10 Best Ryokans & Hotels in Central Hokkaido

Ginrinso, Otaru, Hokkaido

Located in Otaru, a town of canal with atmosphere, Ginrinso is a historical inn, with a high value as an architectural heritage, designated as a cultural asset. Its origin dates back to 1878, when Otaru once flourished for herring fishing. At that time, Amimoto, heads of fisherman's union who made a fortune on this herring fishing competed with each other in building a luxurious mansion without sparing expense, and more than 50 mansions said to have been built. Those were being called "Nishin Goten" a herring palace as a symbol of the prosperity of the town. Presently, Ginrinso is the only Nishin Goten which is commonly offered as an accommodation facility. Why not give more than a passing thought to the prosperity of those days while experiencing the historical heritage.

Ginrinso is counted as one of Hokkaido's most prestigious ryokans. Among them, its superb open-air hot spring bath set high atop a small cape where a breath-taking panoramic view of Ishikari Bay can be enjoyed offers an ultimate relaxation. For your dining pleasure, French cuisine and seasonal seafood delicacies are served at the Ginrinso Grill.

Rate: JPY34710~129750 per person for a group of 2 persons, with 2 meals.

Check-in: 15:00

Check-out: 11:00

Otaru Furukawa, Canal Inn, Otaru, Hokkaido

In the Meiji era, Otaru was counted as one of the most prosperous town as a base port of merchant ships (Kitamae-sen) that cruised around northen Japan. 
Built along the Otaru canal, "Canal Inn, Otaru Furukawa" is a quaint hotel reminiscent of such old-time nostalgia. In the modernized Japanese style building that reproduced the wealthy merchant house at that time, a sophisticated mood of old times drifts and relaxes the hearts of guests. 

After enjoying the high quality natural hot springs at the large communal bath "Yu-kura", a stylish taste of the variety of seafood collected from the rich ocean of Otaru bred awaits you. Samue (monk's working garment)  and yukata rental is also availabe for exploring this retro town. 

Rate: JPY18800~ per room for a group of 2 persons, with 2 meals.

Check-in: 15:00
Check-out: 12:00

Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa MORI NO UTA, Jozankei, Hokkaido

"Mori no Uta" means "Forest Sonnet", and refers to "Forest Tales".
In the lush green forest of Hokkaido, even in this very moment, various wild animals and plants are composing each tales while enjoying the force of nature.  "Mori no Uta" was named after such a forest of Jozankei.

Mori no Uta is a unique hotel born in hoping to share "Forest Tales" woven by nature with all customers. What symbolizes this concept is the forest lounge set in entrance lobby, a space expressing various natural scenery such as wild grass and trees, rain. In addition, the hotel is designed to let you feel the "story of the forest" anywhere in the building, such as outdoor baths, lounge, guest rooms, restaurant, spa zone, etc. Green paradise offering a rich holiday that can not be tasted elsewhere. That is Mori no Uta.

Rate: JPY14887~ 40527 per person for a group of 2 persons, with 2 meals.

Check-in: 15:00

Check-out: 10:00

Nukumori no yado FURUKAWA, Jozankei, Hokkaido

Conveniently located near Sapporo, and yet nature rich Jozankei has been loved by many tourists as tranquil spa resort with ambience since ancient times. Furukawa, one of Japanese style ryokans rare in Hokkaido, stands as though overlooking the picturesque landscape of Jozankei Onsen. 

Selected as a ryokan of the best hospitality, Furukawa has offered quality services together with selected cuisins and heart-warming hot springs based upon its consistent spirit of traditional hospitality since founding. 

The facility includes 4 variations of characteristic bath rooms such as "bath overlooking the Jozankei scenery", "basement outdoor bath", "private stone-made bath" and "private hinoki bath", each offering ultimate relaxation.
Besides, sticking to carefully selected ingredients, Furukawa serves Japanese course meal cooked with Hokkaido's rich ingredients with heart. 

Rate: JPY14200~38300 per person for a group of 2 persons, with 2 meals
*Rate varies by season.

Check-in: 15:00
Check-out: 10:30

 Hotel Monterey Sapporo, Sapporo, Hokkaido

Hotel of classical atmosphere colored with "Kings Yellow" about 5 minutes on foot from Sapporo station. The interior is composed mainly of atriums consisting of indoor gardens where natural light falls, and vivid flowers of seasons welcome visitors. Furniture and furnishings are unified with the theme of modern Europe, especially the traditional design of the UK (London). While being a city hotel boasting the best access to the base of the trip, it is the unique charm of this hotel that you can taste the elegant feel of a resort hotel without feeling the hustle and bustle of the city.

"Family Room" for 4 people
The hotel has rooms built under the concept "a hotel that a family can stay in one room together ". There are two washbasins around the water and a washroom in the bathroom, so it is perfect for a trip with children.

Rates: JPY13572~ per room for a group of 2 persons without meals.

Check in: 14:00

Check out: 11:00

 Hotel Clubby Sapporo, Sapporo, Hokkaido

A hotel which promises refined hospitality and highest relaxation on the concept of "offer comfortable time differing from a large-scale hotel". The Clubby's classical exterior and interior architecture reminiscent of a good old clubhouse creates calm and cozy atmosphere over the entire hotel facility. Besides, it is also attractive that the hotel is directly connected to "Sapporo Factory" (formerly the first beer brewery by Japanese people established by "Hokkaido Development Commission"), through the underground passage. In addition to this beer brewery, about 160 shops and amusement facilities are lining along the passage, broadening the range of enjoyment of your hotel stay.

Deluxe Twin
Uunified with traditional shades, its conservative design that is not influenced by the times and trends offers a comfortable and relaxed stay.
Superior Double
Equipped with a large bed. Guests can choose from the three room tones: natural design based on trees, design with emphasis on urban contemporaryity and conservative design unified with traditional shades.
standard twin
Nearly 40 square meters in size with a comfortable corner sofa. Guests can choose from two room types: design imaged the hotel of the 1930s and natural design based on trees of Hokkaido.
Superior Twin
40 square meters in size full of openess with a comfortable corner sofa. Either design which reproduced the sophisticated 1930's hotel or natural design based on trees symbolizing Hokkaido can be selected.

Rate: JPY15500~36000 per room, with or without breakfast
*Rate varies by season.

Check in: 13:00

Check out: 11:00

 Sapporo Grand Hotel, Sapporo, Hokkaido

Sapporo Grand Hotel is a well-established city hotel opened in 1934 as Hokkaido's first western-style hotel. It is located about 8 minutes on foot from Sapporo Station South Exit, making it an ideal base for sightseeing and business. The Hotel renovated rooms in the East building in December 2012 to provide guests with further comfortable stay. As well as various events tailored to the season, breakfast cooked with rich local ingredients under the theme of "eating up whole Hokkaido" is enjoying a good reputation.

In addition, from a single person to a group of a large number of persons, the hotel flexibly responds to varied needs of guests' in terms of room type.  From among a variety types of rooms located in the three buildings - the Main building, East building and Annex building, guest can choose one best room that suits his/her requirements (bed type, and floor grade...). 

Special rates by Booking.com (maximum 32% off): 
Single room JPY 16150~ with no meals
Twin room JPY18900 (no meals) ~71000 (with breakfast)
Double room  JPY19952 (no meals) ~ 90000 (with breakfast)
Check in: 15:00
Check out: 11:00

Hotel KANRONOMORI, Niseko, Hokkaido

Niseko where various activities can be enjoyed throughout a year is one of Hokkaido's representative resort gaining large popularity among foreign tourists as well as Japanese. Niseko is also famous for its mineral rich hot springs, and a variety of accommodation and resort facilities are scattered about over the area. Hotel Kanronomori is located on the edge of a quasi national park known as the most tranquil and beautiful area among Niseko ensuring ultimate relaxation which can not be tasted anywhere else.

As symbolized by its vivid red and black lattice doors leading to the entrance lobby, the hotel employs Japanese-modern style architecture cherishing sense of warmth of wood. Spacious guest rooms which are 44㎡~80㎡ in size (except economy twin) promise comfortable stay for from a small to a large number of group.
The facility also includes 3 types of open air baths where guests can soak with magnificent view of Niseko.  

Special rates by Booking.com (maximum 24% off):

Economy: JPY16848~ per room with breakfast, JPY23328~ per room with 2 meals

Standard: JPY19008~ per room with breakfast, JPY25448~ per room with 2 meals

Superior: JPY22032~ per room with breakfast, JPY28512~ per room with 2 meals

Delux: JPY25920~ per room with breakfast, JPY32400~ per room with 2 meals

Executive: JPY28994~ per room with breakfast, JPY35424~ per room with 2 meals

Room with open air bath: JPY43416~ with breakfast, JPY49896~ per room with 2 meals

Check in: 15:00

Check out: 10:00

Tsuruga Besso MOKU NO SHO, Niseko, Hokkaido

Located at the foot of Mt. Yotei, the Oku Niseko Konbu Onsen is a hot spring resort that has been familiar to many people since ancient times as Toji-ba.
Standing in a corner of Konbu Onsen district, Tsurugabesso Moku no Sho is a quiet forest hotel surrounded by lush green forests of Niseko. 

The interior and exterior delicately representing Japanese aesthetics that love the warmth of wood gives everyone who visits the hotel high quality of relaxation. Among all, its open air baths which can taste the sense of unity with the surrounding greenery are exceptional.
And, of course, the hotel pays utmost attention also to meals. Nutritious dairy 
delivered from a local farm (Niseco is one of the leading dairy producing areas in Hokkaido), fresh seafood delivered directly from Iwanai fishing port, etc. Moku no Sho offers a Kaiseki cuisine using these rich ingredients of Hokkaido.

Twin with tatami room: JPY49,680~ (per room、with 2 meals)
Delux twin: JPY49,680~ (per room, with 2 meals)
Twin with open air bath: JPY62,640~ (per room, with 2 meals)
Delux twin with open air bath: JPY66,960 (per room, with 2 meals)
Check out: 10:00

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