I was able to stay overnight in Otaru from April 16th to 17th, 2023. It's not often that I stay in Otaru because it's so close to Sapporo, so I'm a little happy. The Dormy Inn Premium Otaru has an excellent location right in front of JR Otaru Station, and it's also very close to the Sankaku Market. It's the perfect place to stay in Otaru. This time, I booked a room with breakfast included. Breakfast as a single item was around 2300 yen, I think. Breakfast had a good reputation, so I was looking forward to it. Since I'm here with friends, we probably won't be able to try the famous night soba. We definitely won't be back at the hotel by 11 pm (laughs). As for breakfast, it was really good. I stay at Dormy Inn hotels all over the place for business, but the food by the sea is always good (laughs). There were grilled dishes like grilled fish and scallops, and you could even make a seafood bowl with salmon roe and sashimi. There were also Western-style side dishes, so it was a satisfying breakfast. Thank you for the meal.

After enjoying a personalized sushi experience at Ise Sushi, we made a pit stop at Marie Laurentsan for a café au lait to finish off our meal. The popular Dohmy Inn's large communal bath was surprisingly empty, allowing us to relax in the natural hot springs. An early dinner was a nice treat as well. Instead of hopping around the canal-side hotel bars like we did on a previous visit (haha), this time we stayed in our room. It was still a bit early to go to bed when my friend suddenly said, "I'm feeling a little hungry..." Could it be!? I thought to myself, feeling the same way (laughs). Since it was still too early for the famous night soba at Dohmy Inn, we opted for the mango pudding welcome dessert. It was a creamy and delicious treat, but we both still felt like having something more to eat. I remembered there was complimentary ice candy near the large bath area, so I grabbed one and bought a coffee to enjoy while waiting for the night soba service to start (haha). The night soba service was a hit, with a simple yet tasty ramen being served. It was a nostalgic, clear soy sauce soup with minimal toppings, which surprisingly turned out to be quite delicious. The next morning, we hadn't decided where to have breakfast yet. The breakfast at Dohmy Inn was so popular that there was often a long wait, so we were advised to pay for it separately at check-out. The breakfast buffet cost 2800 yen, which was a bit higher compared to previous reviews. We also checked out the Sankaku Market near Otaru Station, where seafood bowls ranged from 3000 yen for the basic ones to 6000 yen for the deluxe ones. We were unsure about where to have breakfast, but eventually joined the line for the breakfast ticket, which took about 30-40 minutes. The buffet-style breakfast had a DIY sushi corner with fresh sashimi and vinegared rice, which we enjoyed. The seafood was fresh and delicious, and my friend particularly liked the grilled scallops. However, I was still full from the night soba the previous evening, so I didn't go for seconds. With our Otaru food adventure coming to an end, we still hadn't decided on a lunch spot for the day. It was a spontaneous and exciting way to end our trip.

When it comes to Dormy Inn, it's all about the sauna and the night-crying soba. The night-crying soba here is a true authentic dish that doesn't have that chemical taste. The soup is made properly in a pot. A friend mentioned that even within Dormy Inn, the taste of the night-crying soba can vary, and it's true. The night-crying soba in Otaru is much more delicious than ramen from other places. They also offer a large serving option now.

When staying in Otaru, prioritize breakfast at this place. The satisfaction of breakfast in Hokkaido ranks high. You can enjoy unlimited Hokkaido local drink Katsugen. You can make your own seafood bowl, and the sushi rice with red vinegar is excellent. You can also enjoy unlimited ikura. They also serve soup curry, which was great.

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Otaru's Kattedon at Dormy Inn Premium Breakfast - March 7, 2011 At my usual stay in Otaru, Dormy Inn Annex, and (always here), the breakfast buffet is filled with Hokkaido specialties like grilled dishes such as potatoes, shishamo, salmon, and herring. And there's even a huge tsubu shell for just 300 yen a glass. With such delicious appetizers, I couldn't resist having a drink or two. The main dish, of course, is the Kattedon, where you can freely pile up your favorite toppings. I couldn't resist adding a beer as well. I also had a generous serving of ikura donburi, which was far superior to the soy sauce-marinated ikura on the plate. I felt like the rice portion was a bit too small, but I couldn't stop eating the delicious ikura. Although I enjoyed the ikura, I couldn't help but feel a little sad that I wanted to try other dishes as well, like crab soup, corn soup, ratatouille, and oyster gratin. I indulged in various choices and enjoyed every bite. Update on April 18, 2023: It's been 12 years since I posted about the Kattedon. During this time, Dormy Inn has remained my main accommodation in Otaru. The paid beer server has been removed, but the Kattedon is still available. You can customize your own seafood Kattedon with plenty of soy sauce-marinated ikura and fresh local vegetables. The buffet style allows for unlimited refills. The hot dishes from the open kitchen are also a highlight, especially the cheese omelet with demiglace sauce. The grilled scallops with scallops and tsubu are a must-try for seafood lovers. The desserts are also delicious, and I always end my meal with a signature card from Dormy Inn. The price is only 2,300 yen, which is quite affordable!

I have stayed at Dormy Inn several times before, but this time I chose a plan with breakfast included. The price using the national discount for 2 people was unbelievably cheap at 16,200 yen. First, I tried their famous night soba which was perfect for ending the night after drinking. There was a long line for it. In the morning, there was also a huge line starting from 6:30. We went at 7:00 and had to wait for 30 minutes before getting a table. As I heard, there were a variety of dishes available. What surprised me the most was that they offered both white rice and sushi rice. You could choose the type of rice you prefer if you make your own seafood bowl. This was the first time I've seen this and I thought it was amazing. I made a bowl with sweet sushi rice topped with salmon roe and sashimi, and it was delicious! The salad was also very fresh and tasty. Dormy Inn is definitely not to be underestimated.

The hotel is somewhat premium compared to a regular Dormy Inn, with a nice atmosphere. The breakfast has a variety of options, and I was happy to see vinegared rice available. It's amazing that they still offer all-you-can-eat in this day and age. I was lucky to have an omelette with snow crab flakes and truffles that day, and it had a nice crab aroma. It was the most delicious omelette I've had at Dormy Inn. The hotel rates are not too high on weekdays, which is good. The late-night soba noodles were consistently delicious as well.

I was looking forward to enjoying various gourmet restaurants during my trip to Hokkaido, but the hotel was the highlight. I had heard that the breakfast buffet was luxurious, so I wanted to stay there once. When I arrived at the breakfast buffet venue, there was a huge amount of salmon roe available for topping, and a row of sashimi where you could make your own seafood bowl. I was full after just one bowl, but since it was a buffet, you could go back for more. It's a great system for those who want to eat a lot. There were also a variety of local small dishes that made me want to drink alcohol in the morning, and it was nice that they were easy to pick up with tongs. I couldn't decide which one to choose, as the lineup was quite impressive. In addition, there were plenty of local gourmet dishes like soup curry. The free night soba from last night was delicious as well, and I understand why it's so popular.

Night-crying ramen is available from 21:30 to 23:00, limited time offer. Around 22:40, after taking a bath, everyone lined up in yukatas. It is allowed to wander around the inn in yukatas, which is a nice rule here. The curly noodles with bamboo shoots and green onions are delicious, although it's a bit sad that there is no chashu topping. Even the half-size of this soy sauce ramen is satisfying. The back seats are usually available, and it's okay to be sweaty when you return after drinking. It's also nice to have a drink after taking a bath. They also have a collaboration with a Hokkaido chain called "Saru no Yama," where showing a ticket gets you free drinks or complimentary dishes.

Dormy Inn is the hotel where I stayed in Otaru!! During the summer vacation period, the number of available hotels is overwhelmingly low, and here at Dormy Inn, it was expensive, but I used the local discount without breakfast (｡•̀ᴗ-)و ̑̑✧ "Even with the discount, hmm, is it expensive in general in Otaru?" The location is convenient as it is in front of Otaru Station... I arrived in Otaru in the morning, left my luggage, did some sightseeing during the day, checked in after 4 PM, and relaxed in the large communal bath. Is Sushi Street and Sakaimachi Street far away? Otaru Canal is just one road away, so it's a convenient location!! ● Night Soba (firm noodles) Dormy Inn sometimes has a Premium option, but it seems like the only difference is that the rooms have slightly larger beds ( ´•ω•` ) The lobby has a sense of history and feels like it was taken over from the previous hotel haha. In the room, there is a "Ribbon Citron" which is a local drink that Hokkaido locals would appreciate (＾＾)♂♂ Night Soba is available until 9-11 PM, and Otaru shops close early around 10 PM, so I returned to the hotel before 10 PM and went to Night Soba!! "Originally planned to enjoy Otaru until the early morning but gave up (lol)" After all, on the third day of returning to Hokkaido, this was the 23rd meal, well well, since I was full, I opted for a normal portion of Night Soba instead of a large serving, and enjoyed it while howling. The next day, without breakfast, I went for a morning bath, and on the way, I passed by the breakfast venue where there was a long line of about 20 people waiting. I'm glad I didn't choose the breakfast option - I thought to myself as I enjoyed a refreshing morning bath. Dormy Inn is consistently comfortable and good (*•̀ᴗ•́*)و ̑̑【Tabelog】☆3.24【Tanuki Rating (Night)】★Overall... 36 points★Atmosphere... 7 pointsDishes... 7 pointsSignature menu... 8 pointsCost performance... 7 pointsLikelihood to revisit... 7 points

On the third night, I stayed at Dormy Inn in Otaru. This trip was mainly focused on food, so I opted for a budget-friendly accommodation. Dormy Inn is quite famous and I later realized it was a capsule hotel, but I decided to stay anyway. I regretted it when I found out that my room was on the second floor of a two-story building, requiring me to climb up and down like a playground. The capsule was a bit cramped for my big body. However, the other aspects were good. The bath was clean, and they offered various services like ice cream, yogurt, and even an ice pillow service. The yonakisoba I had for dinner was a local specialty. It had a gentle soy sauce-based flavor with a hint of oiliness, and the soup was not bad. The noodles were mediocre, and the toppings included green onions, menma, and aosa seaweed. Hokkaido locals seem to love aosa seaweed. It's served everywhere, but since it's free, I didn't mind. Next time I visit Hokkaido and stay at Dormy Inn, I'll save on food expenses and opt for a luxurious hotel breakfast. Of course, I'm done with capsule hotels, so I won't choose that again.

I stopped by Otaru while visiting my parents' house. I took a leisurely stroll around the Sakaimachi area, had some drinks and food at an izakaya, then soaked in the hotel's hot spring before enjoying the famous night-time soba noodles. There was a long line. One of the things I look forward to when staying at Dormy Inn. For breakfast, there was a buffet where you could make your own seafood bowl. Otaru hotels are known for having herring. They also had soup curry available.

Wow! I couldn't believe I could stay for only 500 yen! (laughs) But the dormy inn was incredibly luxurious, with welcome fruits, free water, and even outdoor baths with additional pot baths. Everywhere was just so luxurious. And to think all this for just 500 yen, I'm sorry. Also, unlike other dormy inns where the drink service is limited to "reservation holders," here it's for all guests, and you can even get tea and alcohol, which is so generous. And the Panasonic hair dryer dries so fast, it's amazing. Dormy inns always have those Nano-e dryers, which I appreciate. ★ Night soba noodles. As expected from a luxurious hotel, there were some lovely rooms that made me think, "Is this a cafe?" The ambiance is so important... In the evening, I got ice cream, and in the morning, I got a lactic acid drink, just like always. It was great to enjoy the bath from morning. Thank you for the wonderful experience!

Accommodation was the same as last time at #Dormy Inn Otaru #Sauna, which is small but good. The highlight of breakfast was the DIY #seafood bowl with tuna, herring, salmon, scallops, engawa, and a modest amount of salmon roe. I also had extra salmon roe on a separate plate. The grilled scallops, live kitchen crab omelette, and soup curry were all delicious but I couldn't finish everything. #Otaru gourmet

I stayed at "Dormy Inn Premium" in Otaru. They have a hot spring, so I enjoyed soaking in it multiple times. This Christmas holiday, I visited Yunokawa Onsen, Nagamachi Onsen, and Otaru Onsen. The breakfast is buffet style, which is very popular and there is usually a line to get in. The buffet has a wide variety of options including scallops, grilled salmon and mackerel, fried chicken, croquettes, shrimp tempura, salads, rice bowls with salmon roe, miso soup, and freshly made omelettes with demiglace sauce. After enjoying the luxurious breakfast, I recommend taking one more dip in the hot spring. Thank you for the delicious meal, "Dormy Inn Premium Otaru" in Otaru, Hokkaido.

This time, I stayed at "Dormy Inn Premium Otaru" for two days during my business trip. The location is very convenient, just a short walk from JR Otaru Station, across the intersection of National Route 5. "Dormy Inn" has branches in cities across Japan, and I often use their services. The appeal lies in their hot springs and breakfast. The breakfast incorporates local ingredients and specialties, making it a step above other business hotels. The breakfast venue, "Hokkaido Ban-ya," on the 2nd floor of the hotel, has around 30-40 seats. I woke up a bit early both days and took a stroll around Otaru before heading there. The chefs at the kitchen next to the entrance prepare dishes like grilled fish and omelets, serving them hot and fresh. However, the highlight is the seafood bowl corner. There are six types of seafood on plates, allowing you to create your own bowl with unlimited toppings. Rice vinegar is also provided. On the first day, I made a "Salmon and Salmon Roe Parent-Child Bowl" by covering the rice with salmon roe until it was no longer visible. On the second day, with salmon, salmon roe, squid, marinated tuna, scallops, and seared herring, I made a luxurious seafood bowl using all the varieties. The wide selection of local side dishes added to the satisfaction of the breakfast. Although I don't usually eat much for breakfast, I tend to overeat in this situation. The bill came to 2,000 yen. Thank you for the meal!

The morning buffet at Dormy Inn Premium Otaru offers a variety of seafood donburi dishes, including ikura, scallops, salmon, sweet shrimp, negitoro, and crab flakes. You can customize your own donburi with a selection of toppings. Other highlights include scallops with butter soy sauce, seasonal fruits like melon and watermelon, and a smooth and delicious pudding for dessert. There is also an omelette station where they prepare omelettes right in front of you.

I value breakfast a lot. It's nice that they open early at 6:30. I went around 6:40 and got a table by the window with my seat card. The breakfast menu was the usual. However, due to the current situation, all the dishes are covered with wraps or lids. I hope we can go back to using tongs or chopsticks to serve ourselves soon. I had white rice, fried egg with sausage, vegetable salad, grilled salted salmon, grilled saury, crab flavored salad, and natto. The soup was salmon miso soup. Everything was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

Otaru citizens stayed in Otaru. We used a Hokkaido residents-only plan that included breakfast. It had been 2 years since our last stay, but we were satisfied with the comfortable service, spacious room, and price. I was concerned about the breakfast buffet style in these times, but they had taken proper measures. It was Christmas Eve. Unfortunately, I don't have a partner to spend it with... So, I thought about staying somewhere. I decided to stay in Otaru! Maybe I'll have a chance to meet someone! (That's not likely though.) I have stayed at Dormy Inn Otaru several times. I used to stay in a cabin (like a capsule hotel), but it seems to be closed now due to the impact of the coronavirus. This time, I found a great deal for single use of a twin room with breakfast for Hokkaido residents only for 6,990 yen (including tax)! The hotel provides a 2,000 yen worth buffet, so the actual cost is 4,990 yen for Dormy Inn!? Moreover, at that time, the GOTO campaign was still available, and I could also use a 1,200 yen coupon from Jalan, so with the GOTO discount, it was 4,544 yen and with Jalan's 1,200 yen coupon, it was 3,344 yen. Wow, it's cheap. I also used the 500 points I received from my previous stay, so the cost was 2,844 yen + 150 yen hot spring tax. I stayed for about 3,000 yen. And with the regional coupon of 1,000 yen included, how lucky I am! I could check-in from 2 pm, so I checked in early and bought some alcohol and snacks at Nagasaki-ya (Don Quijote) across the street, spending about 1,000 yen with paper coupons. I returned to my room and enjoyed my time there. Of course, I took a bath! The bath area had a sauna with a TV, and I sweated comfortably. I didn't soak in the bath, but I used the sauna and cold water bath to refresh my body, then returned to my room to drink alcohol and eat snacks... After sobering up, I went back to the bath area. It was a happy time. The bath area can be used from 3 pm to 10 am the next morning, and it's available all night. The sauna is unavailable from 1 am to 5 am, but it was more than enough. The room was a twin room, but it was spacious for one person. There was no bathtub, but there was a shower room and a clean toilet. The hotel is relatively new, so it was well-maintained. I enjoyed my time and went out to eat soba at night. Other than that, I stayed in my room. The next morning, breakfast was served from 6:30 am to 9 am. The last entry was at 8:30 am, probably due to the coronavirus. I entered the breakfast area and gave my room name. I was not asked for my key card, only my room name. Is that okay?! I thought, but there are many rooms, so it should be fine. The person in charge of breakfast, a well-built man, was handling things well. They provided hand sanitizers, paper mask cases, and disposable gloves in three sizes (S, M, L). I received M-sized gloves, but wearing gloves was not mandatory. The system for breakfast was as follows: I could choose my rice dish (with options like ikura don, seafood don, takana mixed rice, or plain rice), and I chose ikura don. Then, I ordered a soup (with options like salmon sanpei soup, minestrone, or tonjiru) and chose the salmon sanpei soup. After that, it was a buffet style. The items were all in containers with lids or wraps. It felt like a "Maido Ookini Dining" style! In Maido Ookini Dining, each item has a price, and you pay at the register, but here, it was included in the buffet. This is like a "Limitless Ookini! Dining Style!?" Additionally, the salad was in containers with individually packaged dressings. The thoroughness was impressive. The fried food section was also well-organized.

This is the Dormy Inn Premium in front of Otaru Station. The location is excellent. The hotel is clean and the young staff are polite. The level of service here is sometimes better than what you would find at a well-known city hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable. This was my first time staying at a Dormy Inn, and I was pleasantly surprised by how nice it was. The hot spring bath feels a bit slippery but refreshing. There were not many guests, so it felt spacious. Having a sauna is a nice addition. The next morning, breakfast was served in a venue on the second floor. Due to COVID-19 precautions, the staff now prepare the seafood bowl for you instead of letting you choose the toppings yourself. You can choose between a salmon roe bowl or a seafood bowl. I opted for the seafood bowl, which came with snow crab, sweet shrimp, scallops, salmon, and a generous amount of salmon roe on top, making it almost like a salmon roe bowl. Other side dishes were placed on a tray for you to pick from. I returned to my seat and enjoyed the seafood bowl (or salmon roe bowl?) The salmon roe was small but had a nice texture and flavor. The crab lacked a bit of flavor, but the scallops were sweet and delicious. The sweet shrimp were on the smaller side for Hokkaido standards. The vinegared rice was not too sour, so I thought white rice would have been fine too. Adding grated taro to the bowl made it even more delicious. After finishing the seafood bowl, I decided to get another bowl. This time, I chose the salmon roe bowl. Oh, salmon roe is just so delicious. But it can get a bit monotonous, so I started craving some sashimi. It would have been nice to have some salmon included in the bowl. For 2000 yen, the breakfast seemed a bit lacking in variety, but if you love salmon roe, it might be worth it. Having it once during your trip could be a good idea.