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Stunning ocean view! Close to tourist destinations! Good access to the ski resort! Free parking! A wonderful accommodation experience at a special inn!
[Perfect as a base for sightseeing in Otaru! 5-minute walk to Sakaimachi-dori] Located in the center of Otaru sightseeing, within walking distance to popular spots such as Sakaimachi-dori, Otaru Canal, and Sushiya-dori! It has good access to ski resorts in various places, and it is an excellent location for ski trips. The room is equipped with amenities such as a hair dryer and towels. The entrance is self check-in with a key box, so there is no need to exchange keys. You can enjoy a private stay. Please feel free to contact the host anytime if you have any questions during your stay. We will reply to you right away. Bed arrangement 2 single beds 1 sofa bed (* Please let us know in advance if you wish to use it) Access to surrounding areas Sakaimachi-dori (Otani Sightseeing Street)... 5-minute walk Sushi Street (gourmet area)... 5-minute walk Otaru Canal... 10-minute walk Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort... about 30 minutes by car Kiroro Resort... about 40 minutes by car Niseko... about 1 hour 20 minutes by car What you'll love Located in the center of Otaru sightseeing Excellent access to SNS spots and gourmet areas Free and comfortable self check-in Designer 1LDK room

Ocean View for Families/Groups, 2-Bedroom Apartment/Designer Space/3 Minutes to the Centre/Long-Term Discount
The property is located on a hill and there is a slope halfway up the building. Please make a reservation after understanding this. This Airbnb is stylish and modern, and is the perfect room for a vacation with ocean views of Otaru and the city. What I look for in a place to stay when I travel is a convenient location for sightseeing and a comfortable and cozy room. I've packed this room with that ideal! Located in the center of Otaru, it is a 10-minute walk to the Otaru Canal, making it perfect for those who want to enjoy sightseeing. * Great location with a view of the sea * High speed Wi-Fi, Netflix, free parking * Balcony lounge * Convenient access to central Otaru, restaurants & cafes, and Otaru Canal * Clean space for a comfortable stay * Convenient and quiet environment There are convenience stores, cafes, ramen shops, seafood, souvenir shops, yakiniku restaurants, and music boxes nearby, so you can enjoy sightseeing with good convenience. With 2 single beds, 1 double bed, and 1 single sofa bed, 4 people is the appropriate number, but it can accommodate up to 5 people. We hope you enjoy our favorite room.

Free parking on premises, 1 full ocean view bath, 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed
About 10 minutes on foot to Otaru Canal. 5-minute walk to Sakaimachi Dori, the main tourist area. You can see the morning sun from the ocean view bath. Stay in a room with a kitchen and enjoy your trip in a simple way. Sleep: Simmons beds, hotel linen, and down comforters are provided for a comfortable night's sleep. We also provide original work clothes. Sizes M/L/LL [Entertainment] You can enjoy YouTube for free on Amazon TV with a 55-inch TV. Members can also enjoy NetFelix, and we also rent out HDMI cables and connectors that allow iPhone mirroring. [Private room coworking space in the building] We have a private workspace available for guests. It is available from 1,500 yen per hour. Please message me to book it. Please note that only one room is available, so please forgive us if it is already booked. Parking before and after check-in time Before check-in: Available from 10: 30 am on the day of check-in. After check-in, it is available from 10 am to 2 pm on the check-out day.

Entire building for rent/Up to 6 people/Parking for 2 cars/Suitable for long-term stays/Spacious living room/Beer, water and sweets included
Ishiyama-cho, on the western of Otaru station. Access is a 6-minute drive from Otaru Canal. It overlooks Ishikari Bay in the distance, as well as Otaru Port. A fully renovated 45-year-old vacant house. We have added many windows to take advantage of the great location with no adjacent houses. There is a great view from every room. The skies are always impressive when viewed from the skylight. From the east-facing window, you can see the morning sun rising from the sea. It can accommodate up to 6 people, so you can enjoy a comfortable stay with family, relatives, and friends. You can see the fireworks of Otaru's biggest festival, the Shio Festival, up close from the terrace. Fast wifi available. Parking is available for 2 cars in front of the entrance. We offer a wide range of services such as water, sweets, beer, coffee, and tea. There are also many supermarkets, drug stores, and convenience stores within a 5-minute drive. Please buy food and drinks and enjoy them in your room.

House/Private/Family and Friends/Otaru Zenibako/Sapporo and Otaru Sightseeing
A small town located between Sapporo and Otaru, enclosed by mountains and the sea HZ HOUSE is located 20 minutes on foot from JR Zenibako station, along the scenic coast. It's not a densely populated area, so I think you'll spot it easily. You will have the entire house to yourselves. There are two private rooms on the ground floor (ROOM 1 semi-double bed and ROOM 2 double bed) and a Japanese-style room on the second floor (futon mattress). The bedroom on the ground floor has a lock, so privacy is guaranteed There are bathrooms on the first and second floor. This room features a stylish large living room. * HZHOUSE is priced per person. Please book for the number of guests. Fast Free WiFi There is also free parking, so visiting by car or motorcycle is possible. Recommended for those who enjoy driving Next to HZHOUSE is MUSIC & BAR Zenraku, run by the host. (Open Friday and Saturday from 7 pm to midnight)

[Accommodates up to 7 people] Entire property – Kareiya Inaü PET-Friendly Accommodation & BBQ Area Available in the Backyard
複数人で泊まると割安になる料金設定の宿です ※冬季(12〜3月頃)は暖房費の関係で料金が高くなります 【予約する前にお読みください】 景色は良くないですが街から離れているため静かに寛げます 坂道があるので徒歩だと少し不便です 大きな灯油ストーブがあります 灯油の臭いが苦手な方はご遠慮ください ホストは日本語のみ対応可能です BBQは可能ですが焚き火はできません 古い家のため虫が出る可能性があります 【その他】 わんちゃん等のペットはサイズ制限なし 1階スペースのみ宿泊可能です🐾(2階は✖️) 予約時にペットの頭数を入力してください 清掃料として¥1200頂戴しています 駐車スペースは3台まで可能ですが 大型車は停められない場合があるため事前にご連絡ください キッチンはIH、T-fal製鍋・電気圧力鍋あり 食器類も用意しており自炊可能です 洗濯機は乾燥機付きです 質問等があれば気軽にご連絡ください🙏 枯民家Inaü(イナウ)とは 竜宮神社に先住のアイヌ人々がイナウ[供物]を捧げたことが イナウ→イナホ=稲穂(地名)の由来と言われています(枯民家=深みある宿として名付けました)

The environment is circled in a sea,
Pick up and drop off at the nearest station Breakfast is included. (Transportation service available until 7:00 PM) the room has a small kitchen, a refrigerator, and a Use of the washing machine is free. Use of the dryer costs 500 yen per load. ::::**Important Notice**:::::::: From April 1, 2026, a lodging tax will be levied in Hokkaido. 100 yen/ per person /per night This will be an additional payment. We will request this after your reservation is confirmed. Thank you for your understanding

【小樽HOKU】オルゴール堂・運河徒歩圏/無料駐車場/余市や積丹を巡る拠点/貸切戸建/最大10名
小樽の夜を、暮らすように楽しむ。港町のレトロな空気感と、快適なモダン空間を融合した一棟貸し宿「HOKU」 観光地を“巡る”だけではなく、夜の小樽を歩き、余市ワインを楽しみ、仲間とゆっくり語り合う。そんな「滞在そのもの」が旅になる空間を目指しました。 ご家族旅行、友人グループ、2〜3世代旅行、長期滞在にもおすすめです。最大10名まで宿泊可能(推奨8名)。 「家族や友人グループと、一緒に旅を楽しみたい」そんな方にぴったりの宿です。 小樽は1泊ではもったいない街です。 HOKUは、 ・小樽観光 ・余市ワイナリー巡り ・積丹ドライブ ・札幌観光 をゆっくり楽しむ“北海道西海岸旅の拠点”として最適です。 南小樽駅徒歩5分。鉄道・高速道路アクセスも良好です。 歴史ある港町・小樽の空気感を感じられるよう、温かみのある照明とレトロモダンなインテリアで空間を整えています。昼は観光へ。夜は皆でゆっくり過ごす。「帰る場所」になるような宿を目指しています。 ■ 最大10名宿泊可能(推奨8名) ■ 無料駐車場1台 ■ 南小樽駅徒歩5分 ■ オルゴール堂徒歩圏 ■ 周辺に市場・飲食店・コンビニあり

Funamizaka Stay【Close to central Otaru / 70㎡】
【1】3LDK最大8名 × 上階カフェでくつろぎの時間 小樽中心エリアに位置する、最大8名まで宿泊可能な3LDKのゆとりある空間。ウッドブラウンを基調にした温かみのある室内では、家族旅行やグループにも対応。滞在中もプライベートを確保しながら、団らんを楽しめる設計。建物2階にはパンカフェ・バル「坂と線路とバケットと」があり、コーヒータイムやランチにも。観光の拠点でありながら、ゆったりとくつろげる滞在を実現。小樽らしい街並みに溶け込む、快適性と利便性を兼ね備えた一室。 ※当施設は1階部分となります。2階にはカフェが併設されており、カフェの営業中は多少の音があることがございます。予めご了承の上ご予約をお願いいたします。 【2】小樽観光の中心地 × 徒歩で巡る好立地 小樽三角市場まで徒歩2分、小樽運河まで徒歩12分と、人気観光スポットを徒歩圏内で満喫できるロケーション。 朝は市場で新鮮な海鮮を楽しみ、運河周辺の街並みを散策する贅沢な滞在を実現。駅や商店街にも近く、飲食店巡りやお土産探しにも便利。セブンイレブンまで徒歩2分、長崎屋小樽店まで徒歩5分と、日常の買い物にも便利。

SANGO Villa SHUN with Panoramic Windows
Stay in our luxury retreat near Sapporo, where nature and living harmonize. Built with Hokkaido wood and stone, the villa offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 3 toilets, with stunning forest views. Relax by the wood-burning stove or on the terrace, where the forest is beautifully lit at night. Enjoy complimentary Hokkaido craft beer, sake, and wine. Ideally located, the villa is 20 minutes from Otaru, 35 minutes from Sapporo, and 103 minutes from Niseko, perfect for exploring Hokkaido.

Panoramic View of Otaru Bay from Every Room
All rooms offer a panoramic view of the ocean.180-degree view. This is a completely private vacation rental house. ■ Check-in / Check-out Self check-in: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM On the day of your reservation, all guests will be verified via camera at the unmanned reception upon arrival. Check-out: 10:00 AM Early check-in and late check-out are generally not available. We recommend arriving by car. please note that SAKURA cannot assist with calling taxis or arranging transportation.

View of the mountains and Ishikari Bay/superb view/good access to Otaru & Sapporo/dogs allowed/English OK/ezora
小樽の小高い山にある、海と山が一望できる民泊ezora、 刻々と景色が変わり、ずっと眺めていたくなる景色は忘れることができない思い出になります。 お部屋は全リフォームしたのでとてもきれいです。洋室は2部屋ありますので、ご家族やグループでも自分の時間を保つことができます。調理器具や洗濯機はそろっており、WI-FIもあるので、長期滞在のご利用も多いです。小樽や札幌の中間にあり、高速ICからも近いので遠出の観光もしやすいです。 お車がないと不便な場所ですが、銭函駅からタクシーを利用することもできます。冬期間は四駆であれば軽自動車でも登ってこられますが大雪の際は除雪が入るまでは移動ができませんのでご了承ください。 犬は二頭まで一緒に宿泊OKで別料金2000円(2頭まで同額、犬種問わず)をご請求いたします。犬宿泊同意書のサインが必要になりますので予約時に内容をお送りします。(狂犬病予防注射接種、ワクチン接種必須等)※猫は不可 2026年4月1日より北海道と小樽市で宿泊に対して宿泊税を課せられることになりました。
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民泊海音/小樽市中心200㎡海景别墅/四间空调卧室小樽步行街浪漫街附近/2台免费停车位/无敌海景露台

[Opening sale!] /Luxurious 3LDK/Free parking for 2 cars/Up to 6 people/1 building for rent/100-year-old renovated house

Kodama Station, 6-minute walk to the canal / 3-minute walk to free parking / 2-minute walk to a convenience store / Pet-friendly, entire building for private use / 2-bedroom, 2-living-room unit, sleeps 7

Villa with nice view of ocean and beach! Max 12ppl

Spacious 2-story inn with a Showa-era atmosphere (1st floor is private)

Forest Retreat Next to the Ski Resort

Otaru Moga, newly built, new, 300-year-old single panel, superb view, ocean view, skiing, sauna

Scenic private beach! Sunset all to yourself/FreeP
When is the best time to visit Otaru?
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| Avg. price | €101 | €119 | €85 | €74 | €88 | €83 | €94 | €101 | €78 | €74 | €77 | €101 |
| Avg. temp | -3°C | -3°C | 1°C | 8°C | 13°C | 18°C | 22°C | 23°C | 19°C | 12°C | 5°C | -1°C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to stay in Otaru?
Many guests prefer accommodations near the Otaru Canal for scenic views and access to shops, while the area around Sakaimachi Street has historic charm and lively dining. Family stays are available near parks and quieter neighborhoods.
What are the best things to do in Otaru with kids?
Families often enjoy the Otaru Aquarium, hands-on glassmaking workshops, and rides up Mount Tengu for city views. Strolling the canal area is a popular way to take in local sights together.
What are some of the best things to do in Otaru?
Explore the Otaru Canal area, browse glass workshops, and discover historic architecture around Sakaimachi Street. Sample locally rooted seafood dishes, and enjoy unique shops that highlight the city’s craft traditions.
How is the weather in Otaru?
Otaru experiences snowy, cold winters from 20–36°F (-6–2°C), with mild, humid summers around 64–80°F (18–26°C). Spring and autumn bring comfortable temperatures and vibrant seasonal changes.
When is the best time to visit Otaru?
Late spring to early autumn is often recommended for mild weather and outdoor activities, while winter draws travelers interested in snow and seasonal festivals. Each season highlights local scenery and traditions.
What are the best places to visit in Otaru?
Visit the Otaru Canal, walk along Sakaimachi Street to explore local shops, and learn at the Otaru Music Box Museum. The glass workshops scattered throughout the city highlight craft traditions.
What are some hiking trails in Otaru?
Otaru has forested trails in areas like Mount Tengu, known for panoramic views and seasonal colors. Nature paths around nearby parks are frequently suggested for relaxed hikes through local scenery.
What are some family activities we can do in Otaru?
Families can learn about marine life at Otaru Aquarium, try glassmaking workshops, and stroll city parks. Mount Tengu’s ropeway is frequently suggested for panoramic views the whole family can enjoy.
What are some of the best day trip ideas from Otaru?
Explore nearby hot spring towns, enjoy nature at scenic coastal parks, or discover local art in small towns around Hokkaido. Seasonal flower fields are often recommended in areas close to Otaru.
Are there any pet friendly accommodations available in Otaru?
Several accommodations in Otaru welcome pets, especially in quieter neighborhoods and near green spaces. It is helpful to check individual listings for specific pet policies and amenities.
What are some local tips for visiting Otaru?
It is helpful to carry cash, as some shops may not accept cards. Try seasonal sweets and seafood, and wear comfortable shoes for exploring historic streets and canal paths.
What is Otaru known for?
Otaru is known for its historic canal, glassmaking traditions, and locally prepared seafood. Distinctive architecture and music box shops reflect the city’s cultural heritage.
What are the best hidden gems to explore in Otaru?
Wander quieter alleys around Sakaimachi Street for small workshops, and seek out traditional warehouses repurposed as galleries or cafes. The Nishin Goten mansion offers insight into local history away from the busiest spots.
What are the best foods to try in Otaru?
Otaru is known for fresh seafood like uni, crab, and sushi, along with Hokkaido-born dairy treats and sweet pastries. Locally crafted sake is frequently suggested to accompany meals in traditional eateries.
What should I bring for a trip to Otaru?
Pack layers for changing weather, sturdy walking shoes, and an umbrella for rainy periods. In winter, warm outerwear is important due to cold and snowy conditions.
What is the nightlife in Otaru like?
Otaru has intimate bars, locally rooted izakaya, and casual cafes especially around the canal and Sakaimachi Street. Live music and cozy settings are often found in smaller venues and pubs.
What are the most popular events or festivals in Otaru?
The Otaru Snow Light Path Festival brightens winter evenings with lanterns along the canal. Seasonal seafood and craft events are frequently suggested, as well as local music celebrations in warmer months.
Are there family friendly vacation rentals in Otaru?
Otaru has family-friendly vacation rentals in neighborhoods around the canal and near parks, which are accessible to shops and attractions. Listings often include amenities for group stays.
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460 of Otaru holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.7 Average rating
Otaru stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

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Otaru’s top spots include Otaru Canal, Teine Station and Zenibako Station
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- Sapporo Station
- Odori Park
- Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu Ski resort
- Sapporo Station
- Sapporo City Maruyama Zoo
- New Chitose Airport Sta.
- Odori Station
- Sapporo Beer Museum
- Sapporo TV Tower
- Asabu Station
- Sapporo Clock Tower
- Jozankei Onsen
- Hokkaido University
- Minami-Hiragishi Station
- Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area
- Moerenuma Park
- Niseko Village
- Takino Suzuran Hillside Park
- Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art
- Mt. Moiwa
- Historical Village of Hokkaido
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- Nakajima Park
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