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Hotel Sonia Otaru

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Reception
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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1-4-20 Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-0031
  • Place, Otaru Canal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Otaru City General Museum Ungakan
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sakaimachi Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sapporo (OKD-Okadama)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin A, Canal View, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin B, Canal View, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe King, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Large Twin A, Non Smoking

  • Canal view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Large Twin B, Non Smoking

  • Canal view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Large Twin C, Non Smoking

  • Canal view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Large Twin A, Non Smoking, Eco Plan - No Cleaning Service

  • Canal view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Large Twin B, Non Smoking, Eco Plan - No Cleaning Service

  • Canal view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Large Twin C, Non Smoking, Eco Plan - No Cleaning Service

  • Canal view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (Eco Plan - No Cleaning Service)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe King Room, Non Smoking

  • Canal view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Canal view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Canal view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Canal view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Twin, Canal View, Non Smoking

Superior Twin, Canal View, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Family Triple Non Smoking

Deluxe Family Triple Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

Deluxe Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room (Single Use), Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Otaru

When you stay at Hotel Sonia Otaru in Otaru, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of Otaru Canal and Nichigin-dōri. .This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Otaru Art Village and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Otaru City General Museum Ungakan.

What's nearby

  • Otaru Canal - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Otaru City General Museum Ungakan - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sakaimachi Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Otaru Music Box Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rinyu Morning Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Otaru Station - 9 min walk
  • Teine Station - 21 min drive
  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ルタオ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪小樽ビール 小樽倉庫No.1 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪おたる政寿司 ぜん庵 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪北海あぶりやき 運河倉庫 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ポプラファーム 小樽店 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Sonia Otaru

Hotel Sonia Otaru offers 149 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 26-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen). This service features separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight. There are hot springs open between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM.
Make yourself at home in one of the 149 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as hot springs, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Stop by the hotel's restaurant, 寿司バル イルオナイ（IL ONAI）, for dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service is provided. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
寿司バル イルオナイ（IL ONAI） - This sushi bar serves breakfast and dinner.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (JPY 1,200 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (JPY 1,200 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,420 for adults and JPY 1,400 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 寿司バル イルオナイ（IL ONAI）

Things to do

  • Hot spring

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 39 ºC
  • In-room massages
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 1992
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 4500.0 per night

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2420 for adults and JPY 1400 for children
  • Self parking fee: JPY 1200 per night
  • Extended parking fee: JPY 1200 per day
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 4500.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Hotel Sonia Otaru

Sonia Hotel

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Hotel Sonia Otaru, Hokkaido

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Hotel Sonia Otaru Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel staff could use better customer service training. Passive aggression runs rampant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Maurice

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly this hotel was a sheer disappointment. The rooms were in such an inacceptable state, we left after 1 night. Everything was old, dirty, dusty and mouldy. Our bedding was stained upon arrival and had to reuest they be changed. All the walls were marked and stained, it was dusty and tuere was mould in the shower. Completely unacceptable for the conditoon of the rooms. They did not reflect the rating or the advertised photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, nice area, friendly staff, and spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, overlooking the canal, such a beautiful view at night. Bed was firm but actually comfortable, room size was decent too. Onsen was great, all amenities were clean. I will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best location, walkable to everything including the station. Great view of the canal from the spa. Amenities were great as well as all staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

oriol, san diego

Easy and quick
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Naomi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George, Singapore

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome venue… booked with the Canal view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chezlani

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location for our family ski stay in Otaru. Easy access to train/bus terminal, 30 mins bus ride to Asari Ski Resort. Awesome canal view and nice walkable area for exploring Otaru.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great onsen experience! Lady's hot spring has outdoor area, Men's side does not, but have a great harbor & canal view. We heard that the breakfast there is great, and it is true! The only drawback is that there are only two laundary machines.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mun H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lobby was nice and it has all the great free amenities like skin care, tea a coffee. It also has a great onsen. However, the rooms are tired.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sayuri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Sue Kyung

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Reiko

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The building seems to be pretty old and outdated. The view from the room was good, however.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Iren, Neuss

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in the best area on the Otaru canal, it is a bit older but still very nice and clean. Bed was comfy. Very nice for a couple of nights. It also has an onsen which is rare in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natsuko, Fairlawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the Otaru canal and museums, shops and restaurant. The big bathes with natural spring water is excellent.
Within walking distance you can see very romantic scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location between the rain station and the main attraction street. Very cozy cute hotel. The bathroom was super small though. Breakfast buffet was pretty good and well organised, online waiting room really helped. Per my understanding parking is limited, but we did not have a car. View of the canal was nice. Onsen was pretty small, but at least not that crowded. No sauna and both baths were pretty hot. Other than that, I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

philip

Travelled with family
Staff was not friendly. Got there at 2:45 and would let us check in 15 min early. Asked to help call a taxi and declined help. Good location but honestly better hotels to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bikky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025