The tourist attractions in Otaru offer a nostalgic sense to many, including the Otaru Canal, the glasswork shops on Sakaimachi Street, and the historical buildings on Northern Wall Street. You can enjoy some of the freshest sushi here that will satiate your taste buds. If you’re planning to visit this city to enjoy its tourist spots, check out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Otaru, Japan.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 24, 2025.
1. Fully furnished high-rise apartment (from USD 117)
Have a comfortable stay in this sleek, fully furnished apartment located near the Otaru train station. It’s close to the main street, and a supermarket and restaurants are within a short walking distance. From an unlimited WiFi connection to a free parking spot, you’ll have all the modern conveniences. There’s also air conditioning and heating for a cozy stay. You will find a TV for entertainment and a well-equipped kitchen, making it ideal for a staycation as well.
Top guest reviews
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great apartment close to everythingit’s very close to the main street easy to access to findgood location clean quiet and convenient to super market drug store restaurants and stations
2. Well-lit flat near the town center (from USD 66)
Stay cozy in this well-furnished and spacious flat with bunk beds. It’s especially suitable for a large group of friends or a family. It’s ideally situated close to the main street and within easy walking distance of the station, supermarket, and convenience store. The Otaru Canal is also quite nearby.
You will get everything required for a pleasant stay from the laundry facility to air conditioning and heating. In case you get bored, there’s a TV and WiFi to stream videos. If you prefer home-cooked meals, you have a fully equipped kitchen at your disposal. The place is well suited to long-term stays too.
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our family loved this place in otaruRead more reviewsCleanliness:
it was modern and clean and walking distance to many interesting sites
3. Luxurious accommodation overlooking the harbor (from USD 175)
Have a fantastic stay in this luxurious accommodation in Otaru at the top of the hill overlooking the harbor. You’ll be wowed by its interiors and the breathtaking sea view, especially at night.
There’s air conditioning, heating, and an indoor fireplace to keep you warm and cozy no matter the weather. You will also get access to WiFi, and if you need to work, there’s a dedicated space for that. A fully equipped kitchen comes in handy too. You will find a hot tub outside to relax your muscles. For entertainment, guests are welcome to use the TV and pool table.
4. Cozy space close to Otaru station (from USD 104)
This cozy accommodation is one of the best places to stay in Otaru, as it is located close to the station. From laundry facilities to air conditioning and heating, it has everything for a convenient stay. You can watch TV and stream videos online with WiFi connectivity. If you need to work, you can do so in the allocated space. You will find the fully equipped kitchen useful if you prefer homemade food.
For your safety, there are security cameras installed on the property. There is also a lift for your ease and convenience.
Top guest reviews
Location:
great location it's really close to the otaru train stationgreat clean easy distance from station and other facilitiesRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the whole place is kept very clean too
5. Cute and cozy house in downtown Otaru (from USD 56)
Have a pleasant stay in this cute and cozy house that gives you a feeling of home away from home. It’s excellently located in the downtown area of the city with a lot of eateries and shops around. There is a restaurant in the same building, so you don’t have to go far to satiate your cravings.
You can enjoy amenities such as laundry, air conditioning, and heating. There is a 32-inch TV and WiFi connection to remain plugged in, and a fully equipped kitchen to prepare your favorite recipes.
Top guest reviews
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host is very welcomingthe host is really nicethe owner is very kind and can speak good englishhost is friendly and helped with restaurant reservationvery friendly and helpful hostLocation:
location was pretty good with 15min walk to otaru canalgreat location within walking distance to many shops and restaurantslocation is good as well just 10 minutes walk to otaru canallocation is convenient and is within reasonable distance from main attractions such as otaru canal and shopping streetgreat value it is about a 15 minute walk from otaru station and most of the tourist attractionsCleanliness:
house is clean and comfortablevery nice and clean placeit was also very clean and comfortablethe apartment was clean spacious while cosythe room was so clean and well-funituredRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is free wifibe sure you have wifi or data connection to contact the host before or upon arrival at the apartmentthe apartment is super tidy and fully equipped i slept wonderfully
6. One-bedroom house with a living room that offers a view of the ocean / Otaru city (from USD 37)
Enjoy a view of the sea from the living room of this one-bedroom apartment that can accommodate up to 4 guests. Aside from being located near the sea, it has convenient access to both Otaru and Sapporo. It is well-furnished with concrete walls and Okinawan tatami floors, which make you feel as if you are living in a designer mansion. Although the host keeps a dog on the premises, guests are not allowed to bring their own pets.
Top guest reviews
Host:
home place and owner host very nicethe staff there did not speak much english but they were kind and patientchiaki are very friendlychiaki and his wife are so nice host and help us a lotperfect lovely host in the houseLocation:
nice quiet area close to downtown sapporothere is free parking onsite and the jr station is about a 10 minute walk down the hillit was such a good place to stay and since house is located between sapporo and otaruzenibako is very close to both otaru and sapporo so easily accessible by train or by carin summary this place is more than expectation and extremely excellentCleanliness:
the house is great clean and warmthe room is very clean and warm as welltheir house is beautiful huge and it is clean and tidythe room is very cleanclean and calm house and private room and i liked very silence villageRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
from the dining table you can enjoy the view of the seanice bathroom living room and bedroom the house is pretty good with sea reviewnot to mention the homemade breakfast served (500yen/pax) is deliciousand the breakfast was delicious and not expensive
7. A colorful and cute room perfect for female travelers / Otaru city
Despite being located in a quiet neighborhood, this bright room is a 5-minute walk from Otaru Station and is easily accessible from Otaru Canal. Up to 6 guests can enjoy the basic amenities offered in the apartment, which include a bedroom, a living room, a dining room and a kitchen. We strongly recommend this accommodation to female travelers for its excellently color-coordinated interiors.
Otaru-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan
4.2 km (2.7 mi) from Otaru AquariumAccommodates: 6
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Host:
host is easily contactablehost is friendly and helpfulmoon was a great hostour hosts were very prompt and helpful in answering all our questionshost is really responsive and helpfulLocation:
good location near jr otaru station and morning marketnear to train station and main attractions in otarumoon's apartment is very nice and comfortable and well located (near to otaru station)location wise it’s easy access to otaru train station as well as the otaru canallocation is not bad to travel in otaruRead more reviewsCleanliness:
it was clean and comfortableclean and comfortable stayroom was clean and cozyand it is clean and warmhouse is clean and cosy
8. Private room a 10-minute drive from a ski slope and surf point / Otaru city
Here, you can stay in Zenibako, a small town located right between Sapporo and Otaru. The room offers a view of the ocean from a quiet residential area in the mountains. You may be able to catch a glimpse of wild animals and birds which frequently show up in the gardens. It is a 10-minute drive to the closest ski slope and surf point. If skiing and surfing don’t take your fancy, then try fishing in the river close by. Up to 8 guests can enjoy the amenities in the house, which include four bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a nice charcoal stove.
小樽市見晴町, 北海道, Japan
16.74 km (10.4 mi) from Otaru AquariumSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
host is very nice and chat with him also very nicethe host is a friendly and approachable guy and very keen to help his gueststhe house host is very kind and interestthe owner took me around during his free time and we went to an onsen and around the mountainsyou can meet a space and thoughtful host where you can feel the japanese house trendyLocation:
and landscape from train start zenibako station until otaru chikko station is very niceit was great traditional hostelbut was not near to station zenibacoit takes about 10 minutes on footz's house is great placez house is a place to relax slowlyhe's a nice guy and for anyone that likes the outdoors this place is a great optionCleanliness:
the house itself is a little old but it’s clean and comfortable to stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
all facilities were available to use including the kitchen :) a pleasant no fills staythe wood stove makes the living room so comfortable
9. One-bedroom apartment with a view of the ocean, near the commercial district of Sakaimachi Street / Otaru city
In addition to being a 1-minute walk from Otaru’s Sakaimachi commercial district, this modern and attractive home gives you a panoramic view of the ocean. It is a 7-minute walk from the Otaru Canal and is also within walking distance of many famous tourist spots in Otaru. A 24-hour self-check-in is available, on top of a double bed, a sofa bed, and a futon in the room which can sleep up to 5 guests comfortably.
Otaru-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan
4.82 km (3.0 mi) from Otaru AquariumTop guest reviews
Host:
the host is goodperfect host thanks a loti hope owner take care of iteasy self-check in the host provided instruction in very detailsshiori is friendly and helpfulLocation:
location is near major attractionsgreat place close to the watergreat location to visit otaru streetlocation is good few minutes walk to the shopping street and attractionthe location for shiori's place is outstanding it is within walking distance to many of otaru's attractionsCleanliness:
very clean and beautiful apartmentvery clean and cozyvery very clean placenew clean and nicely designed roomsuch a clean and lovely placeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we loved the air-con most that made us feel comfortablethe bed and sofa were also very comfortablegreat view from the apartment toohowever it'll be better if there is an air conditioner during the summer monthswonderful bright corner apartment with good views of the sea and city
10. An attractive, modern, and spacious interior / Otaru city
This accommodation is close to another famous tourist landmark in Otaru, known as the Kitaichi Venetian Art Museum. It is also a 10-minute walk from the city’s commercial district, and a 7-minute drive from the JR Otaru Station. The modern rooms in this house are furnished with dark wooden walls and white floors which contrast each other. Up to 4 guests can enjoy these rooms, together with a fully equipped kitchen that will make you feel right at home.
Otaru-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan
4.77 km (3.0 mi) from Otaru AquariumTop guest reviews
Host:
thank you very much for your kind reply and quick replythe host tara was very helpful and willing to let us leave our bags in earliertara is a nice friendly and helpful host she always tries to maintain a smooth communication with usLocation:
the apartment is at good location just about 10 minutes walk to the canalbetter park at main street and drive upapart from the location the apartment is new which is really nice to stay inCleanliness:
super clean and newexcept for this the interior was very clean and beautifully decoratedit was clean modern and much bigger than i expectedthe place was great: very new clean and equipped with everything we needed for our stayperfect location cleanliness and interior styleRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
beautiful modern sparkling clean and fully equipped apartment with a great view tara's responses were prompt and helpful
11. A modern, Japanese-style room / Otaru city
For those who want convenient access to sightseeing destinations in Otaru, we recommend the Sakura Inn which can accommodate up to 5 guests. It is a 3-minute walk to Otaru Station and the bus terminal, and a 10-minute walk to a street full of Otaru’s popular sushi restaurants and the Otaru Canal. Past guests have found the atmosphere of the Japanese-style rooms to be very attractive and praised it for being well-placed for local amenities such as a café, a kimono rental, a Japanese-style bar, and a French restaurant, which are all located just below the room.
Otaru-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan
4.62 km (2.9 mi) from Otaru Aquarium
12. Spacious two-story house with scenic sea views
Have a peaceful stay in this Japanese-European house in a quiet residential area. You can admire the gorgeous scenery of the Otaru sea from the window. It is situated in an excellent location close to the station and the beach. It’s the perfect combination of convenience and comfort as local attractions are just close by.
The amenities at this accommodation include a washer, air conditioning, heating, WiFi, and a fully equipped kitchen. If you get bored, there is TV and books for entertainment. There’s also a garden where you can relax with morning/evening tea.
Otaru-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan
8.03 km (5.0 mi) from Otaru AquariumAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
nice host always response fastyukiko is a wonderful hostvery nice host and fluent in englishespecially host yukiko is superbyukiko is friendly and responses to messages quicklyLocation:
convenient location and great valuegreat location near asari station and spacious placefine for the family spacious good location quietthe main roads are close and easy to get togreat place and easy access to nearby supermarket and eating placeCleanliness:
clean and cozy houseeverything is clean and the house is super bigthe flat was very clean spacious and stylishreally spacious clean and comfortablemost important is cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
can enjoy the sea view directly from the roomespecially love the sea view from kitchen and relaxing with a cup of coffee in the sunshine morningthe wifi had problems during one night but yukiko came quickly in person to resolve the issue promptlywe loved staying in yukikos house it’s such a comfortable space with a brest taking viewvery comfortable to stay with family
Book a stay in Otaru with Airbnb
Otaru is a city that offers a plethora of things to do if you’re looking for something romantic and nostalgic. From rooms that are fashionably furnished to spacious rental homes that can accommodate large groups, there is a wide variety of Airbnb vacation rentals in Otaru that you can choose from, and they can be so much more convenient than staying at a hotel.
There are plenty of lodgings you can find on Airbnb, so feel free to click on the links to find out more.
*All information provided is up to date as of November 2017. For any possible changes or updates, please refer to the links.
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