Hotels With Pools in Hokkaido, Japan

Dai-ichi Takimoto lived up to its reputation! The bathhouse is wonderfully spacious with a great variety of pools, so much so that there's even a recommended bathing sequence – I only discovered it on the steam room's exterior wall on my second day, and it was quite an eye-opener! There are also three charming outdoor pools with beautiful views. The staff were all very attentive. We didn't book dinner, but breakfast was fantastic – a rich selection of high-quality dishes. (Note: there aren't many restaurants on the hot spring street outside, especially in the evening. I'd recommend the ramen shop for lunch and the seafood rice at the onsen market for dinner.) The twin room in the South Wing was very spacious, the facilities were modern, and the view from the window was lovely. My only gripe is the somewhat impractical layout. Firstly, I'm not sure if it's because of the integrated bathroom unit, but the bathroom itself was tiny and cramped, forcing us to use the main bathhouse in the mornings and evenings. Secondly, the wardrobe was placed in an awkward spot, making it inconvenient to open and access clothes. I genuinely suggest they visit some mid-range hotels in China, like those under the HUAZHU Group's Ji Hotel brand, to see how they ingeniously solve these design challenges.

Booked this place based on an ad, and I seriously regret it! It's quite a walk from both the JR and subway stations, so getting around is inconvenient. Front desk staff seemed to treat us differently. White guests and locals were able to check in directly at the counter, but they insisted we use the self-service machine. We tried several times, but couldn't find our reservation information. The staff offered no help whatsoever, just watched us struggle with all our luggage without offering any porter service. It was incredibly, incredibly disappointing. This is the first time I've ever felt so angry in Japan. Also, the hotel facilities are pretty old, and the breakfast, which costs 150 per person, was truly awful! During our four-day stay, housekeeping missed cleaning our room for two days. We only realized it when we returned in the afternoon and had to call them to come. All in all, a very frustrating experience!

The fireworks over Lake Toya were the highlight of our stay — we could enjoy them right from our room, which was truly special. The onsen was relaxing and staff were friendly. However, the hotel facilities feel a bit old, and the WiFi connection was quite poor, which made it hard to stay connected. Overall, still a nice experience for families and those looking for a relaxing lake view.

A few issues: The front desk staff's service was quite mediocre; their demeanor visibly changed when they saw a Chinese passport. To cut labor costs, the hotel has hired many staff from South Asian countries, which significantly impacts service efficiency and awareness! The hot spring water always felt a bit under temperature! The hotel opened in 1985, so the facilities are very old. If you're not a fan of traditional old Japanese ryokans, I wouldn't recommend it! Everything else was just so-so.

The environment is really good. The forest house is two-story and about 100 square meters. Compared with the rooms I stayed in before in Sapporo, Noboribetsu and Rusutsu, it is much bigger. And the house is fully equipped with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is very quiet and you can go out to play in the snow at any time. The only drawback is that if you don't drive here, you have to eat dinner at the hotel. The dinner at the hotel is very expensive. I ordered room service, which was quite a lot and delicious. In addition, the hotel does not have a vending machine, so you can only patronize the hotel's drinks and cakes in the lobby. Breakfast is included, which is very ceremonial. All the staff greeted us at the door of the restaurant. We were in a hurry, so we ate quickly and went to the airport. In addition to the snow, there is a golf course next to it. There is not much entertainment, but it is still a good stop for rest.

The room is quite big for the same type, and the view outside is also good. It is surrounded by a small shopping district, which is very convenient for eating and close to the subway station. The cleaning is very careful.

Near water fall and the blue pond. One of the better hotel at Biei though it is long built. The hotel provides transport services to and from Asahikawa, but need to prebook 3 days in advance. Limited f&b and convenient store around, either bring your own instant meal or have buffet at the hotel which is a bit pricey though the quality is not bad. We had the same thing for buffet breakfast for both days. Toiletries including skin care is provided. The staff are friendly and helpful.

The decor style is very old-school. On a clear day, the hotel offers fantastic views. My friend caught a cold, and the front desk staff kindly arranged a taxi to get medicine at night, which was very helpful. However, not all staff members speak Chinese every day (sometimes when you call, they only speak Japanese). The American breakfast on the second floor is just average in taste, but the view is beautiful.

I booked two nights, the price is less than 200 per night, and the Otaru Hotel during the Snow Festival is more than 800+, so I chose a warm youth hostel. The person in charge is an old lady. You will find her humor and enthusiasm when you communicate with her. If there is no one at the front desk, you can ring the bell. You need to leave the key at the front desk when you check out. The second floor can be connected to the bathhouse on the first floor (I didn’t go because it seems to be an independent business bathhouse, and my roommate likes to go there); If you are assigned to a double room as shown in the picture, you are lucky because you will live very comfortably. My roommate is of the same country and the same sex, and we chatted like friends; If you are assigned to a quadruple room, then you will experience a rich youth hostel life. The roommates are men and women from all over the world. It is easy to communicate in a narrow environment. Everyone is very quiet and you don’t have to worry about your sleep problem. But there is indeed a smell that is not like 🦶 air for two days. I can’t tell the difference. There is a burning thing in the room (it seems to be an air purifier) ​​that can solve this smell. The interesting thing about this youth hostel is that it is like a blind box. You don’t know what you will encounter.

I pre-booked a transfer and luggage service for 10:50 AM today and even re-confirmed it with the front desk this morning, but no one showed up when the time came. Around 11 AM, I sent my child to ask at the front desk, and the staff simply said, 'We forgot,' and that was it. They offered no solutions for my delayed schedule, no sincere apology, just a perfunctory 'sorry' to brush me off. This complete disregard for customer needs and lack of accountability after a mistake shows zero professionalism. I paid for a service, not to be upset. As a long-time Ctrip member, I hope Ctrip provides an official response. The staff member who came to collect the luggage today was Indian and completely clueless. When the downstairs driver asked if it was Ms. Wang's luggage, he said no. They couldn't even get the most basic information right. It's truly speechless. I do not recommend this hotel.