Kyukamura Shikotsuko

“Gem of a Resort.”

Our arrival at the New Chitose Airport was delayed by an hour due to a thunderstorm. We drove in the dark to Kyukumura Shikotsuko aided by the English GPS in our rental car. Although there were no street lamps along the roads beyond the city, the multiple green flashing arrows suspended above the c… Mehr

Our arrival at the New Chitose Airport was delayed by an hour due to a thunderstorm. We drove in the dark to Kyukumura Shikotsuko aided by the English GPS in our rental car. Although there were no street lamps along the roads beyond the city, the multiple green flashing arrows suspended above the country roads pointing vertically downward to indicate the location of the road were very useful. The low speed limit between 50 and 70 kph helped too. We had notified the hotel that we would arrive late and they had promised to ensure dinner was available. We could see kitchen staff busily assembling our dinner in the empty dining area when we arrived at 8.20 pm. The receptionist at the hotel spoke very good English and was most courteous. We were very grateful for the sumptuous hot meal in the deserted dining room. We had a western style room on the third level in adjoining block accessible by elevator to the second level in the main block and a sort of sky-bridge to the next block and up a flight of stairs. People with problems of mobility should take note and ask for rooms in the main block. Our room was clean and cosy equipped with an air-pot that boils water, a thermos of ice water and snacks. The absence of in-room shower facilities was unexpected but not a big deal. Most onsen hotels have cramped shower areas that are barely usable anyway. The toilet and sink were all we needed since there was an onsen on the second level. The indoor onsen was very clean, basic and free of frills in the right way. The serenity of soaking in the still of the night was priceless. It was only in the morning that I realised that the hotel was nestled in the heart of beautiful national park. Walking trails begin at the driveway of the hotel and encircle the building. We were surrounded by lush greenery and the sounds of birds and insects embraced us. A short walk from the entrance to the hotel took us to a viewing deck with a panoramic view of Shikotsuko Lake. Several footpaths were seen leading downhill toward the lake. The buffet breakfast offered a wide range of traditional Japanese and Western foods. The little yellow buns the size of golf balls were delicious. The food was generally well-cooked and modest. We were almost reluctant to leave after our one-night stay. This resort is probably worth a three-night stay given the profusion of walking trails, the proximity of Shikutsuko Lake and hiking trails a short drive away.

Weniger

“Very nice spa hotel in forest setting”

Stayed here for two nights and very happy with experience. I was arriving from Furano and arrived at 3pm for check in. English is kind of sparse in the hotel, which seems to be the norm, even in hospitality in Japan. But check in was fine. I had the breakfast/dinner deal here. I stayed on the … Mehr

Stayed here for two nights and very happy with experience. I was arriving from Furano and arrived at 3pm for check in. English is kind of sparse in the hotel, which seems to be the norm, even in hospitality in Japan. But check in was fine. I had the breakfast/dinner deal here. I stayed on the third floor of the annex and the western room was fine. The bed was great except for the pillows, although there were other pillows available to loan at reception. The hotel location is great for the lake and I took a few walks around the grounds and near the bird watching part. There were also deer walking around the park. As a vegetarian, the dinner and breakfast were fine as it was a buffet. But some more labelling might have been good. If you want to have a drink in your room or any other supplies, be sure to buy in Chitose before you come to Lake Shikotsuko, because there are no convenience stores nearby. I used the spa/sauna twice a day and it was great. The water felt much more different to other spas I've been to, but in a good way. I used the laundry too, which was straight forward. As for activities, you can walk around the lake and see the birds of prey flying around. I drove up to Lake Okotampe to get a picture which was very nice and then I drove around the lake. The favourite part for me was hiking up Mount Tarumae and seeing the views at the top, which were breath-taking. So vast were the forests around the mountain, which is smoke billowing volcano. No bears seen though. After I checked-out, I drove down to Noboribetsu (about one hour) and visited Hell's Valley and went to Lake Kuttara. Lovely natural area to visit.

Weniger

“Kyukamura Shikotsuko National Park Resort 6-7 Feb 2019”

A very Japanese style resort, tatami. No bathroom attached in rooms only toilet. To shower at common hot spring bath area. Relaxing and quiet resort deep inside a park. Very friendly and patient staff. Only indoor hot spring available. Free parking is available for guests. Rooms are clean and sleep… Mehr

A very Japanese style resort, tatami. No bathroom attached in rooms only toilet. To shower at common hot spring bath area. Relaxing and quiet resort deep inside a park. Very friendly and patient staff. Only indoor hot spring available. Free parking is available for guests. Rooms are clean and sleep area is separated by a sliding door from the toilet.

Weniger

“Nice but not great”

This is a nice hotel, the location is surely perfect only 5 minutes walk up from the lake. The employees are very friendly and the two meals we had were also very nice. However it is a bit worn, in our room several lamp shades were damaged, and the overall look of the hotel is that it has seen bett… Mehr

This is a nice hotel, the location is surely perfect only 5 minutes walk up from the lake. The employees are very friendly and the two meals we had were also very nice. However it is a bit worn, in our room several lamp shades were damaged, and the overall look of the hotel is that it has seen better days. Also many of the photos shown are taken with a really wide angle lens, neither the rooms nor the onsen are nearly as large as they look. So in summary, nice, not great, especially since it wasn't exactly cheap.

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