Ryotei Hanayura

Stayed in Noboribetsu for the first time in 10 years. This time, it was a trip with kids.The room felt newer and more spacious than it looked in the official photos, which made me happy.After visiting Jigokudani and Oyunuma, I immediately enjoyed the onsen at the large public bath. The variety of baths there was great, but since our room also had an open-air onsen bath, I decided to fully enjoy it after dinner and breakfast while listening to the sound of light rain.This is just my personal impression, but I felt that the buffet-style breakfast didn’t have a very wide selection of dishes.Thank you to the front desk staff for your kind assistance!

My first visit to Noboribetsu started with a bit of uncertainty. Arriving at the Noboribetsu Bus Terminal via highway bus from Chitose Airport, I noticed it was surprisingly quiet for a Saturday. Despite the number of accommodations in the area, there were no shuttle buses waiting to take guests to their destinations. Feeling slightly uneasy, I walked to my accommodation through considerable rain.As soon as I entered the lobby, however, my worries began to fade. The entrance was luxurious with large windows and an impeccably clean space—impressive considering how challenging it must be to maintain! The front desk staff member was exactly as described in reviews: calm, polite, and welcoming.The room exceeded all expectations—it was spacious, spotless, and beautifully furnished. It included a private open-air hot spring bath with natural flowing water—a special suite indeed! Amenities such as towels and yukata were generously provided beyond what we could have imagined.Next came the highlight: the renowned public baths.Wow! Milky white waters with three different types of hot springs—so relaxing! After just two soaks over our stay, even my lingering back pain from weeks prior had disappeared. Of course, I also enjoyed multiple dips in our private milky-white open-air bath.Dinner featured beautifully presented dishes that were absolutely delicious. However, portions might feel slightly small for some; they seemed perfect for those who enjoy pairing meals with drinks though. Breakfast offered a half-buffet style meal where Hokkaido asparagus stood out—I couldn’t resist going back for seconds (and thirds!).Our entire family left feeling completely satisfied and eager to return someday—perhaps during autumn foliage season next time! Special thanks go out to Mr./Ms. N-mura at the dining venue for their thoughtful care throughout our meals.One area that could use improvement is updating your website information regarding access details: there are no shuttle buses from BT (Bus Terminal), nor are taxis readily available—important considerations if traveling with family members who have mobility issues.All in all though, this trip turned out wonderfully thanks to your exceptional hospitality.Thank you so much—we look forward to visiting again someday!