Shiretoko was designated one of the world’s heritage sites in 2005. At Shiretoko, the grand sea of Okhotsk and natural scenery stretch out to fill your sight. Since there are many onsen gushing forth on the Shiretoko peninsula, you will be able to enjoy high quality hot spring. Utoro which is the main tourist draw for Shiretoko has many hotels and minshuku (hotels run by family). Here are a few places to stay which will make both sightseeing and activities more convenient for you.
KITAKOBUSHI SHIRETOKO Hotel & Resort
The KITAKOBUSHI SHIRETOKO Hotel & Resort lets you have your fill of the great outdoors of Utoro, and it’s also a hotel which gives you easy access to the tourist spots nearby. The guest rooms range from the standard to the refined rooms with open air bath attached, and there are a variety of rooms with different backdrops. You’ll have a splendid view from the rooms facing the sea of Okhotsk. The meals are mainly made from local ingredients, and can even be enjoyed with your eyes. Feel free to choose from the buffet-style restaurant or grill restaurant. The hot spring is a open air bath where you can take your time and enjoy the sublime view of the ocean. How about you recover from strenuous activities while looking at the beautiful Okhotsk seas?
Spot information
- Spot name: KITAKOBUSHI SHIRETOKO Hotel & Resort (北こぶし 知床 ホテル ＆ リゾート)
- Street address: 172 Utorohigashi, Shari, Shari District, Hokkaido 099-4355
- Access: From the Utoro Shari Station, it takes 50 minutes to reach the Utoro Sauna Bus Terminal, and from there it’s 5 minute walk.
Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel
The hotel with a cozy atmosphere Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel (知床第一ホテル) is a place where you’ll have great access to the natural surrounding of Shiretoko. There are plenty of guest rooms and room types, from the standard Japanese-style rooms to the modern western rooms. High quality rooms decorated with carefully picked furniture and scenery can be chosen too. At the large restaurants, there are buffet meals or course meals which can be eaten in your own room or a scene of your liking. The Onsen is the Utoro Onsen which contains high natrium and chloride content. Relax and unwind in the large public bath which gives you a beautiful Shiretoko view.
Spot information
- Spot name: Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel
- Street address: 306, Utorokagawa, Shari, Shari District, Hokkaido
- Access: A 50-minute bus ride from the Shiretoko Shari Station to [Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal], and 10 minutes walk from the bus stop.
Shiretoko Villa Hotel Freeze
The Shiretoko Villa Hotel Freeze is where you can feel the natural environment of Shiretoko, a country-style hotel in a quiet surrounding. It is a location where you can see the skies and the rivers at night. There are as many as 6 villas, and they are rented per building, so you can enjoy your private time. The rooms are attached with a open air bath where you can hear the sound of the mountain streams and walk through the forest therapy. As for meals, room service is provided and food will be sent to each room. Various seafood from the Okhotsk seas and vegetables planted in the magnificent soil of Hokkaido are also provided. In summer, you can even enjoy having a meal at the outdoor terrace. Besides that, there are also barbecue meal plan and hot pot-style meal plan available.
Spot information
- Spot name: Shiretoko Villa Hotel Freeze
- Street address: 63-27, Toyosato, Shari, Shari District, Hokkaido
- Access: Around 15 minutes drive from Shiretoko Shari JR Station.
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