I stayed at Hotel Nord Otaru because I wanted to stay at a hotel with a delicious breakfast. The highlight is that you can freely make your own seafood bowl! And it comes with salmon roe! The seafood bowl corner offers salmon roe mix, negitoro, shrimp, baby scallops, squid shiokara, salmon, and more. There's also avocado paste and kaiware. I made my bowl with a little rice and lots of seafood! It's fresh and delicious! They also have many Hokkaido specialty products like crispy fried potatoes, corn fritters, edamame paste, and more. My favorite was the scallop shiokara. I enjoyed it with warm vegetables like potatoes and corn fritters. When traveling, I always feel like I have to try the local specialties, so having a buffet is great because you can try a variety of dishes.

On weekends when I have free time, I usually stay in my hometown Sapporo, but this time I took a short trip by JR to Otaru. It takes about 35 minutes from Sapporo Station to Otaru. The hotel I stayed at is not too far from Otaru Station, located along the canal. It's a moderately sized hotel with a slightly retro feel. There was no free drink service. I stayed on the 5th floor and had a view of the canal from my room. Breakfast was served at the restaurant on the 2nd floor. I was told it might be crowded, but it wasn't too bad. I chose a seat by the window. It was a leisurely breakfast time with a view. The breakfast buffet featured typical Hokkaido dishes - seafood, Genghis Khan (grilled lamb), soup curry, and various condiments for rice porridge. The dessert selection was a bit lacking, mainly fruits. They had Hokkaido-style yakisoba, but I wasn't sure if it was necessary. Instead of ikura (salmon roe) which is common in Hokkaido hotel breakfasts, they had sujiko (salmon caviar) which was really good. It was delicious and I think I could just have that alone. The seafood selection included sweet shrimp, salmon, negitoro (minced tuna with green onions), and squid. The sweet shrimp lived up to its name with a sweet taste. The Genghis Khan was tender and tasty when eaten before it cooled down. Although I tried various dishes, next time I stay there, I might stick to sujiko, rice, miso soup, Genghis Khan, seafood, nori (seaweed), and tamagoyaki (rolled omelette). It was a satisfying breakfast experience.

I stayed at the Hotel Nord Otaru, which is part of the Mystays hotel chain. The exterior of the hotel blends in with the stone buildings of the town, with a grand and imposing marble structure. Inside, the warm and gentle wooden interior helps to soothe the fatigue of travel. The first floor patio is a marble-surrounded open space with a fountain and seasonal flowers, creating a romantic atmosphere. In the lobby, there is a coffee maker available for guests to use for free, with containers provided for taking coffee back to the room. Breakfast is served in the second floor restaurant in a buffet style, featuring Hokkaido specialties, self-serve seafood bowls, and seafood barbecues. It was quite good.

One of the recommended points of Hotel Nord Otaru is their breakfast buffet! The variety of side dishes is incredibly rich. You can create your own seafood donburi with various types of seafood, enjoy soup curry, zangi, and buttered potatoes, giving you a mini Hokkaido experience. Even the salad dressings showed a sense of taste in their selection. Of course, I enjoyed creating my own donburi in the morning, and tried a little bit of various dishes. And the almond jelly dessert! Served with plenty of mango, it was also amazing! I was so full from eating too much in the morning (laughs) Be careful not to overeat at buffet-style restaurants!

You can enjoy seafood, cheese, and other Hokkaido-like dishes at the lunch buffet. There are plenty of vegetables, so it doesn't feel like there's only meat and fatty foods like at many other lunch buffets. There are both tourists and locals dining here. It may be simple, but having "Furano jam" next to the yogurt is amazing. If you try it and find it delicious, I hope you'll consider buying Furano jam as a souvenir.

I stayed at a hotel in Otaru and had breakfast there. It was included in the accommodation plan. If you ordered it separately, it was around 1,800 yen. I had checked the breakfast on Tabelog the night before and found out that there was a seafood bowl corner with salmon roe and even vinegared rice. However, to my disappointment, I couldn't find the salmon roe. So, I decided to make my own seafood bowl with scallops, salmon, and squid. Overall, the breakfast was slightly above average and quite good. Thank you for the meal.

On the second day of the Hokkaido whirlwind family trip, one important factor in choosing accommodation is the breakfast buffet. The buffet here offers a wide variety of Japanese and Western dishes, with a rich selection of salads and soups. A standout feature is the self-serve seafood bowl that goes beyond the typical buffet. Sweet shrimp, small dried fish, salmon, squid, etc. are all available in unlimited servings! There's also soba with simmered herring, corn soup, and soup curry that are delicious. The quality of the fruits was also high, so I was very satisfied. Thank you for the meal.

I went to Hotel Nord for a lunch buffet along the Otaru Canal. The hotel is located straight down towards the port from Otaru Station, at the intersection corner with a three-lane road on one side. The lunch buffet starts from 11:30 for ¥1800. You can see the Otaru Canal from the bright and beautiful restaurant. The evening lights must be beautiful too. The menu is rich with a variety of Japanese, Western, and dessert options, making it quite enjoyable. The milk pudding for dessert was delicious, so I had seconds. It's a nice little luxury lunch option when sightseeing around the Otaru Canal.

This time, we focused on Otaru for our trip and decided to stay at Nord, right in front of the canal, for 2 nights. We booked it 2 months in advance, so even during Golden Week, we got a super cheap deal of 30,000 yen for 2 nights for 5 people. We opted for room-only as we knew we wouldn't be able to eat the next day after visiting the Shirokuma Shokudo (laughs). My wife rarely eats breakfast, and my second daughter doesn't eat much, so when we decided to have breakfast on the day of our stay, it cost 1,800 yen for adults and 900 yen for children. This time, my eldest daughter and I used it on the first night. The restaurant on the second floor overlooks the canal. We were seated by the window, and it was really nice to have breakfast while looking at the canal with so many memories. There were a lot of seafood dishes, and you could even make a bowl of rice with toppings. Although there were a decent number of options, unfortunately, it doesn't compare to the breakfast at La Vista Hakodate Bay where we stayed last year (laughs). They serve award-winning breakfast there. Still, the rice was delicious, and I had seconds with some salted fish roe and cod roe... it's too salty, isn't it (laughs). Having morning coffee while looking at the canal, spending the best time with my eldest daughter!! On this day, we visited Maruyama Zoo and Shiroi Koibito Park, and at night, we finally fulfilled our wish of dining at Shirokuma Shokudo. A hearty breakfast, no lunch... (laughs) Thank you for the meal.

I was very impressed with the hotel's retro and dignified Meiji-era building during my summer trip to Hokkaido. The girls in our group loved the atmosphere. The service was also elegant. The hotel seems to have opened in the Heisei era, but the historical details in the design are amazing. The breakfast buffet was the only meal provided, but it was familiar and unique. One highlight was the make-your-own mini seafood bowl, where you could layer sushi rice with salmon roe, scallops, squid, and sweet shrimp, then sprinkle with seaweed and soy sauce. It was so good that I had five bowls! Of course, there were also bread and other options, but it truly felt like a gourmet experience in Otaru, Hokkaido. Thank you for the delicious meal.

During my trip in November, I stayed at this hotel. I was planning to travel using public transportation without renting a car, so I chose this convenient hotel. The room faced the canal, offering a nice view. I used my accumulated miles for the flight and a travel voucher for the hotel. I booked a spacious room through JTB, and luckily got upgraded to a suite. The room was large, and I could even see the canal from the bath, making it a relaxing stay. The breakfast was a buffet with dishes that reflected the flavors of Hokkaido. I enjoyed my breakfast while looking out at the canal. It was a cozy and peaceful hotel. I would love to stay here again.

Business trip to Otaru City. This time I stayed at Hotel Nord Otaru. I have been to Otaru many times, but it has been a while since I came here for a business trip. For dinner, I went to a restaurant with an elegant atmosphere and a sophisticated setting. The waiter provided impeccable service with grace. I ordered the "Japanese-style steak set". Of course, when in Otaru, you have to have Otaru beer! Now, let's dig in! "Otaru beer is just amazing!" "The fresh asparagus is so juicy." *Visited in June* "The taste of the steak is top-notch, but it could be a bit more tender." For breakfast, there was a buffet and everything was delicious and well-prepared.

On a certain weekday in August 2013, my wife, 6-year-old daughter, and I stayed at this hotel. We had flown from Haneda Airport to New Chitose Airport, and then took the JR Rapid Airport train from New Chitose Airport Station to Otaru Station. Before visiting my grandmother in Sapporo, we decided to do a little sightseeing in Otaru. This hotel is located just a short walk from JR Otaru Station, about 10 minutes, and right in front of the Otaru Canal, making it a great location for tourists. We booked a breakfast buffet plan online, which was surprisingly affordable. The breakfast buffet was held in the restaurant on the second floor, with a view of the old warehouses along the Otaru Canal. We were able to enjoy seafood and mountain produce from Hokkaido, as well as dishes made with pork from Akaike Village in the same region as Otaru. After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we checked out of the hotel and took a local bus to the Otaru Aquarium.

This is a very stylish hotel located very close to the Otaru Canal. We stayed as a family of three. The lobby on the first floor has an antique feel. The room is a triple (one is a sofa bed). It is quite spacious, with a sufficiently large bath. There are two toilets. Breakfast is served buffet-style on the second floor restaurant. There is a wide variety of Japanese and Western dishes. The content is standard, but having breakfast while overlooking the Otaru Canal and the warehouses along the canal was nice. I think this hotel is in a very good location for sightseeing in Otaru.

Accommodation with breakfast included. There was a variety of Japanese and Western food options, and I opted for the classic Western lineup. The bread selection included sprouted brown rice, sesame, and mugwort. I tried one of each as they were small and round in size. There was also sliced bread available with a toaster, but I chose the aforementioned bread. While I would have preferred croissants, the scrambled eggs, ham, and boiled sausages were all delicious without any strange flavors. The vegetable soup was a consommé base with finely chopped vegetables cooked until soft. There was also milk-stewed cabbage rolls and meatballs. The cabbage rolls were well-seasoned and the meatballs were flavorful, although the soup was slightly salty. The salad was basic with lettuce, cut vegetables, and sliced onions. There were four types of salad dressings available, including French, Italian, wasabi, and an additional mystery one which turned out to be plum dressing. My husband mistakenly poured wasabi dressing on his salad, thinking it was Italian dressing, and had to add more vegetables to balance the flavor. The orange juice was standard, and I would have been happier if there was grapefruit juice available. Other beverage options included milk, oolong tea, tomato juice, coffee, and tea. There were also plain yogurt, cut fruits (pineapple, grapefruit), and cereal available. Overall, the breakfast was not exceptional but not disappointing either. The seating area mostly had window seats with a view of the Otaru Canal from the second floor, which was pleasant on a sunny morning.

I used it when staying at a hotel on a regular morning. It was incredibly delicious. The rice was excellent. The freshness, quality, and cooking method were all top-notch. It was really delicious. I don't usually eat much in the morning, but I couldn't help but go for seconds. The side dishes included grilled fish, sausages, omelette, pickled plum, pickles, miso soup, seaweed, salad, and coffee, all satisfying. Sometimes I get tired of hotel breakfasts that are cold, but I don't think anything was cold here. The variety was overwhelming. There were definitely more options than I could finish, making it very satisfying. The Western-style version also looked very delicious. Of course, it was all-you-can-eat buffet. The view of the city from the restaurant was nice, and the restaurant itself was clean with impeccable service.

In Hokkaido, many hotels offer all-you-can-eat seafood bowls for breakfast. They are all delicious and it's hard to choose the best one. The side dishes at Nord were also quite good. Especially the Matsumae pickles and fried corn can also be a great accompaniment to alcohol.