Champagne, beer, wine, sake, whiskey, and other drinks are all free. The lineup is fantastic, with a variety of late-night snacks, appetizers, and snacks available for all-you-can-eat. Located around Lake Shikotsu, about a 35-minute drive from New Chitose Airport, this all-suite hotel offers rooms with open-air baths overlooking Lake Shikotsu. The hot springs are also thick and relaxing. While there is no large communal bath, guests can use the hot springs at a sister hotel across the street with a shuttle service available. Wine and sake are also available for free, and for those who want something more luxurious, there are additional options. The menu of drinks is listed for you to see. Upon arrival, we ordered champagne, fruit platter, and high-quality chocolate. Room service is also complimentary, and you can order as much alcohol as you like. We ordered an hors d'oeuvres set and potato croquettes through room service. There is also a bar where you can enjoy cocktails and other drinks for free. We ordered the "Aoi" cocktail. The meal, a delicious Japanese kaiseki course, was satisfying. We later found out that there is a teppanyaki option available for the same price, where you can order unlimited amounts of meat and fish. If you request teppanyaki when making a reservation, you can enjoy this option. The hotel also offers seafood such as abalone, so we would like to try it next time. For a late-night snack, we ordered ochazuke, sweets, and snacks. Curry was also available at the bar for late-night snacks. The room and hotel design were stylish and lovely. We chose a spacious room, but even the standard rooms are satisfying. The open-air bath was large enough for four people. Prices start from the 70,000 yen range for the cheapest room, but it is worth it once you experience it. Compared to spending 50-60,000 yen on a single meal nowadays, a stay in a luxurious, spacious room with a beautiful view, including meals and all-you-can-drink, is a great deal. If you are interested, I recommend visiting and experiencing it for yourself.

Breakfast was served in the same private room as dinner, with the same young female staff member attending to us. The presentation was lovely, with the two of us being offered 5 different drink options. Both Japanese and Western dishes were served in stylish white wooden boxes, making the meal even more enjoyable. The breakfast, meticulously prepared using high-quality ingredients and techniques, was a luxurious way to start the day. Just like last night, we left the table feeling full and satisfied. Moving on to the room, it was truly amazing. The room was spacious, with a large table and a sofa. There was even a terrace with enough space for about four people, and a private outdoor hot spring bath. The walk-in closet made the room very convenient to use. It's a shame our stay was so short, as we would have loved to spend more time in such a wonderful accommodation. They even provided a letter set for us.

It is a stylish counter made from a single board with terrace seating available. It is all-inclusive, so you can enjoy unlimited drinks and snacks, but unfortunately, you may get too full at dinner. I asked for just a little bit of curry after already being full. It was delicious, but I couldn't eat more. On the other side of the counter, two young ladies were getting drunk. For those who enjoy alcohol, everything is free, so it's tempting to keep drinking until you get drunk. Then you can easily go back to your room and sleep, wearing a yukata. The bartender/staff skillfully handled the requests for various drinks. It's a lovely bar surrounded by art pieces. After breakfast, you can also enjoy coffee here. I would like to come and fully enjoy the atmosphere of the bar at this wonderful inn.

Shirahama is like water, transparent and colorless, reflecting various things. The restaurant in the hotel is all private rooms. Today's menu: Blowfish appetizer platter, Cod and King Crab from the Okhotsk Sea, Fresh sashimi platter, Truffle chawanmushi with local chicken, Wagyu sirloin, Caramel pound cake with milk gelato. Chef Kamata Ryuuji's carefully selected Hokkaido ingredients were beautifully presented, allowing us to taste the season in each dish. The food was delicious. The private rooms allow for a relaxing dining experience. While the all-inclusive option includes drinks, I don't drink much. But for those who enjoy alcohol, it must be fun. The curry at the bar is also delicious. Oh no, what should I do?

I came to a great inn with a view of Lake Shikotsu. It's all-inclusive, with free drinks in the fridge, lounge, and room service. Unlimited alcohol and delicious dinner. I wish I had an endless stomach to keep eating.

I found this wonderful inn when planning my trip to Hokkaido! Located about 40 minutes by car from Sapporo Airport, it overlooks Lake Shikotsu and offers an all-inclusive experience. The spacious suite rooms are very comfortable, with room service, a bar, and all meals included. Upon check-in, you can enjoy champagne and the outdoor hot spring bath. The room comes with champagne, chocolates, and a platter of strawberries. Dinner is served in a private room, featuring an array of Hokkaido ingredients, sashimi, and a luxurious main dish. The seafood in Hokkaido is delicious and satisfying. After dinner, unwind at the bar in a cozy atmosphere. Many celebrities visit this place incognito. If you're unsure about where to stay in Hokkaido, consider choosing this luxurious option for a truly special experience.

Staying for one night with two meals included for 70,000 yen, the all-inclusive style of drinks at the bar or through room service during dinner time is sure to provide an exceptional level of hospitality that may make ordinary people feel a bit uneasy, but combined with outstanding service, it will be a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience. There are around 10 different types of whiskey, wine, sake, and other drinks to choose from, which can be quite overwhelming but enjoyable. The accommodations are very well-maintained, with all rooms being the same size and very spacious, and the hot springs in the room baths leave the skin feeling smooth. Despite meals being served on a different floor, each room has its own private dining area, providing a cozy dining experience. The dishes are carefully prepared to allow guests to enjoy a variety of flavors, with plenty of local ingredients used.

I think this hotel is very good for people who choose how to stay as adults. The design and concept, reminiscent of Aman resorts, seem to be interpreted from the West to Japan. Such spaces, with a sense of simplicity that the human brain prefers and the calmness and spaciousness of Japanese white wood, strike a balance that allows the brain to rest without excess information. It feels very comfortable. I have limited architectural and design vocabulary, so would you call it minimalist orientalism? The rooms are relatively large, with a private hot spring open-air bath, totaling over 120 square meters, providing a relaxing space. The seamless feeling of connecting the glass house, living room, bedroom, and even a secondary living room without partitions is pleasant. As for the food, the service was excellent. A 24-year-old woman named F served us, bright and efficient, and very likeable. While there may be manuals, she went beyond them, speaking in her own words and engaging in conversation without hesitation, not like a robotic person following the rules. In the countryside, this is good. In Tokyo, there are many robotic people who strictly follow manuals. The staff here, while being human, engage in enjoyable conversations without being intrusive. F also had a decent knowledge of ingredients, making conversation smooth. Hearing about her attachment to the hotel and why she chose to work there, I understood that when people like her work, the service surpasses the quality of the establishment. The other staff members were also lovely, and the stay was comfortable from start to finish. As for the food, it incorporated plenty of Hokkaido ingredients to remind you that you are in Hokkaido, presenting a blend of Japanese taste with Western style. The seasoning was not too strong, and the taste was very good. The Hokkaido red beef steak was delicious without being too fatty. The all-inclusive drink menu, mainly featuring wines that would typically cost 15,000 to 20,000 yen per bottle in Tokyo restaurants, was provided in glasses under the all-inclusive service, and enjoying such high-quality wines at a Hokkaido resort was a treat. It's impressive that such high-quality wines are available here, which other ryokans may not offer. When I asked the staff, they mentioned that the Tsuruga Group's representative has a strong focus on wines. Ah, I see. After filling up on delicious dishes, I managed to resist the urge to ask for seconds and instead saved room to enjoy the bar or room service after dinner. Ideally, it's best to have dinner early here and then enjoy the bar or room service. The bar here was not as high-quality in terms of the time spent with the bartender as the one at Hoshino Resorts Rausu in late May. This hotel is more suited for spending time in the lounge rather than at the counter, allowing you to fully utilize your time within the facility. The design, interior, and hospitality make this hotel a good choice for spending private time, especially for dining.

【Shikotsuko Lake Tsuruga Besso Ao no Za】@aonoza_shikotsuko〜Dinner Edition〜 Located just a 1-hour drive from Sapporo in the center of Hokkaido. This luxurious suite offers a private villa-like experience with all rooms featuring open-air baths and a view of Lake Shikotsu. 【Order ✎】 ◉Dinner A luxurious course featuring ingredients sourced from near Hokkaido. Highlights included KinKi from Kushiro and filet of Chitose Wagyu, allowing us to fully enjoy the flavors of Hokkaido. Highly recommended for its food, rooms, and service! 【Info ✎】 (Shop Name) Shikotsuko Lake Tsuruga Besso Ao no Za (Shop IG) @aonoza_shikotsuko (Nearest Station) Not nearby, so recommend using a car (Address) Lake Shikotsu, Chitose City, Hokkaido (TEL.) 0123-25-6006 #ShikotsukoLakeTsurugaBessoAonoZa #LakeShikotsu #HokkaidoGourmet #HokkaidoLunch #HokkaidoDinner #ChitoseGourmet #ChitoseLunch #ChitoseDinner

I stayed at Aonozaka in Lake Shikotsu, Hokkaido. The best part was the excellent service provided by the staff, I did not have any unpleasant experiences. I chose teppanyaki for my meal and the service was perfect there as well. They told me to ask for whatever I wanted to eat, although I couldn't eat everything, I tried a variety of dishes and they were all delicious. Breakfast was Western style, but I was a little disappointed that there were no unusual items. If the breakfast had a more enjoyable feel, I think it would be considered one of the top luxury ryokans I have stayed at.

When I stayed at the rustic Zashiki in Lake Akan, I heard about another group inn called Ao no Za and decided to visit. Lake Akan had a beautiful landscape, but Lake Shikotsu was equally serene and the lake was crystal clear, making it a wonderful place. The dishes served for dinner brought out the goodness of the ingredients to the fullest. The asparagus was truly delicious. The sashimi, as expected in Hokkaido, was fresh with excellent texture. Both the taste and presentation were perfect. It was lovely. Even the desserts were made with care, and everything was delicious from start to finish, making me feel happy throughout. The breakfast was also top-notch and I was satisfied from the morning. I would love to visit again when my children are older.

Breakfast at Ao no Za. Just like dinner, the appearance and taste are both elegant.

Kaiseki cuisine that focuses on locally sourced ingredients. The dishes prioritize the natural flavors of the ingredients, resulting in elegant taste and portion sizes. Guests can enjoy a satisfying meal in private rooms.

One night stay with two meals, one person, 90,000 yen. The room, hot spring quality, service, and taste were all fantastic! I'm not sure if it's worth the price, but...

The food at the ryokan in Hokkaido is delicious.

This is a wonderful inn where I stayed during my trip to Shikishima Island. Even now, when I recall it, my heart races with excitement. The inn, owned by President Onishi of the Tsuruga Group, was once on the verge of being barred from receiving guests by JTB, but has since been recognized with awards for its reforms and development. The president, who graduated from the prestigious University of Tokyo, grew up playing with Ainu people in Akan, forming a deep bond with them. The inn's love and respect for the Ainu culture is evident in its dynamic sculptures and decorations. The Tsuruga Group in Hokkaido, which opened its most exquisite inn on May 1, 2019, offers a luxurious experience that rivals the likes of the Ritz-Carlton in Nikko or Zaborin in Niseko. The hot springs are incredibly smooth and the location, overlooking Lake Shikotsu, is just an hour's drive from Sapporo or 40 minutes from New Chitose Airport. The newly opened suite, "Shikotsu Lake Tsuruga Villa Ao no Za," located within the Shikotsu-Toya National Park, promises a world-class hospitality experience for guests to enjoy to the fullest. I truly felt the luxury and elegance of this inn and would love to stay here again in the future. The staff's warm smiles and attentive service made it a perfect 100-point experience. The review will continue with sections on dinner, breakfast, room, and the bar.

Breakfast was amazingly delicious! The price is a bit high, so I'm not sure if it's worth the price, but...

The variety of dishes and quality are fantastic!