7 of Hokkaido’s Hotels with the Best Breakfasts to Start Each Day - Northern Hokkaido Edition

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I want to go there, I want to go there, I want to do some research and make plans! Traveling is the most fun when you think about such things. By the way, what do you think of when you say you enjoy traveling? I think there are many things to enjoy, such as sightseeing spots and shopping, but for many people, the number one thing that comes to mind is food.

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Hokkaido, the land of the north, is a food wonderland with a wide variety of seafood, vegetables, dairy products, and more! There are many delicious foods in every prefecture, but Hokkaido 's food is on a whole other level. Nothing would make me happier than being able to eat Hokkaido gourmet food all morning at the hotel I'm staying at.

What's more, most hotel breakfasts are buffet-style, so you can eat as much as you want. Isn't that exciting just by imagining it? ♩ In this article, I will introduce a hotel in the northern "Hokkaido area" of the Hokkaido and has a reputation for delicious breakfast. Let's enjoy Hokkaido food to the fullest from the morning!

"Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa" is a hotel with a natural onsen located a 2-minute walk from the east exit of Asahikawa Station. It's close to the station, so it's convenient to go to the popular Asahiyama Zoo and Furano. In addition, on the south side of the station is the Asahikawa Kitasaito Garden, and on the north side is the pedestrian mall Heiwadori Shopping Park, both of which can be visited on foot from the hotel.

The popular breakfast is a Japanese-Western buffet style. Among the recommended dishes are the ``Special Seafood Pickled Rice Bowl,'' which is seafood marinated in a special sauce, and the ``Ipea Style Shinkoyaki,'' which is a twist on Asahikawa's local gourmet food. You can also enjoy local gourmet dishes such as Genghis Khan and Asahikawa Ramen. Charge your energy in the morning with a variety of menus!

There is a drink corner in the lobby in front of the main entrance, so after checking in, take a break first. After relaxing with a hot drink, move to your room. There are semi-double rooms, double rooms, and twin rooms, so it's easy to use whether you're traveling alone, with friends, or as a couple.

The hotel's natural onsen ``Minapirika no Yu'' has a variety of baths, including an open-air bath, a carbonated spring, and a jet bath, so you can completely relieve the fatigue of your trip. Furthermore, there are 2 types of bedrock baths and 4 types of relaxation spaces, so you can feel refreshed.It's also great that they have toiletries such as facial cleansing foam and shampoo available.

onsen is located at the foot of Mt. Asahidake, the highest peak in the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range, about 60 minutes by car from central Asahikawa. "La Vista Daisetsuzan" is located in onsen. The hotel has a somewhat nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of a European mountain lodge, and the moment you arrive, you will feel relieved and calm. You can see the majestic view of Mt. Asahidake from inside the hotel, and it's a perfect location for sightseeing in Mt. Asahidake, just 2 minutes by car from the foot station of the Mt. Asahidake Ropeway.

The breakfast is a Japanese/Western buffet style. You can enjoy soup curry, Furano jam, and other Hokkaido specialties. Start the day with a healthy meal made with local ingredients.

The lobby has a high ceiling and an open feel with a warm wooden feel reminiscent of a European mountain lodge. The warm fireplace and nostalgic furniture give off a nostalgic feel, creating a space where you can rest your mind and body.

There are six types of guest rooms to choose from, including the ``Mount View'', which offers an attractive view, the ``Luxury'', which offers a suite-like stay, and the ``Deluxe Triple'', which is recommended for group travelers. There is a hand-ground mill and coffee beans in the room, so you can enjoy your time in the room while drinking coffee.

Image provided by: OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts (https://omo-hotels.com/asahikawa/)

Approximately 13 minutes walk from Asahikawa Station. "OMO7 Asahikawa" is a new type of hotel developed by Hoshino Resorts with the theme of "an uplifting 'inside the town' hotel." There are various ways in which you can not only stay overnight, but also enjoy the entire area surrounding the hotel. One of these is a tour where you can enjoy gourmet food, alcohol, culture, and more. Guide staff called ``OMO Rangers'' will tell you about Asahikawa's deep charm.

Image provided by: OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts (https://omo-hotels.com/asahikawa/)

Breakfast is a buffet style where you can enjoy as much as you like. The breakfast aims to be a ``beautiful Hokkaido breakfast,'' and there are many colorful dishes lined up on the buffet table. Among them, ``Freshly baked salmon waffle''
"Ru" and "Tuna Mountain Wasabi Rice" are famous dishes, so be sure to try them ♪ The special waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, which is irresistible ♡ When you smell the freshly baked aroma, you can't help but smile. It's cool ♩

Image provided by: OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts (https://omo-hotels.com/asahikawa/)

The lobby lounge "OMO Base" is very spacious and open. When you arrive at your hotel, relax and enjoy a welcome drink. There's a sense of fun here and there, such as the ``welcome faucet'' where you can pour your own drink from the faucet, and the ``neighborhood map'' to help you get around town. Just being here will get you excited!

Image provided by: OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts (https://omo-hotels.com/asahikawa/)

We recommend staying in a ``studio room''. The colorful and stylish interior makes you feel excited just being in the room. It's compact but very functional, as you can store your luggage under the bed. There are a lot of exciting points, so please take advantage of it.

About 10 minutes by car from Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport. Mombetsu Central Hotel is the oldest hotel in Monbetsu, standing in a place overlooking the Sea of Okhotsk. The large communal bath is an artificial onsen that uses medicinal stones and light stones that are said to have a strong ionizing effect, so you can heal the fatigue of your trip. There is also a manga corner with about 4,000 books, so it's nice to read while lazing around in the guest room.

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The highlight of the buffet-style breakfast is all-you-can-eat fresh scallop sashimi and tataki! It's such a luxury to be able to eat a full meal in the morning...!

Another must-try menu item is Okoppe milk produced in the nearby town of Okoppe. There are various dishes that are typical of Hokkaido, and conquering all the menus is extremely difficult! Enjoy the buffet by tasting a few different things.

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Monbetsu is popular for drift ice sightseeing such as Garinko-go II. From the observatory on the 9th floor of the hotel, you can see the Sea of Okhotsk, and in winter you can see the drift ice that covers the entire surface of Okhotsk. The sight of the drift ice continuing far into the distance is impressive. You will feel like your heart is clear.

A two-minute walk from Wakkanai Station, Surfeel Hotel Wakkanai is located in the center of Wakkanai, the northernmost city in Japan, and is a popular city hotel that is also a base for sightseeing in Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park. We recommend the Twin Room with Ocean View on the 9th floor or higher, which is guaranteed to be on a high floor above the 9th floor. The view from the window is amazing and is said to cleanse the soul.

Breakfast is Japanese and Western buffet style (*Set menu may be available depending on the season). Another great thing about our dishes is that they use a lot of local ingredients, such as seasonal vegetables and seafood. It also opens early in the morning, so you can use it with confidence even if you have an early start for sightseeing.

The view from the rooms facing the sea is outstanding, and on clear days you can even see the shadow of Sakhalin. It is about a 3-minute walk to Wakkanai Kohoku Breakwater Dome, which is registered as a Hokkaido heritage site. About 10 minutes by car from the hotel is Cape Noshappu, one of Wakkanai's most scenic spots.

At the bar lounge on the top floor, you can enjoy popular creative cocktails while looking out at the night view of Soya Bay. There's also a spectacular view of the ocean outside the window! Whether you're alone, with friends, or as a couple, you're sure to have a great time no matter what the occasion.

Dormy Inn Wakkanai-Yu, conveniently located a 2-minute walk from Wakkanai Station, is a popular hotel for its natural onsen and delicious breakfast. There are twin and double guest rooms, all of which are cozy and comfortable. You can wear the Samue that is placed in your room and go anywhere in the building, so you can relax.

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Breakfast is buffet style, and you can fully enjoy the bounty of the sea. Make your own original seafood bowl as you can enjoy all the seafood that changes depending on the season.

Tenpoku-no-Yu, located on the top 10th floor, is a large natural onsen bath that has both an indoor bath and an open-air bath. It's open from 3pm to 10am the next day, so you can use it whenever you like during your stay.

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Dormy Inn is popular for its free Yonaki Soba. When you're feeling a bit hungry late at night, you can enjoy a light flavored special ramen without leaving the hotel. Forget dieting during the trip and eat as much as you want ♩

Rebun Island is located in the Sea of Japan, 60km west of Wakkanai. Because of the cool climate, more than 200 kinds of alpine plants bloom profusely from the point of 0m above sea level, and it is called "Floating Island of Flowers". “Hana Rebun” is located about 5 minutes on foot from Kafuka Port on Rebun Island. In the sea-side rooms, you can see the famous Mt. Rishirifuji from the large windows, and the view is spectacular! It's a beautiful view that makes you want to sit by the window and stare at it forever.

Breakfast is a Japanese set meal served at meal restaurant. Among them, steamed tea cups using sea urchin, which is a specialty of Rebun Island, is a must-eat! Let's savor each dish slowly and enjoy breakfast time.

Rebun Island can only be accessed by ferry. Let's go to the ferry terminal, which is about 30 minutes by car from Wakkanai Airport. There are ferries to Rebun Island from there. It takes less than 2 hours to arrive, so it's a good idea to enjoy the scenery of Hokkaido 's sea during that time.

Rishirifuji floating in the sea can be seen from the public bath. The view of the Sea of Japan and Mt. Rishiri is a valuable experience that cannot be replaced by anything. The natural onsen, Usuyuki-no-Yu, is the source of the hot spring, and you can relax your mind and body while enjoying the scenery. After taking a bath, drink the specially made "kelp water" to improve your beauty and health!

A hotel with a delicious breakfast just gets you excited. This time, we introduced hotels in the Dohoku region that have a good reputation for their delicious breakfasts. When planning your trip, it might be fun to think about breakfast as the main meal.