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About the Hotel

1-4-20 Ironai, Otaru, Japan, Hokkaido
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Steps from the Otaru Canal
Great
8.3
8.2
/10
3.3
4.1
/5

Offering a laundromat and a shopping area, the 4-star Hotel Sonia Otaru lies in a historical neighbourhood, only 650 metres from the Bank of Japan Otaru Museum and 1 km from the Kitaichi Venetian Art Museum. Only steps away from the restored Otaru Canal, this hotel with 147 rooms features various recreational opportunities and hot springs, plus an à la carte restaurant, serving Japanese specials.

Location

The Otaru Denuki Koji is located around a 5-minute walk from the hotel, and such natural sites as the Temiya Park is 2.2 km away. Guests can visit places of worship such as the circa-1859 Shinto Suitengu Shrine, situated not far from the Sonia.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Japan, which is approximately 300 metres away. This accommodation is also 17 minutes' stroll from the Ryugu Shrine and Otaru Canal Terminal bus station is nearly 5 minutes' walk away.

Hotel Sonia Otaru is a 34-minute drive from Sapporo Okadama airport, and 1.8 km from Minami Otaru train station.

Rooms

The rooms feature a trouser press and an air conditioner, along with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. They are decorated with elegant furniture and include a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower provided in en suite bathrooms. Enjoy views of the canal, while staying at the Sonia Otaru.

Eat & Drink

Serving both food and drinks, Otaru Soko No.1 is situated a few moments from this hotel.

Leisure & Business

You will find a hot tub in the pool area.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Otaru Canal in the evening for a romantic stroll.
  • Savor fresh sushi at Otaru's famous Sushikun for local flavors.
  • Explore the Music Box Museum for unique handmade souvenirs.
  • Try the sweet 'Shio Ramen' at Ramen Santoka, a local favorite.
  • Discover hidden gems at the Otaru Glass Workshops for art.
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Hotel Sonia Otaru offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Twin Room B Canal view Non-Smoking
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Water view
Shower
Heating
Large Twin Room B Non-Smoking
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Twin Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Large Twin Room C Non-Smoking
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Hotel Sonia Otaru offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Hot spring bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Public Bath

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel Sonia Otaru Location

1-4-20 Ironai, Otaru, Japan, Hokkaido
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1-4-20 Ironai, Otaru, Japan, Hokkaido
Nearby
5 Minatomachi
Otaru Canal
1200 ft
1 Chome-3-1 Ironai
Otaru Art Base
500 ft
The Site of Temiya Line
1100 ft
1 Chome-1-8 Ironai
Otaru Taishou Glass Palace
1800 ft
2 Chome-1-20 Ironai
Otaru City General Museum Canal Museum
700 ft
1-3-10
Former Mitsui Sumitomo Bank Otaru Branch
500 ft
1-1-12 Ironai
Otaru Canal Terminal
700 ft
1 Chome-8-6 Ironai
Former Hokkaido Bank Head Office
900 ft
1-11-16 Ironai
Otaru Museum
1000 ft
1-3-1 Ironai Otaru Art Base
Nitori Museum of Art
600 ft
1-1-6 Ironai
Taishougarasu Museum
1000 ft
1-6-25
Kokkaido Kamishoji Bldg
500 ft
2-11-1
Former Yasuda Bank Otaru Branch
600 ft
1-6-32 Ironai
Former Otaru Chamber of Commerce and Industry
400 ft
1-2-18 Ironai
Former Tsushin Densetsu Hama Building
400 ft
1-6-27 Ironai
Former Tsukamoto Store
400 ft
2-1-20 Ironai
Former Otaru Warehouse
700 ft
1-10-21 Ironai
Former Dai-Ichi Bank
800 ft
1-20 Sakaimachi
Musicbox Laboratory Kaimeiro
1300 ft
1-9-5 Ironai
Otaru Bungakukan
1000 ft
2-3-12
Former Ohie Warehouse
1100 ft
2-4-7 Ironai
Former Hayakawa Branch Store
1100 ft
Restaurants
Otaru Soko No.1
800 ft
5-4 Minatomachi
Sizzle
600 ft
1-4-16 Ironai Hotel Nord Otaru 2F
Hokkaiaburiyaki Ungasoko
900 ft
5-4 Minatomachi
Ironai Soba
1000 ft
1-5-8 Ironai
Cafe Ironai Shokudo
900 ft
1-6-27 Ironai
Uroko Banya
500 ft
1-5-16 Ironai
Otaru Chinese Restaurant Hao
1300 ft
1-2-18 Ironai Kyowahama Bldg.
Sawasakisuisan Kaisenshokudo
1300 ft
1-17 Ironai Otaru Denuki Koji 1F
Masazushi Zenan
1200 ft
1-2-1 Ironai
The Ball
1400 ft
1-8-25 Ironai Unwind Hotel & Bar Otaru 1F
Sushiko
800 ft
2-2-6 Ironai
Getting around
City Centre
Otaru6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Sapporo Okadama (OKD)58 min  ·  24.0 mi
New Chitose (CTS)128 min  ·  53.0 mi
Train
Otaru Station3 min  ·  700 ft
Minami Otaru Station18 min  ·  5000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at JPY 1200 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of JPY2,420 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
147

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Sonia Otaru from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 654 verified reviews
8.0/10
Great
81%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Location
8.9/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.4/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 288 reviews
3.5/5
based on 1385 reviews
8.3/10
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