Published date: November 8, 2025
Family's Quick Trip to Hakodate!
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Experience of the stay
We suddenly decided to travel to Hakodate with our family a week prior! It was a bit disappointing that since we checked in after 6 PM, the welcome drink service had ended.
Our room had a triple bed, and when we asked if they could connect all the beds and place them against the wall, they were very accommodating. Thanks to this, we didn’t have to worry about the kids falling off, and we could all relax and rest.
For a midnight snack, we went to the historic salt ramen famous shop 'Youwaken'. It was only counter seating, but they were very kind to the children, and the food was really delicious.
The large communal bath was very crowded after 9 PM, so be careful of the timing. The shower head was a Refa product, which felt luxurious and was comfortable to use. The ice cream service after the bath was delightful, and enjoying ice cream while looking at the night view from the 17th floor was a very luxurious time.
We had breakfast the next morning at 'Azalea' on the first floor. The negitoro and salmon at the seafood corner were very delicious, and the kids ate a lot.
There is also a Seicomart + Hasegawa store next to the hotel where we could buy grilled chicken and snacks to enjoy in our room. It’s really convenient as it’s just a short walk away.
Despite the three consecutive holidays, we were able to make a reservation thanks to HAFU. I definitely want to use it again!
Experiences during the trip
The next day we headed to 'Children's Country'! Although it was early November, the weather was nice, and we could enjoy spending time outside comfortably. The autumn leaves were at their peak, and we had enough fun just taking a stroll.
At the free zoo, the kids were captivated by the rare quail! It was very heartwarming. At Japan's oldest amusement park, we enjoyed the retro atmosphere without the crowds, making it a comfortable visit. Our elementary school child loved the Viking ride, going on it twice with great joy. The kind service from the staff was also comforting, and we felt like we wanted to visit again.
On our way back, we stopped by a market and purchased fresh squid sashimi (1,000 yen) and bluefin tuna sashimi (500 yen). We all enjoyed them together, and as expected from Hakodate! My daughter said, 'This was the most delicious thing I had on this trip' and was very satisfied.