out on the open-air bath too, which sports a view of a waterfall in a Japanese garden.
Address: 154 Noboribetsuonsencho, Noboribetsu, Hokkaido 059-0551, Japan
12. Dai-ichi Takimotokan
With over 160 years of history, Dai-ich Takimotokan is all set to impress. Expect nothing less than the warmest hospitality, superb views, and the freshest produce here. There are both Western- and Japanese-style rooms, some of which come with their own private panoramic onsens. And, if you’re travelling with your furry friends, you’ll be delighted to know that there’s a whole dog-friendly building!
Burn some calories at the heated pool; plus a kids’ pool and waterslide to entertain the little ones with. Don’t forget about the jacuzzi too, which has a lovely view of Jigokudani. Kids will love the arcade; whilst families can rent yukatas for a game of table tennis or karaoke session. And yes, you can even sample the natural hot spring water out of a drinking fountain!
#KlookTip: In fact, it might just be the closest hotel to Jigokudani Hell Valley (two minutes on foot).
Photo credit: Noboribetsu International Tourism and Convention Association
Sprawling over 5,000 square metres, The Grand Bath is Hokkaido’s largest onsen. It boasts five different hot springs, such as the sulphur spring, alum spring, ferrous sulphate spring, salt spring, and sodium spring. Enjoy these in 35 different bathtubs; and, in the late afternoon to evening, try the exclusive experience of enjoying hot sake whilst soaking in the open-air bath.
Address: East Building, Noboribetsuonsencho, Noboribetsu, Hokkaido 059-0595, Japan
Otaru
13. Otaru Kourakuen
Photo credit: Otaru Kourakuen
Stay in a quintessentially traditional Japanese accommodation at Otaru Kourakuen. The entire hotel is decked out in tatami mats, requiring guests to remove their shoes upon entering. Yes, you’ll walk around barefoot for the entirety of your stay!
Some of the rooms up the ante with a private hot spring. Otherwise, take a breather at the ‘relax space’, a seating area with complimentary coffee and tea. The restaurant has private rooms too, which is perfect for families with young children.
Photo credit: Otaru Kourakuen
Otaru Kourakuen has its very own hot spring source, which supplies water from 500 metres below ground. It has two onsens, comprising of both indoor and outdoor baths. Surrounded by lush greenery, the open-air rock baths are a sight to behold. The indoor baths, on the other hand, are lined with hinoki cypress walls, on top of a large panoramic window. Top it all off with a trip to the Finnish sauna to feel brand new.
If you’d like, you can even rent a private onsen. This even comes with a sofa and television in the dressing room.
#KlookTip: Visit the onsen in the night for a view of the illuminated Japanese garden.
Address: 5 Chome-18-2 Shinko, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0152, Japan
14. Hotel Torifito Otaru Canal
Located in the heart of Otaru near the Otaru canal, Hotel Torifito is a grand medley of old meets new. Check out a variety of room concepts: there are rooms inspired by traditional Otaru warehouses, rooms featuring a stone structure that was used for buildings from the Taisho period to the early Showa era, rooms that embody the zen spirit, as well as rooms that come with bunk beds for families.
In the restaurant, meals are served communal style with lots of sharing plates. After all, food tastes better when shared, are we right?
Open from 6am to 10am, and 3pm to 1am, the hotel’s onsen shows off a stunning landscape painting. Fun fact: the mural was painted by Ms Tanaka Mizuki, one of three remaining ‘bathhouse painters’, in 2018.
Address: 1 Chome-5-7 Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0031, Japan
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