OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts

We stayed in a triple room this time, and as expected, Hoshino Resorts hotels are always super comfortable. There are plenty of restaurants nearby, though it's a bit of a walk to the JR line. The staff were really welcoming and the breakfast buffet had a great variety. I'd definitely stay here again.

I've stayed at countless hotels during my trips to Japan, and even the old and small ones have always felt worth it. This is truly the first one that I genuinely regret. First, the location. On the map, it doesn't seem far from the JR station, but walking there is a real trek. Whether it's summer or winter, with or without luggage, the path itself is fine, but it's just so far and tiring! Second, the service is very inattentive. I booked a triple room, and I've never encountered a hotel that forgot to make up the third bed! Then, this is an old hotel that was acquired, renovated, and reopened. The overall impression is a bit like a botched renovation project – very makeshift, cobbled together, and carelessly done. They only renovated the parts they want you to see, and for the rest, they just put up a wooden board to cover it up. I booked this place specifically because of the Hoshino Resorts name, and I feel a bit deceived! Finally, the breakfast indeed tastes good, but the variety isn't extensive, though you can get full. If you don't book in advance, you can't add it on the day. If you're just going for the breakfast, I mean, where can't you find breakfast?! (The photos are what they want you to see; imagine the unseen parts yourself!)

This hotel has way too many kids. If you don't have children, it can feel incredibly noisy. The sauna is also just average, not natural hot spring water. Shopping nearby is inconvenient, with the closest convenience store about 300 meters away.

This ski-themed hotel is really interesting, with a cute design and super convenient for skiers. They offer free ski waxing and a drying room. The large public bath is just okay, though, not quite up to the standard of a Japanese onsen hotel.

It's about a 15-minute walk from JR, which was a bit tiring with luggage. Luckily, it wasn't raining or snowing. I'd recommend taking a taxi if you have a lot of luggage or people, it'll save you time and effort. The room was quite spacious, with plenty of room to open two 30-inch suitcases. There's a sauna upstairs, but we heard it was a bit stuffy, so we didn't try it. The service was pretty good, and breakfast was decent too.

First time staying at an OMO hotel, and this one in Asahikawa is about a 10-minute walk from Asahikawa Station. It's quite family-friendly, with various animal themes throughout. The lobby has a great vibe, and they offer welcome drinks and snacks after 3 PM. There were a lot of Westerners here, likely for skiing, as the hotel provides free shuttle services to the zoo and major ski resorts. The room itself felt a bit dated, and the bathroom facilities were just average. However, the amenities in the public bath were Hoshino Resorts' own brand, which was a nice touch. Breakfast was more Western-style, and the dishes were beautifully presented.

The room was a bit on the small side, but the location was good. It's suitable for skiing or families with children. The airport bus goes directly to the hotel, though it's the last stop, so the journey takes a bit longer.