11 Best Lake Toya Hotels: Where To Stay For Stunning Views

1. The Toya

If you’re traveling solo or don’t mind sharing a space with other people, The Toya will be perfect for you to save on lodging. It’s a fraction of the price of nearby hotels, with simple amenities like a sauna and an on-site cafe.

It has the warmth of a family-run guesthouse, and the food in the cafe serves as a place to get to know fellow guests. The bus station is a 5-minute walk away, so it’s easy for backpacker-style travelers to get here.

The rooms are clean with lockers and privacy curtains for each bed in the shared rooms. I’ve always thought highly of Japan’s hostel culture, especially since they offer so much value and comfort for the price.

🎯 Review score: 9.0

⭐ Star rating: NA for hostel

💰 Price: From $37 USD ($50 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Sauna, on-site cafe/restaurant

🗣️ What guests say: They felt that the owner/manager is friendly, and liked that the hostel is clean. They also liked the sauna and the hotdog/curry sold on the ground floor.

2. Granvillage Toya Daiwa Ryokan Annex

Who says staying in Lake Toya is expensive? If you manage to book a stay at Granvillage Toya Daiwa Ryokan Annex, you’ll have a great location right next to the lake.

This traditional ryokan-style hotel offers shared bathrooms and a communal onsen. There’s no bath in your room which also means each room is much more spacious.

If you’re looking for an affordable stay with a great view of Lake Toya, with food provided, and is close to the town center, this onsen hotel is your best choice.

🎯 Review score: 8.0

⭐ Star rating: 3 stars

💰 Price: From $70 USD ($94 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: On-site restaurant, public onsen bath

🗣️ What guests say: With the spacious rooms, meals, and lake view scenery, they thought it was excellent value.

3. Hotel Cocoa

Hotel Cocoa is newly renovated with cozy interior design, while offering a lake view backdrop from higher elevation. If you’re visiting in summer, the fireworks are still visible in the distance.

This location is a 10 to 15-minute drive from the town center, and offers a less crowded stay. It’s located near Lake Hill Farm which is best known for their signature Hokkaido ice cream.

One of the most distinct features of Hotel Cocoa is the natural wood used in the furnishing, along with floor-to-ceiling glass windows that enhance the view. Rooms are also spacious and clean, plus you get your own jacuzzi even if there’s no public onsen.

Overall, this boutique hotel focuses on providing guests a relaxing experience without breaking the bank.

🎯 Review score: 8.7

⭐ Star rating: 3 stars

💰 Price: From $90 USD ($121 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Jacuzzi, cafe, game room

🗣️ What guests say: Although the location further away from the town center, the affordable price makes it value-for-money as the hotel had a luxurious atmosphere. They also liked that the staff are friendly.

4. Toya-onsen Hotel Hanabi

You can find the perfect combination of Japanese tradition and modern comforts in Toya-onsen Hotel Hanabi. Some of the rooms here have a balcony that allow you unobstructed views of Lake Toya.

The Japanese style rooms on the high floors have the best views, perfect for sitting by the window to chat and enjoy tea.

The hotel also offers bicycle rental (subject to availability), and you’re just a few minutes’ walk away from the nearest bus stop.

🎯 Review score: 8.0

⭐ Star rating: 3 stars

💰 Price: From $110 USD ($148 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: On-site restaurant, public onsen bath, convenience store

🗣️ What guests say: They liked the wide variety of food, the excellent view from the rooms, and the convenient location.

5. Toya Kanko Hotel

Located in the heart of the town center, Toya Kanko Hotel is the perfect stay for convenience, access to the lake, and a friendly price for your wallet.

Getting there is easy because you can request a free shuttle service from the Toya JR station. In addition, bicycle rental is available so you can explore Lake Toya at your own pace.

Nearby, you have the sculpture park and you’re within walking distance from several restaurants and cafes. It would be a great stay for a summer visit too because you get to see the fireworks in clear view.

Some things that stands out here include the hot stone “bath”, the cave-like onsen, and private onsen that you can reserve.

🎯 Review score: 8.2

⭐ Star rating: 3 stars

💰 Price: From $140 USD ($188 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Game room, public onsen, private onsen, hot stone bath, on-site restaurant, karaoke, bar

🗣️ What guests say: Staff are helpful, and the variety of food was good. Rooms are spacious and clean despite the hotel being older, and they thought the private onsen was good.

6. Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa

One of the most iconic stays in Lake Toya is the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa, the most luxurious experience you can find here. It even hosted the G8 Summit in 2008, which is why some of the suites are named after it.

It is surrounded by a golf course, and has amenities like tennis courts, fitness center, and kids club to keep you entertained both indoor and outdoors. If you need a ride from the Toya JR Station, there’s also a free shuttle service you can request.

This exclusive mountaintop location captures the beauty of Lake Toya perfectly, with views of both the ocean and the lake. Even on days where fog covers the lake, it’ll feel like you’re sleeping above the clouds.

The dining options here are plentiful too, including French, Japanese, and Italian cuisine. You’ll definitely need more than one night to enjoy all the amenities, food, and stunning views.

🎯 Review score: 8.7

⭐ Star rating: 5 stars

💰 Price: From $300 USD ($403 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Golf course, tennis courts, bar, indoor pool, public onsen, fitness center, on-site restaurant, cafe, kids club

🗣️ What guests say: They liked the meals and the luxurious experience. Despite being further from the town center, they enjoyed sunrise and sunset views of both the ocean and the lake.

7. WE Hotel Toya

Elegant, modern, and luxurious – that’s the charm at WE Hotel Toya. It’s located in a quieter side of Lake Tahoe, and since it was renovated in 2018 you get updated interior design, furnishing, and amenities.

It reminds me of some of the luxury resorts in Maldives with a Japan-Scandinavian twist. Set against the backdrop of Lake Toya, this hotel brings out the beauty of the surrounding landscape. You can see the lake through floor-to-ceiling windows in your room, or hang out at the infinity-style onsen baths.

The wood furnishings throughout the hotel help you feel relaxed right from the moment you check in. I think the best part about WE Hotel Toya is that every room comes with a private outdoor bath that faces the lake.

If you’re looking for a less touristy and more exclusive onsen town experience, WE Hotel Toya is the perfect choice.

🎯 Review score: 8.3

⭐ Star rating: 4 stars

💰 Price: From $303 USD ($407 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Bar, public onsen, private onsen, private balcony, game room, on-site restaurant, karaoke, souvenir shop

🗣️ What guests say: They liked the spacious rooms that come with a private onsen. Although the location is further from the main town, the hotel has a modern design and a more private view of Lake Toya.

8. Toya Sun Palace Resort & Spa

For a fun and activity-packed stay in Lake Toya, consider a stay at Toya Sun Palace Resort & Spa. This lakeside resort is perfect for families and groups as it offers a mix of comfort, scenic views, and entertainment.

One of its biggest highlights is the indoor water park, which many young families enjoy. You’ll also find a wide range of onsen styles – including an open air onsen facing the lake which makes it look like an infinity pool.

It’s also really easy to get here from Sapporo City as you can reserve the free shuttle that runs daily. The hotel has a huge lobby lounge where you can enjoy drinks when you’re tired from exploring Lake Toya. Dinner and breakfast are also included to complete your stay.

🎯 Review score: 7.8

⭐ Star rating: 4 stars

💰 Price: From $171 USD ($230 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Indoor water park, on-site restaurant, open air onsen, public onsen, sauna, jaccuzi, game room, convenience store

🗣️ What guests say: Although the hotel is slightly older, it offers good lakeside view. They liked the modern lobby ambience, food selection, and families liked the pool and game room.

9. Toya Kohantei Hotel

Toya Kohantei Hotel offers a ton of amenities for a traditional ryokan hotel, and it’s known for having a variety of open-air onsens. The rooms are spacious, with great views of the lake throughout the hotel.

When you’re not out exploring Lake Toya or using the onsen baths, you can entertain yourself in the game room, sing karaoke, or enjoy the buffet-style dinner and breakfast.

The balance between affordability and the amenities of a luxury resort are what make this hotel worth checking out.

🎯 Review score: 7.9

⭐ Star rating: 4 stars

💰 Price: From $225 USD ($302 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Open-air onsen, on-site restaurant, bar, sauna, game room, karaoke

🗣️ What guests say: They liked the traditional ryokan style and the buffet-style meals were good. Overall, it was value-for-money given the dining and open-air onsen experience.

10. The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort

The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort is one of the hotels rated 5 stars in Lake Toya, and it has continued to exceed expectations over the years. That’s why this is among my top picks – even in my list of top hotels and ryokans in Hokkaido with private onsens.

Each of the rooms have a lake view, and the restaurants offer dining experiences that follow the season. You can either enjoy the buffet-style meals or arrange for private dining with seasonal kaiseki meals. If you prefer French cuisine, you can also opt for French kaiseki cuisine.

The onsen facilities here are unrivalled – with an open air onsen overlooking the lake, large indoor onsens, and a black silica bedrock sauna. If you prefer, you can also book a private onsen which also faces the lake.

You can get here easily from JR Sapporo Station or the airport via the hotel’s shuttle bus service. It only costs 1,000 yen and 1,500 yen per person (one-way) respectively.

Overall, this sounds you’ll be getting the best of all worlds – definitely a great deal given the price range.

🎯 Review score: 9.0

⭐ Star rating: 5 stars

💰 Price: From $238 USD ($319 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Open-air public onsen, private onsen, sauna, on-site restaurant, karaoke room, souvenir shop

🗣️ What guests say: They felt that the price was worth it for the location, large spa facilities, and good food.

11. Toyako Manseikaku Hotel Lakeside Terrace

One of the more prominent hotels on the Lake Toya shores is Toyako Manseikaku Hotel Lakeside Terrace. I had a great first impression of this place as I stepped into their gorgeous library and cafe, enough to make me seriously consider booking a stay here on my next visit.

Toyako Manseikaku Hotel Lakeside Terrace has the most interesting room types here, with some of the rooms having a sauna and cold bath on the terrace. You can also book a room with a private onsen bath so that you get to have an undisturbed the lake view.

The hotel also serves Hokkaido style cuisine – that means lots of local ingredients served in either a buffet or semi-private dining setting.

Some of the onsens look out towards the lake, with large glass panels and even open-air onsens allowing for the best views from the high floor. It’s popular especially in summer as you can enjoy a soak while watching the fireworks from the hotel.

🎯 Review score: 8.4

⭐ Star rating: 4 stars

💰 Price: From $283 USD ($380 SGD)

🛁 Amenities: Public onsen, on-site restaurant, souvenir shop, library, cafe

🗣️ What guests say: They liked that there are multiple onsens to choose from, with the view and good food elevating the experience.

Final tips when choosing the best Lake Toya hotels

So, what did you think about my list of best hotels in Lake Toya?