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Things to do in Otaru

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Otaru? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Otaru Canal

Otaru Canal

4.6/5413 Review
"Natural scenery"
"Night view"
Otaru Tenguyama

Otaru Tenguyama

4.6/5132 Review
"Mountain climbing"
"Night view"
Otaru Aquarium

Otaru Aquarium

4.5/557 Review
Otaru Music Box Museum

Otaru Music Box Museum

4.6/5172 Review
"Museums"
Asari

Asari

4.6/541 Review
Kitaichi Glass Otaru

Kitaichi Glass Otaru

4.4/553 Review
Funamizaka

Funamizaka

4.5/534 Review
Otaru Steam Clock

Otaru Steam Clock

4.4/528 Review
"Historic buildings"
Otaru Snow Light Path

Otaru Snow Light Path

4.6/530 Review
"Night view"
Otaru Sakaimachi Street

Otaru Sakaimachi Street

4.5/520 Review

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Otaru, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Otaru Kourakuen

Otaru Kourakuen

4.7/5124 Review
Hotel Torifito Otaru Canal

Hotel Torifito Otaru Canal

4.6/5595 Review
Grand Park Otaru

Grand Park Otaru

4.4/5666 Review
Hotel Dormy Inn Premium Otaru

Hotel Dormy Inn Premium Otaru

4.6/5724 Review
Authent Hotel Otaru

Authent Hotel Otaru

4.6/5338 Review
Grids Premium Hotel Otaru

Grids Premium Hotel Otaru

4.5/5684 Review
Hotel Neu Schloss Otaru

Hotel Neu Schloss Otaru

4.5/592 Review
Hotel Sonia Otaru

Hotel Sonia Otaru

4.3/5274 Review
Hotel Nord Otaru

Hotel Nord Otaru

4.5/5178 Review
Asarigawa Onsen Hotel

Asarigawa Onsen Hotel

4.3/584 Review
Otaru Asari Classe Hotel

Otaru Asari Classe Hotel

4.2/590 Review
Yu Kiroro, Ski-in Ski-Out Luxury Residences

Yu Kiroro, Ski-in Ski-Out Luxury Residences

4.6/540 Review

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Otaru dishes and foodie spots.
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おたる政寿司 本店

おたる政寿司 本店

4.8/5116 Review
Avg. PHP5,024/person
"Japanese"
"Time-honored Brand"
Otaru Masazushi Zenan

Otaru Masazushi Zenan

4.9/562 Review
Avg. PHP1,983/person
"Japanese"
Yabuhan Soba

Yabuhan Soba

4.7/58 Review
Avg. PHP1,739/person
"Snacks"
"Time-honored Brand"
Isezushi

Isezushi

4.7/521 Review
Avg. PHP4,830/person
"Japanese"
"Time-honored Brand"
Uomasa

Uomasa

4.7/534 Review
Avg. PHP2,125/person
"Japanese"
海鮮食堂 澤崎水産

海鮮食堂 澤崎水産

4.5/540 Review
Avg. PHP1,352/person
"Seafood"
Cremia

Cremia

5.0/57 Review
Avg. PHP193/person
"Bakeries"
"Afternoon Tea"
Ko Sushi

Ko Sushi

4.6/57 Review
Avg. PHP2,705/person
"Japanese"
"Time-honored Brand"
OTARU SUSHI KOU

OTARU SUSHI KOU

4.3/54 Review
Avg. PHP1,147/person
"Japanese"
"Historic Building"
Yamanaka Dairy Farm Otaru Shop

Yamanaka Dairy Farm Otaru Shop

4.6/56 Review
Avg. PHP193/person
"Bakeries"
"Afternoon Tea"
Waraku Otaru

Waraku Otaru

4.5/52 Review
Avg. PHP1,170/person
"Japanese"
Kitakaro Otaru Main Shop

Kitakaro Otaru Main Shop

4.4/528 Review
Avg. PHP445/person
"Bakeries"
"Afternoon Tea"

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Watch penguins walk in the snow up close

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Recommended Day Trip Course to Otaru Near Sapporo

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Hokkaido Otaru Two-Day Two-Night Travel Guide.

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6-Day Japan Family Trip Guide: Easy and Fun

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Best of Otaru

Popular Luxury Hotels Near Otaru

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Chalet Ivy Jozankei

Chalet Ivy Jozankei

4.9/570 Review
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

4.6/590 Review
Setsu Niseko

Setsu Niseko

4.8/569 Review
SANSUI NISEKO

SANSUI NISEKO

4.8/541 Review
The Westin Rusutsu Resort

The Westin Rusutsu Resort

4.4/580 Review
Niseko Inn of Youtei Raku Suisan

Niseko Inn of Youtei Raku Suisan

4.3/541 Review
Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

4.5/542 Review
Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Bessou Ao No Za

Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Bessou Ao No Za

4.6/541 Review
Lake Toya Tsuruga Resort Hikarinouta

Lake Toya Tsuruga Resort Hikarinouta

4.7/5132 Review
Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Tomamu

Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Tomamu

4.5/553 Review

Popular Scenic Hotels Near Otaru

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Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

4.6/590 Review
Chalet Ivy Hirafu, Niseko

Chalet Ivy Hirafu, Niseko

4.6/568 Review
The Westin Rusutsu Resort

The Westin Rusutsu Resort

4.4/580 Review
Hilton Niseko Village

Hilton Niseko Village

4.3/5387 Review
Lakeside Villa Suimeikaku

Lakeside Villa Suimeikaku

4.7/510 Review
The Windsor Hotel TOYA,Vignette Collection

The Windsor Hotel TOYA,Vignette Collection

4.6/5548 Review
The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort

The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort

4.6/5750 Review
Kokorono Resort Umino Bettei Furukawa

Kokorono Resort Umino Bettei Furukawa

4.8/541 Review
Shin Furano Prince Hotel

Shin Furano Prince Hotel

4.4/5246 Review
Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki

Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki

4.4/593 Review
Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

4.8/555 Review
La Vista Daisetsuzan

La Vista Daisetsuzan

4.3/593 Review

Popular Cultural Hotels Near Otaru

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Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei

Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei

4.5/5190 Review
Zaborin

Zaborin

4.8/522 Review
Niseko Inn of Youtei Raku Suisan

Niseko Inn of Youtei Raku Suisan

4.3/541 Review
Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Bessou Ao No Za

Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Bessou Ao No Za

4.6/541 Review
Ryotei Hanayura

Ryotei Hanayura

4.7/5195 Review
Dai-Ichi Takimotokan

Dai-Ichi Takimotokan

4.6/51,933 Review
Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

4.8/555 Review

Popular Vacation Homes Near Otaru

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Millesime - Operated by H2 Life

Millesime - Operated by H2 Life

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Kozue

Kozue

4.6/53 Review
Terrazze

Terrazze

4.7/511 Review
Yotei Dream One by H2 Life

Yotei Dream One by H2 Life

4.7/52 Review
Snow Crystal

Snow Crystal

4.6/58 Review
Yamakei Residences

Yamakei Residences

4.8/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Country Resort Niseko

Country Resort Niseko

4.6/54 Review
The Orchards Niseko

The Orchards Niseko

4.8/531 Review
Toyako Villa Susukian

Toyako Villa Susukian

4.9/52 Review
Furano Peak

Furano Peak

5.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Furano Lofts

Furano Lofts

5.0/526 Review
Pres de La Mer

Pres de La Mer

4.5/5This user hasn't left any comments yet

Popular Hot Spring Hotels Near Otaru

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Suizantei Club Jozankei-Adults Only

Suizantei Club Jozankei-Adults Only

4.5/549 Review
Hanamomiji

Hanamomiji

4.5/5139 Review
Kuriya Suizan

Kuriya Suizan

4.8/553 Review
Chalet Ivy Jozankei

Chalet Ivy Jozankei

4.9/570 Review
Shogetsu Grand Hotel

Shogetsu Grand Hotel

4.6/5109 Review
Jozankei Onsen Yurakusoan

Jozankei Onsen Yurakusoan

4.6/5219 Review
Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa Mori No Uta

Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa Mori No Uta

4.7/5163 Review
Zaborin

Zaborin

4.8/522 Review
Niseko Hot Spring Ikoino Yuyado Iroha

Niseko Hot Spring Ikoino Yuyado Iroha

4.6/540 Review
Hotel Kanronomori

Hotel Kanronomori

4.5/566 Review
Niseko Konbu Onsen Tsuruga Moku-No-Sho

Niseko Konbu Onsen Tsuruga Moku-No-Sho

4.6/552 Review
Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa

Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa

4.5/5113 Review

Popular Ski Hotels Near Otaru

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Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

4.6/590 Review
Setsu Niseko

Setsu Niseko

4.8/569 Review
Chatrium Niseko Japan

Chatrium Niseko Japan

4.3/592 Review
Ki Niseko

Ki Niseko

4.7/548 Review
MUWA NISEKO

MUWA NISEKO

4.6/540 Review
Chalet Ivy Hirafu, Niseko

Chalet Ivy Hirafu, Niseko

4.6/568 Review
Skye Niseko

Skye Niseko

4.7/563 Review
The Vale Niseko

The Vale Niseko

4.2/526 Review
SANSUI NISEKO

SANSUI NISEKO

4.8/541 Review
Hotel Niseko Alpen

Hotel Niseko Alpen

4.1/57 Review
Aya Niseko

Aya Niseko

4.6/555 Review
The Vale Rusutsu

The Vale Rusutsu

4.6/563 Review

Popular Premium Hotels Near Otaru

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Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei

Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei

4.5/5190 Review
Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa Mori No Uta

Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa Mori No Uta

4.7/5163 Review
Zaborin

Zaborin

4.8/522 Review
Hilton Niseko Village

Hilton Niseko Village

4.3/5387 Review
Niseko Konbu Onsen Tsuruga Moku-No-Sho

Niseko Konbu Onsen Tsuruga Moku-No-Sho

4.6/552 Review
Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa Mizu No Uta

Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa Mizu No Uta

4.6/5163 Review
Bourou Noguchi Noboribetsu (Adult Only)

Bourou Noguchi Noboribetsu (Adult Only)

4.7/545 Review
Hakodate Onuma Tsuruga Resort EPUY

Hakodate Onuma Tsuruga Resort EPUY

4.8/593 Review
Bourou NOGUCHI Hakodate

Bourou NOGUCHI Hakodate

4.3/552 Review
Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki

Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki

4.4/593 Review
Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort

4.8/555 Review
Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido

Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido

4.6/5141 Review

Popular 4-star Select Hotels Near Otaru

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Suizantei Club Jozankei-Adults Only

Suizantei Club Jozankei-Adults Only

4.5/549 Review
Hanamomiji

Hanamomiji

4.5/5139 Review
Grand Blissen Hotel Jozankei

Grand Blissen Hotel Jozankei

4.6/548 Review
Kuriya Suizan

Kuriya Suizan

4.8/553 Review
Shogetsu Grand Hotel

Shogetsu Grand Hotel

4.6/5109 Review
Jozankei Onsen Yurakusoan

Jozankei Onsen Yurakusoan

4.6/5219 Review
Suigan

Suigan

4.7/528 Review
Okujozankei Onsen Kasho Gyoen

Okujozankei Onsen Kasho Gyoen

4.8/552 Review
Chatrium Niseko Japan

Chatrium Niseko Japan

4.3/592 Review
Ki Niseko

Ki Niseko

4.7/548 Review
MUWA NISEKO

MUWA NISEKO

4.6/540 Review
Chalet Ivy Hirafu, Niseko

Chalet Ivy Hirafu, Niseko

4.6/568 Review

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