Century Marina Hakodate

This Hotel came highly recommended by a friend for its wonderful breakfast, and it truly lived up to the praise. Both the buffet and the kaiseki-style breakfast were delicious and fun. Everything looked so good that I ended up eating far too much, so a bit of self-control might be needed (as usual, I still wasn’t hungry by lunchtime). The free-flow alcohol option also really lifted my spirits!In addition to breakfast, I’d also highlight the great location—about a 5-minute walk from Hakodate Station and around 3 minutes from the streetcar stop. The drum-type washer/dryer in the Room was very convenient during rainy weather and in seasons when you tend to sweat more (detergent is provided).One small note: the in-house loungewear is labeled “M” and “F,” so if you assume “M” means “women’s,” you may end up laughing like I did—“M” actually means a larger size, so it was very baggy on me. There are loungewear samples near the shop on 2F1, so I recommend checking them while you’re there to look at the pillow selection.I recommend both breakfast options (buffet and kaiseki), and the large public bath spanning two floors was also enjoyable. It’s a Hotel where I’d definitely like to book a Multiple Night Stay next time.

What impressed me most was the breakfast.In addition to the carefully prepared dishes, the robatayaki scallops and fresh fish were excellent, and the Hokkaido rice cooked in a ceramic pot was also delicious. There was also a selection of toppings for rice, including salmon roe, making it a truly luxurious menu.All of the desserts were homemade and delicious. The free drinks included draft beer and sake, which made my husband very happy.The service was outstanding as well, and it’s a Hotel I would definitely like to visit again. Thank you very much.