Our family and friends (3 adults, 3 teenagers) stayed here for a week. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Hiro was an amazing host. The location was fantastic, walking distance to Otaru station and close to the canal. The apartment was very clean and the kitchen and living area large and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped, and being able to order delicious food from Hiro's restaurant on the ground floor was amazing. Just need to be aware that the stairs to 2nd floor bedrooms and living areas on 3rd floor are a bit steep. We loved this apartment and would definitely stay here again. Thanks Hiro!

Stayed in January 2025

The house of stone and iron was a magical experience for us. It is unique and a destination in itself. You can walk from Otaru station and it is near the canal. The restaurant downstairs is fantastic and, as they were fully booked they brought food to our room as if it was an extension of the restaurant. They brought three rounds of drinks up the steep stairs for us! The sleeping situation was perfect for our group. The bunks were wonderful. We love to visit again.

Stayed in February 2025

Great location in the heart of Otaru. Building has awesome character and comfortably fitted our group of 8. Hiro-san was very friendly and helpful. Food in the restaurant was delicious. Access to great skiing at 3 resorts within an hour's drive.

Stayed in January 2025

more hooks in the rooms would be handy to hang jackets, and a sharp knife in the kitchen - otherwise the apartment was well furnished.

this unique building offered our family of 5 a warm and interesting place to stay in the heart of Otaru. Hiro and team were welcoming and their restaurant was a lovely touch to have just downstairs.

Stayed in December 2024

Bed is capsule, yet still quite comfortable. I love the penthouse. The restaurant on first floor is the killer! Best western food I have ever tasted in Japan. Way above my expectations yet the price was shockingly reasonable! One of the best experiencea in this trip.

Stayed in August 2024

The beds are so comfy😍 There’s a restaurant (ran by the host) just on the first floor, which is a convenient option if you’re craving for a delicious dinner! The host would also offer recommendations for local restaurants and ice cream shops.

Stayed in July 2024

Nothings

Same like home

Stayed in February 2024

It’s an old building, so insulation from the cold wasn’t the best, but that’s part of the charm

Very unique and historic building, very comfortable and cool bunk bed set up

Stayed in January 2024

nothing

It’s not my first time visiting Otaru, but Stone and Iron made me wanna visit Otaru again! I was already very excited when I booked this historical stone house. It is more amazing than what I expected! The owner Hiro is a super nice host and excellent chef. We enjoyed so much having our dinner in his lovely stone house. Food is fantastic! We had a good sleep as it’s so quiet. The stone house looks stunning in the snow!

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing. It was great!

Charming! Such a unique and cozy place to stay. An easy walk from the train station and a short walk to the canal, museum, and tourist shops. The owner was lovely and friendly and helped us make last minute skiing plans. The food from the restaurant downstairs was delicious. Our family of five loved it.

Stayed in December 2023

This is really a nice place for staying in OTARU, stone house with a long history, especially the living room, fantastic !!

Stayed in December 2023

Amazing hospitality and great design - perfect 2 nights.

Stayed in September 2023

A historic building with great character. The owner of the homestay has a restaurant on the first floor and can provide timely assistance. There is a double room and a 6-person room on the 2nd floor. The living room and kitchen are on the third floor. The rooms are comfortable and the stairs are steep, recommended for younger groups.

Stayed in July 2023

If you have larger suitcases and luggage then you will have to haul it up a steep flight of stairs. But the staff is very helpful with helping you bring it up.

The location is excellent, and walking distance to the canal. The rooms are great and there is even an outdoor sitting area.

Stayed in June 2023

Location is very convinient. House owner is very friendly and speaks English very nicely.

Stayed in June 2023

nothing we did not like 😊

Hiro the host was very helpful & friendly. He is also the chef of the restaurant and cook super delicious dinner that was sent up to our apartment. The place was very clean and fully equipped with amenities. Location of the place was really central. Highly recommended for families 👍🏾

Stayed in December 2022

The stairs, esp with little toddler.

A unique experience. Good location.

Stayed in November 2022

The only thing we didn’t like us that we only stayed for one night! This is definitely a place you’ll enjoy relaxing in for at least two nights.

This is such an awesome place to stay in Otaru! We wish we could have stayed two nights here as the apartment was so unique and there was so much to see/do in Otaru we only scratched the surface with our 1 day/1 night visit. This would be a great location for families or groups of friends as there’s a bunk room that can sleep six plus a second bedroom that sleeps two. A huge living room area with a comfy couch and nicely appointed kitchen with a large table if you want to cook on your own. The best part is Hiru’s restaurant and cafe on the first floor. Definitely book in for dinner here and have your coffee here in the morning. He lived in Australia, so speaks excellent English and his coffee and cooking are some of the best we’ve had in Japan!

Stayed in May 2022

Staff didn’t speak English and it’s very hard to communicate. It’s not a hotel, just a penthouse that is good for bag packers only. They provide capsule beds. Stairs are long and steep, not friendly for kids or luggage. No service at all. And you will be the only one in this entire individual stone house. And the only lock is a simple electronic lock door downstairs. It’s on top of a restaurant and the whole place smells smoky and oily.

Location is closed to Otaru Canal, and quite closed to one big LeTao store which closes at 10pm.

Stayed in December 2024

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Stayed in February 2025

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Stayed in July 2024

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Stayed in October 2023

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Stayed in March 2023