Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel


2017.08.24

NAVITIME TRAVEL EDITOR

Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel
  • Situated beside the picturesque Oirase Mountain Stream lies Oirase Keiryu Hotel, one of Aomori’s most stunning retreats. Surrounded by unmatched natural beauty, Oirase Keiryu Hotel the perfect way for weary travellers to disappear, refresh, recharge and explore the lush countryside of Aomori Prefecture. If you’re up for a one of a kind experience while staying in Aomori, then look no further, as the resort is the only hotel built on a ridge facing the Oirase Mountain Stream.

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    Upon visiting it’s impossible not to fall in love with the resort. Dotted with comforting and meticulously crafted wooden furniture, and air filled with the sounds of jazzy, mellow pop hits, it’ll quickly become your home away from home. The centerpiece of the hotel’s main area is the impressive open back window, which puts the picturesque forest of Oirase on display. The beauty lies within its simplicity and hominess, with every inch of the space working in harmony down to the illuminated reflections of the hotel lamps sprinkled along the glass.

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    The restaurant’s buffet style dinner features an array of dishes utilizing freshly sourced local produce. If you want to learn a few kitchen tips and tricks guests are welcome to watch the chefs prepare their dishes on the spot. Those with a sweet tooth can’t skip on the apple milles feuilles dessert, this is Aomori, apple country so it’s essentially a crime not to enjoy their area’s most beloved fruit. Exploding with fresh, light layers of cream, pastry, and fruits it’s the ideal way to treat yourself. One serve will set you back 1300 yen, but after a day of hiking and exploring you deserve it. To wash down the apple milles feuilles you can order herbal mint tea from the pristine tea set for 680 yen. The best part? All of this can be enjoyed at the Lounge “Forest Myth” while admiring the view of Oirase Gorge and its stunning momiji trees.

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    For those more adventurous types, there’s a 14-kilometer trail that links the resort to scenic Lake Towada. With waterfalls lining the trek it’s almost impossible not to get swept up in area's mystical beauty. Once you’re done, head back to the resort to soak up breathtaking backdrop while soaking in the hot spring filled with water pumped fresh from Mt. Hakkoda.

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

    There are a number of options for getting to the resort and for those coming by car free parking is available. If you’re travelling via public transport the best way to access the resort is via their free shuttle bus service. The bus leaves from Hachinohe, Aomori, Shin-Aomori stations as well as both the international and domestic airports. Please be aware though that it’s only available via reservation. To reserve a spot on the bus you must book at least three days in advance by calling the hotel Reservation Centre.

    星野リゾート 奥入瀬渓流ホテル
    place
    青森県十和田市奥瀬栃久保231
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    0570073022
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