Tokachi Gardens Hotel

Tokachi Gardens Hotel’s biggest appeal was that, despite its extremely convenient location right in front of Obihiro Station, it offers a large public bath with moor hot spring water. The rooms are not as sleek and modern as the newest hotels; instead, they have a slightly nostalgic city-hotel feel. However, they are well equipped with everything you need, and I was able to relax comfortably. Bath towels and face towels are provided in the public bath area, so it’s convenient to use it with almost nothing to carry from your room. Hair liquid, hair tonic, and aftershave lotion were available, but I did not see basic skincare items such as toner or emulsion/lotion, so if you need them it’s best to bring your own. There is also a coin laundry: in addition to drum-type washer-dryers, there were two sets of separate washers and dryers on the men’s bath side. The PIN-code system made me feel secure since it helps prevent others from opening the machines mid-cycle. Breakfast was also delicious—pork rice bowls (butadon), Totteppo yogurt, Hokkaido-grown rice, local eggs, and more—offering a taste of Tokachi even though it’s an in-front-of-the-station hotel. Those looking for Hokkaido’s great outdoors or the Tokachi Plain atmosphere as part of the hotel stay itself may find it a bit lacking; however, for JR travelers, business trips, or anyone with early-morning plans the next day, this is an extremely practical choice. Being able to enjoy moor hot springs right by Obihiro Station is a major advantage. Overall, rather than a resort-style sightseeing hotel, it felt like a highly practical station-front hotel where you can still get a small taste of Tokachi. Considering the price and location, I was very satisfied with my stay.

I made a Reservation because it’s conveniently located near the station and has a large public bath. Due to JR service suspensions, I had to check out suddenly, but the staff handled everything smoothly. I was in such a rush that I left something behind, and they responded kindly and carefully. It was my first time trying a buffet-style breakfast, so I’m sorry I couldn’t make use of it. I’d like to stay again.