Hotel Laurel

The rooms are clean and well-maintained, with attentive staff providing excellent hospitality. Convenient location near amenities and expressway. Hearty, budget-friendly breakfast with a variety of options.

I’m on a one-night stay at the Hotel Laurel in Shizunai, Shin-Hidaka. The hotel is easy to find and is just off HWY 235 that runs from Tomakomai to Erimo. You can see it from the road. The hotel has good parking, and Hokuyo Bank is just across the street. Check in was quick, though I got a little annoyed when I walked in with no luggage, spoke to the check in person in Japanese, and was still asked for my passport (which I don’t carry as a resident of Japan). My room on the fifth floor is comfortable and better than expected for the Hokkaido countryside. Breakfast was a simple and traditional Japanese breakfast. Come with an open mind and you will do just fine. I can't say there is a lot to do in Shizunai, it's small-town Hokkaido. I was in town for an event. Walking around there are a few restaurants, a couple convenience stores and not much else. The beach is a few blocks away. For me, a quiet stay in Shizunai was just what I needed. I'd happily stay at this hotel again. Google maps says the hotel is 2 stars. I feel like it is easily 3 stars by Japanese standards.