Otaru
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Visit Otaru

Dormy Inn Premium Otaru Natural Hot Spring
The staff was friendly and courteous, but the hotel was in bad need of an update. Stained carpets in the hallways and rooms (we had 3), cracked and stained sinks in the rooms, and scuffs on the walls. The rooms were extremely cramped and it was impossible to do anything without being on top of each ...
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Hotel Torifito Otaru Canal
The hotel staff worked diligently with Expedia to help process a one-night refund for me due to the severe weather conditions. I truly appreciate the effort and coordination required to resolve this. Thank you for your excellent service.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Hotel Nord Otaru
Great breakfast, lovely views. I’d have given it 5 stars but the air conditioning was a bit
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Ryo-An
The place is wide and if you travel with children they can enjoy the bathtub and the spacious place.
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

Winkel Village
Everything was perfect thank you
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

UCHI Living Stay Otaru Suitengu
Popular places to visit

Sapporo Dome
Watch the excitement of baseball and soccer games, shop, eat or climb to an observation deck for panoramic views of Sapporo and its surroundings.

Tanukikoji Shopping Street
During your trip to Sapporo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's festivals.

Odori Park
Sapporo’s main thoroughfare has been transformed into a long municipal park, also the city’s premier venue for festivals throughout the year.

Jozankei Hot Spring
You can take time to visit Jozankei Hot Spring during your travels to Sapporo. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.

Otaru Canal
During your trip to Otaru, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Otaru Canal. Discover the hot springs and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

Hokkaido University
Enjoy a day in the life of Sapporo’s university students and professors while wandering the tree-lined avenues and riverfront walks of this elegant campus.
Things to do

Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan

Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Tour with Ropeway Ticket

Hokkaido: Lake Toya, Bear Ranch and Sapporo Otaru Full Day Tour

Clearest Lake in Japan National Park package of Shikotsu lake

Hokkaido Farm Tomita Shikisai Hill Waterfall& Blue Pond Day Tour



