Forest of Akan Tsuruga Resort HANAYUUKA sits beside a tranquil lake, offering a peaceful retreat. Guests can relax in the indoor mineral hot spring onsen, enjoy breakfast and dinner at Harmony restaurant with garden views, or browse the library for a quiet moment with a book.
Located in Kushiro, THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT is in the suburbs and on a lake. Kyumarumaru Sogen and Mashu Hot Spring are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Akan and Akan Mashu National Park. Akankohan Eco Museum Center and Rikubetsu Space Earth Science Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, skiing lessons and ski runs, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling. Visit our Kushiro travel guide
1-6-1 Akanko onsen Akan cho, Kushiro, Hokkaido, 085-0467
What's nearby
Akan Mashu National Park
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Lake Akan
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Akankohan Eco Museum Center
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Akanko Ainu Theater Ikoro
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Ainu Kotan
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Mashu Station
35 min drive
Kushiro (KUH)
70 min drive
Restaurants
MAIN DINING TENGA 天河
9 min walk
民芸喫茶 ポロンノ
10 min walk
Restaurant WAKKA PIRKA(ワッカピリカ)
5 min drive
海兵
7 min walk
Pan de Pan
1 min walk
About this property
THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT
Upscale hotel near Lake Akan
You can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a terrace and shopping on-site at THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel featuring a free ski shuttle. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking and valet parking
Bike hire, hot springs on-site and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Smoke-free property, a vending machine and multilingual staff
Room features
All 90 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please contact the property in advance if arriving after 7:30 PM in order to arrange dinner service.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 300.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the on-site public bathing facilities
Frequently asked questions
Is THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT?
As of 11 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT on 10 Sept, 2026 start from S$277, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT?
Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Does THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT located?
Located near the slopes, this Kushiro hotel is situated on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Lake Akan and Akankohan Eco Museum Center, and is convenient for winter sports, such as skiing lessons and snowmobiling. Akanko Ainu Theater Ikoro and Ainu Kotan are also within 15 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
THE FOREST AKAN TSURUGA RESORT Reviews
8.4
Very good
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The buffet breakfast and dinners included with the room rate were excellent. Location was near the boat dock and the Ainu light show. Beautiful views of lake.
It's a very quiet part of the town but as breakfast is included. It made the stay more manageable.
It is very near the cruise ships and the rooms were very comfortable. There's also a good selection of laundry and onsen facilities. Wouldn't mind staying here again.
Great hotel, superb service, fabulous lakeview! Only negative is the hard pillows. Dinner and breakfast had many choices, very good quality food. Would stay here again.
We had a fantastic two nights in October. The staff were incredibly helpful and in particular the manager was wonderful after our car broke down - and helped us out brilliantly. We had a lake view room which was brilliant and the rooms are wonderful. I would thoroughly recommend this hotel. Lake Akan is also beautiful and wlel worth a visit ! 5 Stars
5/5. New rennovations, the inside is beautiful and aesthetic. Staff were phenonmenal. Breakfast, dinner and drinks were great. Right on the water, breautiful clean rooms. Recommend staying here over other locations on Lake Akan
I spent one night. Everything is wonderful. Very cosy decor. New, clean and tidy. We can choose to go to another bigger Onsen nearby with shuttle bus. Yet still the Onsen here is already good enough for us. Recommend this medium size hotel then the larger ones which are crowed.
The buffet was excellent! We had a wonderful view of Lake Akan from our room. The staff was very friendly. An Ainu village was about12 minutes walk away.
One issue we had was the bathroom. It was very small! I am petite and even it was tight for me. Otherwise, everything was great! We like the hotel very much!
Akan is an awesome place, and Hanayuuka hotel is a perfect place to stay in it. The lake is literally less than a minute walk from the terrace doors, and so is the cruise ship and motor boat places. The entrance to Kamuy Lumina (a fantastic night show about an ainu legend in the forest) is also very close.
There are many dining places and convenience stores nearby, the tourist office is 5 minutes of walk, and the Ainu Village is around 10 minutes of walk.
Our rooms very surprisingly big, of course very clean. The place has a playing room for children, laundry room, massage chairs, bike rentals, studio quality photo room, and even a tiny photo museum.
I honestly loved our stay here, and want to come back again.
This is a nice place to stay. The bedrooms were well maintained and the beds comfortable. The staff was very attentive. We had breakfast and dinner included, and the food was of good quality. The onset was good, however worn around the edges a bit. The town is a bit run down (like many of the small towns in Hokkaido), but the area is fabulous if you like walks, hikes, and nature. We rented a car and used the hotel like a base for going on walks and hikes, and for this it is perfect.
We would stay here again.
Ronald
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Sept, 2024
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Best view of Lake Akan & Ainu Culture village
The hotel position facing Lake Akan & walking distance to the ferry terminal is top attraction. Dinner & Breakfast were really great, food & dishes were of good quality and fresh. Two comments were that, the hotel does not have parking facilities. Guests need to take a shuttle bus (free of charge) to a public car park 400m-500m away. Also, hotel probably due for refurbishment to give a fresh look.