The Forest Akan Tsuruga Resort, Akankohan - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

1-6-1 Akanko Onsen Akan Cho, Akankohan, Japan, 085-0467

The Forest Akan Tsuruga Resort is a 4-star hotel situated in the scenic Akankohan region of Hokkaido, Japan. Nestled by Akan Lake, this resort offers breathtaking views and access to local attractions. It is renowned for its natural hot springs and a range of wellness facilities, enhancing guests' relaxation experiences. The resort also provides convenient amenities including free WiFi and an airport shuttle service, catering to both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Located just 60 km from Kushiro, Forest Akan Tsuruga Resort is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes and is conveniently close to local landmarks like Akandake Shrine and Lake Akan Ainu Kotan. Transportation options include a reserved airport shuttle service to Memanbetsu and Kushiro Airports, facilitating easy access to this tranquil retreat.

Rooms

The resort features spacious double and quadruple rooms equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Many rooms offer picturesque lake or mountain views, with cozy seating areas by oversized windows. Additional amenities include safes, yukata, and carpeted floors for comfort.

Eat & Drink

Guests can indulge in hearty buffets at the onsite restaurant, Harmony, which emphasizes local Hokkaido ingredients and Fusion cuisine. The dining area boasts beautiful garden views, creating a pleasant atmosphere for all meals, including breakfast. Reservations are required for dinner to ensure guests enjoy the full dining experience.

Leisure & Business

The resort offers various recreational amenities, including natural hot springs and a spa featuring relaxing massages and sauna facilities. Guests can also enjoy leisure activities such as snowmobiling or take advantage of the complimentary ski shuttle to nearby slopes. The outdoor environment invites leisurely strolls around the serene Akan Lake.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

29 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Moderate Twin Room Lake View Non Smoking

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Lake view

Shower

Heating

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Japanese Twin Room Town View Non Smoking

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Mountain view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Akankohan300 m

Airports

Kushiro (KUH) 56.3 km

Memanbetsu (MMB) 69.5 km

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fantastic Buffet Experience

The buffet dinner was a highlight of my stay, featuring a wide variety of high-quality dishes. Despite a large tour group in attendance, the staff replenished the food quickly, ensuring everything was fresh. I particularly loved the range of desserts and top-grade ice creams on offer.

Laura123. USA, 2024-03-15Read full review on

Amazing Lake View Room

I stayed in a Japanese-style room with a beautiful lake view. The room was spacious and clean, and waking up to that stunning view every morning was simply lovely. It truly enhanced my overall experience at the hotel.

Silvia789. UK, 2024-01-22Read full review on

Enjoyable Onsen Experience

I took advantage of the onsen on the second floor, but I highly recommend the outdoor onsen at the sister hotel. The shuttle service was convenient, and the outdoor onsen experience was refreshing and relaxing, allowing me to connect with nature.

Elena56. Canada, 2024-05-04Read full review on

Comfortable and Spacious

My room with a lake view was clean and spacious, with a traditional Japanese decor that added to the charm. Although the bathroom was a bit smaller than expected, it didn’t detract from my comfort. The entire ambiance of the room contributed to a wonderful stay.

Anna999. Australia, 2024-02-10Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Skiing
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Valet parking
Housekeeping
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Sauna
Steam room
Massage
Hot spring bath
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1-6-1 Akanko Onsen Akan Cho, Akankohan, Japan, 085-0467

Map view

1-6-1 Akanko Onsen Akan Cho, Akankohan, Japan, 085-0467

City landmarks

4 Chome-7-19 Akancho Akankoonsen

Lake Akan Ainu Kotan

920 m

4-7-84 Akanko Onsen

Lake Akan Ainu Theater Ikor

940 m

4 Chome-1 Akancho Akankoonsen

Akanko Onsen

630 m

10-4-4 Akancho Shurikomabetsu

Kokusetsu Akankohan Ski Area

2.2 km

4-4 Akancho Shurikomabetsu

Akan Lake Side National Ski Area

2.2 km

Lake Akan

2.7 km

Lake Akan Observatory

3.0 km

Akancho Akanko Onsen

Mt. Hakutosan Observatory

2.9 km

Akankoonsen Akancho

Takimi Bridge

3.4 km

Akancho Akanko Onsen

Taroko Lake and Jiroko Lake

3.4 km

Jiro Lake

3.3 km

Akancho Akankoonsen

Marimo Exhibition and Observation Center

4.1 km

Island

Churui island

4.1 km

Nearby

1-1-1 Akanko Onsen Akancho

Eco Museum Center

190 m

1 Chome-1-1 Akancho Akankoonsen

Lake Akan Eco Museum Center

390 m

Akanko-Onsen Akancho

Bokke

590 m

2 Chome-1-6 Akancho Akankoonsen

Akandake Shrine

160 m

Japan

阿寒湖冰上嘉年華ice・愛・阿寒『冬華美』

190 m

1-1-1 Akancho Akankoonsen

Inari shrine

290 m

1 Chome-1-1 Akancho Akankoonsen

Akan Mashu National Park

390 m

Restaurants

Pandepan

40 m

1-6-6 Akancho Akankoonsen

Restaurant Felishe

340 m

2-8-8 Akanko Onsen

Nabekyu

530 m

4-4-1 Akanko Onsen

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

62%

liked the resort and would come back again

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

5.0

Location

8.0

Service

7.2

Dining

6.6

Andy

United States, February 2025

6.2/10

My stay was quite a mix of experiences. While I appreciated the great fireworks view from the upper floors and found the breakfast and dinner buffets to be decent, I was very disappointed with the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities. The staff were friendly and helpful, but the overall value for the price paid didn't meet my expectations.

Rooms

5.0

The room was spacious and traditional, with tatami mat flooring, but I encountered a heavy smoke smell that lingered throughout the night.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and courteous, although they had limited English skills. They seemed to be genuinely trying to improve my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was quite convenient, only a short walk to the winter festival, which was a plus.

Dining

7.0

The dining options offered a good variety, though it was often crowded, which made for a less enjoyable experience.

Facilities

5.0

I found some facilities lacking in cleanliness, especially the public areas, which detracted from the overall experience.

George

United States, December 2024

6.0/10

During my stay at Hanayuuka, the location was quite nice, close to the winter festival and even offered some fireworks views. However, the room cleanliness left much to be desired, and my experience was marred by unpleasant odors. The dining was acceptable but didn't stand out. Overall, I wouldn't recommend it due to the cleanliness issues and the crowded atmosphere.

Rooms

5.0

The room was small but generally acceptable, though the cleanliness was an issue. There was a noticeable odor, which made it less enjoyable.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and tried their best to assist, despite the language barrier.

Location

8.0

The location was good, as it was close to the festival and offered some rooms with lake views.

Dining

6.0

Dining was decent with a good variety, though it wasn't anything extraordinary.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities seemed crowded with tourists, which diminished the experience.

Mike

United States, November 2024

6.8/10

I stayed at this hotel hoping for a relaxing getaway, and while the lake view was stunning, the overall experience was quite mixed. The rooms were small and showed signs of wear, and I was really disappointed with the cleanliness of the bathroom. The dining was acceptable, but could benefit from more variety. Parking was a hassle, too, as it required a shuttle service to retrieve my car. Overall, there were some nice aspects but also significant downsides.

Rooms

6.0

The room was small and minimal, but the lake view was lovely. However, it could really use an update.

Service

7.0

Service was decent, with helpful staff despite some communication barriers. However, the check-in process felt disorganized.

Location

8.0

The location was fantastic with beautiful lake views, but access to the parking and shuttle service was inconvenient.

Dining

7.0

Dining options were varied and good, though the selection remained largely the same throughout my stay.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were okay, but could be improved, especially regarding cleanliness in common areas.

Isaac

United States, October 2024

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed bag. While the room had a beautiful lake view and the traditional Japanese style was charming, I was really let down by the cleanliness and maintenance. The dining experience was decent, but it felt repetitive over the days. The location is superb, right by the lake, which is perfect for sightseeing and activities.

Rooms

6.0

The room had a great view of the lake, but it was outdated and smaller than expected, lacking modern conveniences like a standard bed.

Service

8.0

The service was polite and helpful, especially at the entrance where staff assisted with luggage.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, with all rooms offering lake views, making it easy to enjoy the scenery and access sightseeing spots.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast and dinner buffets had a decent variety but became repetitive during my stay.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, though nothing stood out as exceptional.

Herman

United States, October 2024

5.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While I was disappointed with the cleanliness of my room, especially the bathroom and the strange smell coming from the A/C, I appreciated the helpful staff and the view of the lake. The dining options were decent, but nothing to write home about. Overall, the hotel felt overpriced for the quality received.

Rooms

5.0

The room was almost filthy, with a strong moldy smell coming from the A/C and stains in the bathroom. I would rate it a 2 for cleanliness.

Service

7.0

The staff were quite helpful despite having limited English skills, which I appreciated during my stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located right in front of the lake, offering lovely views, but the area gets crowded with tourists.

Dining

6.0

The food at the buffets was acceptable, although it could have been better and lacked variety.