Around Lake Tofutsu × Stays Popular For Snow-View BathsHighly rated for dining at Hotel·Ryokan

The moment we arrived and were shown to the lobby, we were greeted by nostalgic scenery and items. To be honest, the interior and furnishings pleasantly defied what you might expect from an “auberge.” It didn’t feel unpleasant at all—rather, it was a comforting space filled with a sense of nostalgia. Everything in the building was impeccably clean; even the wooden floors in the corridors were gleaming. Throughout the property, there were many handmade mini “info” posters with a wide variety of topics, and we really enjoyed reading them. Because the hot spring source temperature is low, it seems to be heated and circulated, but the water has a silky texture that left our skin smooth. The bath in our room was not hot spring water, but the view from the bathroom window was wonderful. Dinner is a full-course French meal, and breakfast is Japanese-style. Both were extremely satisfying in taste and portion size—we enjoyed them very much. There is also a good selection of drinks, and we appreciated how reasonably priced they were. The staff provided excellent service in every respect, with outstanding hospitality. For us coming from Nara, Abashiri in eastern Hokkaido is certainly not close—but this is an inn we absolutely want to visit again.

This was my first stay in a year, and it was clean and comfortable. The temperature of the large public bath was just right for me. I fell asleep after coming back from drinks and missed the late-night soba, but it’s close to the shopping street with restaurants, and there’s a convenience store right in front, so it’s very convenient. In Abashiri, this would be my only choice personally.

With its spacious facilities and lush natural surroundings, I was able to relax, unwind, and feel refreshed. The meals were also delicious, and I enjoyed the wide variety offered at the buffet. The bath was spacious and wonderful. After the bath, we had fun with table tennis and the manga corner. I would love to stay here again.

Stayed one night while sightseeing in Abashiri. The lakeside Hotel had a charming atmosphere and felt exciting even before check-in. Both the public areas and the room were spacious, with a calm, relaxing vibe that I really liked. Both dinner and breakfast were buffet-style. I enjoyed plenty of seafood such as crab, sashimi, and sushi. The selection wasn’t overwhelming, and the soft-serve ice cream for dessert was rich and creamy. The bath area was also spacious, with a covered open-air bath, so I could soak slowly even in the rain. I went three times and was very satisfied. It turned into a fun sightseeing trip.