Reviews of Iruka Hotel 2 stars
099-4354 Hokkaido, Shari, Utoro Nishi 5, Japan
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Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBedroom overlooking the sea - amazing view
Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe price is reasonable.
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewA superb view of the bay is the added value of this hotel.
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice view, great location close to national park
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Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel staff are lovely and the whole place has a friendly feel with everything that you could need. The communal kitchen/diner has views across the bay and is it very easy to cook food there. There is tea/coffee available too. Room was lovely and spacious and we had a wonderful sea view. Very clean. The hotel was quiet and we always slept well there - only a couple of minutes drive into town too should you want a restaurant or access to the convenience stores.
Whilst this wasn't an issue for us, there is no lift at the property which could be difficult for some people - the steps entering the property are quite deep. The staff however are lovely and will help you with your luggage. You also need a car to really benefit from staying here because of the limited public transport in the area - we had a car and it worked perfectly.
Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt was clean, it was designed very well ! It was a great place to meet people …. The owner was gorgeous. The shuttle was great.
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Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt’s so peaceful and quiet, with windows looking right on to the ocean. I could hear the waves and bird calls day and night. There’s a very friendly atmosphere, with the other, and other guests. The owner collected us, and brought us back to the bus station, and went out of her way to make sure our stay was a good one.
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Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewExcellent views, comfortable bed and A/C!
Bathroom quite small.
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe beds are comfy and the see view is so relaxing. We reached the hotel by foot - so we had a nice 15 mins stroll away for town.
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewPlace is homely, clean and welcoming. Reasonably priced and a nice change from more fancy hotel accommodation. Lots of parking and great views of the bay. Enjoyed having access to the communal kitchen. owner is a delightful lady who went out of her way to help us with finding a guide.
Stairs at the entrance are really steep - especially if you are hauling a suitcase up and down them- we managed but they would be an obstacle for some people. There is a young male employee who will help you with the bags if you have issues.
Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe shared kitchen was great! The view was amazing.
We were in a non smoking room and it smeld cigarette, the curtains were smelling.
Reviewed: 18 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe sea view from the room and co kitchen area was lovely. Staff is nice. Very good location indeed
A little dated room but it is ok
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWonderful family owned hotel, one of the most pleasant stays of our 5 weeks in Japan. Beautiful views, spacious family room, especially as there is a vast, cosy and bright common space and kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped, the most equipped we've ever seen (multiple excellent cutting knives, plenty of cutlery and plates, bowls, pans, etc.). The family running the hotel are smiling and welcoming and they even gave the kids a little souvenir. . The location is super convenient for visiting Shiretoko. We really felt at home there. All of this for a very reasonable price given the prices of other hotels nearby.
Nothing, we all loved it, kids and adults.
Reviewed: 11 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe sea view from the bedroom is amazing. Free coffee and excellent kitchen facilities available.
Reviewed: 1 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWe had the corner room with views of the sea from one window and the mountains from the other, gorgeous The family who run in are very helpful and lovely
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Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery nice retro hotel. Fabulous views. Kitchen and common room are superb
Nothing
Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewClean, with lounge to use. Nice little place in a little town.
Mattress too thin. Not comfortable.
Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewGreat sea view and got to experience intertidal walk with abundance of mini crabs and oysters.
Staff complained that we have mishandled back door lock but we were never told about this sensitive lock and to close door in a certain manner.
Reviewed: 18 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLovely friendly family run hotel,beautiful view across the bay.Commumal kitchen / dining area is well equipped and again,a lovely view. The family could not be more helpful,second time I have stayed here and when I visit Utoro a 3rd time I hope they have a room for me.
Nothing.....ideal
Reviewed: 18 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewA nice homey hotel located beside the sea. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. No breakfast provided but free brewed coffee at the lounge any time of the day, and guests are free to use the facilities in the lounge. Nice view from the lounge and room. Big comfortable clean room. Free on premise car parking.
If i really have to pick one thing, there's no hanger in bathroom and toilet.