5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Would definitely go again!
Otaru
Travel Guide
Visit Otaru
Where to stay in Otaru
Zenibako
Check out the beaches during your time in Zenibako. Hop around the Otaru area on the metro at Zenibako Station to see top sights like Otaru Dream Beach and Zenibako Beach.
Hotel Torifito Otaru Canal
1-5-7, Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Otaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"One block from canal cruise one block from the main shopping district."
Reviewed on 24 August 2025
Dormy Inn Premium Otaru Natural Hot Spring
3-9-1, Inaho, Otaru, Hokkaido
The price is SAR 299 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
SAR 299
SAR 331 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Otaru. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"Dormy Inn is conveniently located a minute’s walk from the train and bus station. Shopping was also easily accessible. The Canal ride and Bank Museum besides restaurants, were within comfortable walking distance."
Reviewed on 28 September 2025
Grand Park Otaru
11-3 Chikko, Otaru, Hokkaido
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 240 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
SAR 240
SAR 290 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Otaru. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This is the 2nd time we are staying in Grand Park Otaru when we visit Otaru. Proximity to the canal and the eateries makes it our choice"
Reviewed on 8 August 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
SANGO
2-13 Harukacho, Otaru, Hokkaido
Stay at this 5-star luxury villa in Otaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Kokusai Ski Resort and Snow Cruise Onze are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Perfect place if you’d like to be amongst nature or forestry. Loved the tranquil environment. Kids had a good time in the sauna and fireplace."
Reviewed on 24 June 2025
UCHI Living Stay Otaru Suitengu
Aioicho 4-40, Otaru, Hokkaido
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Otaru. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and climate control. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)
"Room was nice. The issue is the location of the apartment. It was located at the top of the hill. From the map, it seems close to the train station and local attraction. But climb up the hill is an issue."
Reviewed on 15 June 2025
FAV LUX Sapporo Susukino
Minami 6-jo Nishi 7-chome, 2-2, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Sapporo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Odori Park and Sapporo Dome are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (30 reviews)
"Clean room. Good service."
Reviewed on 14 September 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Sapporo Dome
Catch an event at Sapporo Dome during your trip to Sapporo. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Odori Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Odori Park, a popular green space in Sapporo. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
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.
Hokkaido University
Explore the campus of Hokkaido University, during your trip to Sapporo. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
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.
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.
Reviews of Otaru
4.4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I love Otaru it's a beautiful town. People are very friendly the food never fails to be delicious.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Good food and shopping.
4/5 - Good
A-girl
If this is your first time, it’s okay.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Only day trip is enough.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Otaru is a very safe and tourist friendly city. I would loveto visit again during winter. Very beautiful ambiance surrounding city ~
- Otaru Canal
- Asarigawa Hot Spring
- Shin Nihonkai Ferry
- Otaru Aquarium
- Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway
- Ski Village Asari
- Sakaimachi Street
- Otaru Music Box Museum
- Zenibako Beach
- Rinyu Morning Market
- Otaru Dream Beach
- Snow Cruise Onze
- Tomioka Catholic Church
- Mount Tengu
- Otaru Kihinkan
- Otaru City General Museum Ungakan
- Otaru City Art Museum
- Shioya Beach
- Blue Grotto
- Otamoi Beach
- Suitengu
- Old Endo Matabei House
- Otaru Museum
- Sasson Golf Club
- Park Otaru
- Otaru Shukutsu Panorama Observation Deck
- Asari Sky Loop
- Nichigin-dōri
- Nishin Goten
- Asahi Observation Platform
- Bank of Japan Museum
- Temiya Cave
