Last time I came to Hakodate, I stayed at the famous La Vista Hakodate Annex Hotel (not the one in Hakodate Bay). The experience was very good. However, because the itinerary was a bit rushed this time, I didn't book La Vista. I temporarily chose Century Marina, which has a good reputation. The location is right next to La Vista and is also in the Kanemori Warehouse Group. It takes about 7 minutes to get there from the JR station. Downstairs is the Hakodate Morning Market.
The feature here is that guests can choose their favorite aromatherapy and pillows that they feel comfortable with before checking in. There are many choices of aromatherapy and pillows, each with a large row, and there is always one suitable for you. Aromatherapy can be placed next to the pillow to help sleep.
La Vista is more famous for breakfast, and I didn't expect Century Marina to be quite good. The variety is very rich and the ingredients are top-notch. During the peak breakfast time, there will be a queue for calling numbers. Many Hakodate-limited ones must not be missed. Beer and champagne are provided, and coffee is from the local brand Meiling, which can be taken away when you leave.
The open-air hot spring faces Mount Hakodate, and the scenery is not much different from La Vista. There are indoor and outdoor hot springs. The outdoor one is of course not to be missed, but it will be closed if it rains, so be aware of this. Take an open-air bath while looking at Mt. Hakodate and the streets of Hakodate, and then have a spa after coming out, and the fatigue of the journey will disappear. By the way, the lotion here is particularly easy to use, a local brand, the lotion is very easy to spread, and has a good moisturizing effect. It is sold in the store downstairs for 2,300 yen. It is recommended not to miss it. I searched the entire network but couldn't find it.
- Guest User
The location is good. But it is still 10 minutes walk from the station. Also, it has some distance from the streetcar or bus station (5-6 minutes walk). For me, it is perfectly fine. But my wife complains about it.
The breakfast is amazing. Please do choose to have breakfast in hotel at least once. You won’t regret it. I had ikura and salmon sashimi for breakfast. Never imagined that before.
The hotel’s shop is great. It has great selections of local food, snacks and fashions. We stayed two days and got 2000 yens (13 dollars) coupon that can be used in the shop. You can also choose to borrow special pillows and aroma oils behind the shop (for free).
The Onsen on the top of the hotel is fantastic. It has great atmosphere with great views. It also has a sky lounge and food stand right at the entrance.
Highly recommend!
- konatahu