Bay Area
Hakodate
Popular places to visit
Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse
Shop, eat, drink and shop some more in renovated 19th-century warehouses that now feature prominently in a Hakodate-area hot spot.
Fort Goryokaku
Walk around the enchanting grounds of this repurposed military fort shaped like a star and see historic architecture and magnificent cherry blossoms in springtime.
Mount Hakodate
Appreciate captivating views of Hakodate’s skyline, surrounding coast and glittering city lights from atop this central city mountain, accessible via a scenic cable car.
Hakodate Ropeway
With panoramic views of Hakodate and the sea, one of the best nighttime vistas in the world is visible from the top of this gondola ferry.
Goryokaku Tower
Enjoy a unique overlook of Hakodate’s city skyline, surrounding mountain ranges and distant coastline from this modern observation tower and history gallery.
Hakodate Morning Market
Start your day with delectable fruit, vegetables and freshly made breakfast in this buzzing market selling Hakodate’s freshest seasonal produce and seafood.
Bay Area Hotel Deals
HakoBA Hakodate by THE SHARE HOTELS
The check-in process was a bit difficult as their check in machine did not pull my phone number and the confirmation number they had was not at all similar to the one I received from Hotels.com, which was frustrating. After that, it was okay--but there was no microwave in the room, which was a little ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/23
コンドミニアム ビューマウント函館
Spacious room and very close to the ropeway—excellent location
Reviewed on 2025/12/12
Premier Hotel - Cabin President - Hakodate
Good location. But not worth to stay in “lounge access room.”
Reviewed on 2025/12/27
JR Inn Hakodate
Extremely convenient location. Lovely rooms and property. Very fruendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2025/12/26
Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari / Hewitt Resort
Friendly reception staff. Good variety of food items for breakfast and dinner. Free desserts provided at check-in was a bonus. Wine included for breakfast. would be good to include a complimentary glass of wine for dinner as well.
Reviewed on 2025/12/19
Hotel Global View Hakodate
Good staff and convenient location next to bus stop.
Reviewed on 2025/12/3
Other neighborhoods around Bay Area
Motomachi
Discover Motomachi, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Motomachi include Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward and Hachimanzaka Slope, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Suehirochō Station.
Shinkawachō
Even though there aren't top sights in Shinkawachō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Ekini Fish Market. Jump on the metro at Chitose Station to see more of the city.
Yunokawacho
While you're in Yunokawacho, take in top sights like Yunokawa Onsen or Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Yunokawa-Onsen Station or Yunokawa Station.
Kikyō
Even though there aren't top sights in Kikyō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Fort Goryokaku. Jump on the metro at Kikyō Station to see more of the city.
