Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Otaru travel guide

Otaru Tourism | Otaru Guide

You're Going to Love Otaru

With a population of 143,792, Otaru is a must-see destination in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Otaru to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Otaru

Otaru in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 6320
1 night at 3-star hotel
Otaru in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 6320
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Otaru in August, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -6 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 134 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Otaru, with an average rainfall of 59 mm.

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How to Get to Otaru

Plane

Although Otaru doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sapporo All airports (SPK), which is located 32 km from Otaru.

Car

Another option to get to Otaru is to pick up a car hire from Sapporo, which is about 31 km from Otaru. You’ll find branches of Times and Budget, among others, in Sapporo.

Plane

Although Otaru doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sapporo All airports (SPK), which is located 32 km from Otaru.

Car

Another option to get to Otaru is to pick up a car hire from Sapporo, which is about 31 km from Otaru. You’ll find branches of Times and Budget, among others, in Sapporo.

Airports near Otaru

AKJAsahikawa
HKDHakodate

Airlines serving Otaru

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,404 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (729 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (72 reviews)
STARLUX Airlines
Excellent (161 reviews)
Jetstar Japan
Good (59 reviews)
Tigerair Taiwan
Good (15 reviews)
Fuji Dream Airlines
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Where to stay in Otaru

Average rates range from around ₹ 8,887 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 10,049 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Otaru, with prices from ₹ 2,044 to ₹ 62,252 per night. Asarigawa Onsen is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Otaru are about 68% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Otaru

Most booked hotels in Otaru

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Otaru Furukawa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 21,120+
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Dormy Inn Premium Otaru
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,252+
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Hotel Sonia Otaru
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,930+
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Hiring a car in Otaru

Expect to pay ₹ 98 per litre in Otaru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,175 and ₹ 1,567. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Otaru, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay ₹ 98 per litre in Otaru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,175 and ₹ 1,567. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Otaru, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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